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Fisherman Sets Record on 9/11 Anniversary

October 1, 2025 | Baitshop Rob

Jeff Kolodzinski, known as the “Marathon Man,” set another 24-hour fishing record on September 11 in Spring Lake, Illinois. The final tally was 2,977 fish, breaking his previous record of 2,143 fish. This impressive feat was achieved through dedication and …

Wisconsin’s New Muskie Record Shattered: A 56-Inch Giant

September 21, 2025 | Baitshop Garrett

A remarkable catch has been made on Green Bay, Wisconsin, as guide Jeff Van Remortel landed a 56-inch muskie that has set a new state record for catch-and-release fishing. The impressive fish measured 26 inches in girth and was caught …

Monstrous Cobia Sets New World Record

September 17, 2025 | Baitshop Rob

A stunning 175-pound cobia caught off the coast of Perth, Australia has shattered the previous IGFA all-tackle world record by a whopping 40 pounds. The incredible catch was made by 18-year-old angler Koby Duncan while fishing with his friends on …

The Incredible Journey of a Record-Breaking Blue Catfish

September 8, 2025 | Baitshop Brandy

In a remarkable turn of events, a blue catfish has made history by breaking West Virginia’s state records not once, not twice, but three times. This extraordinary fish has been caught multiple times by different anglers, each time setting a …

Alaskan Angler Sets Example with 325-Pound Halibut Catch-And-Release

August 31, 2025 | Baitshop Kelly

A Homer angler recently caught a lifetime fish, a 325-pound halibut, but instead of keeping it, he released it back into the water. Gary Walker, who had been trying to catch this fish for 43 years, believes in preserving large …

Maryland Anglers Chase State Fishing Records in 2025

August 31, 2025 | Baitshop Kevin

The pursuit of state fishing records is heating up in Maryland, with six new records already set in 2025. Anglers are leveraging Department of Natural Resources tools, adhering to regulations, and targeting prime locations to catch the biggest fish. Recent …

Kayak Angler Lands State Record Bowfin in Minnesota

August 27, 2025 | Baitshop Brandy

Ben Erb, a lifelong fisherman and fisheries biologist from Minnesota, has set a new state record for catch-and-release bowfin fishing. Erb caught a 31-inch bowfin in the Mississippi River while kayaking on a whim with his afternoon free. Initially, he …

Teen Angler’s Potential Record-Breaking-63-Pound Catch Sparks Excitement

August 21, 2025 | Baitshop Garrett

A 13-year-old angler from California may have just reeled in a world record-breaking catch. Julian Her caught a massive 63-pound white sea bass in Tomales Bay while fishing with his family. The impressive catch has sparked excitement among fishing enthusiasts, …

Record-Breaking Sockeye Run on the Kenai River

August 17, 2025 | Baitshop Kevin

The Kenai River is experiencing an exceptional season for sockeye salmon fishing, with a record-breaking number of fish making their way upstream. Over 200,000 reds have reached the Kenai River in just two days, with 107,787 counted on sonar on …

New Maryland State Record: False Albacore Caught Off Ocean City

July 30, 2025 | Baitshop Rob

A 22-year-old angler from Frederick County has set a new Maryland state record for false albacore, catching a 26.0-pound monster fish on July 20, 2025. Jack Dorman’s impressive catch surpassed the previous record of 23.5 pounds, which was set just …

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