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Species Guides24 articles · Target the right fish
Techniques31 articles · Cast, retrieve, land
Gear Reviews18 articles · Rods, reels, lures
Conditions22 articles · Tides, weather, moon
Fishing Tips47 articles · From beginner to pro
Locations15 articles · Where to fish, now

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FISHING TIPS

How to Use a Carolina Rig: Cover More Water and Catch More Bass

Learn how to rig and fish a Carolina rig for bass. Covers component selection, leader length, best soft plastics, the sweeping drag technique and seasonal strategies.

Field guide
Tackle Team·Mar 28
FISHING TIPS

How to Use a Drop Shot Rig: The Finesse Technique That Wins Tournaments

Learn how to rig and fish a drop shot for bass. Covers hook placement, leader length, best soft plastics, the shake-in-place technique and when this rig dominates.

Field guide
Tackle Team·Mar 28
FISHING TIPS

How to Use Topwater Lures: Nothing Beats a Surface Explosion

Learn how to use topwater lures for bass. Covers poppers, walking baits, buzzbaits, frogs and prop baits with retrieval techniques, hookset timing and the best conditions.

Field guide
Tackle Team·Mar 28
FISHING TIPS

How to Use Soft Plastic Lures

Learn how to use soft plastic lures for bass. Covers every type from worms to creature baits, rigging options, color selection and the best models for every situation.

Field guide
Tackle Team·Mar 28
FISHING TIPS

How to Use Fishing Spoons

Learn how to use fishing spoons for bass and other gamefish. Covers casting spoons, jigging spoons, flutter spoons and weedless models with techniques for every season.

Field guide
Tackle Team·Mar 28
FISHING TIPS

How to Use a Ned Rig for Bass

Learn how to rig and fish a Ned rig for bass. Covers mushroom head jigs, the best soft plastics, why Z-Man ElaZtech dominates and when this technique catches fish that ignore everything else.

Field guide
Tackle Team·Mar 28

How to Catch Carp: Techniques That Actually Work

Learn how to catch carp using proven methods. Covers bait selection, rigging, gear setup and tactics for common, mirror and grass carp in lakes, rivers and ponds.

Field guide
Tackle Fishing Team·Mar 28

How to Catch Channel Catfish: Bank, Boat and Beyond

Learn how to catch channel catfish from the bank, boat or stocked pond. Covers best baits, rigs, seasonal patterns, night fishing and proven spots like tailraces and creek mouths.

Field guide
Tackle Fishing Team·Mar 28

How to Catch Mahi Mahi: Offshore Color and Chaos

Learn how to find and catch mahi mahi offshore. Covers trolling, casting to schools, gear setup, weed lines, bird activity and proven techniques for dolphin fishing.

Field guide
Tackle Fishing Team·Mar 28

How to Catch Trout: A Complete Guide for Every Skill Level

Learn how to catch trout in rivers, lakes and streams. Covers rainbow, brown and brook trout with proven techniques, best baits, gear setup and seasonal tactics.

Field guide
Tackle Fishing Team·Mar 28
FISHING TIPS

Baitcasting vs Spinning Reels: The Real Difference

A no-BS breakdown of baitcasting and spinning reels. When each one wins, when each one loses, and how to pick the right reel for your fishing style.

Deep dive
Tackle Fishing Team·Mar 28
FISHING TIPS

How to Use Crankbaits: The Only Guide You Need

Learn how to use crankbaits to catch more bass. Covers shallow, medium, and deep diving crankbaits plus lipless models with retrieval techniques, color selection, and gear setup.

Field guide
Tackle Fishing Team·Mar 28
FISHING TIPS

How to Use Spinnerbaits: A Complete Breakdown

Learn how to use spinnerbaits to catch bass in any condition. Covers blade types, retrieval techniques, color selection, trailer options, and gear setup with pro-level tips.

Field guide
Tackle Fishing Team·Mar 28
FISHING TIPS

How to Clean and Store Fishing Gear

- Lure Choice: Soft plastics like Zoom Super Fluke work well in various conditions. - Where to Fish: Target areas like drop-offs and weed lines.

Deep dive
Tackle Team·Jan 13
FISHING TIPS

Fishing Safety Tips: Essential Guide for Safe Angling

Best for: All skill levels What you need: Rod, reel, lure, safety gear DO THIS FIRST: Always wear a life jacket while fishing near or on the water.

Deep dive
Tackle Team·Jan 13
FISHING TIPS

How to Set Up a Fishing Rig: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Best for: Beginners to Intermediate Anglers What you need: Medium-action rod, spinning reel, 10-15 lb braided line, various lures

Deep dive
Tackle Team·Jan 13
FISHING TIPS

Best Fishing Baits for Freshwater: Complete Guide

- Lure/Bait Choice: Plastic worms, crankbaits, and jigs are top options. - Where to Fish It: Target areas with submerged structures like logs or weed beds.

Deep dive
Tackle Team·Jan 13
FISHING TIPS

How to Cast Accurately: Complete Guide to Precision Casting

Casting accurately is the cornerstone of successful fishing, whether you're angling for bass in freshwater lakes or chasing redfish along coastal flats....

Deep dive
Tackle Team·Jan 13
FISHING TIPS

Fishing Rod Selection Guide: How to Choose the Right Rod

- Lure/Bait Choice: Soft plastics like Zoom Super Fluke for versatility. - Where to Fish It: Near structures like docks and drop-offs.

Deep dive
Tackle Team·Jan 13
FISHING TIPS

How to Read Water for Fishing (Find Fish Fast)

Best for: All skill levels What you need: Medium-action rod, 12-pound test line, assortment of lures, polarized sunglasses DO THIS FIRST: Identify key...

Deep dive
Tackle Team·Jan 13
FISHING TIPS

Best Time to Fish: Complete Guide for Maximum Success

- Lure/Bait Choice: Use soft plastics like the Berkley Gulp! Shrimp in natural colors. - Where to Fish: Target areas with structure such as docks or...

Deep dive
Tackle Team·Jan 13
FISHING TIPS

How to Choose Fishing Line: Complete Guide for Every Angler

Best for: All skill levels What you need: Rod, reel, selection of lines, lures DO THIS FIRST: Match your line type to your target species and fishing...

Deep dive
Tackle Team·Jan 13
FISHING TIPS

Best Fishing Knots: Complete Guide for Every Situation

- Lure/Bait Choice: Use monofilament for topwater lures and braided for heavy cover. - Where to Fish: Near structures like docks and submerged vegetation.

Deep dive
Tackle Team·Jan 13
FISHING TIPS

Fishing Tips for Beginners: Complete Guide

Learn essential fishing tips for beginners with expert advice on gear selection, techniques, and strategies. Discover proven methods to improve your fishing success and catch more fish.

Deep dive
Tackle Team·Jan 13
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