NISSWA -- The quality of fishing tackle has never been better. Today you can buy a $50 rod and reel that will last a lifetime. So why is Viking Rod and Reel filled with reels in need of repair? Lack ...

Outdoors people are fond of tinkering with gear, be it fishing, camping or hunting. Looking for used equipment that needs a bit of care can turn up bargains. Yard sales are a good place to start, ...

Zebco fishing reels are the most popular reels in history. They are also the most neglected. Granted, they are relatively cheap by today's standards for reels, but they are by no means disposable.

I don't mean wiped them down and dropped a bead of oil on the worm gear. I mean took it apart, removed all the old grease, oil and dirt, and refreshed the grease and oil. Never? That's why your reels ...

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