2019-07-25 13:06
What To Look For In A Fish Finder Before You Buy
You’ve seen them for sale everywhere, and have watched many professional fi… Read More
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Fishing Skillz is a website and community created by fishermen for fishermen who are new to the sport, as well as experienced anglers who simply just want to try something totally new. From fishing for dorado in the open ocean to fly fishing small remote streams for rainbow trout in Alaska to fishing in the pond down the street, Fishing Skillz keeps it simple and fun with one thing in mind...to help you catch. more. fish.
2019-07-25 03:43
What Battery To Use For A Fish Finder (3 Best Fish Finder Batteries)
So, you might have recently got your hands on a new fish finder for your kayak or other boat, and you’re proba… Read More
2019-07-24 17:02
The Best Castable Fish Finder (For Shore Fishing) Bank fishing has a reputation for being a limited fishing method. Up until a few years ago, bank fishermen had to rely on dragging their l… Read More
2019-07-24 04:06
10 Best Bass Fishing Lakes In Texas
Everything is bigger in Texas, including the bass fishing. The State has many excellent bass fis… Read More
2019-07-20 03:33
The Best Fish Finder For A Kayak Or Canoe (Save Space With These Small Boat Fish Finders)I remember the first time I went fishing in a kayak. It wasn't a very fruitful day. I paddled my way… Read More
2019-07-19 19:04
Best Lipless Crankbait For Bass (Top 3) A Flexible And Reliable Option For Monster Bass The lipless crankbait is easily one of the most flexible and reliable lures a bass fisherman can use… Read More
2019-07-19 17:03
What Size Fishing Reel To Use For Bass Fishing (Spinning Reels And Baitcaster Reels)Have you just graduated from bluegill and channel catfish to largemouth bass? If so, you're probably worry… Read More
2019-07-16 19:05
Amazon Prime Day SpecialsBelow is the list of what I've found to be some of the best Amazon Prime Day sales on fishing equipment. REMINDER: These are only good until midnight tonight!&nb… Read More
2019-07-10 02:54
How Much Fishing Line To Put On A Spinning Reel?One of the easiest ways to increase your enjoyment on the water is to keep your fishing gear maintained properly. That includes keeping your l… Read More
2019-07-09 23:22
What Is Copolymer Fishing Line? (And When You Want To Use It)If you're ready to re-spool your reel and hit the lake, you might want to think twice before winding up the time-tested mono-fila… Read More
2019-07-09 21:12
Looking for the Best Reel for Swimbaits? Here Are 3 You’ll Want To Look At
Swimbaits are really starting to catch on across America. What was once mostly seen on the West Coast has mig… Read More
2019-07-09 13:04
The Best Mono Fishing Line For Surf Fishing (Top 3 Reviews)Surf fishing is a blast. There’s just no way to deny that fact. But things can quickly become un-fun...especially when using… Read More
2019-07-03 16:59
Braided Fishing Line VS Monofilament (Pros and Cons And When To Use Each)One of the big dilemmas in the world of fishing is whether to use monofilament fishing line or braided line. Each typ… Read More
2019-06-11 00:24
The Difference Between Large And Smallmouth Bass (How To Easily Tell Them Apart)It is easy to see how people can confuse the two. Deep bodies, big mouths, similar size, and often inhabit the… Read More
2019-06-06 21:52
The Best Tackle Bag For Kayak Fishing (And Canoes Too!)
(Top Pick) KastKing Hoss Tackle Bag
If you are looking for a bag loaded with features for your kayak fishing, defi… Read More
2019-05-30 20:18
Best Small Stream Fly Rod Combo With Reviews (And My Top Recommendation)
Introduction
Fly fishing in small streams can be highly rewarding. Along with likely escaping the bigger crowd… Read More
2019-05-30 19:24
How Big Do Rainbow Trout Get?
