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Right/Left Handed Baitcasting Reel

How to use a baitcaster reel?

If you have recently made the switch to or are trying out a baitcaster for the first time, I'm sure you have probably experienced the dreaded BACKLASH!

Learning how to set up a baitcaster is easy and is an important step in becoming efficient in using them. To properly setup your new reel, let’s go over 4 key steps and choices you can make to make set up a breeze.

December 03, 2025 — Alice Wang
PISCIFUN TORRENT Baitcaster - For Publication in the Oct 2017 ASO.

PISCIFUN TORRENT Baitcaster - For Publication in the Oct 2017 ASO.

As fall approaches I will be giving you the results of some my product field testing and performance reviews.  Just know that these reviews are based on personal use and experience.  I do not get paid for these reviews and do not work for the manufacturers of any of these products.
September 27, 2017 — Alice Wang
Ready For A New Level Of Satisfaction? Build Your Own Fishing Rod

Ready For A New Level Of Satisfaction? Build Your Own Fishing Rod

A lot of fishermen take it to the next level by handcrafting their own fishing lures or flies, even making their own fly leaders. But did you know you can even build your own fishing rod?
September 20, 2017 — Alice Wang