The right fishing rod can be the difference between landing a trophy and losing it boatside. Longer rods help control fish from a boat, while shorter rods shine for precision casting while wading. And don’t forget backbone — that lower rod strength is what wins battles when big fish start shaking. Today’s custom saltwater rods are lighter, stronger, and built to handle tough conditions and braided line. Bottom line? There’s no “perfect” rod — just the one that fits your style.Editorial StaffFeb 25th, 2026
Exploring the Dometic DG3 Gyro: A Comprehensive Overview The Dometic DG3 Gyro is a cutting-edge device that has gained traction … Editorial StaffJan 1st, 2026
This 95-pound Oklahoma catfish won’t break any records, but it’s a giant nonetheless. Angler Bradley Courtright caught the monster flathead on a trotline at Pine Creek Reservoir.Editorial StaffMay 29th, 2024
Mud Hole & CCA Florida Prepare for 3rd Annual Youth Scholarship Week 2024/2025 Program Participants Compete for College Scholarship Funds … Editorial StaffMay 28th, 2024
Gardner Love, 17, caught his 27-inch, 7.04-pound snook while fishing solo in Soldier Creek, which feeds Perdido Bay near the Alabama/Florida state line.Editorial StaffMay 28th, 2024
Over two months, the Georgia state record for queen triggerfish has fallen twice. The latest state record, caught May 17, weighed 9 pounds, 6.24 ounces.
Angler Brian Richburg, 29, of Brunswick caught his record triggerfish fishing offshore near the South Ledge in about 180 feet of water.Editorial StaffMay 24th, 2024
Florida conservation officers made a huge bust near Dry Tortugas National Park in the Florida Keys. On a single boat, they caught a group of poachers red-handed with 334 lane and yellowtail snapper. That’s 274 snapper over the bag limit!Editorial StaffMay 22nd, 2024
The fishing was pretty good off the Georgia coast in early May. Two Telfair County, Ga. anglers set new saltwater state records, one for a nearly 24-pound almaco jack, and one for a 30-plus-pound blackfin tuna.Editorial StaffMay 20th, 2024
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
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.Editorial StaffDec 8th, 2025
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
