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Best Ultralight Spinning Reels Of 2019 – Top 7 (Crappie, Trout & Panfish)

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Best Ultralight Spinning ReelFound! The Best Ultralight Spinning Reel.

While fishing with big spinning reels on the beach can be a blast, fishing with ultralight gear for trout or crappie can be just as fun.

In fact, some have said that some of the best fishing experiences they have had is fishing with ultralight gear. Even a 1 pound bass can feel like a tarpon and definitely get the heart racing.

In this article, we will list and discuss 7 of the top ultralight spinning reels and point out what makes them the go to reels when you’re deciding on your ultralight outfit.

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Choosing The Best Baitcasting Reel For Beginners (Updated May 2019)

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Best baitcasting reel for beginners

So you are interested in giving baitcasting reels a try?

Perhaps your son is just getting into bass fishing and you want to give him exposure to a baitcaster?

Whichever applies to you it is important from the beginning to choose a good baitcasting reel. After all if you have a bad experience from the beginning it will only discourage you from continuing. [Read more…] about Choosing The Best Baitcasting Reel For Beginners (Updated May 2019)

The Best High End Baitcasting Reel – Are These Baitcasters Worth It?

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BEST HIGH END BAITCASTING REEL

Are you looking for the best high end baitcasting reel money can buy?

If so, you have come to the right place.

In this post, we are going to look at 3 baitcasters that aren’t your ordinary reels. They come at a much high price than others on the market, but they are quality reels with many great features and are built to last many years to come.

Let’s take a look at some of my favorite high end baitcasters on the market today.

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How To Cast A Baitcaster Without Backlash – 9 Easy To Follow Tips

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how to cast a baitcasting reel without backlash

There are many advantages of using a baitcasting reel.

One thing about casting reels that discourages many from using one is the dreaded backlash also known as a bird’s nest.

In this post, we will give you some tips on how to cast a baitcaster without backlash.

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What Is The Best Ice Fishing Reel? – Our Top 7

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This may sound crazy to some, but ice fishing is awesome.

However, all that fun and excitement that ice fishing brings comes to a screeching halt if you don’t have the right equipment. One such vital piece of equipment is a good ice fishing reel.

A faulty reel not only will cost you some fish, but it will definitely take the joy out of ice fishing.

In this post, we will present some of the best reels for ice fishing. In fact, we will present our top 7 best ice fishing reels. So let’s get to it. [Read more…] about What Is The Best Ice Fishing Reel? – Our Top 7

How To Put Line On A Spinning Reel Without Line Twist

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How To Put Line On A Spinning Reel Without Line Twist

How To Put Line On A Spinning Reel Without Line Twist

Putting line on a spinning reel is very important. When done correctly you should have no issues with your reel and you will possibly enjoy a nice day fishing on the water. However, if it is done incorrectly you could be left with a mess! No doubt about it, it will run your fishing day.

In this post we will discuss how to spool a spinning reel so as to avoid line twist. [Read more…] about How To Put Line On A Spinning Reel Without Line Twist