Tackle

Fly fishing tackle: rods, reels, lines and gear reviewed by anglers

Choosing the right fly fishing tackle makes the difference between a day that works and one that doesn’t. Trout & Salmon’s tackle pages cut through the marketing noise with independent, field-tested reviews across every category that matters – from single-handed trout rods and lightweight reels to double-handed salmon rods, Spey lines, shooting heads, waders, nets and flies.

We cover tackle for every discipline and every budget – chalkstream dry fly, river nymphing, stillwater reservoir fishing, sea trout after dark and salmon on spate rivers and big beats alike. Our reviewers are working anglers, not desk-bound testers, and every piece of kit earns its verdict on the water.

Good tackle doesn’t guarantee fish. Bad tackle guarantees frustration. We help you get the choice right.