Christmas is right around the corner and, for the surf fisherman on your list, there are some great gift ideas that will bring a smile to their face whether it’s Christmas, their birthday, anniversary or any occasion. If you are a fisherman, or know one, you can bet fishing gear and accessories are always high … Read more
It may be hard to believe, but yes there are still a few American Made fishing rod companies. The ODM surf rods from OutDoor Monkeys, LLC of Jersey City, New Jersey are a prime example. ODM Rods were first introduced to the public in 2015 and since, have built a reputation for the highest quality, … Read more
I have, and continue to use, reels from a number of companies. I have reviewed several including: Penn, Shimano, Okuma, Daiwa and Piscifun to name a few. The folks at Shimano are always one of the leaders in new technologies and innovation and they didn’t disappoint this year. We’re going to look at 4 of … Read more
As Fishermen, we are all too familiar with the fact that fishing gear is expensive and only going to get more expensive over time. But there are some new companies that are emerging that offer direct to consumer sales of high quality less expensive fishing gear. Piscifun is one of those companies that can save … Read more
Drones are everywhere. They are being used for everything from surveillance to delivery and yes, they are even being used for fishing. The new SwellPro Splash Drone 4 is the most recent entry into the “fishing drone” market. Designed from the ground up as a true “fishing” drone and 100% waterproof. I thought we might … Read more
If you are into Surf fishing, or thinking of giving it a try, you will need some specialized gear including surf rods. The best surf rods will, in general, be longer and with a heavier action than your standard inshore or freshwater rods. You need the longer heavier action rods to handle large fish like … Read more
For those of us who occassionally venture offshore, whether in a boat or kayak, we need to be prepared in case disaster strikes and we find ourselves in need of help. Marine radios can be a literal lifesaver in these situations. We’ve taken a look at TowBoatUS before, for when you find yourself stranded and … Read more
The world of technology keep changing, and seemingly, at an ever-increasing pace. Fishing has not been without its rapid advancements in innovation and technology. The Gannet Pro Plus Drone is just one example of how tech and gadgets are influencing fishing and fishermen. Whether for better or worse, one thing is for sure, things will … Read more
You may have heard about the FishBrain app for your phone where you can get maps, fishing locations, fishing reports and more right on your smart phone. It was inevitable that the smart phone, with all of it’s available apps, someone would eventually develop a fishing app. FishBrain did and, I’m sure there will be … Read more
Daiwa spinning reels have been around longer than I have and I’m pretty sure they will be around long after I’m gone too. 😉 Spinning reels have the advantage of casting distance, ease of use, and no backlashes. This makes them a great choice for the beginner or inexperienced angler as well as the old … Read more
