Shimano is known for being a high-end maker of quality fishing rods– whether casting or spinning, but things can get a bit dicier when you start looking at budget-friendly options. In order to achieve a good balance of build quality to price ratio, most budget-friendly rods need to make some hard choices. This is the … Read more
Fenwick is one of many brands under the Pure Fishing umbrella company that handles numerous fishing products of every type at every level. This is a benefit for Fenwick in some ways as it allows the company to take some risks it otherwise might not be able to afford without a bigger backing. On the … Read more
Duckett is an interesting company in that a quick glance might give you the impression that it’s a fly-by-night company given that it was founded less than a decade ago. However, Duckett Fishing is the company started by world-renowned professional angler Boyd Duckett following his explosive appearance on the Major League Fishing tour. On top … Read more
St Croix has been around for a while with a solid reputation to show for it, but it’s never really been able to separate itself from the pack. Often content to let other companies for the tip of the spear for research and development, St. Croix generally tends to follow technology, design, and style trends … Read more
Shimano is a brand that covers a couple of different markets with extremely high-end componentry, so it makes some sense to apply this specialty to fishing rods that are basically a blank with various bits of componentry. Because of this approach, the Shimano Convergence “Musky” Casting Rod offers some excellent features. However, Shimano doesn’t aim … Read more
Fenwick, one of many brands owned by the Pure Fishing conglomerate, may not have the lengthy pedigree of some of its competitors, but still has a fairly storied history. More than anything else, Fenwick tends to push the limits and expectations of their field in the realm of materials. However, the Fenwick HMX Casting Rod … Read more
Catching a fish fills you with a thrill that is second to none. That is why fishing remains a favorite outdoor activity for many people. There are fascinating rods available, and if you are new to fishing, you will be amazed by the comfort that a modern fishing rod can offer. Knowing how to set … Read more
If you know anything about ice fishing, you know that the most important thing to do is bring only the essentials. And, if you’re new to the hobby, you are probably unsure about what type of fishing and type of rod you should be using, especially if you don’t have anyone to help and guide … Read more
Casting rods come in all sizes, powers, and actions, but the most important quality about any baitcasting rod is its overall value. There are a couple of different ways a company can go about achieving value, and the Daiwa Laguna casting fishing rod gives a solid college-try at hitting all of them. Daiwa is actually … Read more
Fishing is a popular hobby that people still enjoy today. There are several kinds of fishing rods available and there’s bound to be one that is perfect for every fisherman. Once you have your fishing rod, you are nearly ready to begin your fishing adventure. The next step is to learn how to string your … Read more