Rainbow trout, one of the most popular sport fish in the states today. From urban ponds, to mountain streams. Big rivers to coastal coves, the rainbow tr… Read More
2019-05-29 20:05
The Best Polarized Sunglasses For Sight Fishing
Sight Fishing Sunglasses (Quick List)
Introduction
I’m fortunate enough to live in an area of the country where clearwater is… Read More
2019-05-29 03:43
Best Fishing Line For Bass Baitcaster Reels
As bass anglers, we want the best. And the same holds true when we’re getting ready to load up our bass baitcaster reels with new line. W… Read More
2019-05-28 22:28
Looking For The Best Fishfinder For Pontoon Boat (Reviews)
Introduction
There’s a lot of boats that are specifically designed for one purpose. Skiing, wakeboarding, fishing… Read More
2019-05-14 16:53
How To Catch Trout In A Lake From Shore (Ultimate Guide To Bank Fishing For Trout)
Last spring, I took my son fishing at a nearby lake only about 5 miles from our house. It’s… Read More
2019-05-09 22:08
What Does A Copper John Fly Imitate?
Developed by John Barr in the early nineties, the Copper John fly has steadily increased in popularity to become a renowned and standard issue fly for… Read More
2019-05-09 16:48
Does Cabelas Price Match?
If you’ve spent any time at all hunting, fishing, or just participating in any kind of outdoor activity at all, then you’re most likely familiar with… Read More
2019-05-09 14:54
Does Bass Pro Shop Price Match?
You don’t have to be an avid angler or outdoorsman to recognize the name Bass Pro Shop. That’s because these guys are massive. Bass Pro Shop ha… Read More
2019-05-07 23:49
The Best Barometric Pressure For Fishing (With Barometric Pressure Fishing Chart)Does Barometric Pressure Really Affect Fishing?Ask any angler and you are bound to get a range of answers as… Read More
2019-05-07 05:29
The Best Fly Fishing Combo Under $200 (Reviews and Buying Guide)For me the thought of fly fishing invokes images of picturesque scenes of meandering streams and surfacing trout. It als… Read More
2019-05-03 18:54
The Best Wading Staff For Fly Fishing: Complete Reviews With Comparisons
(Top Pick) Kingfisher 54" Wading Staff
Easily deployed with one handTotal of 54 inch length when… Read More
2019-05-01 12:54
The Best Fishing Rod And Reel Combo For Beginners With ReviewsIntroductionThe first rod and reel combo I ever owned was a gift from my uncle. It was a 6’6” medium heavy Eagle Cla… Read More
2019-04-30 15:01
Which Is The Best All Around Fishing Line?
When you go to look for new fishing line when it’s time to re-spool your fishing reel, prepare to have your mind blown! The selection… Read More
2019-04-23 03:40
6 Steelhead Fishing Techniques That Work!Steelhead are well known as the ultimate game fish. Steelhead are elusive fish that can be extremely challenging to catch. These silvery torpedos wil… Read More
2019-04-01 00:10
How To Read A River For Fishing (A Guide On How To Find Trout In Streams)The best trout anglers know how read a river like a book. Analyzing every wave, bend, and eddy in the current with th… Read More
2019-03-11 05:17
5 Of The Best Saltwater Baitcasting Reels (Reviews and Buying Guide)
(Top Pick) Penn Squall LevelWind
The Penn Squall Levelwind is unquestionably my favorite on thi… Read More
2019-02-25 19:35
How To Hold Trout And Catch And Release Trout Unharmed
More and more there seems to be a trend towards people practicing catch-and-release fishing. Between personal choices, selective harve… Read More
2019-02-20 15:45
The Best Catfish Skinning Pliers (Catfish Cleaning Tool Reviews)IntroductionFishing for catfish can be a whole lot of fun. Catfish fight hard, there’s lots of them around almost everyw… Read More
2019-02-20 13:59
How To Skin A Catfish (3 Super Easy Steps!)Catfish can definitely put up one heck of a fight when you’re fishing for them. But they can also put up one heck of a fight on the cleaning… Read More
2019-02-16 01:02
Reviews Of The Best Fly Fishing Chest Packs (Stay Organized Out On The Water)(Top Pick)… Read More
2019-02-16 00:30
The Best Fishing Sunglasses (Reviews): For Fly Fishing and Everything Else(Top Pick) … Read More
