The 7 Best Daiwa Spinning Reels

Daiwa Spinning Reels review

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

TowBoatUS Review 7 Ways You Can Save

There are two types of boaters in the world, those that have broke down and needed to be towed in, and those who will break down and need a tow. TowBoatUS is ready 24/7 365 when you find yourself stranded and needing a tow back to the dock, or something as simple as a jump … Read more

5 Best Beach and Surf Fishing Carts on a Budget

We have looked at beach and fishing carts in previous articles. As you may have noticed, some “top-of-the-line” fishing carts can get rather pricey to say the least. There are some good quality alternatives available and we will take a look at what I think are some best beach and fishing carts that won’t break … Read more

How to Find New Fishing Areas Victoria Barge Canal

We all have our favorite fishing holes or our home waters, so to speak, but sometimes we venture out and try new areas. Either by design or necessity, we find ourselves fishing unfamiliar waters. The question is; What do you do now? Where to fish, how to fish, what to fish for all come to … Read more

Best Fishing Rod Racks for Your Vehicle 2023

best fishing rod racks for vehicles

If you are new to surf fishing, or like me a veteran of the beach front, you know that hauling all the gear you need for a surf fishing trip can be a real challenge. Particularly when it comes to your expensive rods and reels. Bouncing around in the back of your vehicle can result … Read more

5 Best Beach and Surf Fishing Carts

5 best beach and surf fishing carts

If you are familiar with surf fishing or beach fishing, you know that you can’t always drive to your fishing hole. Some beaches are restricted to pedestrians or “non-motorized” vehicles. The problem then becomes, how to get all of your fishing gear, and supplies to your desired fishing destination? Well, there is a solution, and … Read more

Fantastic Springtime Texas Surf Reds

Springtime Redfish in the Texas Surf

It’s official, spring has arrived, the Texas Surf is warming and so is the fishing. While here in south Texas we had a very unusually freeze event in February 2021, that caused a large fish kill in our bay systems, the beach front is still very much alive and well. This past weekend, March 20-21, … Read more

Okuma Fishing’s Best Surf Rods the latest innovations

Okuma Surf Rods Review

Established in 1986, OKUMA FISHING is a fishing tackle manufacturer based in Taiwan. OKUMA FISHING strives to deliver the ultimate fishing experience to everyone, as well as create the best fishing reels and rods for our fellow anglers, which are lightweight and precise, including surf rods. QUICK LOOK: My Top 3 Recommended Okuma Surf Rods: … Read more

Awesome Shimano Surf Spinning Reels

shimano surf reels

Shimano is a highly recognized and respected name in the fishing tackle industry. They have a stellar reputation for quality, strength and durability. Every fisherman who has owned and enjoyed using Shimano Surf tackle can thank Japanese visionary Shozaburo Shimano, who in 1921 declared “I aim to make Shimano’s products the best in Kansai, then … Read more

Review – The Surf Fishing Quick Start Guide

Surf Fishing Quick Start Guide

In case, you can’t guess by the name: The Beach Angler, I love surf fishing. Now, maybe you are new to surf fishing or not even sure what it is. In that case, check out my article: What is Surf Fishing, and that should get you a good overview on the subject. I’ve recently come … Read more