Fishing Gear Reviews

Made to handle big halibut and salmon, the MR2 is a single action, “knuckle buster” style reel made for durability and long-lasting performance. Ideal for downrigging, the MR2 features a frame-side free spool lever that places the spool into a drag-less mode, allowing for quick drops to a desired depth.

Slow-action is what it’s all about with Sage’s Circa series. Crisp loading at a slower tempo results in pinpoint accuracy and delicate presentations. The rods come in a green tea colour with olive primary wraps and slate trim. Like the rest of the Sage line, the Circa rods use Fuji...

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...

The massive seven-disc drag system on the M-One in addition to being powerful enough to stop any fish you are likely to encounter in our waters, features a one-way drag that allows you to reel in without having to fight heavy resistance while seamlessly shifting into smooth fish-controlling braking as...

This brand new reel has been generating quite a buzz since its first appearance earlier this year. Manufactured from cold-rolled 6061-T650 aluminum that has been saltwater anodized, this is a very good-looking reel that looks to be bullet proof. A rugged drag knob and large handles make operation easier on...

The Mastery Textured series of lines work in a very similar way to the Sharkskin lines but with a quieter, more finger-friendly finish than the Sharkskin. The textured lines still float very well and lift off the water easily. $85* SEE YOUR LOCAL RETAILER FOR CURRENT CANADIAN PRICING As seen in BC...

The Steez uses an ultra lightweight corrosion-proof Zaion body and an air rotor of strong lightweight Zaion carbon composite. It has 13 bearings and a maximum drag of 15.4 pounds. The machined aluminum handle is capped with a cork knob and the bail constructed from hollow stainless steel. The Steez...

The CCF reels use a cork and carbon fiber composite high performance drag system that is maintenance free and sealed inside the center hub where it is impervious to the elements. No need to be concerned about sand and salt interfering with the performance of a CCF reel and the...

O’Ki Tackle continues to impress me by pushing the envelope on new flasher colours. The Fire “N” Ice series is the newest series that O’Ki owner Brian Smith has developed. The Kinetic Mystic Green is good early morning fishing while the Kinetic Midnight Mist works well when the water is...