Should I put fluorocarbon on my spinning reel? Talk about a difficult question to answer. No doubt you have probably heard a story from one of your friends who put on flouro on their spinning reel and had all kinds of line twists etc. On the other hand, you really like the unique properties that this […]
Can You Use A Spinning Reel On A Casting Rod?
Imagine the following situations. You head down to one of your favorite fishing tackle shops and you notice they are running a great deal on a brand new spinning reel that you have been eyeing for some time. Without giving it much thought you throw it in the cart and are excited at the thought of getting […]
Can You Fly Fish For Bass?
If you haven’t tried fly fishing, you are missing out on a great experience. But isn’t fly fishing limited to catching trout in a river? Let’s find out! In this post, we are going to answer the ever so popular question: Can you fly fish for bass? Not only that, but we are going to […]
Can You Fish Off A Cruise Ship?
Free food. People who are ready to serve beer. Aboard a ship that is cruising the ocean for days. Sounds like a fishermen’s paradise right? No, we are not talking about a cool exotic fishing trip, we are talking about a cruise. If you are planning on going on a cruise in the near future […]
How Many Yards Of Fishing Line Do I Need?
A good quality fishing line is not cheap. For example, a high-quality fluorocarbon can run anywhere between $30 to as high as $85 a spool. It all depends on the weight of the line and the amount you buy. Now multiply that dollar amount by the number of reels that you have in your garage […]
Are Old Fishing Lures Worth Money?
So you are doing a little spring cleaning and you come across an old tackle box that belonged to someone in the family. You open it up and you are surprised to see a number of what appear to be antique fishing lures. Your first thought is, what do I do with these old lures? […]
Do Fishing Rods Float?
Picture the scene. You are fishing from your favorite kayak, you toss our a topwater frog and start to bring it back to the boat. You pause for a moment to check your phone when unexpectedly a huge bass comes up and hammers your topwater frog. You quickly try to put your phone in a […]
How To Put Line On A Spinning Reel Without Line Twist
How To Put Line On A Spinning Reel Without Line Twist Putting line on a spinning reel is very important. When done correctly you should have no issues with your reel and you will possibly enjoy a nice day fishing on the water. However, if it is done incorrectly you could be left with a mess! […]
Can You Bring A Fishing Rod On An Airplane?
Imagine the scene, you just booked the fishing trip of your dreams. After purchasing your plane tickets, you contact your boss to confirm that you have the time off, you reserve a place to stay, and you start scoping out good fishing spots in the area. At this point, it seems like everything is ready. A […]
How To Cast A Baitcaster Without Backlash
There are many advantages of using a baitcasting reel. One thing about casting reels that discourages many from using one is the dreaded backlash also known as a bird’s nest. In this post, we will give you some tips on how to cast a baitcaster without backlash. First, what is backlash?
How To Retrieve A Spinnerbait – 7 Different Ways To Work It
The spinnerbait. A must have lure for bass fishing. One of the things that makes this lure so effective is that it is a simple cast and retrieve kind of lure. However, with that being said, there are many other different retrieves that can be used with this lure to entice a bite. For that […]
How To Catch Largemouth Bass In Summer – Where, When, How
Catching bass is considered easy during fall and spring, but every year when summer rolls around, many anglers notice a massive drop in their catch rate. Just like you and I try to beat the heat in the summer, and stay warm in winter, bass act differently throughout the seasons. That being said, let’s take […]
How To Fish A Chatterbait
Chatterbaits (bladed jigs) have become one of the most popular fishing lures for bass fishermen. This is due to the fact that they are extremely versatile and can be used in almost any situation. In the following article I’m going to go show you how to fish a chatterbait, what are some great situations for fishing with […]
