If your reels squawk and refuse to cast as far as they once did, they're long overdue for a thorough cleaning. This should be done annually to every reel in any serious bass angler's arsenal. It ...

Modern fishing reels are complex pieces of equipment. Take one apart and it looks much like an old-fashioned watch lots and lots of tiny parts whose purpose is known only to a few select engineers ...

Maintaining your fishing reels doesn’t have to be a daunting task. With the help of a miniscrewdriver set, you can disassemble the basic components of your reel without creating an impossible ...

For those who fly fish, the spring cleaning list can also be long. From cleaning boots and waders, to rods and reels, to fishing pants and shirts, they all need attention.

A used toothbrush is a perfect tool to clean fishing rods. To clean fishing reels, you'll need lightweight, waterproof grease, reel oil and hot, soapy water. My son has given me a list of chores ...

The same goes for fishing gear and tackle. I seldom make it through a season without at least one or two rod and reel issues.