Casting reels are the foundation of many bass fishing setups. And you can do a lot with a good baitcaster, from skipping jigs to bombing frogs to winding spinnerbaits to winching in crankbaits. And ...

This past summer, the editors asked me to conduct a rigorous, thorough test to find the best casting reels for bass fishing. I immediately jumped at the opportunity and started to plan. Similar to ...

Kevin VanDam is arguably the best angler to ever pick up a fishing rod. So, it stands to reason that his signature series rod - the one he picks up every time he's on the water now - would be worth ...