For streams and rivers, the Panther Martin Holographic Spinner and Worden's Rooster Tail cover most trout situations with proven in-line action. For big water and trophy browns, jerkbaits like the ...

My first pair of wading boots lasted me over five years. When I hung them up for good, the re-glued soles were falling off again. But I was a broke college grad who thought money could be better spent ...

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, ...

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Benchmade knives have long been a staple for hunters, anglers, and outdoorsmen. The Oregon-based company makes quality blades that are sharp, versatile, and durable. The number one gripe people have ...

Fly anglers love studying aquatic insects because imitating those bugs is how they catch fish. And while the world of aquatic insects is vast and can be extremely complex, the basics are simple. Four ...

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I’ve spent my fair share of time navigating through wild spaces in the hours between sundown and sunrise. My earliest experiences were as a youngster shuffling through the woods, struggling to keep ...

For the best all-around deer rifle built to last a lifetime, the Wilson Combat NULA Model 20 leads the pack. Hunters wanting a strong new entry should look at the Weatherby Backcountry Guide Ti.

It doesn’t matter what outdoor activity I’m doing; I always pack a headlamp. Choosing the right hands-free light may seem like an easy task—just pick the brightest, right? However, there are a lot of ...

A young waterfowling friend recently got a German shorthair and asked me what kind of upland shotgun he should buy so he could take his dog hunting. I said, “That’s the wrong question. You’ve already ...

It’s been refreshing the past couple years to see crossbow makers shift their focus away from the speed-at-all cost race and instead toward models that are stronger, more accurate, and easier to ...