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When Snook Turned Into Snapper

When Snook Turned Into Snapper

The rod doubled, and it was all Jack could do to hang on until his big brother Jimmy got over …

Stuart, Florida’s Super Snook

It’s 2 p.m. on a bright, sunny day and I’m pitching pilchards in the shadow of a small bridge not …
DIY Sockeye at Alaska’s Kenai River

DIY Sockeye On Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula

Alaska, the last frontier, is truly a remarkable destination that every angler should experience.  Believe it or not, river fishing …
Saint Lawrence River Smallies

Saint Lawrence River Smallies

Brandon Lester details smallmouth fishing in the Saint Lawrence River Over the past five years fishing the Bassmaster Elite Series, I …
Yucatan baby tarpon

Baby Tarpon Of The Yucatan

The Holy Grail of Saltwater Fishing There may be no better saltwater fish to take on the fly than the …
A New Record African Pompano

A New Record African Pomp?

Victoria Watts, of Titusville, Fla., had only been fishing a couple years on June 9 when she caught the fish …

Surf Fishing

Sharks Approach Surfers

Drone footage shows sharks approaching surfers and paddle boarders near the Fort Pierce Inlet in Fort Pierce, Florida. At one point a big shark nearly attacks a smaller shark right next to a surfer.

Fishing Tips, Advice & GuidesMore Tips, Advice & Guides

Modify Hard Baits for Big Fish

Most hard baits have two or three treble hooks. The problem with this setup is large fish and lengthy fights can cause those tiny hooks to open up or tear from a fish’s lip. We all know this loss hurts. The bigger the fish, the worse it hurts and the more likely it is to happen. I came up with a solution for this scenario several years ago while targeting giant tarpon. I adapted my hard baits to use a single large hook. It resulted in the successful landing of more big fish than with the original hardware.

Latest News & EventsMore News & Events

The Reel Deal wins the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame & Museum’s 2025 Celebrity Fishing Tournament

The University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame & Museum proudly returned to Islamorada, Florida June 19th through the 21st for a Fan Fest and Celebrity Fishing Tournament.