Tackle and Gear

Urchin baits get destroyed in standard tackle trays — the tentacles get crushed, bent, and deformed before you make a cast. The Evolution Creature Keeper solves that with a wire-through system that keeps every bait hanging freely and tournament …

BFS is not a replacement for spinning gear — it never was. Both systems have situations where one clearly outperforms the other. This guide cuts through the collector hype and breaks down exactly where each tool makes you a more efficient angle …

Scent can be the final trigger. Scent is often the final trigger. The right attractant masks human odor, mimics natural forage, and makes fish commit when they’re on the fence. This guide covers the best options across bass, crappie, panfish, t …

Few techniques match the rush of a bass crushing a lure on the surface. Topwater baits call fish up, cover water fast, and produce big bites in shallow water. This guide highlights reliable walkers, poppers, frogs, prop baits, and buzzbaits. I explai …

Walleye have some of the most studied vision of any freshwater gamefish — and knowing how they see color gives you a real edge. This guide breaks down the science of walleye vision, the three key factors that drive color selection, and a clear …

Here’s the problem most anglers run into with braid: you buy a spool of PowerPro braid, put it on your reel, and suddenly your spinning reel starts throwing wind knots—or your baitcaster starts getting braid dig-in after a hard hookset. I …

If you’ve ever stared at a wall of braid options and thought, “Okay… which PowerPro braid is actually right for me?” you’re not alone. PowerPro makes multiple braided fishing lines that excel in different conditions&mda …

Options for storing fishing tackle abound these days, with quite literally hundreds of options for keeping your favorite fishing gear organized, protected, and accessible. But it helps to understand what options exist and then set up a storage soluti …

Big cats punish bad reels. Blues torch long runs, channels peck then surge, and flatheads lean into structure until gears cry uncle. Your reel has to start smooth, stay smooth, and hold steady pressure with heavy line and big sinkers—no hiccups …

Catfish hit hard and shake hooks at the net. The right catfish hook keeps steady pressure and lands more fish. I cover the best catfish hooks for circle and J styles, explain hook size, and match each model to rigs, baits, and species. Use the callou …

Saltwater braid must cast far, resist abrasion, and hold knots under heavy drag. I fish braid for inshore trout and redfish, surf stripers, and offshore mahi and tuna. This guide explains what to look for in saltwater braid, then reviews five proven …

Lake Okeechobee is shallow, weedy, and full of bass that live in grass mats, reed heads, and eelgrass lanes. The lake rewards strong pattern fishing and clean presentations in cover. This guide shows the best bass lures for Lake Okeechobee and explai …