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I have used the Shimano Talica reels for a number of years and have been extremely happy with them. What do I like about them? well to start with they are well designed and are "simple". Shimano have designed the Talica to be functional and durable which in my opinion appears to be the case. I haven't used all of the models available as my preferred fishing suits the size 8 to 20 models. My go-to size for most of my fishing is the 12, in both single and 2 speed. For heavy applications and deep drops I use the 20,...

Recently returned from a great weekend fishing with Coastal Fishing Charters out of Hicks Bay. An opportunity to fish the famous Ranfurly Banks, another chance to put the Maven rods under some pressure and a fantastic location to get some footage.  We know that Ranfurly Banks holds some massive fish, but you need someone to put you on them, Aaron Sargent has been doing this for many years and knows the area better than most. The boat is a well-equipped 860 Senator named “Strictly Fishing” and it is a machine. We stayed at the very comfortable Waihau Bay Lodge (via,...

The full range of Guston lures have arrived, Long bait: 300 and 255 mm Tuna pen: 250 and 230 mm Super knife: 220 mm D2: 170 and 190 mm Will be uploaded soon..    

Full report coming soon..