Hanna Robbins and Jennifer Combs with a cooler full of crappie from Lake Sam Rayburn

The Outdoor Gear We Recommend

We may have a little bit of a hoarding problem. Good gear need not be expensive, but it has to improve the experience in some way. Whether it’s the right rod, a certain bait, or the world’s best rainsuit, we’ll give unfiltered opinions on what we use and why we use it.


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The Five New Rods I Used Most Last Year

I have a lot of fishing rods, and I’ll probably up the count in 2025, because part of my tackle-hoarding sickness is that I live for the myth of more. Here are the five that I obtained in 2024 that’ll get used heavily in 2025 and beyond.

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Bass Tackle for Panama Tuna Trip #5

My 2024 fishing travel highlight took place in Panama when we got into multiple schools of tuna and I caught them on bass tackle. We’re headed back in January, and while that’s not ultra-prime tuna popping time, I’m hoping that I can use some of that same gear for not just tuna, but also inshore species.

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Fishy Father’s Day Gifts That’ll Make Every Dad Happy

If your father introduced you to fishing, then you owe him a special debt of gratitude. If somehow you found the sport on your own, then why not bring him into the fold? Seriously, dad put up with all of your crap over the years, so demonstrate that you’re thankful by going over and above with a fishing-related gift.

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