An expert guide breaks down the best fishing rod and reel setups for every environment, from mountain streams to the surf.

Fly reels used to play second fiddle to rods, at least in the fly-fishing world. Volumes have been written about the nuances of bamboo, fiberglass, and graphite fly rods. But the reel? “It’s just a ...

Ross Reels, Aspire Fly Rods, and Molson Coors are back with another limited-edition run of Coors-themed reels and a rod.

Graphite is the tool. Fiberglass is the vibe. Add a click-and-pawl reel, and you’ll understand the obsession.

Fly reels for trout fishing serve two main roles: To hold your fly line and backing and to have a drag capable of tiring out a fish during a fight. Pairing the right reel with your fly rod will help ...

Ernext Hemingway didn’t just write about fishing — he was also an enthusiastic fisherman himself. It’s one of several contributing factors to his larger-than-life persona and his enduring cultural ...

An all-around trout setup that fishes like a top-of-the-line rod at a friendly price. The lineup offers rods up to an 8 wt for larger fish and even comes in a 10 ft 3 wt for euro nymphing. A ...

In fly fishing, the rod is the rock star. It gets all the attention when you’re bragging about the big one from your last trip. On the other hand, reels are the unsung heroes. They’re the studio ...

Get the best rod and reel combo for wherever and however you want to fish--saltwater or fresh, spinning or fly fishing. I still remember the first ever rod and reel combo I got as a kid while on a ...

Fly fishing guide and outdoor photographer Daniel Shepler shares his favorite new fly rods and reels for Northern Michigan fly fishing. His recommendations were originally featured in “Fly Fishing: ...