On paper, explaining how a suspending jerkbait works couldn’t be easier. On the water, getting one to truly suspend is no easy task. All that “suspending” on the packaging of jerkbaits means is that ...

If you’re interested in learning how to fish a chatterbait, then you probably already have some basic knowledge about this effective bass lure. One of the more revolutionary baits to come along, Z-Man ...

New to bass fishing? Discover 10 proven tips for beginner anglers—from choosing the right gear and lures to understanding bass behavior. / Kurt Mazurek Largemouth bass live nearly everywhere ...

Learn why bass chase lures without biting and how to fix it. Follow five proven steps—adjusting depth, speed, size, sound, ...

This week we have a very important answer to a very important question: when is the right time to use a snap, or should I use ...

Love or hate invasive snakeheads, their popularity as a recreational target only continues to grow. Throughout their range on the East Coast, snakehead fishing tournaments are well attended, more lure ...

I have been told that the lures I have talked about so far have been primarily ones that are newer. I got one letter that said, “What’s the deal Sarley, you dinosaur? Haven’t you bought any lures in ...

I split my time between smallmouth and muskie in rivers, largemouth in reservoirs, and a wide variety of saltwater game fish in the Chesapeake bay. I also travel down throughout the east coast to fish ...

September is a transitional month for bass fishing and can be one of the trickiest all year, but October generally seems to be much more productive for me. Some fish will stay deeper, some will move ...

If you invited me out on your boat and I busted out a Banjo Minnow kit, what would you say? Would you make fun of me? Would you ask me for one because you caught so many fish on them as a kid?

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