Author name: Kyle Johansen

Kyle Johansen is a freelance writer and avid fisherman. Kyle most enjoys wading into an ice-cold stream with a fly rod in hand and a fresh hatch on the water. Follow Kyle on Twitter @kylejohansen.

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bass vs trout fishing

Bass vs. Trout Fishing: What’s the Difference?

Bass and trout are two of the most popular species to fish for. Both fish are mostly found in freshwater and can tend to be around the same size as each other. While it’s possible to catch both types of fish with similar techniques, it’s much more effective to specialize for each species. Knowing how to …

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Best Setup for Crankbait Fishing

Best Setup for Crankbait Fishing: 7 Tips and Tricks

Crankbaits are tried and true when it comes to bass fishing. Cranks come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, making it a little overwhelming if you go into a store without doing your research first. There are square-billed crankbaits, round-billed crankbaits, and some without a bill at all. To improve my bass fishing …

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types of fishing reels

Understanding Different Types of Fishing Reels

The fishing reel is one of the oldest inventions in human history. These days, there are specialized fishing reels for every application you can imagine. But you don’t need a fancy reel to catch lots of fish. To understand all the different types of fishing reels, I started my research at the beginning. What I’ve discovered …

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