Fishing Gear Reviews

Islander reels have been a favorite of BC fishermen for many years now. There is no mistaking the scream of the Islander IR’s clicker-pawl drag when a big fish takes off, a sound that is music to the ears of many fly-fishermen. The IR or Islander Ratchet has five pre-set...

The lightweight design utilizes an all metal body which keeps gears aligned and perfectly meshed with no flex and makes a stronger, more durable and totally efficient fishing reel design. The 11 double-shielded stainless steel bearings and a precision-machined aluminum pinion gear, worm shaft and main shaft contribute to the...

The Aquila is a full metal framed reel, constructed from high-density aluminum alloy combined with nine high-performance waterproof stainless steel ball bearings ensuring maximum durability in harsh conditions. The Dead Weight multi-disc drag system is rated for 11-pound and the v-shaped alloy spool allows increased line capacity. The braking is...

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

A spinning reel doesn’t come along everyday with the lightweight properties of graphite and the strength of an all-metal body. The Revo Premier provides the best of both worlds in a one of a kind package. Abu Garcia’s NanoShield technology creates parts up to 300% stronger than the same graphite...

Length - 18’6” Beam - 96” Bottom Width - 82” Transom Height - 25” Max Horsepower - 200 Base Price - $42,795. As part of the Yamaha Marine division, you know you can depend on G3 boats to have a very high standard of on-the-water performance and ruggedness second to none. All G3 boats are NNMA...

Mepps Aglia BriteMepps continues to raise the bar when it comes to lures and the new Aglia Brites are just another example of this. The classic Mepps Aglia are now available with a brightly colored body, with the classic Mepps French blade in polished brass or plated with genuine silver.

The Grand features more weight distributed towards the front of the line to quickly load today’s faster-action fly rods. Rio’s Maxcast coating provides higher floatation and added durability. $75* SEE YOUR LOCAL RETAILER FOR CURRENT CANADIAN PRICING As seen in BC Outdoors Sport Fishing magazine May 2013 Buyers Guide...