American Freshwater Fishing Records – with pictures!

Fishermen love nothing more than pictures of huge fish. So I thought, why not put them all in one post? Well here it is! Below you’ll find the current American record for each major freshwater fish with pictures included! How does your biggest catch stack up? Let us know below! Largemouth Bass – 22 Pounds, …

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How much does it cost to start bass fishing?

One of the reasons I got into fishing originally was because it’s one of the few sports or hobbies you can get into that doesn’t cost money every time you go. But that doesn’t mean getting bass fishing gear will be cheap. Of course, the cost of getting everything you need to get started can …

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Everything you need to know about Medium Light Fishing Rods

Maybe one of the most underappreciated powers of rods is the Medium Light fishing rod. Many people consider medium rods as a workhorse that can serve a variety of needs, and then if they want to go lighter for trout, panfish, or crappie they go straight to light or ultralight gear. Medium Light rods have …

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The best baitcaster setup for light lures

If you’ve gotten comfortable with a baitcaster you might want to start using it all the time instead of a spinning setup. Unfortunately, baitcasters usually aren’t the best option for lures below ¼ ounce. They don’t cast very far and you’ll increase the chance of backlashes. But thanks to new technology in fishing reel design, …

Best Squarebill Crankbait Rod | Won’t Break the Budget

Squarebills are one of those lures that you should be throwing enough to have a rod devoted to it if you’re serious about fishing. They catch fish almost all year long, with winter being the only time I’m unlikely to be throwing squarebills. They also require a unique rod because you want something that can …

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The most common fish you can catch in rivers | biggest, easiest, tastiest

I really love fishing in rivers. Some of the best fish you can catch live in them throughout the country. And they also have a better variety than a lot of other bodies of water. So in this article I will go through every type of fish you can commonly find in rivers and what …

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Best Fishing Line to Prevent Backlashes

If you’ve used a baitcaster before you know that backlashes are just something you have to deal with. But it shouldn’t be happening very often. If you’ve read this article about preventing backlash but still can’t keep it from happening every fishing trip, your line might be to blame. So let’s get into what fishing …

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The Best Trout Fishing Rods for the Money | 5 Budget Picks

If you love trout fishing but don’t want to break the bank, then this article is for you! Whether you are an experienced angler who is budget conscious or just starting out and don’t want to invest a ton yet – we have you covered. Below are 5 high quality, low dollar fishing rods that …