Having the right gear alone is not enough to catch fish. Don’t get me wrong. It is helpful to have the right equipment. But your movements and actions are equally important, especially when the fish start biting! You will be surprised to know that the reason most beginners lose fish is that they don’t know how …
Learn How to Detect Fish Bites: Tips and Techniques for Beginners Read More »
Most keen bass anglers will have heard of the wacky rig. It’s been around for about twenty-five years. When I don’t have time to go and buy live bait, the wacky rig is my fallback. Sometimes, for no particular reason, fish ignore live bait. I always have some plastic worms in my tackle box. The wacky …
I’ve lost count of how many times anglers confuse white perch with crappie. But it is not a surprise. I’ve been there too. It takes time and a lot of fishing to tell the differences between two fishes, especially if they are small and behave roughly the same. White perch and crappie are two different species. …
White Perch vs. Crappie: How to Tell the Difference and Catch More Fish Read More »
Early spring makes me think of fishing for crappie, and today, we will discuss which pound test line is best for this exciting fish. If you’re looking to get on the water for crappie, then 4-pound test is going to be your best bet for a successful day. 4-pound test will provide the perfect combination of …
Baitcasters are a popular option for fishing reels, but for the first-timer, they can provide a frustrating learning experience, causing anglers to ask, “Why does my baitcaster always backlash?” A bird’s nest in your reel will quickly ruin your day on the water, so if you’re asking why your baitcaster always backlashes, you are not alone! …
Fishing leaders might be one of the most common topics anglers argue about. When used correctly, a leader will help us to catch fish. But there is a lot of thought to determining the right material, length, and size combination. The weight of the line is one of the most common questions anglers ask me. Should …
Should Fishing Leaders be Heavier than the Main Line? Read More »
The soft plastic world of bass fishing can be overwhelming, and a fluke is one lure within that world that can draw a lot of questions from anglers. If you are wondering what a fluke is, how to fish a fluke when to fish a fluke, and the effectiveness of a fluke, you are not alone. …
How to Bass Fish With Flukes: A Complete Guide to Catching More Fish Read More »
One of the most frustrating aspects of fishing is having your line turn into a tangled mess. If it’s bad enough, your day can be over before it’s begun. Instead of enjoying a day fishing, you end up on the bank trying to sort out your kit. The frustration builds as you try to untangle and …
There are three main fishing lines on the market. You can choose from monofilament, fluorocarbon, or braided fishing lines. Each has different properties and is used to present baits and lures in different ways. It is imperative to know these separate lines to present baits and lures to fish. Using the wrong line to bait/lure combination …
There are an infinite number of lures designed for bass fishing, and one that is often asked about is Rooster Tails. Rooster Tails are a type of spinner designed as a multi-species lure, but today we will discuss if these are a practical option for bass. If you’re at your local shop and wondering if you …
