Riggin’ & Fishin’ Alabama Rigs
The crossover from salty umbrellas, to tournament bassing, and back again to the inshore grounds.
New Jersey & Delaware Bay
The Big Picture
“Six years of low recruitment.” That’s what NOAA Fisheries says about the summer flounder stock; six straight years of diminishing…
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?
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.
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.
Penn Spinfisher Vi
Before heading to ICAST in Orlando back in July, I’d asked a few fishing buddies if there were any specific products they wanted me to check out; based on my informal polling, the PENN Spinfisher VI looks to be one of the top reels hitting the market this fall!
It’s All About the Memory
Mrs. Lee Wulff (Joan), I believe, said fishing is a good test of character. A person’s reaction to adversity, especially cold, miserable weather; clearly demonstrates his or her dignity, humor, consideration and resolve.
Crankbait Porgies: Downsizing For Jumbos
I was very surprised to see that these small plugs appeared to work as well, if not better than bait.
A Steelheading Option: Lake Erie’s Tributaries
Lake Erie’s tributaries offer steelheading as good as anywhere in the region, minus the crowds.
Offshore Strategies: Transitioning Into Fall
The weather part of the equation plays a larger role in determining when and where you fish offshore.
The Old Grounds
The Old Grounds are named as such for a reason. Many moons ago, sailing ships would drop their ballast rock in the area in order to prepare to enter the shallower Delaware Bay waters.
Surf Transitions: Prepping for the Fall Run
The unofficial end of summer on Labor Day officially kicks open the door to the fall run.
