Graig Hale Ties World Record with Massive Red Drum in Louisiana

Graig L. Hale hooked into an unforgettable catch while fly fishing the backwaters near Port Sulphur, Louisiana. Hale landed a 37.402-inch red drum, tying the IGFA All-Tackle Length Fly World Record for the species... read more Editorial Staff May 7th, 2025
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Graig Hale Ties World Record with Massive Red Drum in Louisiana

Graig L. Hale hooked into an unforgettable catch while fly fishing the backwaters near Port Sulphur, Louisiana. Hale landed a 37.402-inch red drum, tying the IGFA All-Tackle Length Fly World Record for the species.May 7th, 2025

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