With spinning gear, the reel sits below the rod handle, attached by an extended handle that hangs it several inches down. A baitcasting reel, on the other hand, sits atop your rod and flush with the ...

spinning reel for bass fishing? Baitcasting reels are compact, with a spool of line mounted perpendicular to the rod. The ...

Last week we talked about fishing rod tips, today we're going to talk about fishing reels. The first decision you need to make is: do you want to go with a baitcaster reel or a spinning reel? Each ...

A level wind baitcasting rod and reel combination is a valuable tool for most freshwater fishing and many light tackle saltwater applications. They provide a direct connection to a lure or bait, and ...

A good combo should have a smooth reel and a well-balanced baitcasting rod, and should be easy to set up for beginners. Here are a few of the best baitcaster combos I recommend from first-hand ...

A baitcasting reel has an open face. The spool rotates parallel to the rod. Unlike the spinning reel, the spool of the baitcasting reel actually rotates. An oscillating bail winds line onto the ...

TEACH A man to fish, and you let him hold your favorite rod and reel for a day. Teach a man how to find his own rod and reel, and you’ve addicted him for life. A lot of attention gets paid to ...