Gear Reviews

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...

Shimano’s flagship spinning reel, the Stella FE, is loaded with high-end features. X-Ship makes the handle easier to turn with or without a load thus enabling the angler to feel the lightest of bites. A magnesium frame lets the reel be light yet tough and 14 ARB bearings help keep...

Sage’s Response line of rods features fast-action and smooth casting in a stylish package. The brown thread over a chestnut shaft is set off nicely by black and gold wraps at the tip. Aluminum reel seats feature a rosewood insert in the freshwater sizes and a full aluminum seat with...

Cortland’s Trout Boss uses a new jacket material utilizing heat dissipation technology, which ensures minimal friction during false casting, which improves line speed and distance. An extended 65-foot head ensures great roll casting as well as good control at distance from this line. $75* SEE YOUR LOCAL RETAILER FOR CURRENT...