Look, I know how this probably sounds – This person works for a fishing company and is obligated to promote the fishing products they sell… Sure, this is 100% true. If I want to keep the paychecks rolling in, I better continue to do my job and follow direction.. However, NO ONE told me to write this article, I’m putting …
No More Birdsnests! How To Avoid Backlashes With A Baitcaster Reel
Fishing with a baitcaster allows you to make the most accurate casts of any type of reel. However picking out backlashes in a baitcaster can be frustrating enough to cause some anglers to quit using the reels. Backlashes occur when your lure slows down during or after a cast, but the spool keeps spinning, which results in a tangled mess …
Fishing On A Budget: Cost-Effective Methods For Catching Bass
I like bass fishing almost as much as I like keeping money in my wallet. Fishing is my hobby, my passion, and undoubtedly my favorite way to spend time. But lures are expensive and I’m not made of money. I’m always hunting for ways to save money that get me fishing. I think every angler is. Today, we’re focusing on …
Balance is KEY! Matching The Right Size Spinning Reel With The Right Size Rod
A spinning reel ranks as my top choice for pursuing a variety of freshwater game fish because of the wide range of reel sizes available. I can match a small reel with an ultralight rod for trout and panfish or I can opt for a mega-sized reel matched with a big surf rod for chasing trophy catfish. Reels generally are …
How To Spool A Baitcaster: A Beginner’s First Steps
A baitcast reel is the hardest reel for a beginner to learn to cast without backlashing. However, beginners will be glad to know that it is much easier to spool line on a baitcaster than on a spinning or spincast reel. The main consideration when spooling a baitcaster is the line size and type of line you will be adding …