One of the most important things that affects casting distance is your fishing line. Choosing the right fishing line will greatly increase the range of your casts. Two factors when considering a choice of lines for casting are memory and diameter. Fishing line that is both limp and thin (small diameter) is ideal because it …
If you’ve ever broken off a fish because of poor line selection, or from using old line, you may want to think about spooling a hundred yards, or so, of braided line onto your ultralight reel. Braided lines offer some of the highest levels of sensitivity of all the types of lines, incredibly thin diameters, …
Take a look at these incredibly beautiful fishing flies. Aren’t they just awesome? These are not the “match the hatch” type of flies, they are amazing pieces of art. They are tied by Mike Radencich, who has authored a few fly tying books and sells these beautiful flies on his website. Below are 10 of …
While the novelty lures below may not catch you any fish, they are definitely fun and are great conversation pieces. They also make great gifts for anyone that likes to fish. With Fathers Day, Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries and countless other gift-giving opportunities, this list will serve you well the next time you’re looking for something …
I have known for a while that the barometric pressure affects fishing, but I always forget how. Every time I want to use the barometric pressure to figure out how fishing will be, I had to spend a while researching the subject. NOT ANY MORE! I put together a cheat sheet that I will start …
What are the benefits of fly fishing? What are the disadvantages of fly fishing? Those questions where whirling around in my head so I decided to make a list of the pros and cons of fly fishing in comparison to spin fishing for anyone else wondering the same. I also recommend reading this article to …
While we may not yet understand the full effects of climate change today, its impact is undeniable. Dramatic changes in temperature, weather patterns and geographic features have tremendous ripple effects on many industries. Climate change directly impacts fish populations and migration patterns making it more challenging to locate and catch fish. Read on to learn …
Fishing can be a sustainable and eco-friendly activity if it’s done responsibly. By following these tips, you can help reduce your impact on the environment and make your fishing trips more sustainable. Conserving energy, packing your food in reusable containers, and bringing a cloth bag to carry your fish in are all great ways to …
The great outdoors is a wonderful place to spend some time, and there’s no better way to experience it than by fishing! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, the trends for 2022 are sure to get you excited about your next fishing trip. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at …
It’s a beautiful day and you’ve finally got some time to go fishing. You park your truck, get your gear together, and head down to the water. The sun is shining and the birds are singing – it’s perfect. After dropping your line in the water, you notice that the fish aren’t biting as well …