The Peculiar Pencil
Some insights on why this rather unattractive lure is attractive to stripers and bluefish.
Tackle & Gear Reviews
Shimano Slow-Pitch Masters – Part 1 of 4
In the first installment of this four-part fishing series, Shimano Pro Benny Ortiz and Shimano Instructor Hiroto Yamamoto from Japan…
’24 New Product Review – Aqua-Clear Tackle from AFW
From inshore fluke and stripers, to summer/fall surf action with a variety of seasonal visitors, purchasing pre-tied rigs at your…
’24 New Product Review – Engel Coolers UltraLite 60
Join us at the Engel Cooler booth at ICAST ’24 as we check in with Mike Dixon. Hot off their…
’24 New Product Review – American Baitworks BaitFuel
American Baitworks started their success on the freshwater side of things but more recently introduced a lineup of super scented…
’24 New Product Review – Minn Kota & Humminbird
Think back 10 years, maybe just 5 or 6 at the most, and you wouldn’t see many trolling motors in…
Product Spotlight: Mustad Ultrapoint Nor
While down in Orlando, FL for the big international tackle show (ICAST) in July, I was talking Ben Conley at…
’24 New Product Review – DHUKR “Human De-Hooker”
For the faint of heart comes a warning – this New Product Review from the floor of ICAST shows an…
’24 New Product Review – Tsunami SaltX II 3000-8000 Series
Northeast anglers have waited a long time since product launch at ICAST ’23, but the new SaltX II 3000, 4000,…
Product Review: YakAttack Blackpak Pro
In 2024 the fishing kayak is a sophisticated fish hunting machine, complete with electronics, running lights, pedal power, comfortable seating…
’24 New Product Review – PENN Fathom Electric
The folks from PENN brought home the overall “Best in Show” award at ICAST ’24 in July for their new…
’24 New Product Review – Yo-Zuri New “Striper” Colors
From the floor of ICAST ’24 comes news from Yo-Zuri about a few hot new lure colors that Striper Coast…
Product Spotlight: Shimano Talica 20IIA/25IIA
fish.shimano.com/en-US When it comes to big game fishing, the Shimano Talica 20IIA and 25IIA stand out as top choices for…
Summer Dredging: Meet The Squinnow Jig
A little metal jig that packs a big punch for an assortment of species in the Northeast.
Surf Rod Selection: Size By Size Applications
Ideal surf rod applications by each length rod.
DIY Jigging: Tips For Rigging Your Own Jigs
There’s value in “aftermarket” rigging at the business end of your line.
