Below, we’ve narrowed down the best fishing rod and reel combos we’ve tested over the years from top brands like Penn, Lew’s, and Pflueger, whether you’re into fly fishing or chasing catfish.

We tested the best trout rods while fishing everything from small streams to Pyramid Lake with a variety of techniques.

White River Fly Shop Vanguard Fly Rod, $149 (Save $50) White River Fly Shop CZN Nymphing Fly Rod, $149 (Save $50) Redington Wrangler Trout Fly Combo Kit, $149 (Save $100) Redington Wrangler Salmon ...

Determining the best bass fishing rod for a particular purpose is a personalized endeavor. An angler’s physical stature, line choice, and fishing environment are all factors to consider when choosing ...

Anglers tend to put a lot of stock in selecting the right dry fly to match a hatch. But, the truth is, the perfect fly won’t do you a whole lot of good if you ...

When fly fishers reach out beyond their comfort zone and embrace saltwater fly fishing, there are numerous saltwater specific rods and reels from which to select. Fly rods are usually fast action, ...

According to one local guide, fly fishing is "the most entertaining way to frustrate yourself." One member of the Byron High School Fishing Team learned all about it this week.

Compared with a baitcasting or fly-fishing setup, for example ... We took to the sea to test the best spinning rods and reels. Photo: Owen James Burke Then came the testing.