Anglers once again have reason to be excited about all the new fish-catching tools available for the 2025-26 hard-water ...

Cole & Jay explain how to spool braided line and tie the best knots for fishing success. Progressives Blame Schumer After ...

The improved clinch knot has long been the standard for tying lures to fishing lines. In fact, it's so universal among anglers that it's sometimes called the fisherman's knot. It's easy to learn, ...

After two full days on the water, here’s what I experienced using Svivlo’s innovative Draken ONE reel and its CastGuard braking system. | Photo by Craig Mazurek I spent two days fishing with a new ...

Angler Tony Figlozzi poses with a tagged 34-inch red snapper caught fishing with Captain Brian Lambert. Provided photo Courtesy of Jon Chapman Florida angler recaptured a red snapper tagged in 2016 ...

Spinning reels may have a reputation for being easier to use than baitcasters, but that doesn’t mean they are entirely foolproof. While they may be more intuitive to cast, they aren’t immune to ...

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Wire rope should be installed by well trained and competent personnel. Wire ropes on a coil should be laid out to prevent twisting or kinking. Wire on a drum should be unwound with a suitable device ...

Drums are the pulling mechanism that spool and store surplus wire. The braking mechanism is connected to either the drum or the gearing, which is joined to the drive mechanism. Correct anchorage will ...

“The reel is probably the least expensive piece of equipment, but one of the most important components to help you get the job done,” says Chris Kempf, owner of Chris’ Reel Repair in Cheektowaga.