Fishing Gear Reviews

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. MSRP...

With eight stainless steel HPCR bearings plus one roller bearing and a body made from X-Cräftic alloy for increased corrosion protection the Orra SX is well suited to stand up to the demands of saltwater fishing. The one-piece gear box design allows for more precise gear alignment for smoother operation...

Fully CNC machined from bar-stock aluminum and double anodized for a corrosion resistant  finish; the heavy-duty frame of the Rapala shift is well suited to West Coast weather and hard usage. A high-load stainless steel bearing keeps the line running smoothly while a contoured palming ring helps you slow things...

Campion is another Canadian boat builder and they boast the best selection of any North American manufacturer with 37 models and 48 variations to choose from. Long respected for the responsiveness, speed and fuel economy of their hulls, Campion is relentless in their quest for innovation and quality. The 682SC BRA...

The NV series uses a larger, lighter and stronger version of the cork and carbon fiber drag found on the CCF reels. They also utilize titanium and ceramic components as well as cold finished 7075 aluminum for a rock solid, maintenance free product. $560-$870* SEE YOU LOCAL RETAILER FOR CURRENT...

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!

Echo 3 rods use a high-modulus graphite fiber and advanced resin systems that result in a blank that is extremely light, very strong and has a crisp fast-action. The high-density cork handle offers a sensitive connection to the green metal pearl blank and the burl wood insert reel seat. These...

Luna reels are Daiwa’s finest traditional-shaped baitcasters, built for those heavy cover and open water top-of-the-food-chain fish that demand heavier line and heavier muscle—fresh or saltwater. The frame and sideplates of the Luna are machined from solid bar-stock aluminum and contain five corrosion resistant ball bearings plus roller bearing. The...