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Which ‘ultralight’ spinning reel has the most powerful drag?

The title of most powerful drag found on a readily available, ‘small size’ spinning reel belongs to the Kastking Sharky III which offers 33lb of drag on a 1000 size reel that weighs just 7.6oz. While the Sharky III has a powerful drag. It is not a reel I usually recommend. It is slightly larger…

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The best backpacking trout fishing combo – Spinning edition

Planning on hiking into the backcountry, and hoping to catch a few trout while camping in the wilderness. The first decision you need to make do you wish to carry a multi-piece travel rod or use a telescopic rod. There are pros and cons to both. Multi Piece Travel Rod – 10% to 15% lighter…

6 Best Spinning Rods For Trout Fishing (Based on real world use)
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6 Best Spinning Rods For Trout Fishing (Based on real world use)

One of the most frequently asked questions from novice trout anglers is which spinning rod they should purchase. However, answering this question is quite challenging because there isn’t much that sets apart entry-level trout spinning rods from the best ones available. Moreover, these rods come in various lengths, further adding to the confusion. Surprisingly, price…

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The best ultralight spinning reel when fishing braid

I love fishing braid on ultralight tackle, it is my go to line for trout and most other species. While many reels do a decent job when fishing monofilaments, fishing braid can put reels under a lot more pressure. The thin diameter of braid can also cut through unhardened areas and even damage any areas…

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Best Spinning Rod and Reel for Beginner Trout Fishing

Thinking of going trout fishing for the first time, but have little idea what gear to buy? Well, in this guide I will give you a brief overview of what gear you will need to buy. I will cover rods, reels, lines and even give some lure suggestions. In the chart below, I have provided…

Which size spinning reel for trout fishing?
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Which size spinning reel for trout fishing?

Thinking of buying your first reel for trout fishing, but unsure what size to get. While it is possible to catch trout on nearly any size reel, fishing will be a lot more enjoyable with one of an appropriate size. Reels typically come in a range of sizes. Now, there is no universal standard for…

Pfluger President vs Shimano Sedona
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Pfluger President vs Shimano Sedona

The Pflueger President and the Shimano Sedona are two of the most popular spinning reels for ultralight freshwater fishing. In this review, we will compare them head to head to see which is the best ultralight spinning reel for trout and other pan fish. We will be comparing the Pflueger President 20X and the Shimano…

“Shimano Sienna FG vs Shimano FX FC: Budget Spinning Reels Comparison”
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“Shimano Sienna FG vs Shimano FX FC: Budget Spinning Reels Comparison”

Comparing Shimano’s budget spinning reels I’ll get straight to the point: the Shimano Sienna FG and the FX FC are essentially the same reel, just dressed in different clothing. Most of their parts are interchangeable, and in terms of performance, there is little that sets them apart. The only notable difference is one extra ball…