2019-02-11 04:32
Fly Fishing Streamers: The Ultimate Guide To Streamer Fishing For Trout
Introduction To Streamer Fishing For TroutThe gripping sight of a gargantuan orange-bellied brown trout lurching from… Read More
2019-02-02 23:04
Best Bass Fishing in Arizona
Arizona is best known for its endless days of sunshine, desert landscapes, and stunning sunsets. However, to many anglers, the potential of Arizona as a bass fis… Read More
2019-02-02 19:51
The Best Fly Fishing Books For 2019With the wealth of information at your fingertips on the world wide web, it's easy to cast aside a physical book as valuable source of information. The int… Read More
2019-01-04 18:09
The Best Fishing In Arizona: Trout Fishing (Top 10 Trout Fishing Locations)Trout Fishing in the Desert SouthwestFrom the mountaintops to the deserts, trout fishing can be found in Arizona at… Read More
2019-01-04 07:28
The Best Frog Rod Reviews And Buyers GuideIn this post, we’re going to be talking about the best frog rods for fishing hollow body frogs. I love fishing these topwater frogs and it tak… Read More
2019-01-02 14:07
Bass Fishing Frogs: How To Fish Frog Lures To Catch More BassFishing with topwater frogs is without a doubt one of the funnest ways to catch bass, largemouth and smallmouth alike. There&rsqu&hell…Read More
2018-12-27 20:04
Reviews Of The Best Waders For Surf Fishing
(Top Pick) COMPASS 360 Deadfall Breathable STFT Chest Wader
A solid mix of quality, comfort and most importantly, affor… Read More
2018-12-10 23:34
TROUT HOOKS: A Guide To Choosing The Best Trout Fishing HooksIf you’re in the business of catching fish, the bait you use doesn’t do too much good without a hook. And not just an… Read More
2018-12-07 19:54
The Best Electric Trolling Motor For a Jon Boat (Top Reviews for 2019)
(Top Pick) Minn Kota Endura C2 55
With 55 lbs of thrust, this workhorse won’t have any… Read More
2018-12-05 02:15
The 5 Best Steelhead Fly Rod Reviews (And a Few Fly Fishing Tips For Beginners)
(Top Pick) Redington VICE Fly Fishing Rod
My top pick is without a doubt the… Read More
2018-11-28 05:24
9 Trout Fishing Tips, Tricks and Rigs Guaranteed To Up Your Fishing Game
While trout remain one of the most popular sport-fish to this day, they can still prove to be elusive critters to ca… Read More
2018-11-27 16:28
The Ultimate Guide On How To Fish For Trout: Plus Trout Fishing Tips, Techniques & TacticsIf you’re interested in learning how to fish for trout, then you’re in the right spo… Read More
2018-11-25 06:11
Rippin’ Lips With The Best Fishing Rod For Trout (Top 5 Reviews)One of the most versatile and commonly used fishing rigs, the spinning rod, presents a perfect choice for trout fishing… Read More
2018-11-08 18:37
Stillwater Fly Fishing (Techniques For Catching More Trout)The thought of fly fishing often invokes images of an angler casting and drifting flies down a gurgling creek or river for most peo… Read More
2018-11-06 20:27
9 Ways Fin Super Protects and Enhances Fishing GearSponsored ContentWhat is Fin Super and How Does It Work?Fin Super is a liquid aerosol spray that contains millions of microscopic solid lub… Read More
2018-10-25 22:07
The 5 Best Fly Fishing Waders For The Money(Top Reviews) + Buying GuideMany of us find that using fishing waders is an absolute must while out on the river or lakeside. I've been look… Read More
2018-10-18 19:21
How To Spool A Spinning Reel With Braided Line (5 Easy Steps)
Spooling a spinning reel with braided line can be frustrating. If you feel this way, you’re not alone. Here’s exactl… Read More
2018-10-15 04:25
The Best Tuna Rods (Top 5 Reviews For 2018)It’s been said that a fisherman is only as good as his rod.There’s a lot of truth in that statement. Especially when it comes to big wa… Read More
2018-10-11 17:26
The Best Fly Fishing Starter Kit (Top 5 Fly Fishing Rod And Reel Combos)One of the biggest obstacles for beginners to overcome when getting into fly fishing is purchasing the gear. Buying yo… Read More
2018-10-10 20:33
Fishing For Tuna! (Ultimate Guide On How To Fish For Tuna)Henry David Thoreau wrote: “Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after.”… Read More
