Features
Plug Building: Trophy Tackle Needlefish
One of the Striper Coast’s more respected plug builders takes on the Trophy Needlefish, a design that relied heavily on input from legendary surfman Steve Campo.
2017 Outboard Motor Buyer’s Guide
Whether you’re considering purchasing a new boat and motor or repowering an old favorite, here’s a rundown on the newest additions and innovations in the outboard power market.
Riggin’ & Fishin’ Alabama Rigs
The crossover from salty umbrellas, to tournament bassing, and back again to the inshore grounds.
Pulley Ridge, Florida Keys
Northeast headboat action, Key West style, with plenty of variety in a bottom fisherman’s paradise.
Flukin’ in the New Year: Old Story, New Cutbacks
Major cuts to the 2017 fluke quota, but is there more to the summer flounder recruitment story than meets the eye?
The Story Behind Steiger Craft Boats
Al Steiger’s passion for fishing is clearly reflected in the Steiger Craft lineup of custom fishing boats.
Crowning the 2016 Dream Boat Champion
The 2016 Dream Boat champion proved it takes more than luck to take home the Grand Prize.
2017 Boat Buyer’s Guide
The Fisherman’s long time boating editor delivers the most comprehensive boat buyer's guide available as he reveals the latest models and some of the next-generation standard features found on today’s fishing boats.
More In This Issue
Virginia Beach Stripers
When cold weather finally drives the striped bass to their wintering grounds at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Beach is definitely the place to be for folks looking to follow the migration.
Why You Should Take a Kid Fishing
I am 13 years old and I love fishing. I went fishing for the first time when I was 3 years old
Start the New Year Light
Many New Year’s resolutions try to make us “better” in some way, but aren’t much fun if we have to cut down on juicy burgers, frosty beer and sweet desserts.