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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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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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 …
Let’s face it, part of being a great fisherman is having the best gear. I have written many articles telling you that you can catch fish with nothing but a fishing rod from Wal-Mart. But I also can acknowledge a $2,000 fish finder like this one will make it a whole lot easier. For professional …
Soft plastics are one of my favorite ways to catch bass. From worms to craws, flukes to swimbaits, sot plastics are some of the most lifelike baits you can use. They’re almost always guaranteed to get bites when other hard plastics won’t. So you should devote one fishing rod in your arsenal just to soft …
Most bass fisherman know that bass like to eat natural looking baits. That’s why you’ll see a variety of greens, browns, and blacks in the worm aisle at your local Bass Pro Shops. They match the colors of worms, crayfish, and all the different things that bass normally eat. But then you also will find …
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Finding the perfect gift for a fisherman is hard. You don’t want to buy them fishing rods, lures, or other tackle and equipment. All anglers are very picky with this and know exactly what htey want. Picking it out yourself and feeling them in your hands is all part of the experience! So instead, you …
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We live in a world where every fishing lure is available with a click of a mouse. But sometimes, you need your fishing gear quickly. There may not even be a bait shop near you. But chances are, you can find a Wal-Mart. Wal-Mart may not have top of the line fishing gear, but they …
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There are many different fishing techniques and all require their own set of terminal tackle – things like hooks, weights, and swivels. So when just beginning to learn different rigs and lures, it can be really hard to know exactly what you need. A fishing staple for every species you may target is the crankbait. …
If you’ve gone to a fishing store, you’ve likely seen a crankbait. They are usually shaped and colored to look like fish, crayfish, or other creatures living in water. They have two sets of treble hooks, and may or may not have a plastic bill on the front. They are a fishing staple for many …
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Have you ever been in the rod aisle at your favorite tackle shop and just feel completely overwhelmed by the amount of options? There are so many brands with different colors, sizes, and actions. It can be quite intimidating! So if you don’t know where to start – this article is for you. I’m going …
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August is one of the hardest months to fish for bass. The heat is killer, the bass don’t want to bite, and you don’t want to stay on the water long. Because of this, picking the right lures is essential to have a successful day out on the water. If you read this article, you’ll …
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If you ask any fisherman to limit themselves to one bait they can fish for the rest of their life, most are probably going to pick a soft plastic worm. The main reason for this is that it is an extremely versatile lure. It can be rigged in many different ways depending on the conditions …
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There are a lot of reasons you should be fishing with spinnerbaits. They have been a fish catching lure for decades. They work in a lot of water conditions and times of the year. And maybe best of all, they’re one of the most weedless lures you can use. Weedless is a term that fisherman …
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If you’ve read articles like this, you know that I am a believer in the chatterbait. It’s a top 5 bait for me in almost any condition and always catches great fish. But like many baits, the chatterbait works best in spring and fall. You can even use it in summer with some success. But …
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