Real world tips and information about all things fishing
Ask a group of anglers if they troll with spinning reels and you might get a few scoffs and some sideway looks. But there will be plenty of sheepish nods in there too. When it comes to trolling, spinning reels often get a bad wrap and are seen as tools […]
It’s not uncommon to see a bass fisherman with at least half a dozen rods stacked in the bottom of their boat for a single day on the lake. The reason for that is simple. Each rod is tailored towards a specific technique and rigged with a different lure. That […]
Anyone who ends up with a tangled fishing rig or a matted ball of line on their reel can attest to the frustration of line twist. So, naturally most anglers look to the swivel to solve all their woes. But unfortunately that means swivels get tied on in places […]
Go to your local sporting goods store, look at all the rod options and tell me you don’t sometimes get overwhelmed with indecision. We often do too. That’s because picking out a good rod is like making a new friend. You shake hands, size each other up and hope […]
A zero fish day is a frustration we don’t wish on any of our fellow ice anglers. It’s a painful failure that leaves you wondering what went wrong. Trust me, we’ve been there. Yet, consistently catching limits of fish through the ice takes more than luck. It takes good planning, […]
Without a doubt, quality matters when it comes to ice fishing gear. After all, it has to handle brutal conditions while still performing flawlessly every time. One piece of gear that takes the brunt of our abuses and is vital for fishing success is our rods. Ice fishing rods are […]
As avid anglers, Joshua and Kendle spend their days exploring the waters of the Pacific Northwest and aim to teach others the joy of fishing.
