Land of giants: Summer slaunches

With most Southern bass transitioning into summer patterns, the postspawn blues are waning and big fish are settling into predictable areas. The extreme heat is just around the corner, but...

Hot weather fish care

I recently served as the boat captain for my son Vegas at a Bassmaster Junior Series tournament in New Jersey. This is his last year fishing in the 14-and-under division....

St. Croix LEGEND X2 

Category: Freshwater Rod  The all-new American-made Legend X2 Series pushes every boundary for technique-minded freshwater anglers seeking zero compromises in performance, sensitivity, balance, ergonomics, and appearance. St. Croix’s lightest rods...

Gear Review: Knog Scout Travel Tag

WHAT IS IT? Knog Scout Travel Tag WHAT SETS IT APART? Scout Travel’s tamper-proof security cable attachment uses a braided stainless-steel cable coated with nonabrasive nylon. Compatible with Apple’s “Find...

Destination: Buffalo, N.Y.

If you’re looking to chase the bronze-backed brawlers of the North, Buffalo, N.Y., might just be the most underrated destination on your fishing bucket list. This Western New York hub...

Grandfathered in 

My daughter Katherine may have been a little young when I took her fishing for the first time.  Friends had given her a kid-sized rod-and-reel combo with her name embossed...

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