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.
Amphibia Sunglasses: Options and Advantages
With so many high-quality polarized sunglasses on the market, why should you choose Amphibia? And which of their models are right for your needs and your head? We caught up with James Niggemeyer at the 2024 Bassmaster Classic to get some more info.
A Mid-1990s Tightwad’s Guide to Spending More on Tackle
My first spending priority after graduating was to get a bass boat of my own, but when it came to tackle I was still pretty careful. Eventually some pricey options came along that I simply could not resist. Check out the entry points to my now-high-spending tackle addiction.
What Keith Combs Throws at Sam Rayburn in May
Keith Combs built his dream house just a short distance from Lake Sam Rayburn because he wanted to have easy access to what he considers consistently the best big bass tournament lake in the country. Here are five lures he’s likely to have on the deck when May rolls around.
Daiwa’s Best Baitcasting Reel Ever?!?! Check out the Steez SV
You can easily get by with a $99 or $199 baitcasting reel but if you want to know what it’s like to buy the most refined baitcaster Daiwa has ever produced, you need to check out Daiwa’s Steez SV. It’s 5.6 ounces of buttery, rocket-fueled smoothness and power.
Prepare a Fishing Bug Out Bag
If you regularly travel to the same places to fish, prepare a “go bag” that’s filled with the tackle you need, all in one place. Check out the one I’ve packed for El Salto and Picachos.
Special Gifts for Mom on Her Fishing Travels
OK, if you’re reading this now and haven’t bought your Mother’s Day gift, don’t despair – it’s not too late. There are plenty of readily-available options, especially if she likes to fish and travel.
Deps 2024 Bassmaster Classic Special Runs and Restockings
Whenever we have a question not just about JDM gear, but about forthcoming trends and tactics, Matt Paino is our go-to source of info. His booth at the Bassmaster Classic was brimming with gear that’ll catch pressured bass on any continent.
Jockey Outdoors – Far More than Underwear
Jockey Outdoors stepped up for bass anglers in a big way by sponsoring the 2024 Bassmaster Classic. I’ve been wearing the clothing I got there ever since we got back. Here’s a quick video explaining the company’s vision.
Slimmer and Trimmer – The Slender Scat from Deps
When the Deps Cover Scat first came out, there was a mad rush for them. We caught up with Matt Paino – our guru on all things JDM – at the 2024 Bassmaster Classic in Tulsa and he gave us the scoop on the new Slender Scat.
Bass Tackle for Yellowfin Tuna
While the gear at SFPIL stom tailored to the species that are in the Gulf of Chiriqui, I’ve always wondered what it would be like to bring “bass tackle” down there. Could it stand up to the test of these fish, all of which pull harder than any bass you’ve ever caught?
Spring 2024 -- New Big Baits and Terminal Tackle for Mexican Bass at Tackle Warehouse
Despite the fact that I could probably rely on the proven winners that have helped me in my past trips to Lake El Salto and Lake Picachos, I’m always looking for new options. Here are some big baits and new terminal tackle items from Tackle Warehouse worth checking out.
St. Croix Rods + Anglers Inn International = Easier Travel, More Fish
Jesse Simpkins is one of the handful of people who’ve visited Anglers Inn’s properties more than we have. That’s good news for customers because it means you’ll have reliable, high-quality rods without the hassle of toting a rod tube.
Melinda Mize’s Favorite Bajio Sunglasses for Women
When you hear Melinda Mize talk about Bajio Sunglasses, it is clear that she shares in the vision and passion that is behind the brand. I saw her in the Bajio booth at the Bassmaster Classic and asked her to tell me about three popular Bajio sunglasses for women.
Daiwa’s Premium Kyoya Fujita Rods
In order to celebrate and commemorate the first of what will likely be many Bassmaster Classic appearances, Daiwa introduced a very limited edition set of Kyoya Fujita rods at the 2024 Bassmaster Classic.
What Bryant Smith Throws on Clear Lake in April
Bryant Smith is continuing to chase his dreams around the country this year, a quest that’ll keep him away from his home state for much of the spring, but there are few places he’d rather be in April. Here’s what he’d throw on Clear Lake in April.
Are Your Marine Electronics Ready for a BeatDown?
As our sonar and GPS options have increased, the risk associated with having them stolen or broken has also become potentially much more costly. Additionally, aging eyes have trouble seeing distant screens. BeatDown Outdoors has some solutions to these potential problems.
Three Daiwa Spinning Reels for Travelers – Where Value Meets Performance
If you’re headed on a distant trip, you don’t want to break the bank on a spinning reel, but you don’t want it to fail at an inopportune moment, either. Daiwa has some value propositions.
Crickets for Combs
Most bass fishing fans know Keith Combs for his prowess with a crankbait, but they sometimes overlook how good he is with other techniques. Increasingly in recent years, particularly when bass are shallow, he’s put his faith in Strike King’s Thunder Cricket vibrating jig.
Kyle Patrick + Douglas Rods = Opens Win, Classic Berth, Century Belt
Elite Series rookie Kyle Patrick is attached at the hip to his arsenal of Douglas Rods — here are four that have played a heavy role in his professional success so far.
Yeti’s GoBox Tied Our Booth Together
As we built our booth in anticipation of our first trade show, we needed to find a waterproof, dustproof and uncrushable storage box to preserve valuables between events. We found the perfect vessel in Yeti’s 60 GoBox Gear Case.