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.
The Angler Formerly Known as Prince
We learned from Chappelle’s Show that Prince loved pancakes, but no word on whether he liked to flip and pitch, or what he thought about forward-facing sonar. Still, the late musician’s influence is so great that his most famous album name permeates the fishing industry.
Kenta Kimura’s Simple Megabass Dark Sleeper Modification
When most bass anglers first encounter the Megabass Dark Sleeper, they assume that it’s either a swimbait or a jig. For two-time Bassmaster Classic qualifier Kenta Kimura, it’s something different altogether: One of the best squarebill replacements he’s ever found.
A Dozen More Shades of Pink
We had so much fun writing about bubblegum-colored lures that we decided to revisit the topic – this time expanding it to varied shades of pink. It’s a color that a lot of us use as an accent shade, but less frequently as a primary hue.
Matty Wong’s Megabass Karashi Twitch Bait
If you’re looking for a slow-sinking hard bait that’ll tempt wary bass feeding on small baitfish, Matty Wong has a solution. It’s the Megabass Karashi Twitch Bait, which can be fished in a variety of ways, from a dead stick to a wild twitching cadence.
Jacob Walker Rolls With OSP Saikoro Dice Rubber
By now, most serious bass anglers know about the “fuzzy dice lure” and its success on tour. Many think it’s a gimmick, or not worth the money, but Alabama pro Jacob Walker says that it’s become his money bait, the one he turns to especially when times are tough.
Unboxing My Unplanned Fall Tackle Warehouse and Normark Orders
It pays to sign up for all of the relevant tackle companies’ email lists – to ensure that you’re aware of all sales and drops. I didn’t expect Tackle Warehouse to offer 20% off for about a week in October, but I’m glad they did. Check out what I ordered.
Fishing on Halloween with Zombies and Other Spooky Creatures
If you love fall fishing – and particularly night fishing – then October 31st is right in your wheelhouse. Fortunately, the good enablers at Tackle Warehouse sell plenty of lures that fit right in with the Halloween spirit. Here are 9 that fit this spooky holiday which would work fine on your next fishing trip.
5 Trout-Flavored Topwaters
If you fish in trout-occupied waters – whether they’re recently stocked or long time residents – you might also consider some topwaters that replicate the forage. Here are five ways to scratch that surface itch.
Not Just a Bigger Vision 110 -- How Brandon Palaniuk Uses the Megabass Ito Shiner
The Megabass Ito Shiner jerkbait looks like just a slightly larger version of the Megabass Vision 110, but it has a different action and excels in different circumstances. It’s been one of Brandon Palaniuk’s secret killers for years, but he’s finally willing to let the cat out of the bag.
Lots of Strike King Sexiness
Since 2007, Sexy Shad has become an industry standard. It’s a great shad or universal baitfish imitator, and the little bit of chartreuse seems to be a bite trigger. KVD has ridden it to millions in winnings. Meanwhile, Strike King has built out a Sexy Shad empire. Here are some of the variations..
Class Up Your Fishing Travel With These Lesser-Known Yeti Products
Most of the time when we use Yeti products it’s primarily for functional purposes. Their coolers and insulated drinkware are likely the best-known products, but if you’re looking to imbibe or celebrate in other ways, check out these lesser-known items from the catalog
Dylan Schmitt’s Favorite Bass Fishing Tackle
We received so much positive feedback about our initial interview with charter boat mate and aspiring bass pro Dylan Schmitt that we knew we needed to go back to the source. Click on the video to hear what Dylan throws when the pressure is on.
Distinctive Buzzbait Colors – Are They Worth a Try?
Most of my buzzbaits are black or white, with silver or gold blades -- masterful simplification or am I missing some key options to trigger more bites? Here are the Tackle Warehouse "oddballs."
Dave Mansue – Learning from the Detective
After the annual BFHOF banquet we spend time with our friends the Morgenthalers and the Mansues. While Pete has fished with Dave Mansue before, this year Dave was lucky enough to take both of us out. On the way to the lake, I asked what we’d be throwing and was told “football jigs and glide baits.”
I’m Here to Catch Big Fish and Chew Bubblegum
Bubblegum lures -- not just Trick Worms and Super Flukes. We've got frogs, buzzbaits, crankbaits and more, so THINK PINK.
Tilapia-Colored Baits Keep on Coming
Judging by the new product intros, tilapia fishing lures remain in demand. It’s mostly for anglers in Texas, Florida, of course Mexico and perhaps South Africa, but the best imitations might have universal appeal. Here are six more to add to your arsenal.
Why Are There Jigheads With No Hooks?
If you follow tackle trends carefully you may have noticed jigheads with no hooks. It seems counterintuitive. Nevertheless, there are some key reasons that you might purchase and employ this relatively new class of items.
The Eight Craziest Swimbait Colors at Tackle Warehouse Right Now
If you don’t want to mess with drops or auction sites, you can increasingly find various high-end swimbaits from retail sellers. They’re generally available in pretty “vanilla” colors, but occasionally an oddball or three sneak through. Here are eight of the craziest colors available at Tackle Warehouse right now.
Skeet Reese’s Winning Baits
As we prepare to induct Skeet Reese into the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame this week, he is to me iconic of what a true Hall of Famer should be – a multi-tool player. He excelled at many things, but most of all he was and is a tournament winner.
New Multi-Piece Travel Rods at Tackle Warehouse – Fall 2024
After a few years where it seemed like manufacturers introduced only lower- or mid-range travel rods, there is a resurgence in models. In addition to the Dobyns Kaden travel rods, including models dedicated to swimbaits and crankbaits, other brands have picked up the pace.