Fishing adventures can get pretty rough, so it's unsurprising that the gear we use can get beat up quite badly. Everything from saltwater to sunlight to sand to fish bites, and even how we store and transport our gear, can take a toll on our equipment and affect their performance and lifespan.
For instance, saltwater can corrode the metal parts of our gear, causing them to break or malfunction. UV rays from the sun can weaken fishing line. Sand and pebbles can get into reels and cause unwanted friction. Storing gear improperly can cause it to warp, crack, or get moldy. It can also get dents, scratches, and other kinds of damage when we aren't careful about transporting it to and from our fishing destination.