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Why a Waterproof Backpack Is Essential for Fly Fishing Adventures
Fly fishing demands gear that withstands the elements, and one piece of equipment proves indispensable: a waterproof backpack. Whether braving the Alaskan wilderness or navigating Cape Cod’s tidal flats, this type of backpack ensures that essential items stay safe and …
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How Much Leader and Tippet Brands Really Matter
The question of whether leader and tippet brands truly impact fishing success is one that frequently surfaces in the angling community. Many anglers develop a strong brand loyalty, often sticking to a preferred brand based on reliability, personal experience, or …
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Learn About the Mono Rig and Maybe Why Fly Line Sucks
The Mono Rig technique for fly fishing has gained significant attention, challenging conventional methods for presenting nymphs and streamers to trout. This setup uses a lengthy monofilament leader—often with butt sections of 20 feet or more—as an alternative to traditional …
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How to Tie the Double San Diego Jam Knot
While there seems to be an endless amount of knots available to anglers, there are a few everyone should know. The San Diego Jam Knot is one that all anglers need in their arsenal, so learn out to tie it …
5 Great Tips for Redfish Fly Angling
While most anglers use fly rods for freshwater fishing, angling in saltwater with a fly rod can open up a whole new world. One of the best fish to go for when first fly fishing on saltwater is redfish. Learn …
3 Baits You Need to Try for Florida Bass Fishing in January
When bass fishing in Florida the choice of baits can seem daunting, but here are three lures that are sure to land some fish. Check out this video below and learn about three baits that will land fish in any …
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How to Set Up Your Ice Fishing Sled the Right Way
Winter is nearly upon is and with it comes the opportunity to go ice fishing. While many anglers have all the necessary gear, transporting across the it can be hard. Learn how to get all your gear to the fishing …
Don’t Let Your Tackle Get Rusty
As the summer and fall fishing seasons come to a close, many anglers take to organizing and cleaning their tackle. Learn how to eliminate rust from your tackle in the short video below. Chances are you’re watching this and thinking, …
Do You Know the Egg Loop Knot?
While there seems to be more fishing knots than fish in the ocean, there are a select few that stand above the rest. Learn how to tie one of the better knots called the Egg Loop Knot in this short …
Baitshop Life’s Fishing Product of the Month for November 2023
Electric Fish Scaler It’s not a pretty job but someone has to do it. Make it easier with this electric fish scaler. The convenience of the portable, cordless design means that it can be used anywhere to quickly clean and …
Gear Review: Shimano Expride Rods
Shimano brings a new range of Expride rods out for 2022 and you won’t want to miss it. Watch as an angler tests a mix of light and heavy models of both the spin and baitcaster variety. As you just …
5 Bass Lures for Autumnal Angling
The season of fall is fully upon us and with it comes a necessary change in the lures used to catch big bass. Get the lowdown on what you should be throwing this autumn in the short video below. Great …