New + updated
The Whale Shark: Giants of The Deep (Fun Facts)
Lance Wilkins
Whale Shark? Is it a whale? Or is it a shark? If you already know the answer you’re probably looking for more facts about this awesome creature… One of the largest fish species in the world today. Thankfully, plenty of men smarter than myself have done the work
Lance Wilkins
Co-founder & Editor in Chief
Hi, my name is Lance and welcome to CallOutdoors!
I’m a regular guy who loves the outdoors. Since getting my first Swiss army knife as a youngster I’ve been fascinated with how tools and gear can help us thrive in the outdoors.
At CallOutdoors, our goal is to create a new type of community for outdoors people, where we could our tips, tricks and insights online.
We'd love for you to join out community and share your knowledge. If you're new then check out some of our in depth guides!
Our favorites...
Get all the latest fishing tips & tricks…
Baitcaster vs Spinning Reel: Which One is Best For Fishing?
Lance Wilkins
Dotted throughout the vast reaches of fishdom, there are reel aficionados who insist that the casting reel (baitcaster / overhead reel) is superior to
How to Put Line on a Spinning Reel (Easy Step-by-Step Guide)
Lance Wilkins
How to put line on a spinning reel seems simple enough when you think about it. Just wind the new line on the spinning
Pier Fishing Rigs: The Ultimate Guide (Tips for 2021)
Lance Wilkins
If pier fishing was the only type of fishing you could ever access, then you’d still be one heck of a lucky angler. Fish
Our top picks...
We battle test the best fishing Rods, Reels, Combos and Accessories
The 5 Best Ultralight Spinning Combos of 2021 (Ranked and Reviewed)
Lance Wilkins
Ultralight fishing gear can make a five-pound bass feel like a 15-pound monster. The rush is awesome and it’s flat-out the most exciting way
Top 8 Best Surf Casting Reels (2021 Buyer’s Guide)
Lance Wilkins
Choosing the best surf casting or overhead reel (also known as a conventional reel) can be tough. These days, we’re kinda spoiled for choice.
Top 5 Best Surf Fishing Rod and Reel Combos (2021 Guide)
Lance Wilkins
As with all rod and reel combos, identifying the best surf fishing rod and reel combo is kinda fraught. The first hurdle is this;
The Best Rod and Reel Combo For The Money (2021 Guide)
Lance Wilkins
Rod and reel combos, oddly enough, appear in Greek, Chinese and Egyptian art dating back thousands of years. Obviously they’ve evolved a lot since
6 Best Underspin Reels in 2021 Reviewed (Buyer’s Guide)
Lance Wilkins
Underspin reels (also known as triggerspin reels) have always been thought of as newbie or kids reels thanks to how lightweight and simple they
The Best Saltwater Fly Reels of 2021 (Buyer’s Guide)
Lance Wilkins
Buying a good saltwater fly reel is very different from buying a freshwater fishing one… Saltwater fly reels are used to target some of
