Been invited for a camping trip, and have no fishing gear? Below are my thoughts on what represents the best value for money trout or panfish fishing kit for some casual fishing. Perfect for someone who might fish once or twice a year but nothing serious. Handline – The Cheapest Way To Fish The cheapest … Read more
There is a lot of different braids on the market. But not all braids and created equal, and not all play nicely with spinning reels. In fact, many braids when used on spinning tackle results in wind knots, line twists which will eventually result in tangles, wind knots and even break offs. In this article, … Read more
Welcome to my attempt to list the 25 best trout lures of all time. Believe me when I say, narrowing down this list was no easy task. With countless lures out there designed to entice trout, it’s like picking a favorite child. Nevertheless, I’ve managed to compile a selection of 25 lures that have proven … Read more
There is no one best strike indicator under all conditions. What works well on a spring creek, will likely struggle on a boisterous freestone river. In all honestly, I rarely fish indicators, but sometimes they are essential. A necessary evil. Some nymphs are simply too heavy to suspend under a dry fly hence the need … Read more
The Simm G4 and the Patagonia Swiftcurrent Expedition are two of the best premium waders on the market today. Fishermen often have strong preferences towards either brand, and that is what they will wear. But for anyone on the fence it can be tough choosing between the options. I have used both sets of waders … Read more
Many people see fly fishing as an elitist sport, popularized by the British nobility who drive their latest model land-rovers to their private chalk streams. This extravagant cost is far from reality even in England and certainly not in America. The belief fly fishing is expensive is a common misconception. While it is certainly possible … Read more
Are you Looking for a trout and pan-fish spinning rod and reel combo? An affordable setup suitable for children. Decent quality and durable enough to survive the rough treatment of children. Most rod and reel combos targeted at children resemble toys more than fishing equipment. Many are nearly impossible to cast yet along catch anything … Read more
A 6ft6″ – 7ft long spinning rod works best in most trout fishing situations. This is a good general-purpose length for fishing from either the shore or a boat. It is what I use for 90% of my trout fishing. Some anglers prefer rods as short as 4ft6″ when fishing small overgrown streams where casting … Read more
While spinning for trout line twist is an annoyance that causes tangles, knots, and even break-offs. While prevention is better than cure, mistakes happen and lines become twisted. In this guide, I will discuss ways to remove line twists. Once the line twist is removed, it is important to keep the line twist free. The … Read more
Welcome to my guide on how to paddle a fishing kayak faster. There are many reasons why you might want to paddle faster. Maybe to spend more time fishing and less paddling? or simply keep up with faster mates on the water. In this guide, I will share my knowledge from kayak racing on sneaky … Read more