Spinning reels were historically plagued by line twists and balky drag systems, but the wide range of open-faced reels on the market today leave those stereotypes in the dust. Even at a bargain price, ...

Spinning gear used to be frowned upon by many “serious” bass anglers, but better drag systems and better lines — combined with increasingly skittish fish — mean that it’s become a default choice in ...

It’s often said that your fishing rod is the backbone of your fishing tackle..and it’s also true that then your fishing reel is the heart of it. Regardless of how you fish or what you fish for, your ...

Team members, Mark Sawyer, James Furness and Aidan Bordiuk have been testing a variety of spinning reels from chucking big ...

A spinning reel is probably your most important piece of fishing gear, and with the amount of equipment you can buy to go fishing, that’s saying a lot. Especially for beginner and intermediate anglers ...

When it comes to investing in the best spinning reels, anglers don't need to break the bank or dive deep into research. Nowadays, there's are dozens of affordable, well-made reels out there that make ...

A reliable fishing reel is at the heart of any angler’s setup. The best fishing reels hold, dispense and retrieve line, all while serving as your primary tool for hauling in fish. While there are ...

Saltwater and freshwater spinning reels are a breed apart. To survive the demands of offshore, inshore, and backwater fishing, a saltwater spinning reel has to be tough and powerful while maintaining ...