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.
Top Pro Anglers’ Blade Bait Choices and Tactics
As I learned to fish on the Potomac River in the 1990s, many of the old school hammers lived for the wintertime, when they’d settle into places like the Spoils to chase the biggest bass of the year. Their key bait was the Silver Buddy. Here are some of the best videos I’ve found about blade baits.
Megabass Magdraft Hacks
You can fish the ultra-popular Megabass Magdraft swimbait effectively straight out of the package, but if you want to maximize its deadlness, there are a variety of mods and hacks you can implement. Here are some of the best from the pros.
Randy Blaukat’s Megabass Vision 110 Starter Set
If you’re ready to invest in a few Megabass Vision 110 jerkbaits, choose your colors wisely. Veteran Missouri pro Randy Blaukat shares his thoughts on how to get a full range for varied conditions without breaking the bank.

