We tested top rod and reel combos out on the water to find the best setups for any style of fishing Fishing rod and reel combos are a convenient way to get out on the water quicker. While you can ...

Get big results without breaking the bank! This beautiful bass shows the power of a well-chosen rod and reel combo, proving you don’t need to spend over your budget to to find fishing success. / Kurt ...

A smarter way to buy gear Most anglers assume when building a new road and reel combo, you should match the approximate price of your reel to the rod. Since most manufacturers seem to combo their own ...

From a simple frog and punch strategy to catch more slop fish, the best way to pair a rod and reel without overpaying, to must-have topwater bass baits, these stories captured our Sports Illustrated ...

Whether you’re chasing bass, trout, or panfish, having the right rod and reel makes all the difference. This guide breaks down the best setups for every type of freshwater fishing, from budget combos ...

If you’re just getting started with bass fishing, you’ll quickly notice that experienced anglers seem to use one of two ...

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 ...

Fishing season brings long days out on the water in serene settings. It’s honestly one of the best ways to spend a summer's day. The last thing you want when you’re out on the water is to deal with a ...

Immersing yourself in the great outdoors, unwinding, reconnecting with nature and indulging in a sport Herbert Hoover once described as “a chance to wash one’s soul with pure air,” fishing holds a ...