Last year, we conducted an extensive test to find the best casting rods for bass fishing. We put a dozen models with different features, designs, and price points through the wringer. This year, we ...

When I first started fishing in the 1980s, baitcasting reels were mysterious and a little bit daunting. The old-timers told us tales of monstrous “bird’s nests” and “backlashes,” which they euphemized ...

Today's Fishing Q&A is about the difference between spinning reels and baitcasting reels, what are good baits for grass carp, and how to fish in areas where there is a lot of debris. Question 1: So I ...

As Shimano’s flagship baitcasting reel in their already robust lineup, the redesigned Antares 100 B epitomizes the pinnacle of the company’s design and engineering, high-performance casting, and an ...

A level wind baitcasting rod and reel combination is a valuable tool for most freshwater fishing and many light tackle saltwater applications. They provide a direct connection to a lure or bait, and ...