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GearWhy 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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GearHow 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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Baitshop LifeLearn 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 Make Your Own Fish Hook Removal Tool
While pliers or forceps are great tools to remove a hook from a fish’s mouth there is another tool that ever angler should consider using that does the job even better. Learn how to make this tool in the short …
Learn All About the Drop Shot Rig
The Drop Shot rig also known as the Bounce or Cannonball rig, is a great set up for fly anglers if you know how to use it. Learn more about how to set it up and how to fish with …
Catch More Fish Beach Fishing with this Bait Hack
Fishing on the beach presents many obstacles to anglers such as high winds and choppy surf, but there is one great setup to combat these elements. Learn all about a shrimp bait hack that will have you catching more fish …
Meet the New and Improved Flip Pallot Leader Wallet
The Flip Pallot Leader Wallet was first available to the public one year ago, and now the new model makes its debut. Check out how the best fishing leader tool ever made is now even better. As you just saw …
Tying the Hook Knot
Anglers are almost always looking for ways to get their lines in the water faster after breaks or snags and knots are a key part of getting any set up ready after a snafu. Below is a video that shows …
How to Fish with the Blazin Worm for Bass
While it seems like there’s an endless array of worms available for bass fishing there are only a select few worth their weight. Learn all about the Googan Blazin Worm below and be prepared to catch some big bass when …
Explaining What the Numbers on a Fishing Reel Mean
When selecting a new reel it’s important that you get one suited to your specific needs, and knowing what the numbers on a reel mean can help in that decision. Watch below as the numbers of a spinning reel are …
A Look at the Hottest Plastic Worm in Bass Fishing Today
Today there is a plethora of plastic worms available to bass anglers, but there is one that stands above the rest. The Zoom Z-Craw Worm is arguably the hottest plastic worm today as described by Randy Blaukat below. This worm …
Here’s a Great Fishing Knot You Need to Know
Anglers know there’s a lot of prep that goes into fishing, and knots is a huge part of getting ready. Take this opportunity to learn a new fishing knot that is both quick and easy to tie on the water …
Cody Hahner on How to Fish Jigs for Bass in Cold Water
Angler Cody Hahner has done his share of cold water bass fishing having grown up in Wisconsin. In the video below he discusses his technique for bass fishing when water temps are 40 or below. Since the fish are less …
