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Picture this. The spring fishing season is fast-approaching. Spanish mackerel, pompano and flounder, among other saltwater species, are due to arrive en masse within a few weeks. You take your rod-and ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio — There are more than a few fishing reels sitting on the shelf and gathering dust, even though they’ve been fishing tackle favorites over the years. They haven’t been replaced by more ...

Q: Has Phil Bayless at Bayless Brothers rod and reel repair on Whitfield Street closed up shop for good? I occasionally drive by the shop and have not seen it open this year. It was the only rod and ...

Back in the day, reel repair was big business for mom-and-pop tackle shops. They stocked parts and usually had someone on hand to help if your investment wasn’t operating up to snuff. And make no ...

With bass season right around the corner, it’s time to check out your gear for the upcoming campaign. These days, many bass anglers are on the lakes year-round. For those that chase deer and ducks or ...

Zebco fishing reels are the most popular reels in history. They are also the most neglected. Granted, they are relatively cheap by today's standards for reels, but they are by no means disposable.

If you make reel maintenance and certain aftermarket tweaks part of your routine, not only will you improve the longevity of the tool, but you could also increase its overall performance. You’ll be ...