Bass Fishing
Out of tune — A different crankbait tactic
While many anglers constantly tune their crankbaits to run straight, Stonewall’s Chucky Hamrick takes a slightly different approach when the occasion calls for it. […]
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Bass Fishing
Texas-rig tubes
Texas-rigging is a great option when working shallow cover, Stonewall’s Chucky Hamrick said. […]
Bass Fishing
Tips for going shallow
Chucky Hamrick of Stonewall is kind of like a shallower version of Bates. […]
Catfish
Bumping for cats
Catfish tactics have come a long and varied path from the days of just casting out lines and waiting for ol’ whisker-face to come strolling along. From trolling to casting, even getting in the water and noodling for them, catfish are becoming a more popular target. […]
Bass Fishing
Tourney X: Online tournaments made easy
It might be hard for old school bass anglers to grasp, but there’s a bass tournament going on right now, in cyberspace. Anglers don’t show up for weigh-ins, they don’t even bring fish to the ramp. […]
Bass Fishing
How to pick the right fishing kayak
Fishing kayaks come in two flavors, sit-on-top and cockpit boats.
Very few anglers are happy fishing from a cockpit style boat. Sit-on-tops allow more freedom of movement and have scuppers to let water drain. […]
Crappie/Bream
Bream with strawberry chutney
Tired of fried bream filets and french fries with cole slaw? This Bream with strawberry chutney recipe is a healthy way of preparing fish. […]
Crappie/Bream
State-record bream
The MDWFP tracks state records for freshwater species, and currently lists these as the biggest for the most-popular bream species. […]
Bass Fishing
When it’s time to change your fishing line
Learn the best, most-comfortable way to strip and respool line and stick with it to make it less of a chore. […]
Bass Fishing
Punching skirt keeps bulk when downsizing lure profile
If Caleb Sumrall is punching particularly thick vegetation, his preferred Missile D Bomb can begin hanging up. […]
Bass Fishing
Hoot Gibson’s frogging gear
“If I had my choice I’d use a broom handle to fish frogs with, but since I can’t I like a 7-foot 3-inch extra heavy action rod,” said Gibson. “You’ve got to set the hook and turn that fish right at the get-go. If you use a medium-heavy or limber rod you’re out of the ball game. I use my rod with a Shimano Curado with 65-pound PowerPro braid.” […]
Freshwater Fishing
Capps, Coleman Minnow Rig simplified
When Ronnie Capps and Steve Coleman were winning an unprecedented seven National Championship titles, they credited their success to their self-designed slow trolling system. […]