There are few saltwater fish more popular with anglers than redfish. Whether fishing Carolina grass flats or the Texas Gulf Coast surf, you can count on these fish to hit your bait like a ton of bricks and put up a fight. They are an exciting inshore gamefish. And for many, they are also considered good eating. But to entice these rugged inshore brawlers, you’ve got to have the right lure. While there are many out there that will catch… Read More »

Braided line is a great choice for strength and relatively good durability. A perfect match for baitcasting and spinning reels, it can perform well in saltwater and freshwater conditions. I use all kinds of line, but I always keep a spool of braided line for my reel handy because there are situations where it will outperform other types of line. The best braided fishing lines are going to be those that offer the best strength alongside with durability. There are… Read More »

Every angler needs a good cooler. Even if you aren’t taking all your catches home to cook, it always helps to have a good-sized cooler on hand, as you can use to store fresh catch or keep food and beverages cool as you enjoy a relaxing day of fishing. Moreover, you can use a cooler for countless other outdoor activities, like camping, tailgating, or days out at the beach, making it a worthwhile investment for many people. Of course, as… Read More »

Your gear is important to you and it should be. Rather than carrying a variety of different tools in your tackle box, you can carry it all in a multitool for fishing the size of a deck of cards. I remember the hook removers we had when I was a kid. It was about a foot long and in the most awkward and un-packable shape possible. Today, I carry a Gerber multi-tool that serves many purposes while fishing and it… Read More »