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‘Reel Change’ for Salmon in British Columbia

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·January 8, 2014

Most anglers on the west coast have heard of PEETZ legendary fishing reels. Known for their unique mahogany and brass finish, the company recently turned 90. To celebrate, the company decided to step-up its commitment to salmon conservation through the ‘Reel Change’ program. The new program will...

May/June 2021 Fishing Products Review

Lowell Strauss·August 3, 2021

Mustang Survival M.I.T. 100 The M.I.T. 100 is the PFD people want to wear. With several new and improved updates,...

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur Record Baitcaster

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·September 6, 2013

If you fish BC rivers you have likely seen a lot of these reels, and for good reason. Manufactured in Sweden, the Record features the one and only Carbon Matrix drag for smooth retrieves. The Record features five stainless steel HPCR® bearings and a corrosion resistant instant anti-reverse bearing. It...

Scientific Anglers Sharkskin

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·July 11, 2013

The microtextured surface of the Sharkskin line traps air to provide superior shootability and floatation while vastly reducing friction. This line sits higher on the water than conventional lines offering less drag, easier mending and pick-up. $100* SEE YOUR LOCAL RETAILER FOR CURRENT CANADIAN PRICING As seen in BC Outdoors Sport Fishing magazine May...

Cortland Competition Nymph

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·July 11, 2013

The Competition Nymph is the perfect line for any high-sticking nymph technique. Fine tip diameters enable delicate presentation while the heavy belly allows for turning over heavier flies. $75* SEE YOUR LOCAL RETAILER FOR CURRENT CANADIAN PRICING As seen in BC Outdoors Sport Fishing magazine May 2013 Buyers Guide...

Hardy Demon

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·July 11, 2013

The Demon offers Hardy quality and durability at a surprisingly low price. Double up-locking aluminum reel seats and Portuguese cork comprise the handle while Fuji ceramic stripping guides and hard chrome snake guides handle the line. The Demon is 7’ to 11’ long and can be had in line weights...

Berkley ProSpec Monofilament

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·May 2, 2012

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

Rio Skagit MOW Tips

Christine Ly·June 12, 2013

Rio has just launched a new series of sink tips for the Skagit and Spey angler called iMOW’s. The new iMOW tips are based on Rio’s successful MOW tips but are now built to have a better depth transition between the floating head and the fast sinking tip. The tips...

Product Review: Simrad NSS Evo3S Series

Tom Davis·June 8, 2021

Simrad is part of the Navico family of marine navigational and fish-finding products. This Norwegian-based company, whose origins go back...

Cooper Tires

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·July 11, 2013

After I ran a set of Mickey Thompson tires right past the tread bars, Cooper tires graciously sent me a set of their new Discoverer A/T3’s to try. I have no hesitation in saying that so far I am indeed impressed. The new A/T3’s feature a progressive 5-rib tread design...

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