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 baitcasting reels bear a passing resemblance to the first one I bought in 1983 as a tween, but in terms of performance there’s little comparison. Today’s reels are lighter, are more durable, ...

The Abu Garcia Zenon MG-X is the best casting reel I’ve ever thrown. Everything about it is first-class, from the materials to the feel to the performance. Last month, I put the Zenon MG-X up against ...

While I’m sure plenty of our West Coast saltwater anglers will disagree, the reality is that baitcasters have been made and marketed primarily for the freshwater world for quite some time. Sure, you’d ...

Per coverage on TheFishingWire.com: When it comes to casting reels, bass and multispecies freshwater anglers prioritize castability, adjustability, smooth operation, comfort, and steadfast reliability ...

The following was written by Syracuse University intern Garrick Otero, who attend this past Saturday's seminar about spinning vs. bait casting reels at Bass Pro Shops at the Fingerlakes Mall. Otero ...

Whatever you are fishing for, here are the best coarse fishing reels ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Owen James Burke After new testing, our new runner-up pick is the Penn Battle ...