In Today’s Newsletter:
Kayak Angler Lands Giant Bass To Cheers From Restaurant Crowd
An angler's battle with an 11-pound, 8-ounce largemouth bass turned into a public spectacle when restaurant patrons stopped their meals to cheer him on from shore.
Best Prime Day Deals For Anglers
Every year, Amazon Prime Day offers great deals on rods, reels, tackle and more. Find hundreds of dollars in savings on our favorite fishing sunglasses, satellite communicators, rod and reel combos, fishing line, and more.
Fish Vancouver Island: Catch Halibut, Lingcod And Salmon
Where to go, what to use and how to get the most out of a trip to the Emerald Island.
Best Saltwater Baitcasters For 2026
The first rule of saltwater fishing: Even the most advanced baitcasting reels will fail if they aren’t made for marine conditions. The precision gears, lightweight body and vulnerable materials of a freshwater reel won’t hold up. To fish in saltwater, a baitcaster needs to be engineered and built with stronger, tougher and more powerful components. Anything less will not survive the salt, sand, mud and monster fish. When it comes to the right saltwater baitcaster for the job, these are our picks.
13 Industry Leaders On The State Of Kayak Fishing
Tariffs, innovation, growing the sport and whether the kayak fishing arms race has finally gone too far.
Plastic Surgery: 4 Ways To Fix Up Your Old Kayak
Bring new life to your old kayak with quick and easy upgrades.
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