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Islander LX

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·July 11, 2013

The LX is Islander’s top of the line fly reel. Everything about the LX impresses, from the fine machining to the lustrous finish. The reels are very light without sacrificing durability. A Teflon and graphite disc drag with a large smooth adjustment knob will stop any fish you catch and...

Jigging For Salmon

Tom Davis·July 2, 2025

History After the Second World War, BC’s recreational salmon fishery grew steadily until the late 1990s. Most anglers trolled, mooched...

Percy with Kootenay Lake Rainbow Chinook in 2006

Preview: Early Spring Kootenay Gerrards

BCO Contributing Author·January 2, 2014

by W.P. Williamson The barely audible snap of the fishing line being pulled from the quick release clip on the planer board line was instantly replaced by the piercing zing of line being ripped off the reel. “Screamer on,” I called to my father at the helm of his Thunder Jet.

Teddy Cosco. Photo by Cody Preston @codywpreston.

A Weekend Escape: Lakeside Catch & Cook

Teddy Cosco·June 22, 2021

In these challenging times – physical distancing, lockdowns, masks – it feels more special than ever to be able to...

Tips and Tech: Plan Ahead – For a Perfect Trip

Garry Elgear·March 20, 2014

By Garry Elgear Originally published in “Tips and Tech” Jan/Feb 2011 issue of BC Outdoors magazine. With the change of the season, winter is finally upon us. Barren trees, crisp air, a brand new dusting of snow and I am exhilarated, anticipating and planning my next trip with my fishing partner for...