Pete Robbins 10/18/26 Pete Robbins 10/18/26

Yellowtail Tattoos: Stunning Ink Inspired by One of California’s Most Iconic Game Fish

Explore the beauty and symbolism of yellowtail tattoos inspired by the powerful Yellowtail amberjack. Discover design ideas, cultural meaning, and why anglers and artists alike are drawn to this iconic game fish.

Pete Robbins 10/17/26 Pete Robbins 10/17/26

Trophy Class Calico Bass Demand a Perfect Mount

Now that we’ve gotten just a small taste of Calico Bass fishing we’re ready to catch some big ones. While the big ones are a prized catch, it’s hard to find replica examples. Here are some of the few we’ve found.

Pete Robbins 10/16/26 Pete Robbins 10/16/26

Marlin Were Once Just an Intoxicating Dream

Once the stuff of Hemingway and Zane Grey dreams, marlin became an icon of adventure. Explore vintage ads—and learn how to chase them in Panama and Guatemala.

Pete Robbins 10/15/26 Pete Robbins 10/15/26

Sticking it Where the Sun Shines all Night – My Favorite Alaska Rainbow Trout Decals

A lifelong bass angler explains his newfound obsession with Alaska rainbow trout and shares his favorite Alaska trout decals that'll have to tide him over until returning to chase trophy rainbows.

Hanna Robbins 10/14/26 Hanna Robbins 10/14/26

Resistance Overcome

Hanna may not love fishing tackle, but she’s willing to go into a tackle shop if there’s the lure of apparel…or purses.

Pete Robbins 10/11/26 Pete Robbins 10/11/26

Topwater Dreams and Giant Trevally Replicas

Discover the best Giant Trevally fish replicas, inspired by the ultimate topwater predator. GT mounts, taxidermy options, and the story behind the obsession

Hanna Robbins 10/7/26 Hanna Robbins 10/7/26

No More Anniversary Gifts

We made a vow that there would be no more anniversary gifts, but if you’re going to break your vows a piece of fishing artwork is a good way to do it.

Pete Robbins 10/6/26 Pete Robbins 10/6/26

Pargo in Panama – Hard Fighting and Great on the Plate

We love catching what the Panamanians generally refer to simply as “pargo,” but which is more formally called the Mexican barred snapper.. We’ve caught a few in the past, but on our May 2026 trip they seemed to increase in number and in size.

Pete Robbins 10/4/26 Pete Robbins 10/4/26

The Distinctive Craft of Paddlefish Taxidermy

While a full-body paddlefish replica doesn’t appeal to me, I would like a preserved snout. The distinctive paddle that provides their name is actually called a “rostrum,” much like on the sawfish we accidentally caught in the Florida Keys. They make an amazing mount.

Pete Robbins 10/1/26 Pete Robbins 10/1/26

Mahi Gyotaku Shirts

Gyotaku is the art of Japanese fish prints dating back to the 1800s, and not surprisingly mahi mahi still make great subjects for this craft a few centuries later. If you’re looking for examples where they intersect, check out these mahi gyotaku and gyotaku-like shirts.

Pete Robbins 9/27/26 Pete Robbins 9/27/26

The Hunt for Trophy Rainbow Trout – And More Wall Space to Fit Them

Dreaming of a trophy rainbow trout? See our 27-inch Alaska rainbows and the replica mounts we're considering for the next fish of a lifetime.

Pete Robbins 9/26/26 Pete Robbins 9/26/26

Skin and Safari: Capybara Tattoos and Corrientes Adventures

Discover the charm of capybara tattoos and meet these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Join us in Corrientes, Argentina for golden dorado fishing, wildlife encounters, and ink-worthy inspiration.

Pete Robbins 9/25/26 Pete Robbins 9/25/26

Wearing the Gray Ghost of SoCal

Since our trip to SoCal to fish with Oliver and Riley Ngy, I’ve been trying to learn about the White Seabass, the fish that dominated our time on the water. While I couldn’t find many examples replicas, I identified t-shirts commemorating this largest member of the croaker family.

Pete Robbins 9/21/26 Pete Robbins 9/21/26

Calico Bass Tattoo Ideas

While we haven’t yet caught any giant calico bass our first taste of them was magical. Not only do they pull hard, but pictures don’t do them justice – you need to see them up close to understand their distinctive patterns and deep coloration. That’s why they make a killer tattoo.

Hanna Robbins 9/16/26 Hanna Robbins 9/16/26

Salmon vs Bass

Salmon vs bass: compare how these freshwater game fish strike, run, fight and test your tackle—and find out why salmon fishing is an experience every bass angler should try.

Pete Robbins 9/6/26 Pete Robbins 9/6/26

Meanmouth Replicas: Immortalizing a Beautiful Invader

Meanmouth bass are rare hybrid trophies—part spotted bass, part smallmouth. See replica mounts, why they’re unique, and the controversy behind their spread.

Hanna Robbins 8/5/26 Hanna Robbins 8/5/26

The Biggest Catch Found Room on the Wall

Check out Picture Me 3D for a great and striking alternative to traditional fish taxidermy. We have both a tuna and a bass done with their unique technology and they light up our fishy walls.

Pete Robbins 7/12/26 Pete Robbins 7/12/26

Crack Open a Crisp Streamside Beer With a Rainbow Trout Bottle Opener

Catch a giant Alaskan rainbow trout and celebrate with a crisp beer — just make sure you have something to open the bottle, like one of these trout-themed openers.