The Penn Conflict was introduced in the fall of 2013 and is positioned just above the Penn Battle II and below the Penn Clash. The Penn Conflict is designed towards the smaller sizes and is typically most popular in the 1000 - 3000 size range - for the nearshore or...

In this review of the Penn Clash Spinning Reel, we will take a look at the reel that was first debuted at the 2015 ICAST show and what makes it another good option from Penn. The Penn Clash is another in a long line of reels from Penn and fits in between the Penn...

In this review of the Daiwa Ballistic LT spinning reel, I will go through the features that make this an excellent option for all different types of fishing, from saltwater - both on and offshore to freshwater, too. The Daiwa Ballistic LT is available in 7 models,...

The Penn Pursuit II or Penn Pursuit 2 is the entry level reel in the Penn series of spinning reels and is an affordable reel that features a very lightweight and corrosion resistant graphite body, metal side plate and a graphite rotor.  If you are looking for your...

The Pflueger President reel was completely redesigned and re-released in the fall of 2011. This reel although inexpensive still provides a lot of quality features at a price point that is very affordable starting at around $59.   While the Pflueger President would not...

If you’re looking for the Rolex of fishing reels, congratulations because you’ve come to the right place. In this Daiwa Saltiga spinning reel review, we are not playing any games today. Here we have the Daiwa Saltiga which is a premium saltwater spinning reel designed...

The new and improved Sedona FI is here to impress you both on the water and in your wallet. In this Shimano Sedona FL Spinning Reel Review, we want to show you all the upgrades they've made to this reel so you can make an informed buying decision. First things first...

In this Daiwa Exceler LT Spinning Reel review we found that this lightweight carbon constructed reel brings a lot to the table. You have a reel that is both tough and durable while remaining precise and smooth in performance and at the same time being extremely...

Buckle up and get ready to pick your jaw up off the floor. In this Daiwa Certate LT Spinning Reel review, we introduce a new design that you won't find anywhere else. This reel debuted around March 2019, and no Shimano or Abu Garcia can hold up to this new reel. We’re...

Here’s one for all of my freshwater anglers out there. In this independent review of the Daiwa Tatula LT Spinning Reel, we’re finding out if Daiwa can design a lightweight reel without sacrificing performance and durability.The Tatula LT comes in five different sizes....

In this Penn Conflict II Spinning Reel Review, we're presenting one of the lightest weight spinning reels ever to hit the market from Penn. This reel was released in 2017, and it is available in the 1000-5000 range. The Conflict II is ideal for lightweight anglers...

In this review of the Fin-Nor Lethal spinning reel, I will talk about the features that make it an excellent option for everything from inshore fishing for trout, redfish and snook all the way up to hard fighting species such as the smaller tuna, tarpon, and sailfish....

In this review of the Daiwa Saltist Back Bay LT spinning reel, I will discuss the features that make it a versatile option for many different types of fishing, particularly back bay AKA Inshore fishing which is specifically what it has been designed for. Wow! Smooth,...

In this review of the Abu Garcia Revo Inshore Spinning reel, I will show you the features that make this a great choice for a variety of your inshore fishing.  The Revo Inshore is available in 4 models, Revo Inshore 30, Revo Inshore 35, Revo Inshore 40 and the largest...