This winter, I set out to test some of the best Shimano reels available ... The Bantam is one of the best baitcasting reels I’ve ever used. While this low-profile baitcaster can be used for ...

When you’re new to baitcasting setups ... Reels such as the Shimano Tranx or the Abu Garcia Revo Toro Beast are great options. Both reels are made to throw heavy lures like musky baits while ...

The best baitcasting reels of even a decade ago pale in comparison to today’s top models, which have the precision of a Swiss watch, the styling of an Italian sportscar, and the dependability of ...

Modern tech, like Shimano’s Digital Control (DC) reels, has made this easier by reducing backlash, but there’s still a learning curve. Another limitation is casting light lures. A baitcaster ...