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Rods & Reels

Can Spinner Rods Be Used For Float Fishing? (Find Out Here!)

Fishing bobber in a pond can spinner rods be used for float fishing-

So you want to go float fishing, but you don’t have a rod that’s suitable for float fishing– generally a much shorter rod. However, you have a spinner rod, which is relatively long and usually harder to handle. Now all that’s in your mind is using your longer spinner rod for float fishing. Float fishing … Read more

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3 Best Baitcasters That Won’t Backlash

Baitcast Fishing Reel

If you’ve used a baitcaster before, then you’d know that it is very intimidating to use, especially if it is your first time using it. There’s always that backlash, too– which makes the experience even more intimidating. Well, leave your frustrations behind as we list two baitcasters that don’t (or won’t) backlash (*whispers* even as … Read more

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3 Best Zebco Spincast Reels (2021 Review)

3 Best Zebco Spincast Reels

Zebco makes some fine spincast reels. It’s no doubt because Zebco invented the first spincast reel in 1949. Zebco is actually an acronym for the Zero Hour Bomb Company. Ever since they have been making some of the world’s finest spincast reels. I decided to review the 3 best Zebco spincast reels so that you … Read more

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Why Are Ice Fishing Rods So Small? (We’ve Got The Answer)

Man Ice Fishing - Why Are Ice Fishing Rods So Small

If you are used to fishing in the open ocean, going ice fishing for the first time willprobably leave you in a bit of shock, especially when looking at the fishing rods. Thefishing rods are small! Why are ice fishing rods so small? You’ve come to the right placebecause we’ve got the answer for you. … Read more

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The Differences Between A Center Pin and Fly Reels

A centerpin and fly rod lying side by side.

Center pins are larger than fly reels; still, both are comparable. They both appear identical while having a few minor differences. That’s why several people get confused, asking the differences between them. Center pin reels are usable as fly reels, whereas fly reel isn’t usable as a trotting reel. Both have differences in stress tolerance. … Read more

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Do Graphite Fishing Rods Get Brittle? – What You Need To Know

Two graphite fishing rods and the ocean in the background.

If you’re searching for a new rod, it’s a good idea to know if graphite fishing rods get brittle. With the years of experience I have fished with graphite fishing rods, and a variety of other rod types, I thought I’d get some research to back up my experience and share it with you today. … Read more

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8 Different Types of Fishing Rods

8 Types of Fishing Rods. Three fishing rod and reels leaning against a ships railings. Blue Skies and calm sea in background.

Learning about the different types of fishing rods will help you decide which one is best for the kind of fish you want to catch. Fishing rods come in all different lengths and sizes. There are two questions you want to ask yourself before you choose a fishing rod. What kind of fishing are you … Read more

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Different Types of Fishing Reels – A Helpful Guide

Different types of fishing reels. Baitcasting, fly fishing, spinning and spincast reels.

What are the different types of fishing reels? That is the question. It is also a very good question to ask when you are just getting started in the world of fishing. It’s a good question because the reel is one of the most important pieces of equipment you will want to acquire in your … Read more

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How to Clean a Spinning Reel – Helpful Guide Shows You How

Person's hand holding a spinning fishing reel.

Knowing how to clean a spinning reel is crucial to the continued performance of your spinning reel. Spinning reels are one of the most important pieces of fishing equipment that you could own. So you will want to clean your reel properly by removing dirt, debris, and saltwater that can accumulate on and in your … Read more

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7 Best Ice Fishing Rod Reel Combos – Catch More Fish!

7 best ice fishing rod reel combos. Man ice fishing with rod and reel.

It’s once again that time of year to start thinking ice fishing. In this article, I have included 7 of the best ice fishing rod reel combos that can all be found on Amazon. It’s important to have a quality rod and reel that’s comfortable for you to handle while out in the cold tundra … Read more

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