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Perception Pescador Pro Kayak Review 2021

If you have been researching different paddle kayaks to go fishing in, then I am sure you have come across the range of Perception Pescador Pro kayaks. After looking into these kayaks more myself, it became apparent what all the fuss is about. So I have written a full review of the Perception Pescador Pro […]

5 Tips to Catch More Fish with Lures

For many years, I didn’t like lure fishing. I tried it every now and then, just to see if I could make it work, but had very little success, other than a few Pike when I was river fishing back in the UK. But now lure fishing is one of my main fishing methods, and […]

How Long Does Fishing Line Last?

Questions I see asked a lot are how long does fishing line last, and how often should you change your fishing line? The degradation of a fishing line varies depending on the type of line, and there are several variables involved in each. I will cover them all and so you can have a better […]

How Long Should a Leader Line Be?

Using a leader is essential for certain types of fishing, so understanding the best ways to use them is imperative. One question I hear a lot is how long a leader line should be? Here I answer that question and look at a couple of different scenarios where you would be using a leader line. […]

The Different Types of Fishing Line Explained

So, you’ve just bought yourself a shiny new fishing reel and you want to get it spooled up with some fishing line. But then you’re met with a myriad of options. It can be confusing! So here I’m going to go through each type of fishing line, explain what they are, what they are best […]

Different Braking Systems on Baitcaster Reels

While this isn’t much of a ‘sexy’ topic to read (or write) about, I feel that understanding the different braking systems, how they differ, and what their strengths are, will ultimately help you decide which baitcaster reel is right for you. What is the job of a brake on a baitcaster reel? Before we get […]

How to Cast a Baitcaster Reel

So, you’ve probably read of the benefits that a baitcaster reel can offer, and then decided on which baitcaster reel is the right one for you. Now you just need to learn how to cast one of these weird and wonderful reels! Casting a spinning reel is a fairly simple process, and you can figure […]

Surf Fishing Equipment Basics | Beginners Guide

Surf fishing requires a bit of planning and some different methods to other kinds of fishing. Some of the equipment you’ll need for surf fishing will be quite specific to this type of fishing, while other equipment is quite generic and can be used across multiple facets of fishing. In this article, I run through […]

Baitcaster vs Spinning Reel | Should I Get a Baitcaster Reel or a Spinning Reel?

When most people start fishing they usually start out with a spinning reel, or at least a reel of a similar design to a spinning reel. There’s a good reason for this, and that’s because spinning reels are much easier to use than a bait caster reel. But once you become a more proficient angler […]

The Different Types of Fishing Reels Explained

Anyone new to fishing may have a hard time trying to figure out what all of the different types of fishing reels are designed for. Even those that have more experience may not have used all of the different reels before, so this guide will help you understand the different types of fishing reels available, […]