I have developed an incredible effective technique for fishing in lakes and reservoirs for spawning rainbow trout. Every spring between the beginning of May and the end of June (in my area) the rainbow trout cruise the shore in large groups looking to spawn. This is my favorite time of year to fish, because the …
As we all know, fishermen aren’t the best at making estimations when it comes to the weight of fish. Or maybe you can’t trust the size and weight of the fish they report (especially if it was released) as they might be exaggerating. So, I decided to help. I’m posting a fish weight estimation formula …
If you are wanting to catch more fish every time you head out to the water, so make sure you have the right gear to give you the best odds. To help you out, here are five key lures that you are going to want to make sure you have in your tackle box. In …
Like most outdoor sports, fishing prevents its fair share of hazards to prepare for. Experienced anglers know to consider the hazards that come with weather, water and equipment. But what about fish? While most fish are harmless, there are a few that can be dangerous if mishandled. In this blog post, we’ll take a look …
Don’t let the name fool you, ultralight fishing is much bigger than its title leads you to believe. The term “ultralight fishing” comes from the type, and size of the rods and reels that are used when you are out on the water. In general, ultralight fishing rods and reels are much smaller than what …
When fishing In fast moving water like what you might find in rivers and streams, the fish are usually hugging the bottom where the current is not so strong. The biggest problem is: many anglers don’t get their lures or baits deep enough to get many strikes. The lures/baits hover way above the where the …
The fishing hook is one of the most important parts of your whole fishing set-up. It’s the part that connects you to the fish. You cannot have your fishing hook fail. If it does, you will fail to land the fish. I can’t tell you how many times I have lost fish due to from …
Catching the Big One with Ultralight Tackle: Is it Possible? You’re prepping for a great day of fishing and you want to bring home something impressive. Beginners just transitioning to ultralight fishing and seasoned anglers alike may be tempted to pack their strongest gear, thickest braided line and biggest bait. But is that the right …
There are a lot of options and a lot of considerations when shopping for a new fishing rod. If strength is what you seek, consider these fine recommendations. Update: Our 2025 TOP picks Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Reel and Fishing Rod Combo Ugly Stik GX2 Casting Fishing Rod Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Fishing Rod 1. …
Finding fish is one of the biggest problems anglers have. It doesn’t have to be such a huge issue, though, because I’ve learned over the years that there are certain things to look out for when you’re trying to figure out what the fish are doing underneath the water and you don’t have a fish …