New lures from Japan that should excel for Mexican bass — from crankbaits to swimbaits to soft plastics. JDM innovation helps you get more and bigger bites.

Explore the best multi-colored braided fishing lines for bass fishing. Compare colors, features, and shop top-rated options to boost your catch. Find the perfect line for every fishing technique today.

I had so much fun exploring the various Nemo-colored poppers that I figured I’d find the stickbaits that resemble clownfish, too. If you think that the fish on your favorite waters want something orange and white, but a popping action might turn them off, consider one of these.

I have no doubt that when Andre Moore invented California 420 for the Reaction Innovations lineup, it was with distinct sense of purpose. On the other hand, when Zoom added it to their palette, I’m almost certain that Ed Chambers had no idea what it meant.

It’s been 14 years since Paul Elias introduced the A-Rig to the bass fishing world with a dominant FLW win on Guntersville. The top level tours quickly banned them, but at some levels you can still fish some form of the rig in most states. Check out these expert tips on getting the most out of the A-Rig.

Join us as we explore the Pucara lure for our inaugural Golden Dorado trip to Don Joaquin River Lodge, Argentina. Learn where to buy it, see it in action, and discover US-made substitutes to maximize your angling success.

Unfortunately, there are times during the bite is quite tough. One of those periods is the “fall turnover,” when previously stratified water starts to mix – the cooler water nearer to the bottom goes toward the top, and the warmer water near the surface edges down. Here’s how some experts attack this tricky time of year.

If you ask me about some of my favorite lures, well, my lips are sealed. At least they were until I realized lipless crankbaits need some smack in our Garage Finds series. In this video, Pete goes through some tips on how to fish them and I ask the key questions.

Discover the latest Megabass travel rods at Tackle Warehouse. Shop multi-piece casting and spinning rods under $200—perfect for airline travel, international adventures and the species of your dreams.

No matter where you live, as the weather cools this fall, the surface bite should just get stronger. That’s especially true if you fish on lakes with large shad or blueback populations. The bait should gang up and expect the bass to gorge on them.

Discover affordable spinning rods under $100 that perform for bass fishing. From finesse to all‑around picks, find budget rods that deliver on value and performance.

Discover the best new high-end fishing rods and reels at Tackle Warehouse in 2025. From premium baitcasting tackle to ultra-smooth spinning gear, explore the latest tackle designed for serious anglers who want cutting-edge performance, unmatched quality, and the ultimate fishing experience.

Bryan New certainly never forgot about the power of the shaky head, despite the fact that it’s kind of fallen out of favor. The difference is that in 2025 he has a version that’s light years ahead of what he threw a generation ago.

Pete caught me digging deep onto the garage wall pegs. I was checking out examples of a classic bass fishing lure, the spinnerbait. It really deserves a spot in every tackle box and we’re sharing stories, tips, and maybe even a couple of surprises that I found hiding in the garage. Let’s take a spin.

Mike McClelland has been customizing jerkbaits since before many of today’s bass pros were born. His SPRO McStick has become a staple among serious anglers but he recently realized that both the original and the deep diving version didn’t cover all of his needs so he developed the McDart.

Discover why longer spinning rods (7'9" to 8') can boost your bass fishing game with better casting distance and hook sets. Learn how to choose the perfect rod for big bass, plus top recommended models available now. Shop through Half Past First Cast for expert picks.

On our trips to Central America we’ve caught a wide range of fish on live, dead and artificial lures, but sometimes the biggest bites of all come on bonito. Whether you’re looking to target marlin, wahoo, tuna or greedy inshore species, it can pay to have a bonito imitator or two.

When I started bass fishing in the 1980s, a 6’6” baitcasting rod was considered the gold standard. Now I use relatively few baitcasters under 7’. There may be circumstances where a shorter rod is advantageous. This article lists a few really good ones.

We recently had fun listing some of the key wakasagi jerkbaits. That led us to seek out some topwaters in that same hue — many of them are JDM products. You don’t need to have Wakasagi or Delta Smelt in your home waters to make them work, because they’re a near-universal baitfish imitator.

Bryan New is a “neat freak,” and like many of us he’s always looking for a better way to keep his tackle safe and accessible. Lately he’s leaned heavily on SPRO’s new soft tackle boxes, which come in a variety of shapes and sizes.