The modern spinning rod and reel combo offers a convenience that’s hard to beat. Manufacturers like Shimano, Penn, and Abu Garcia have taken the guesswork out of pairing rods and reels ...

Mike Iaconelli is a gritty, hard-working, well-rounded angler with a little bit of an attitude. And I'd say his signature ...

Shimano reels are in this article a lot ... s get this out of the way right from the start: I love the Abu Garcia Veritas rods, and I have for years. They are just amazing rods for the money ...