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Fishing Basics for Beginners: The Gear You Need to Get Started

By Alycia Downs 02/21/2019

You don’t need a big boat and fancy gear to learn how to fish. We’re breaking down...

6 Secrets To Using an Open Face Rod and Reel

By Alycia Downs 09/17/2018

Learn the secrets to using an open face rod and reel like a pro.

How To Oil Fishing Reel: A Step by Step Guide

By Alycia Downs 07/17/2018

Learn how to oil fishing reel so that your gear works properly and lasts longer. Step-by-step...

Attributes of Best Fishing Rod and Reel Combos for Beginners

By Andy Whitcomb 01/08/2018

When choosing the best fishing rod and reel combo for beginners, there are several things to keep...

Fly Fishing Equipment: 9 Essentials For Beginners

By Debbie Hanson 11/02/2017

Wonder what type of fly fishing equipment you need start fly fishing on a stream or river? Check...

How to Spool Line on Your Fishing Reel

By Curtis Niedermier 06/02/2017

You’ve decided what fish you’re going after, and have a new rod and reel. The next...

How to Choose a Fishing Reel

By Andy Whitcomb 03/27/2017

There are three main types of fishing reels. How to choose a fishing reel depends partially on...

How to Maintain Your Fishing Rods & Reels

By Debbie Hanson 08/12/2016

Save time and money by learning how to take proper care of your fishing rods & reels...

7 Signs That You Might Need New Fishing Gear

By Debbie Hanson 05/06/2016

Is your drag grinding? Fishing line fraying? You might need some new fishing gear. Learn 7 of the...

Ice Fishing for Smelt

By Andy Whitcomb 01/11/2016

Well, winter has finally arrived in the northeast and my precious open water on lakes is almost...

Best Ice Fishing Rod and Reel Combos

By Andy Whitcomb 01/04/2016

The criteria for selecting the best rod and reel combos for ice fishing differ from combos for...

Physics of Fishing: The Pendulum

By Andy Whitcomb 05/11/2015

Recently, I accompanied my daughter to a science museum for a school field trip.

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