Outside the dog days of summer (and sometimes during), fly anglers almost always wear waders. Besides rods, reels, and flies, waders are arguably the most important piece of gear a fly angler will own ...

Selecting a bait for trout isn’t rocket science. They like garden worms, mealworms, wax worms, and nightcrawlers. Salmon eggs score big, as do all of the synthetic dough baits on the market these days ...

There have never been so many rifles on the market—in so many price ranges—that are precise enough for long-distance shooting. Triggers, optics, factory ammunition, and bullet design have all gotten ...

Fishing sunglasses serve several key functions, helping you catch fish while staying safe and comfortable on the water. Not only do they provide UV and sun protection, but if you get a polarized pair, ...

Casting reels are the foundation of many bass fishing setups. And you can do a lot with a good baitcaster, from skipping jigs to bombing frogs to winding spinnerbaits to winching in crankbaits. And ...

Shopping for a rod and reel can be a bit of a guessing game if you buy them separately. What size spinning reel do you need for each rod? And which action and power rod do you need for specific ...

Targeting bass with giant glide baits continues to grow in popularity. What used to be a niche technique practiced mostly by West Coast anglers is now mainstream across the country. Traditionally, ...

Choosing the fluorocarbon line for your style of fishing is not as complicated as you might think. There is a lot of hype and stigma around fluorocarbon, but really it’s a pretty uncomplicated fishing ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more These baits are collectively called Senkos by most anglers, though a Senko is technically ...

I’ve got a few tattoos, one of which is a trout—a big hook-jaw brown on my leg. It’s fair to say that trout are my favorite freshwater species, and I’ve been fishing for them since I was a wee tiny ...

Automatic knives are kind of like the Hair Metal of EDC knives. They’re glitzy, menacing, and a little cringe-worthy. Yet, there’s also something endearing about them, like they came from a less ...

The best way to describe walleye is fickle—so it’s no wonder finding good walleye lures feels so difficult. When targeting these picky predators, it’s often feast or famine for anglers. There’s almost ...