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SteelShad among the most versatile bass fishing baits on the market by John Felsher (11/08/2009)
Measuring 2.5 inches and weighing 3/8-ounce, a SteelShad mimics a threadfin shad in size, movement and color. It might attract any fish that would eat a shad or a menhaden, which includes just about every predatory fish! Probably the most versatile bait on the market, a SteelShad catches fish from top to bottom. With a little manipulation, it can imitate a wounded shad struggling on the surface, a sinking baitfish or one trying to flee predators.
Measuring 2.5 inches and weighing 3/8-ounce, a SteelShad mimics a threadfin shad in size, movement and color. It might attract any fish that would eat a shad or a menhaden, which includes just about every predatory fish! Probably the most versatile bait on the market, a SteelShad catches fish from top to bottom. With a little manipulation, it can imitate a wounded shad struggling on the surface, a sinking baitfish or one trying to flee predators.
Getting A Stuck Fishing Rod Apart by Stefano Schoonees (10/22/2009)
Getting a stuck fishing rod apart can drive you bonkers, or worse, end in a broken rod. Here is a easy workable solution to this problem.
Getting a stuck fishing rod apart can drive you bonkers, or worse, end in a broken rod. Here is a easy workable solution to this problem.
Buzz Bait Trick by Tod Costello (08/11/2009)
When using a buzz bait and the fish are not actually hitting the bait..aka...missing it, here is a tip to get bass to actually attack your buzz bait
When using a buzz bait and the fish are not actually hitting the bait..aka...missing it, here is a tip to get bass to actually attack your buzz bait
Rapala Floating Minnow by Tod Costello (07/22/2009)
The Rapala Floating Minnow, F-13, is the best bait you can get to find out the activity of bass on any lake in the world.
The Rapala Floating Minnow, F-13, is the best bait you can get to find out the activity of bass on any lake in the world.
That Perfect Fishing Rod by Hap Farrell (06/13/2009)
This is about the building of the perfect rod to use with lead core line. How you explain to the builder what you want.
This is about the building of the perfect rod to use with lead core line. How you explain to the builder what you want.
Winter Fishing Tackle - Clean Up... by Woody Gore (01/05/2009)
Every now and then on those cold winter mornings, its time to settle back in a warm garage and empty out that tackle box. Throw away rusty old tackle, hooks and the like and treat yourself to a few new items.
Every now and then on those cold winter mornings, its time to settle back in a warm garage and empty out that tackle box. Throw away rusty old tackle, hooks and the like and treat yourself to a few new items.
Do custom rods make the difference? by Gil Coombes (09/01/2008)
Does the $$$ difference between a mass production rod and a custom rod make for a difference in producing fish? We at Smokin Em Charters believe so and that is just one of the reasons that custom rods are on both our inshore and offshore charter boats.
Does the $$$ difference between a mass production rod and a custom rod make for a difference in producing fish? We at Smokin Em Charters believe so and that is just one of the reasons that custom rods are on both our inshore and offshore charter boats.
Maintaining Your Tackle: Fun or Frustration? by Butch Rickey (08/23/2007)
I can still remember my first spinning reels. They were an old Quick and a French made Centura. They were given to me by an old couple who were friends of my parents when we lived on Captiva Island. The reels were in bad need of repair.
I can still remember my first spinning reels. They were an old Quick and a French made Centura. They were given to me by an old couple who were friends of my parents when we lived on Captiva Island. The reels were in bad need of repair.
Be Prepared For Fishing Success by Joel DeBoer (08/13/2007)
North-Central Wisconsin guide Joel DeBoer discusses the importance of "being prepared" on the water to increase your fishing success
North-Central Wisconsin guide Joel DeBoer discusses the importance of "being prepared" on the water to increase your fishing success