Fishing tackle technology continues to advance at an ever-increasing pace and the new Okuma Inspira ISX spinning reels are just another example that. The folks at Okuma continue to be on the cutting edge of innovation and technological advancement with this new addition to their Inspira spinning reel line for 2024. If you have been … Read more
If you are interested in trying your hand at surf fishing, then this list will give you a great starting point for Basic surf fishing equipment for beginners or novices. And, there is no need to bust your budget to get into surf fishing. There are plenty of good quality, value priced options for getting … Read more
Christmas is right around the corner and, for the surf fisherman on your list, there are some great gift ideas that will bring a smile to their face whether it’s Christmas, their birthday, anniversary or any occasion. If you are a fisherman, or know one, you can bet fishing gear and accessories are always high … Read more
I have, and continue to use, reels from a number of companies. I have reviewed several including: Penn, Shimano, Okuma, Daiwa and Piscifun to name a few. The folks at Shimano are always one of the leaders in new technologies and innovation and they didn’t disappoint this year. We’re going to look at 4 of … Read more
As Fishermen, we are all too familiar with the fact that fishing gear is expensive and only going to get more expensive over time. But there are some new companies that are emerging that offer direct to consumer sales of high quality less expensive fishing gear. Piscifun is one of those companies that can save … Read more
Daiwa spinning reels have been around longer than I have and I’m pretty sure they will be around long after I’m gone too. 😉 Spinning reels have the advantage of casting distance, ease of use, and no backlashes. This makes them a great choice for the beginner or inexperienced angler as well as the old … Read more
Shimano is a highly recognized and respected name in the fishing tackle industry. They have a stellar reputation for quality, strength and durability. Every fisherman who has owned and enjoyed using Shimano Surf tackle can thank Japanese visionary Shozaburo Shimano, who in 1921 declared “I aim to make Shimano’s products the best in Kansai, then … Read more
If you’ve been fishing for as long as I have, you have no doubt witnessed the tremendous advancements in technology and innovation in fishing tackle over the years. Nowhere are those advancements more apparent than in the latest fishing reels. One fishing reel company, Penn, has been around since 1932 and still going strong. Not … Read more
If you are looking to give surf fishing a try, or maybe considering adding another rod/reel to your gear, there are some good rod and reel combos matched just for surf fishing. If you’re on a budget, or new to the sport, this can be a great way to get your feet wet, so to … Read more
Surf Fishing, like most other types of fishing, has some specialized gear. One of the most important pieces of gear for Surf Fishing, is the reel. Surf fishing reels are exposed to saltwater and need to be constructed with corrosion resistant materials. They also need to have a larger line capacity for casting long distances … Read more
