I was recently asked by a reader to recommend an all-around saltwater fishing rod, not too expensive. Well, an all-around rod can be compared to an all-around golf club. To do things right, you need a ...

Hello everyone, This week we have a very informative video for you on how to choose a fishing rod. Often when you go to the ...

Crankbait fishing benefits from a technique-specific rod design more than most other techniques. In general, a good crankbait rod includes deep flex and forgiving action, but enough sensitivity to ...

I winced when I realized another giant black drum had my rod doubled over. Not that I have anything against catching these lumbering bottom feeders, but I was justifiably concerned that my light ...

There's one thing crankbait rods for bass all have in common—a parabolic bend. That flex, which is described as a slow or moderate action, stretches from tip to handle. It creates long casts, controls ...

Every angler needs a rod and reel, but knowing what to get can be daunting. Sporting goods stores have vast selections of rods and reels. There are baitcasting reels bearing a dizzying array of ...

In many ways, baitcasting rods are the foundation of bass fishing equipment. Besides finesse fishing and a few other techniques, almost all largemouth and smallmouth fishing is done with a casting rod ...

Imagine, just for a moment, that you’re standing on the edge of a quiet and serene lake. It’s the early morning; there’s no one else around, and for a brief moment in time, it’s just you, the trees, ...

Looking to upgrade your bottom-fishing setup? Learn which combos and tackle excel for snapper season. The post Bottom-Fishing Tackle Built for Snapper Season appeared first on Salt Water Sportsman.

There are as many types of fishing reels as there are types of fishing. Big, small, fast, slow, spinning, baitcasting, trolling and jigging-there's a reel for every type of angler. Before asking what ...

Carp are an afterthought to many anglers, but their massive size and elusive behavior make them a fun species to target with rod and reel. Jordan Rodriguez Many local fisheries are loaded with carp, ...