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April 8, 2015

Line Watching On The Ice

Line watching has been a great way of detecting strikes in many types of fishing. It can be tricky at times, and especially when ice fishing with different light conditions.Straight-line fishing has a couple of detection times. The early one is when the line is seen to do something different, such as stop as it is going down, moving to the side, or a slight twitch downward and/or upward.

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October 18, 2002
Winter Fishing Expo

Winter Bass Fishing Fix

Ok, the forecast calls for lows in the 20's and highs in the 30's. Winds will be 15-25 mph. Unless you are really on a great pattern and catching lots of bass fish or you have a tournament to fish, chances are you'd rather stay in the warm confines of your home than be out on the water. I know I would..
April 8, 2015

Line Watching On The Ice

Line watching has been a great way of detecting strikes in many types of fishing. It can be tricky at times, and especially when ice fishing with different light conditions.Straight-line fishing has a couple of detection times. The early one is when the line is seen to do something different, such as stop as it is going down, moving to the side, or a slight twitch downward and/or upward.
October 29, 2018
Winterize Your Motor

How To Winterize Your Outboard [VIDEO]

If you are like me, ready to embark on hunting season now that it feels more like hunting season, you need to remember to take care of your boats and watercraft before it gets much colder.
February 8, 2011

Things You Should Do in the Winter

Northerners, there’s nothing worse than watching the winter weather come rolling through, freezing up the lakes and preventing you from doing what you love, bass fishing. But rather than curse the weather or wish we were moving down south, why not take some time to prepare for next year.
June 22, 2016

Drop Shot Fishing Tips [VIDEO]

Drop shotting in the post spawn is a great way to catch bass that are around blue gill beds or guarding fry.  It also makes for a great follow up bait when you're fishing topwater lures shallow.  Here's some drop shot fishing tips that will help you make the right presentation at this time of year.

April 25, 2016
Bank Fishing From Bank

Bass Anglers Guide to Bank Fishing

Bank fishing or as some call it shore fishing, is where most of us started out fishing as kids. Today more fishing tips and techniques are targeting anglers who fish from a bass boat, than from the bank. It’s pretty safe to say that not every fishing enthusiast owns a boat, or even knows someone that owns a boat.
June 6, 2016

How to Trick Out a Popper [VIDEO]

Topwater lures are one of the most fun lures you can fish with.  There's nothing like watching a bass leap out of the water to grab one.  Even the most subtle strikes can get your heart pumping.  In this video, Brendan shares some tips for modifying a popper.  
February 23, 2011
Basic Hook Selection for Finesse Bass Fishing

CAPTAIN HOOK Basic Hook Selection for Finesse Bass Fishing

When I first started fishing about six years ago, I would walk into a tackle shop and be overwhelmed by the incredible variety of hooks that were on display. At the time I was fishing mostly with plastic worms and had little knowledge of the basic hooks and how they were used with different lures and presentations.

January 12, 2002
Spinnerbait and Buzzbait Tips

Spinnerbaits and Buzzbaits: Where When and How

When I saw my first spinnerbait, I found myself asking, "what kind of fish would be stupid enough to strike at a lure like this?" It did not take too long for me to find out! The next day I caught a largemouth bass around 2 pounds and was hooked on the concept. Spinnerbaits come in many forms. 

March 4, 2023
Fishing Electronics

Forward-Facing Sonar, Traditional and Imaging Systems Explained

Are you ready to take your fishing game to the next level? If so, you'll want to know about the different types of sonar technology available. Traditional sonar, down imaging, side imaging, 360 imaging, and forward-facing sonar all have their unique benefits and uses.
December 22, 2001

Why Polarized Sunglasses?

Polorized sunglasses?  Chances are, every serious fisher-person south of Canada either owns or has heard of these miracle shades that let you see into the water. Polarized sunglasses have become more of a phenomenon, than just a way to block out the sun.