5 Best Budget Surf Fishing Rod And Reel Combos For Under $100

Lady angler in a black bikini carrying her surf fishing spinning rod and reel combo as she walks along the beach

Are you new to Surf fishing, or maybe considering taking up the sport? If so, you’re probably looking for a good surf fishing rod and reel combo that will get you started on the right foot and not break the bank. As you might know, when it comes to surf fishing, the gear you choose … Read more

5 Benefits And Drawbacks Of Using Braided Fishing Line In Saltwater

Lady angler fighting a shark from the front of her boat using a spinning reel spooled with Braided fishing line

Saltwater fishing is a challenge that calls for skill and the right gear. And, as a critical part of that gear, your choice of fishing line is vital. A braided fishing line has become a popular option for saltwater anglers in recent years. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Using braided fishing line in saltwater has some distinct advantages. … Read more

7 Top Electric Fishing Reels For Saltwater

Electric Fishing Reels for Saltwater - A Lady angler in a pink bikini sitting on the back of a boat between two electric fishing reels

Electric fishing reels? Yes, they really do exist. This is just another example of how technology has transformed the sport of saltwater fishing. Electric fishing reels are no longer novelties; they’ve become powerful tools that can give anglers the upper hand. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Electric fishing reels are designed for specialized fishing situations, like deep dropping … Read more

Reviewing The 8.8lb Capacity Cuta Copter Trident Boss+ For Fishing

Landy angler on the beach holding a nice fish and her Cuta Copter Trident Boss waterproof fishing drone

Cuta-Copter, the fishing drone pioneer has been building some of the toughest fishing drones on the planet since 2014. The Cuta CopterTrident Boss waterproof fishing drone is built in South Africa and has taken over the top spot for payload capacity among fishing drones at 8.8 lbs. A spot formerly held by the SwellPro Fisherman … Read more

3 Critical Factors to Surf Fishing For Steelhead Or Chasing Rainbows With Attitudes

surf fishing for steelhead featured image. Angler casting from the beach and an inset photo of him holding a nice steelhead caught in the surf

Have you ever tried surf fishing for Steelhead? Steelhead trout, also known as ocean-going rainbow trout or sea trout, spend part of their lives in saltwater. And, if you know when and where to look, you can catch them in the surf. QUICK LOOK: Steelhead returning to spawning rivers from spending time in the open ocean … Read more

The New Swellpro Fisherman FD1+ Vs The SwellPro Fisherman FD1

SwellPro Fisherman FD1 Plus featured image showing a fisherman walking down the beach holding his rod and reel in one hand and his SwellPro FD1 Plus in the other.

Drone fishing is growing rapidly, and SwellPro has been leading the industry in innovation and technology. They recently released an upgraded version of their highly successful Fisherman FD1 fishing drone the new SwellPro Fisherman FD1 Plus. QUICK LOOK: The SwellPro Fisherman FD1 drone is being discontinued and replaced with the new advanced SwellPro FD1+. The … Read more

Tips For King Mackerel Fishing From The Beach

Tips for King Mackerel Fishing - Lady angler standing in the bow of a boat holding up a large king mackerel by it's tail

One of the great things about living along the Texas Gulf Coast is the abundant fishing opportunities it provides. King Mackerel fishing is a prime example. Typically you fish for king mackerel offshore or nearshore by trolling or drifting. There are times, however, when king mackerel venture close to shore and can be caught from … Read more

3 Tips For Long-Distance Casting While Surf Fishing

Long-distance casting featured image showing surf angler making an overhand cast

Casting distance, when it comes to surf fishing, can be the difference between catching fish and just fishing. Distance matters because it allows you to cover more water and reach the fish hanging just out of reach of most surf anglers. If you’ve been surf fishing long, no doubt you have come across a school … Read more

Reviewing The New KastKing ReKon Spinning Reel

Photo of the KastKing ReKon Spinning reel and two lady anglers posing with their Kastking spinning reels

I recently got my hands on the new KastKing ReKon spinning reel and want to share my initial impression and experiences with you, so you can determine if it’s the right fit for your fishing arsenal. The folks at KastKing have earned a loyal following among anglers for producing affordable yet reliable fishing gear. QUICK … Read more

The Evolution Of Saltwater Fly Fishing In 2024 And Beyond

Saltwater Fly fishing - Casey Smartt of caseysmartt.com fly fishing the Texas surf

Saltwater fly fishing continues to grow in popularity. Evolving from the traditions of freshwater fly fishing, it has developed its own specialized gear and following. We’re going to take a look at the gear, techniques, and applications to see just what the attraction is to catching saltwater fish with a buggy whip. 😉 QUICK LOOK: … Read more