Ethan Mackenzie

Senior Gear Analyst

Providing thorough gear reviews to aid fellow fishing enthusiasts in making informed purchases. Keep an eye out for my seasonal strategies for both saltwater and freshwater environments.

Saltwater hooks that turn more strikes into landed fish

Lures & Baits

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18/07/2026

Saltwater hooks that turn more strikes into landed fish

Which planing hull types truly handle rough water best for offshore anglers

Deep Sea

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03/07/2026

Which planing hull types truly handle rough water best for offshore anglers

Abu Garcia Cardinal X 1000 Review: a budget spinning reel that gets the basics right

Product Test

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30/06/2026

Abu Garcia Cardinal X 1000 Review: a budget spinning reel that gets the basics right

Baxnore Mini Portable Carbon Fishing Rod Review: a compact travel rod that does the job if you respect its limits

Hunter Pro 12 ft Sea Venom Surf Rod Review: budget beach caster that actually holds up

Greys Lance Fly Fishing Rod 9'6" 8wt Review: a pretty solid budget stick for big flies and wind

HARDY Marquis LWT Fly Fishing Reel Review: a classic clicker for people who like things simple and mechanical

MAXIMUMCATCH Maxcatch Premier Combo Review: a budget-friendly starter kit that actually feels decent on the water

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Abu Garcia Ambassadeur Seven Review: a heavy but trustworthy workhorse for boat and trolling

Product Test

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05/06/2026

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur Seven Review: a heavy but trustworthy workhorse for boat and trolling

Saltwater hooks that turn more strikes into landed fish

Which planing hull types truly handle rough water best for offshore anglers

Abu Garcia Cardinal X 1000 Review: a budget spinning reel that gets the basics right

Baxnore Mini Portable Carbon Fishing Rod Review: a compact travel rod that does the job if you respect its limits

Hunter Pro 12 ft Sea Venom Surf Rod Review: budget beach caster that actually holds up

Greys Lance Fly Fishing Rod 9'6" 8wt Review: a pretty solid budget stick for big flies and wind

HARDY Marquis LWT Fly Fishing Reel Review: a classic clicker for people who like things simple and mechanical

MAXIMUMCATCH Maxcatch Premier Combo Review: a budget-friendly starter kit that actually feels decent on the water

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur Seven Review: a heavy but trustworthy workhorse for boat and trolling

Bass Lures That Work When the Water Warms Past 60 Degrees