Jigs are some of the most effective lures on the market and a jig isn’t complete without a good jig trailer. There are standard jig trailers that everyone seems to use. But, sometimes it’s nice to show the fish a little something different. Show them the right trailer and it could make all the difference in the world. We are going to identify three not so common jig trailers … [Read more...]
Fishing Shallow In The Dog Days
One of my very favorite bites of the year is the early summer offshore bite. Big schools of bass congregate offshore and are easily plucked from their deep water holes. But, something happens once it gets too hot in July and August. The deep water fish have been beat to death and, all of the sudden; some shallow fish start to show up. Fishing shallow in the dog days is one of … [Read more...]
Dobyns Champion 703C – Review
I might be an addict. I really might be. I am completely addicted to trying every single fishing rod I can get my hands on. There’s no worse feeling than a customer asking if I’ve ever fished with the rod they are about to buy and having to say “No I haven’t”. It’s like taking a test I didn’t study for. Anyway, in my quest to fish with every rod in the universe, I happened upon … [Read more...]
Shimano Curado 200 I – Review
Shimano Curado 200 I series has taken the market by the storm over the past few months. There is just something that is synonymous with bass fishing and the word Curado. The Shimano Curados are probably the most iconic low profile casting reel in the fishing world. Anglers all across the country almost seem to hang on every word when there is talk about a new Curado. But, … [Read more...]
A Different Approach to Ledge Fishing
One of my absolute favorite ways to catch fish is when they first move out to the ledges and a good deep water bite can be found. When I first started to learn ledge fishing, I had some good luck fishing around deep stumps and brush. And there is no doubt that areas like these hold fish and some good ones too. But, as I gained experience and was able to begin using the … [Read more...]