Gear Reviews

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...

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...

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 new Mac Fish by Gibbs-Delta is the perfect lure for those of you who like to jig for salmon or bottom fish. Just like the rest of the Gibbs-Delta product line, they are made by anglers for anglers. The Mac Fish is available in one colour (army truck) and...

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...

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...