Match rod rests, tripods, rod stands, call them what you will, are great for sand and shingle beaches. But as Planet Sea Fishing points out, there are also strong cases for…
Noticeable advances in component machining processes mean quality reels of this ilk are now stronger and sexier than ever. This has led to reels of a generic 6000-size (capacity of…
In this long term test Des Westmore appraises the Shimano Trinidad TN14 reel, and investigates how the internals have withstood many months of unrelenting hard labour. I first saw the…
Seaguar fluorocabon is one of the top rated leader and hook-length materials on the American market. It’s available in the UK through UK Hooks, and Des Westmore has been putting…
The most famous moustache in boat angling, Des Westmore joins the Planet Sea Fishing team, and kicks off with his thoughts on the clever Abu Conolon Travel Combo boat rod.…
Tired of plastic booms that bend and snap? Take a look at these new metal beauties from Shamrock Tackle. Shamrock Tackle have added a strong metal tube boom for boat…
Coloured lead weights are becoming increasingly popular among boat anglers in particular. Steve Souter offers reasons why a splash of lead colour might be worth considering, before looking at two…
Headlamps have improved dramatically in recent years. No longer is there need to be weighed down with crippling heavy batteries that require so many straps and harnesses so you end…
With the winter cod season well and truly upon us Planet Sea Fishing takes a close look at the Sakuma 543 Pennel Manta Extra hook and critiques it against a…
England international and fishing tackle innovator Ian Golds has got the design of his single reel cases absolutely right says fussy Steve Souter. Other than pricey rods, reels are generally…