Fly reels are sensitive to saltwater intrusion, but the Colton Terrapin is the best all around fly fishing reel for saltwater and one of the most rugged and reliable—and simple—fly reels made.

Invented in Japan, these long (11 to 15 feet) telescoping rods are the cane poles of the fly-fishing world. The Fly Reel. Just like a conventional rod-and-reel setup, all fly rods (with the exception ...

When selecting fly equipment, first choose the proper weight line for the type of fishing you are doing, then match the rod and reel of the same weight. For example, a 5-weight line is common for ...

After fishing the new Medalist fly reel, my opinion changed. I like the nod it gives to the original in looks, and it fishes great. It has an appealing click and pawl sound; ...

The best fishing rods are durable and flexible, with excellent sensitivity that makes catching your target easier. Regardless of your style of fishing, everything else—from reels to lines and ...

A silver fly reel will be fine 95% of the time; it's that 5% I'm concerned about. / photo by Ken Baldwin As I write this, I am fully aware that this could be "much ado about nothing." I'm only ...