Shimano is set to launch the new Calcutta D series. It’s hard to believe but Shimano has improved the Calcutta’s already great casting performance by incorporating their own X-Ship technology. The X-Ship is a double bearing supported pinion gear system that provides more torque, more power and a smoother retrieve!
We have all done it. If you have a fishing rod and a camera you have probably at some point hoisted a fish high and proud for a picture before releasing it back into the water. It's just a natural thing to do, you want to show your family and...
There is a certain level of nostalgia when it comes to filling the larder (or your modern-day equivalent – freezers...
The Surf Candy is one of a number of proven baitfish patterns designed and developed by New Jersey fly fisher and author Bob Popovics. Bob has spent years along the eastern seaboard of the United States chasing striped bass, bluefish and false albacore on the fly perfecting his innovative designs...
Even with its automotive grade Gunsmoke metallic paint and extensive anodizing, the R-Type is not just another pretty face. Variable magnetic braking will help keep your blood pressure under control after a flubbed cast and the Sure-Set instant anti-reverse that eliminates back-play will make sure your hooksets
are fast and solid.
If you are looking for a scenic drive that includes century-old cities, alpine trails, a free ferry and plenty of...
During the 10 days precceeding August 25, nine boats and 60 nets have been seized from alleged poachers on the Fraser River by fisheries officials. Through that same time period, 30 investigations into these and other poaching activities have begun.
The area of the the Fraser between the mouth at the...
For 2021, the recreational halibut fishery allocation is 914,750 pounds. The following measures will be in effect coast wide as...
By Phil Rowley (designed by Bob Taylor)
Originally published in Phil’s “Fly-tying” column in the March/April 2013 issue of BC Outdoors magazine. Click here to view or print the original version.
Hanging leeches under indicators is now common on most Western Canadian stillwaters. Arguably, you could spend the entire season suspending only...
The Lexa’s Aluminum alloy construction is fully felt-sealed in the body. Five bearings and a lightweight Air Rotor make this a silky smooth reel and the Twist Buster-2 keeps line twisting to a minimum as the advanced Locomotive Levelwind returns the line to the spool in a controlled, precise manor.
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