Author Archives: Baitshop Sarah

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, …

Essential Tips for Organizing Your Fly Boxes

February 14, 2024 | 🪝 Gear | Baitshop Sarah

When it comes to organizing your fly boxes, the options seem endless, from sorting by size, color, and pattern to considering imitations and stages. Let’s explore some key pointers to help you find the most effective method for your flies. …

7 Compelling Reasons to Invest in a Center Console Boat

February 14, 2024 | 🪝 Center Console Boats | Baitshop Sarah

Are you in the market for a new boat? If so, it’s time to consider the versatility and functionality of center consoles. These boats are not only favored by seasoned anglers but also appeal to first-time boaters and families alike. …

Top 25 Fly Patterns of All Time

February 4, 2024 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Sarah

If you’re a fly angler, you know the tough choices you have to make. With countless fly patterns out there, how do you pick the right ones? Look no further! Here are the top 25 fly patterns that have stood …

How to Master the Roll Cast When Fly Fishing

Learning how to roll cast is a fundamental lesson for novice fly anglers, but it’s a technique that seasoned anglers rely on in various situations. Whether you’re navigating tight spaces, avoiding obstacles on your back cast, or presenting a fly …