Out of all your tackle, the things that are working the most are your rod and reel. These two tools form the backbone of all your fishing. So, it makes sense to get the best you can, right? I...

All rods are pretty much the same, right? Nope! You couldn't paint a masterpiece with a sharpie, could you? The same is true of your fishing. To get the best results, you've got to have the right...

It's always great when you can adapt your fishing gear. But there may be times when it is a bad idea. Creating a sub-optimal rod and reel combination can drastically affect your catch rate. An...

Your spinning reel is the 'engine' of your setup, and like any good engine, it needs to be maintained to keep it in perfect working order. If the engine breaks down, your car, or more accurately,...

If there is one fish that is guaranteed to attack just about anything, it's the humble rainbow trout. But they can be quite particular on certain days, so it pays to know what is going to give you...

If you think of bass fishing as mostly a summer activity, you’re not alone – I used to too. I’m not usually happy to be wrong, but this time I am. The truth is, you can catch monster bass...