Late summer brings some of the most challenging conditions of the year to catch bass. The conditions are harsh on the fish as well as on the angler. However, catching fish in the middle of August is not impossible. My recommendation for filling livewells is not to change location, but to change the time you fish. Night fishing is a great option.Editorial StaffAug 23rd, 2021
This catch was not far off the world record 436-pound 12-ounce Warsaw grouper caught in Destin, FL more than 35 years ago!Editorial StaffAug 20th, 2021
For red drum, 50 inches is a benchmark. Bull reds 50 inches and longer are not common, but they definitely occur. Fifty-inchers are caught every year. That’s why Capt. Jack Limroth, of King Tide Charters in Virginia Beach, must know his recently submitted potential IGFA world length record might not stand long.Editorial StaffAug 18th, 2021
So far, this summer has been a pretty good for anglers catching big fish. Here are a few monsters we’ve heard about over the last couple months.Editorial StaffAug 16th, 2021
Last month, some friends and I went to West Palm Beach to do a little deep sea and canal fishing. My buddy Jimmy Dean tells me I bring wind and rough seas every time I come down. This time was no exception.Editorial StaffAug 13th, 2021
The Pacific sailfish is one of the most sought-after offshore game fish in Costa Rica. Growing larger than their Atlantic counterpart, sailfish in Costa Rica average 60 to 80 pounds, but big ones can surpass 200 pounds!
The seven small islands that make up the Dry Tortugas lie 70 miles due west of Key West, a fisherman’s and naturalist’s paradise. These are hidden jewels.
In the Indian Ocean, about 1,000 miles off the east coast of Africa, there is an archipelago that claims the highest density of bonefish in the world...
I had the privilege of living in Edinburgh, capital of Scotland. Apart from whiskey, kilts and bagpipes, they also lays claim to the origins of fly fishing.
The ACR Next-Gen ResQLink PLB has a new Digital Display. ACR Electronics’ new next-generation ResQLink Personal Locator Beacons (PLB) is … Editorial StaffMay 1st, 2019
A perfectly designed baitwell system. As fisherman, we all know how hard live bait can be to find. Seasonal weather patterns … Editorial StaffFeb 16th, 2019
Designed with purpose in mind. Since 2015, Frabill has continued to set the quiet standard in bucket conversion. The Frabill … Editorial StaffJan 19th, 2019
Plane Simple, a 77 Spencer run by Capt. Jimmy Werling, earned top team honors in the 2026 Shootout Production vs. Custom, which just concluded at the Abaco Beach Resort in the Bahamas.Editorial StaffMay 7th, 2026
The Pacific sailfish is one of the most sought-after offshore game fish in Costa Rica. Growing larger than their Atlantic counterpart, sailfish in Costa Rica average 60 to 80 pounds, but big ones can surpass 200 pounds!Editorial StaffMay 12th, 2026
Cold water shock is the real killer in winter boating accidents, not hypothermia. The initial gasp reflex can overwhelm you in seconds, leading to rapid drowning if you’re unprepared. Learn how to control your breathing, use the HELP position, and apply survival techniques like the carpet formation to conserve heat, save energy, and dramatically increase your chances of survival in cold water emergencies.Editorial StaffJan 12th, 2026
