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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]

Fly Fishing For Beginners: Understanding Fly Fishing Tackle Pt. I

June 10, 2011 by ·

It’s time again to return to our series on fly fishing for beginners, and today, we begin looking at fly fishing tackle.

When I first got started in the sport, so many elements of fly fishing seemed almost mystical. Besides casting (which we will be getting to soon, I promise!), fly fishing tackle seemed especially alien. It seemed like more of an art than anything else. If you are feeling this way as well, I don’t want you to worry—it really isn’t that difficult to get a handle on! [Read more…]

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Big Bite Baits Kriet Tail Worm

June 9, 2011 by ·

Today we’re going to look at a new worm from Big Bite Baits. This is the first experience we have had with this company’s products and for our first review on their baits we picked up some Kriet Tail Worms. These worms are available in 6 and 10 inch versions with the 6 inch the one we decided to fish first. [Read more…]

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Toccoa River Fishing Report June 2011

June 8, 2011 by ·

The Toccoa River is often called Georgia’s best trout river. I don’t know if this is entirely true, but I have had some great success, and great trips on this river.

One of the things I like about this river is the diversity of the water. I have had equal success on the headwaters, and the tailwaters. I have also taken many visiting anglers to this river, and have found it a great place to teach beginners, and give more advanced anglers the shot at some big fish. [Read more…]

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The Revenge Buzzbait

June 6, 2011 by ·

Here we go again gang, let’s look at another summer time lure, the Revenge Buzzbait. Yes, summer time is buzzbait time. The trouble is that we are still waiting for summer around here.

Overnight temps as I write this are in the high 50’s. Considering it’s almost June, this is beyond cool, it is bordering on frigid. Anyway, let’s look at the Revenge and see how it stacks up against other lures in this genre. [Read more…]

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Small Stream Fishing On Wildcat Creek

June 2, 2011 by ·

On the recent Memorial Day Holiday, I decided to get out and do some fishing. I figured the big rivers were a bad choice—tubers, swimmers, and kayakers would be out in force. I was certainly right about that, as every bridge over a river revealed a ton of people enjoying the water.

On this holiday, as I do with most holidays, I decided I needed to get out…way out. WMA’s, or Wildlife Management Areas are typically my holiday fishing spot of choice. Most of the time, they are difficult to access, very remote, and not very well known. [Read more…]

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Poor Boys Baits Erie Darter

June 2, 2011 by ·

Today let’s look at a new bait from Poor Boys named the Erie Darter. The first time I saw this soft plastic lure I was thinking in terms of how I could rig it. At 4 inches in length I was thinking about using it on a drop-shot rig or possibly a darter head or some other type of jig head. [Read more…]

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Kevin VanDam Line And Lure Conditioner

May 31, 2011 by ·

Today let’s talk about one of those annoying maintenance items that is as far from sexy as you get when it comes to the items you carry in your tackle box – line conditioner. My personal preference for this item is KVD line conditioner. While it wasn’t the first, in my opinion, it is the best. [Read more…]

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Pond Scum Of The Month May 2011

May 26, 2011 by ·

Here at Man Versus Fish, we understand that there are many ways and means to use a body of water. In fact we totally get that, and condone it. From camping to boating, hiking and a little family fun time, to us, it’s all good.

Except when people are disrespectful. [Read more…]

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Attrax Mystic Frog

May 25, 2011 by ·

Today we’re going to look at another frog bait. I know that we have done a couple of these lately but that is because this is the time of year when this genre of lures is at it’s most effective. From now until late summer, there is a good chance that you will have some great days on the water throwing some kind of frog bait. [Read more…]

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Steven Tyler And American Idol Cause Shortages For Fly Tiers

May 24, 2011 by ·

It is rare that pop culture and the world of fly fishing ever intersect, but that is exactly what is happening right now. Fly shops all over the country are having trouble keeping hackle in stock, and manufacturers are having even more trouble keeping up with the rising demand. [Read more…]

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