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Ice Fishing Fundamentals: How Tip-Ups Work and Why They Matter
Tip-up fishing is one of the most effective and time-tested methods used on frozen lakes, especially when targeting large, cold-water predators like northern pike, lake trout, and even perch. While the setup may appear simple at first glance, experienced ice …
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Choosing the Right Fishing Line for Ice Fishing Success
When ice fishing season arrives, most anglers focus on rods, reels, and electronics. One critical piece of gear often overlooked is fishing line. Cold temperatures, icy water, and finicky winter fish place unique demands on line performance. Choosing the right …
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10 Ice Fishing Essentials Anglers Often Leave Behind
Ice fishing has a way of making anglers feel prepared. The auger is sharp, the rods are rigged, and the bait is ready. Yet many ice fishing trips still get cut short or become uncomfortable—not because the fish stop biting, …
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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 …
Tools You Need When Pike Fishing
When fishing for pike many overlook the tools needed to safely land and ultimately release these fish. Besides the obvious net, learn about what other tools come in handy when angling for pike. As you just saw there are many …
Baitshop Life’s Fishing Product of the Month for October 2022
Cool fishing products are definitely fun to find. Below is one of the most convenient products we have found this month. Check it out, and let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
How to Attaching Fishing Bait with a Hook
Learn how to attach fishing bait with a hook using this unique knot. It will help give you the edge when angling with live baits on the water. Did you see how simple tying that knot was? It was easy …
What You Need to Know About Fishing Hats
While many might over look the hat as part of a fishing setup, it’s an integral part of an angler’s gear. Get the low down on what fishing hats to wear and which ones are pointless in the short video …
Start Tying the Best Knots for Artificial Lures
Most anglers out there have an arsenal of fishing knots at their disposal, but knowing when to use any given knot is the key to having this knowledge. Below you’ll get a good look at which knots to use for …
3 of the Worst Bass Lures to Use in September
As the summer season comes to a close bass anglers will need to change up what lures they are throwing. Below is a video documenting the three lures you do not want to use in September. As mentioned in the …














