If you're new to fishing, selecting your first rod can be a bit overwhelming. Even if you've fished a lot but are looking to take your bass fishing a little more seriously it can be a daunting task to ...

Tis the season... of new fishing gear. There's really no better time to stock up on new rods and reels like the Christmas season. As anglers, many of us our pretty particular about the kind of gear we ...

There's one thing crankbait rods for bass all have in common—a parabolic bend. That flex, which is described as a slow or moderate action, stretches from tip to handle. It creates long casts, controls ...

Fly fishing for bass isn’t always easy, and there are more effective ways to put a bunch of fish in the boat. But if there’s a more exciting way to catch bass, I haven’t found it yet. If you want to ...

No species is more closely associated with freshwater fishing than bass. It’s what most people—anglers and nonanglers alike—envision catching when casting into a lake or pond. And it makes sense ...

When I started bass fishing over 40 years ago, the best fishing lines for bass were also the only fishing lines for bass. We didn’t have many options back then, and stretchy monofilament had to cover ...

Getting into fishing is an exhilarating experience that makes you feel more connected to nature. Suddenly you’re part of one of the world’s oldest water sports. But a new hobby also means a lot of new ...

Power-Pole shallow water anchors can improve your chances at fooling shallow fish both in fresh or saltwater and here’s how. If I’m probing a weed bed for bass or redfish and I notice some unique ...

When temperatures cool to the point where bass become lethargic, I rely on a jerkbait to wake them up. There’s something about the flash and erratic movements of jerkbaits that can trigger a bite from ...