Why swapping to a 6in sabiki and ultralight spinning reel tripled my summer harbour mackerel hookups

Jul 11, 2026 | by Léa Moreau

I remember the first evening I tried the 6in sabiki on an ultralight spinning reel: three quick rattles of the rod and the surface exploded with mackerel. What had previously been a slo-mo parade of...

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Choosing a shore reel drag for sea bass: daiwa and shimano models compared

Dec 02, 2025 | by Léa Moreau

Picking the right shore reel drag for chasing sea bass from Welsh rocks and beaches has been something I’ve spent a lot of time experimenting with. The mechanics of a drag system matter more than...

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Choosing the right braided line for long-distance beach casting: tests and tips

Dec 02, 2025 | by Léa Moreau

When I'm standing on a windswept Welsh beach at dawn, the difference between a frustrating day of short casts and a session where the rod tip hums with every long-distance drift often comes down to...

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