What makes the SPRO Dean Rojas Bronzeye Frog 65 so great? It has everything you want in a hollow-body frog. It holds up to heavy abuse but will also collapse when a bass smacks down on it for a ...

Whether fishing out of your kayak after work, on the boat for the weekend, or on the ice in winter, a portable fish finder will come in handy. The movable device will help you determine structure, ...

Crankbaits typically consist of a hard body paired with treble hooks. These lures can mimic crawfish, shad, bluegill, or other prey. Crankbaits are also effective in a wide range of water depths from ...

Reliable baitcaster combos can make casting all day efficient and enjoyable. Baitcasting reels are known for accurate, long casts and quick follow-up casts. But if you’re new to fishing with a ...

Choosing the fluorocarbon line for your style of fishing is not as complicated as you might think. There is a lot of hype and stigma around fluorocarbon, but really it’s a pretty uncomplicated fishing ...

For anglers who fish hard in the worst conditions and want the best waterproofing available, the Simms ProDry Jacket and Bibs is the top pick. For serious performance at a lower price point, the FXR ...

Spin fishing for trout starts with matching your gear to the water. On small streams, use a 5.5- to 6.5-foot ultralight rod with 2- to 4-pound fluorocarbon and tight-quartered lures like inline ...

For anglers who want the best all-around performance, the Bajio Zapata with glass lenses leads the pack. For the best value without sacrificing quality, the Island Optics Mako XL is the pick.

The author holds up the Shimano Caius with a small bass he caught while testing the best casting reels under $100. (Photo/Shaye Baker) The Shimano Caius 150 casting reel feels a lot like the brand’s ...

Shopping for a rod and reel can be a bit of a guessing game if you buy them separately. What size spinning reel do you need for each rod? And which action and power rod do you need for specific ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Before we can talk about creek fishing, we have to define a creek. While it varies by ...

The rough desert road pitches sharply upward and then disappears into rock. Ahead of me, a Ford Explorer Tremor Edition—identical to the one I’m driving—tilts skyward and crawls over a mess of ...