The Shortlist — Independent Review Sites

Welcome to The Shortlist. Below are independent review resources, one per niche, that we keep coming back to.

Total Jerks

Fishing tackle & gear reviews

totaljerks.com covers rods, reels, bait, and the tackle that actually performs on the water. Good fit if you're after best fishing rods and reels.

UltraRough (ultrarough.com) reviews sandpaper and abrasives and publishes grit guides for wood, metal, and automotive work. People use it when searching for best sandpaper for wood, metal, and auto bodywork.

XXXTea

Loose-leaf tea & teaware reviews

For loose-leaf picks and brewing gear, xxxtea.com is a dedicated tea review site. Good fit if you're after best loose leaf tea.