The best surf fishing reels hold up to any saltwater angling situation. Our expert narrowed down his favorite reels, from spinning to conventional, from Penn, Shimano, and more.

Gearing Up for the Surf A heavy-action surf fishing rod like this can launch long-distance casts. Photo by Ric Burnley Rod, Reel, and Line There are lighter surf rods designed for throwing certain ...

From budget spinning reels to large baitcasters, our picks for the best surf fishing reels will cast a mile and last many seasons.