The customer was upset. He walked into The Rod and Reel Repair Center in Humble carrying a $300 baitcasting reel. "He was not happy," said Shan Brown. "He said, 'This a brand new reel. I used it twice ...

If you make reel maintenance and certain aftermarket tweaks part of your routine, not only will you improve the longevity of the tool, but you could also increase its overall performance. You’ll be ...

Picture this. The spring fishing season is fast-approaching. Spanish mackerel, pompano and flounder, among other saltwater species, are due to arrive en masse within a few weeks. You take your rod-and ...

Zebco fishing reels are the most popular reels in history. They are also the most neglected. Granted, they are relatively cheap by today's standards for reels, but they are by no means disposable.

One of the most important aspects to a successful fishing trip is keeping up the maintenance of your rods and reels. We can’t tell you how many times we’ve had colleagues tell us about how their ...

Don't miss out on the headlines from Sunshine Coast. Followed categories will be added to My News. But it's not hard to keep your reel in tip-top condition when using it in saltwater. Whether you're ...

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