Fishing for salmon can be challenging because you’re usually dealing with deep water and need specialized equipment that is designed to make angling for salmon easier. To do the best job, many anglers turn to the use of downriggers, devices which, when used while trolling for salmon, can increase the depth of a lure or…
A baitcaster is a reel with a revolving spool that sits on top of a fishing rod with a trigger handle. They allow various types of baits, whether live or fake, to be cast with ultimate precision. Modern baitcasters will typically come with brakes set in place to help reduce the risk of backlash; however,…
Having a fishing reel that doesn’t lock in can be frustrating. Especially when you have caught a fish and the line just spins out freely without engaging the drag. But fixing this is completely achievable, no matter your experience or skill level. It’s something many fishermen have faced at some point or will face –…
If you are running to the end of the line on your reel, then you may be interested in tying two ends together to get the most out of your supply – watch the pennies and the dollars will take care of themselves after all! Tying fishing line together also has quite a few benefits…
Both fishing pliers and forceps are an integral part of fishing, but some may not know under which circumstances the use of either tool would be appropriate. Maybe you’re just a beginner, or perhaps it has been a while since you’ve been fishing, and your first child or grandchild is now old enough to be…