Baitcasting Reels

In this review of the Daiwa Lexa 300 and the Daiwa Lexa 400 baitcasters, we will take a look at these high-performance reels that combine powerful gearing, lightweight designs, carbon fiber …

In this Quantum Smoke S3 PT Baitcasting Review, we look at a compact baitcaster with longer casting capabilities due to the oversized spool and increased line capacity. The reel defies …

In this 13 Fishing Concept Z review, we will take a look at all the buzz about it.  When I first saw the Concept Z in its bright orange or …

The Shimano Tranx 500 baitcasting reel is a low-profile design that was designed specifically for the angler who loves using a baitcasting reel and wants to go after the larger …

The Shimano Tranx 200, Shimano Tranx 300, and the Shimano Tranx 400 reels are all covered in this review, as they are very similar in most aspects. The Shimano Tranx …

In this review of the Shimano SLX Baitcasting series of reels, we will look at all three versions of this award-winning reel. The SLX and SLX XT were first released …

I spent years using spinning reels like Shimano Vanford and Daiwa BG SW before I gathered enough confidence to try finesse fishing with baitcasting reels. I never looked back because …

This Daiwa Zillion SV TW review will hopefully show you why this reel is considered one of the best in its class. Introduced in 2016 as part of Daiwas ongoing …

In this review of the 4th generation of the Abu Garcia Revo STX, we take a look at all the features that make this an excellent choice for fishing fanatics …

In this review, we have one of my favorite types of reels: the low-profile baitcaster. These reels are comfortable, ergonomic, lightweight, and buttery smooth. These features combined create a reel …