The terms “rod action” and “rod power” are not interchangeable when it comes to fishing rods. Understanding the difference can help you have a better day on the water. You may hear an angler say, “I ...

If there's one rod I keep finding in my hand - whether I'm chasing lake trout in 80 feet of water or skipping Senkos under docks - it's the TRIKA 6X 7-foot medium power, fast action spinning rod.

With holiday shopping deals filling up the email inbox, this seems a good time to review some of the tackle and tools that have proven themselves useful over the past year or two. 13 Fishing Oath ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Today’s inshore spinning rods are built to be lighter, stronger, and more durable than ...

I winced when I realized another giant black drum had my rod doubled over. Not that I have anything against catching these lumbering bottom feeders, but I was justifiably concerned that my light ...

The expansion of bass fishing tournaments for youth has opened new opportunities for young people in the outdoors. Just as the National Archery in the Schools Program and Minnesota’s middle and high ...

Immersing yourself in the great outdoors, unwinding, reconnecting with nature and indulging in a sport Herbert Hoover once described as “a chance to wash one’s soul with pure air,” fishing holds a ...

The modern spinning rod and reel combo offers a convenience that’s hard to beat. Manufacturers like Shimano, Penn, and Abu Garcia have taken the guesswork out of pairing rods and reels, making it a ...

Just like open water fishing, success on hard water requires using the right tools for the job. Dr. Jason Halfen No different than in open water, each trip on the ice is unique: we fish at different ...