The handle area of a fishing rod is one of the most customized areas on the pole. It sits just beneath the reel and just slightly above the reel. It is where you grip the pole, and anglers use various materials to “improve” the grip. In this blog, we go over pole grips, materials, and … Read more
Abu Garcia is an extremely well-established brand in the fishing market with some of the best reels that you can find, but they also make plenty of high-quality rods. However, a company as large and prestigious as Abu Garcia doesn’t just cater to the pros, many of which Abu Garcia sponsors. That said, what happens … Read more
Fluted Bamboo fly rods are excellent, and they have been around since 1933. Their introduction to the flyfishing world broke casting records and improved the love of flyfishing for generations. Fly-fishing is exhilarating, and with a hollow-fluted fly rod, you experience so much more of that thrill. What these unique and often handcrafted fly rods … Read more
It gets confusing sometimes when you shop for fishing rods. In this blog we focus on ultralight rods vs. light fishing rods and give you the verdict. First things first! The word “weight” in this blog means the amount of pressure needed to bend the rod. Stiffer rods have heavier weights. So an ultralight rod … Read more
Surf fishing is a hobby enjoyed by many people around the world. One of the most important things for surf fishers to consider when they are out on the water, apart from their bait and hooks, is what type of rod they should use. Surf casting rods have become very popular because this specific type … Read more
Perhaps you hear the saltwater calling and you want to try inshore fishing, fishing in depths of two to 20 feet, using your canoe, kayak, or small boat. You need the right fishing rod because, as you probably know, the rod is more important than the reel. You need an affordable, high-end performance inshore casting … Read more
The Berkley Cherrywood HD Casting Rod is definitely not the right rod for all fishermen, but in the right hands, it’s a great option that provides many ideal benefits. That being said, it is a bit of an odd duck as its features don’t always match the intended consumer. However, you’ll be hard-pressed to find … Read more
Not only do quality a pair of sunglasses keep you stylish while you’re fishing, but they can also make it easier to see what’s around you. The key is to use the right lens color for the type of fishing you’re doing. By matching your lenses to the light conditions, you can become a better … Read more
The walleye is a fantastic fish. They are predatory fish that are not only wonderful to catch but also to eat. You fish for walleye by trolling for them in a lake or using a lure in shallow water. Juvenile walleye school and you find them in open water away from other predatory fish. The … Read more
Whether you’re on the lake, river, or ocean, there are few things better than getting out on the water with a rod and a line and catching your dinner as nature intended. However, “a man is only as good as his tools,” and so it goes with fishermen as well. While there are plenty of … Read more