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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… If you don’t, you’re still headed in the right direction! Let’s get started… The Rhincodon typus or more commonly known by
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!
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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 spool a spinning reel seems simple enough when you think about it. Just wind the new line on the spinning reel right?
Pier Fishing Rigs: The Ultimate Guide (Tips and Tricks)
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
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We battle test the best fishing Rods, Reels, Combos and Accessories
Top 5 Best Ultralight Spinning Combos of 2021 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 of [2021]
Lance Wilkins
As with all combos Identifying the best surf fishing rod and reel combo is kinda fraught. After considering all the options our top two
Top 4 Best Fishing Rod and Reel Combos For The Money (2021)
Lance Wilkins
Rods and reels appear in Greek, Chinese and Egyptian art dating back thousands of years. After considering all the options our top picks were…
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
Best Saltwater Fly Reels in 2021 (Complete Buyer’s Guide)
Lance Wilkins
Buying a saltwater fly reel is very different from buying a freshwater one… After considering all the options our top picks were… Saltwater fly
