Berkley Gulp Ripple Mullet is a soft plastic bait that’s built a reputation for catching fish in both saltwater and freshwater. I keep a pack of these in my tackle box every time I go fishing, and I’ve seen firsthand how they can turn slow days around. QUICK LOOK: Tips for Fishing with the Berkley … Read more
The Z-Man SWAG LT Swimbait is made for anglers who want a tough, lifelike, and versatile soft bait for catching trophy bass and other big predatory fish. As someone who is always searching for reliable swimbaits that can withstand rough conditions and sharp-toothed strikes, I understand how crucial it is to have both quality and … Read more
Nomad Switcher Shrimp lures have become a top choice for anglers who like to chase inshore saltwater fish or anyone looking for something effective and really flexible for different types of fishing. With their unique design and true-to-life movement, these artificial shrimp are starting to pop up in more tackle boxes throughout coastal areas. QUICK … Read more
If you spend any time fishing for inshore species like speckled trout or redfish, chances are you’ve heard about the Mirrolure Soft-Dine lures. These soft-bodied suspending twitchbaits have built a reputation for drawing strikes from even the most hesitant fish. I’ve spent plenty of time fishing with them and think they deserve a close look … Read more
Fishing the Mirrolure Mirrodine suspending twitchbait has become one of my favorite ways to target inshore game fish like speckled trout, redfish, and snook. This lure is designed to mimic a wounded baitfish, and when worked correctly, it looks incredibly realistic in the water. QUICK LOOK I want to break down how I use the … Read more
The Daiwa Switch Hitter lure has built quite a following among anglers, and I can see why. It’s not always easy to track down a pencil lure that holds up in so many circumstances, especially if you regularly fish pressured waters or deal with sudden weather and current changes. After using the Switch Hitter many … Read more
The Daiwa Salt Pencil is one of those topwater lures that I keep handy when targeting aggressive saltwater predators. It’s recognized for its easy “walk-the-dog” action, rugged build, and eye-catching Laser Impact finish. QUICK LOOK: Performance and Features of the Daiwa Salt Pencil Lures If you’re after a versatile lure for saltwater and the occasional … Read more
Finding trophy speckled trout often comes down to how convincingly I can present bait in the right spot, for the right amount of time. Suspending baits have become my go-to choice, especially when the biggest fish in the water are wary or sluggish. QUICK LOOK: Tips for Using Suspending Baits for Trophy Speckled Trout Using … Read more
The Berkley PowerBait Unrigged Cullshad Swimbait is my go-to when I want to target big bass with a soft swimbait that gives me flexibility in how I rig and fish it. This bait is unique among soft swimbaits for its tough construction and natural swimming action. I find that it stands out in my tackle … Read more
If you enjoy fishing on California beaches, you might already know that scents and artificial baits can make a big difference when targeting surf perch and similar species. Figuring out which options work and how to use them is something I’ve spent a lot of time experimenting with during my trips up and down the … Read more
