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One component of fishing that can make a huge difference in everything from angler fatigue to hook up ratio, having the ability to present a bait properly, casting distance and accuracy as well as myriad other concerns is a good, balanced rod. Yes, the stick you’re using can, depending on which one you’re throwing, either… [Continue Reading]

Daiwa Kage Rod Review

Daiwa introduced their Tatula series of reels several years ago beginning with the original Tatula 100 and 100 Type R. We’ve had every major version update since then including the CT Type R and the SV. We obtained the new Tatula 100 some time last year and have been fishing with it ever since.

There are times when big topwater walking baits are key to getting bites while other situations may call for something a little less boisterous. One bait that you can use that still has a decent length to it but presents itself with more subtlety is the Berkley Drift Walker. This bait comes in ten colors… [Continue Reading]

21 Signs That You Are Addicted To Fly Fishing

August 2, 2011 by ·

Definitely Addicted

There are two types of people when it comes to fly fishing. First, you have the folks who try it out a few times, maybe even buy a rig, and go occasionally. These are your casual fly fisherman, and let me just say, there is absolutely nothing wrong with that.

But there is something that happens to a few of us where it becomes a little more than just a hobby—it crosses right over into the crazy. If you’ve been wondering if you’ve made the change to this type of fly fisherman, then check yourself against this list. There is no 12 step program or support group for the addicted—the only prescription is more fly fishing! [Read more…]

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How To Tie A Carolina Rig

August 1, 2011 by ·

Carolina Rig

We’ve had some great questions coming from our readers including the subject of today’s article. “How do you tie a Carolina rig?” The c-rig or ball and chain, as it is often referred to, has been around for decades and still catches fish consistently. There have been a lot of variations and, in my opinion, some great improvements over the years which we’ll discuss later. First let’s look at how to tie this rig. [Read more…]

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Pond Scum Of The Month July 2011

July 31, 2011 by ·

Sorry gang, I know that it’s late in the month but we’re still going to present this months “Pond Scum of the Month” award. And the winner is “Rapidfirous Scattergunameoba” or, RS for short. This particular strain of pond scum is absolutely harmless to anyone. If fact, it is amusing to watch as it skitters all over the water in the attempt to become productive without ever thinking that it’s behavior is precisely what prevents it from doing just that.   [Read more…]

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Lowrance Elite-5 Fishfinder

July 28, 2011 by ·

When it comes to fishing electronics, I am of the opinion that less happens to be more. By less, I mean less total gear. Combining multi-functionality in a simple package, as opposed to having several different pieces of equipment on your boat is ideal.

Now, there are several units like this on the market, but it can be difficult to figure out which one to get. It can also be a challenge to find one that does everything well. This is exactly where the Lowrance Elite-5 Fishfinder comes into play. [Read more…]

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ICAST 2011 Wrap Up

July 26, 2011 by ·

So now that ICAST 2011 is over and the dust has settled, what did we take away from all that we’ve seen? A few things stand out in my mind.

The first being, it wasn’t all that long ago when the idea of having a premium casting reel weighing less than 7 ounces, at a reasonable price was nothing more than a wish or a rumor. Add all the new offerings that will soon be available and it is now a reality. Not only that but the choices of gear ratio, right or left hand retrieve and line capacities has never been greater. There will be no reason to settle for anything considering all the options that will soon be on store shelves everywhere.  [Read more…]

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ICAST 2011 Winners

July 25, 2011 by ·

Now that we’ve given you a brief overview of some of the new gear that was presented at  ICAST, here is a list of the winners and in what category they garnered their award.

ICAST Overall Best of Show Winner, Berkley’s Nanofil line. It also took home the honors in the Best Line Category, a double winner!

Winner, Best of Show -Boat …  Hobie Cat’s new Mirage Revolution 11. This Kayak is shorter, lighter and can go into tighter spaces than the original Mirage. It still has the pedal system and other features specifically for anglers.  [Read more…]

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ICAST 2011: Lucky Craft

July 25, 2011 by ·

Lucky Craft seems to come up with new products every year that are well thought out and fit a niche that anglers are looking for. This year they are introducing two new shallow running crankbaits that will fit specific conditions. The first being the 0.5, which is a very small crank for when the fish are chasing new hatched shad or for heavily pressured water when they are skittish. [Read more…]

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ICAST 2011: Sebile

July 23, 2011 by ·

Sebile is introducing a new bait called the D&S crankbait. This is a deep diving crank with an unusual hook configuration. Typically, cranks have two treble hooks dangling from the belly and butt of the bait. In the case of the D&S, there is a single, wide-gap worm style hook that is attached to the interior of the belly pointing upward but with the hook point in line with the butt of the bait. [Read more…]

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ICAST 2011: Optimum Baits

July 23, 2011 by ·

The big news from Optimum this year is the BLT series Top Of The Line Swimbait. Optimum has been producing swimbaits for a number of years in various configurations and this one is designed for when you don’t want a hook below the bait.   [Read more…]

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ICAST 2011: Rapala

July 23, 2011 by ·

Rapala is expanding their colors this year, particularly the craw colors. They have launched the molting craw colors in several of their popular cranks as well as a new size in the Clackin’ Crank series. The new 55 square bill crank will give you that one knocker sound in a shallow running, square bill crankbait. This lure should excel in off colored water as well as spring time when the bass can be keying on smaller baitfish.  [Read more…]

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