The centerpin reel has its origins in the early 1800s and consists of a very simple fishing reel design, running on its axle or ‘center pin’ in a free manner. The spool of the reel has a large diameter that ensures you can cast your reel over a great distance. …

Recently I got another good question: “What types of fish can you catch fly fishing?” Now, to list all of them would be a very long list of species indeed, but here is a quick overview: Traditionally, fly fishing was used for salmonid fish species, including salmon, trout and char…

I was recently asked, “how can you increase your chances of catching fish while fishing?” There’s no simple answer to this, since fishing is both an art and a science that takes a lifetime to master. However, since that’s probably not the most useful answer for someone who really wants…

Over the years, spinning reels have overtaken all other reel types in terms of popularity, mainly because they are very simple to use, on top of being highly effective and reliable. In this guide I’ll explain the most important features of spinning reels, and what you to look for when…