Fishing is a sport of habit. You’re always going to go back to that trusty lure, or your favorite rod and reel because it’s what you know. When you get comfortable with a certain style of fishing, it can be hard to switch to a new style. So, for those primarily used to a baitcasting reel, …
Trout can be finicky beasts during the day. Make one wrong move, and you’ll not only spook one, but you’ll also spook every trout for the next three holes down as he hurriedly scurries on past. Other times, the biggest trout are hiding so far under the bank, your little nymph isn’t enough to coax him …
How to Spin for Trout at Night: Step-by-Step Guide Read More »
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 …
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 …
Best Setup for Crankbait Fishing: 7 Tips and Tricks Read More »
You want to get into bass fishing, and more specifically, bass fishing with crankbaits. The only problem is you’ve heard that baitcasting tackle is the best way to use cranks, but you only have a spinning reel. If this is you, or you’re curious about using spinning gear with crankbaits, keep reading. So, the question here …
Fishing for wild trout can be one of the most rewarding experiences you can have as an angler. Trout fishing can also be some of the most fun you can have on the water. Trout can be found in lakes and rivers, but my favorite way to fish for trout is on a stream. Some think …
How to Fish for Trout Without Fly Fishing: 26 Tips & Tricks Read More »
The spinning reel showdown between the Daiwa BG and the Penn Battle II is a clash of epic proportions. Penn is one of the most well-respected names in the fishing reel industry, while Daiwa is my personal favorite when it comes to fishing tackle of all varieties, reels no exception. When I set out to review …
Spinning Reel Reviews: Daiwa BG vs. Penn Battle II Read More »
The advantages to using a baitcaster are plentiful once you get the hang of it. You have more line control and can be more accurate with a decent baitcasting reel. However, one of the disadvantages is how difficult it can be to cast a baitcaster with a light lure. So, like many, I asked myself, how …
When fishing for crappie, the time of the year goes a long way to dictating your plan of attack. There is no one best month to catch crappie. Instead, there are many good months for catching crappie, and the key is knowing what strategies to use to find and hook them. Whether it’s spring, summer, or …
Let the debate begin! Whether you’re new to fishing or have been doing this for 50+ years, odds are you have considered the differences between baitcasters and spinning reels. Today, we will thoroughly cover the advantages and disadvantages of baitcasters and spinning reels to reveal which is best. Most seasoned anglers prefer baitcasters over spin reels …
