Author Archives: Baitshop Sarah

Teenager Achieves New West Virginia Record with Massive Tiger Trout Catch

March 11, 2024 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

In a remarkable feat, 16-year-old Nathan Smith from Burlington, W.Va., has secured the title of the new state record holder for tiger trout in West Virginia. The impressive catch took place on a Saturday morning at New Creek Dam Site …

Evaluating Knot Strength and Its Significance

March 11, 2024 | 🪝 Fishing Knots | Baitshop Sarah

Knots carry with them a spectrum of opinions, experiences, and recommendations. Anglers often grapple with the decision to trust a knot based on personal trials and the guidance of others. In the age of easily accessible information, some anglers adopt …

Selecting the Perfect Surf Rod

February 25, 2024 | 🪝 Fishing Rods | Baitshop Sarah

Discover the art of choosing a surf rod that caters to your unique style of surfcasting. Largemouth bass fishermen often evoke a sense of envy with their bedazzled boats and an array of rods tailored to specific lures. The dream …

Mastering the Art of Fishing Reel Lubrication

February 25, 2024 | 🪝 Fishing Reels | Baitshop Sarah

Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, understanding how to lubricate a fishing reel is crucial for its optimal performance and longevity. In this ultimate guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about lubricating your fishing …

Mastering Trout Fishing with Casting Bubbles

February 25, 2024 | 🪝 Casting Techniques | Baitshop Sarah

Trout fishing, especially in streams and rivers, often demands finesse due to the small prey items that make up their diet. Fly fishing has traditionally been the preferred technique, but it comes with its challenges. The delicate flies and lures …

Football Jigs Gear Guide

February 25, 2024 | 🪝 Artificial Lures | Baitshop Sarah

The football jig stands out as a year-round, versatile lure for anglers across various fishing scenarios. With its unparalleled adaptability mimicking crawdads, it appeals to both pros and casual fishermen. This guide offers detailed gear recommendations, modifications, rigging techniques, and …

Master Fishing Rod Grips and Handles with this Guide

February 21, 2024 | 🪝 Fishing Rods | Baitshop Sarah

Embark on your angling journey, whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner, by delving into the intricate world of fishing rod grips and handles. This comprehensive guide, your gateway to understanding the nuances of grip types, handle materials, and …

Should You Wear a Lifejacket While Angling

February 21, 2024 | 🪝 Equipment Safety | Baitshop Sarah

Fishing enthusiasts, let’s talk about a crucial aspect often overlooked—your safety on the water. Recent incidents have brought to light the importance of life jackets, and we want to stress the significance of incorporating safety measures into your fishing routine. …

Optimal Soft Plastic Lure Color for Bass Fishing: Insights from Coach Buck Buchanan

February 19, 2024 | 🪝 Artificial Lures | Baitshop Sarah

Discover the strategic bass fishing approach that led an Arkansas football coach and seasoned angler, Buck Buchanan, to keep a tackle box labeled “TD Junebug” on his fishing boat, centered around the 6-inch YUM Thump’N Dinger. Buchanan, the head football …

Maryland State Record Rainbow Trout Hooked by Montgomery County Angler

February 19, 2024 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

In a remarkable feat, Jean-Philippe Lartigue from Bethesda has clinched the title of the new state record holder for rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) in the Nontidal Division, as officially recognized by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Lartigue’s extraordinary catch, …