Fishing Gear Reviews

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...

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!

The North Coast has all the features of the Rapala Shift in a narrower package. Developed in Canada for our sometimes-harsh weather conditions, the North Coast is sure to stand up to anything you throw at it and it will look great doing it! MSRP - $248As seen in BC...

Sage’s entry level rod, the Approach, is loaded with features you don’t always see at this price point. Constructed in Washington State, USA–like the rest of the Sage line–the Approach features a medium/fast-action and a higher modulus graphite than in any of their previous entry level rods. The Oyster Shell...

The Sargus features a stainless steel clutch, externally adjustable stainless steel brake system and carbon fiber drag washers. The 6.4:1 retrieve ratio will get your line back in a hurry and this reel will hold 200 yards of mono line. MSRP - $199.99...

Hardy has been making rods and reels from their offices in England since 1872. The Marksman series are high-performance rods with a fast recovering, easy to load action that results in a great medium/fast-action that provides tippet protection, line control and comfort. A double up-locking reel seat milled from 6061...

"Basically, it's Berkley Big Game Mono on steroids." ProSpec is a premium co-polymer monofilament developed specifically for the serious saltwater angler.

What’s the first thing you think of when you see “Made in Canada” on a label? In my mind, it’s...