Todd Spangler’s 12lb, 8-ounce speckled trout caught on February 9th, 2022, near the mouth of the Neuse River, is the official North Carolina state record. While fishing with a buddy and using his homemade rod, Todd initially thought he hooked into a hard-fighting striped bass before getting a glimpse of the 33.5-inch speckled trout. The fellas measured the catch once …
Saltwater Fishing Spoons: 4 Tips Every Inshore Angler Needs To Know
Spoons are among the most versatile lures in existence and they are flat-out deadly in saltwater. The way spoons swim and reflect light is a trigger for a huge variety of species and you can effectively catch everything from salmon in the Pacific to Striped bass in the Atlantic. Troll them, cast them and fish from a boat or the …
Saltwater Fishing Gear: 10 Inshore Essentials Every Anglers Needs
You really don’t need much to get started with inshore fishing. These simple items are available at most tackle shops and they will get you started without loading a truck full of gear. Build a gear system, experiment with different lures and baits, and get busy catching fish. Quality Rod The number of quality rods at affordable prices makes it …
Two Must Have Soft Plastics For Inshore Saltwater Fishing
We all love those explosive topwater strikes and feeding frenzies that make fish reckless but the fish aren’t always out for blood. Sometimes, a more subtle and technical approach is required to move the needle. Calm days with scattered bait and little action can leave anglers wondering what will get the job done. Taking a technical approach with soft baits …
Saltwater Angler: 7 Minute Brackish Water Beatdown (Mixed Bag)
Brant from AnglerUp brings us on a brackish water adventure where he cruises around catching redfish and… well, I can’t say. You’ll have to watch the video to find out. I can say that Brant uses baits featured in a recent Mystery Tackle Box Pro while changing locations and his presentation on the fly. He’s joined by cameraman Ron, who shows up what looks …
The All-New 3.5″ Eeliminator From GameChanger Lures
A little over a year a go we started working with legendary lure designer Steve Parks to develop what is now the GameChanger Lures Eeliminator. A slender baitfish profile is paired together with a gently tapering tail end that is finished off with a patented range flange. The 4.5″ version has been a smashing success, with anglers rating it a …
How To Use A Sabiki Rig
A Sabiki Rig is, most usually, one line with a heavy weight attached to the bottom. Above the weight is somewhere between 6 and 10 hooks with a shiny piece of metal attached. The metal sways and swerves in water while the weight is lowered, driving baitfish to strike! The Sabiki Rig is one of the best ways to load …
Gigantic Tarpon Attempts To Eat Man’s Entire Arm
NOPE. Nope. nope. I know tarpon don’t have teeth, but they do have powerful jaws and huge mouths that allow them to swallow fish in one gulp that are DEFINITELY bigger than my hand. In this Instagram video from Scottyjrfishing, his buddy Luke sticks his arm out to offer a tarpon a snack, and nearly becomes a real life Jonah …
Inshore Fishing Tips: When & Where To Slow It Down
In the coolest, windy spring weather, inshore bait and sportfish slow down. Cold water and unstable weather grips the environment, and that can greatly affect fish and fishing. So one of the most important inshore fishing tips is to beware of your lure/bait presentations, and consider targeting inshore area waters that you otherwise might by-pass during other times of year. …