2018-10-05 21:01
Ultimate Guide To Fly Fishing For Beginners! Waist deep immersion into mirror-like waters of a high alpine lake. The only disturbances to the mirror are that of the trout kissing the su… Read More
2018-10-04 00:13
Tuna Fishing Reel Reviews (The 5 BEST Offshore Tuna Reels)The first tuna I ever caught was a yellowfin tuna off the coast of Mazatlan, Mexico. And I’ve been in love with tuna fis… Read More
2018-09-18 18:59
The Best Salmon Fishing Rods (Top 5 Reviews)
Whether you’re after the hearty Sockeye Salmon, the behemoth King Salmon, or something in between you’ve come to the right place. Ser… Read More
2018-09-14 16:46
The Best Steelhead Fishing Rods (Top 5 Reviews)
From Russia, to California, the Great Lakes, and beyond, the sport of steelhead fishing is in full swing and growing fast. Fishing for steel… Read More
2018-09-12 22:37
5 Best Steelhead Rigs For Bank FishingIf you’re new to steelhead fishing, welcome to the club. We steelheaders are the rare breed that can’t wait for the warm weather to le… Read More
2018-09-12 05:19
The Best Fishing Line For SteelheadIf you've been fishing for steelhead for any amount of time, then you know exactly how frustrating it is to lose one at your feet. Especially if its… Read More
2018-09-11 23:19
How To Tie An EGG LOOP KNOT: The Ultimate Steelhead Fishing KnotThe egg loop knot is the go-to fishing knot for salmon and steelhead fishermen who like to drift roe, or eggs. But its usefuln… Read More
2018-09-11 04:56
The BEST Trout Lures Of All Time! (Top 8 Trout Fishing Lures Reviewed)I’ve been fishing for trout my entire life. When I was six I would wake up before my parents on camping trips, gra… Read More
2018-09-01 02:54
The Best Fishing Gift Ideas For AnglersBuying the perfect gift for anyone can be a difficult task in and of itself. But finding the perfect gift for a anglers can seem almost impossibl… Read More
2018-08-06 18:58
The Best Trolling Motor Mount For Your CanoeAll of us want to get to our favorite fishing spots as fast as we can and get our lines in the water immediately. Paddling a canoe will get… Read More
2018-08-02 22:39
9 Best Ways For Removing The FISH Smell From Your HandsI recently took my son on a multi-day canoe camping trip. Fortunately, we ended up catching a lot of fish along the way. Sm… Read More
2018-06-28 23:06
Bobber Fishing! The Ultimate Guide To Using Fishing FloatsIt’s difficult to explain why float fishing is so special. Perhaps it's the natural and sensitive method of presenting the bai… Read More
2018-06-21 23:20
7 Summer Bass Fishing Tips: How To Catch Bass When It's Hot!Summer time bass fishing is one of my favorite things to do during those hot months when the kids are out of school and daylight s… Read More
2018-06-21 13:50
What Do Bass Eat?If you spend any real amount of time fishing for bass, you and millions of others like you have probably wondered, “What do bass like to eat?”Asking yourself tha… Read More
2018-06-14 14:01
3 Killer SENKO WORM Rigs And How To Fish Them (Step By Step Guide)If you’ve been reading any of my other articles about bass fishing, then you know that I have a pretty strong opinion… Read More
2018-06-08 18:11
Beginners Guide To Fishing For Bass: It's Easier Than You Think!“Bass fishing is a deep subject with tons of information and that is what makes it extremely fun and interesting. You wi… Read More
2018-06-05 04:26
Is Biodegradable Fishing Line The Future Of Fishing?How many times have you walked along the side of the river bank or along a lakeshore and come across multiple birdnests of someones old di… Read More
2018-05-21 17:01
The Best Fishing Reel Oil AND Best Fishing Reel GreaseMaintaining your fishing reels and keeping them clean and well lubricated not only gives your reel a longer life, but it can also mean t… Read More
2018-05-17 19:06
Jetty Fishing For Salmon! (Top 3 Methods)About 20 years ago, I had the chance to head out and experience fishing for salmon in the open ocean for the very first time. This particular weekend… Read More
2018-05-14 17:59
The Best Spinning Reel For Trout
Are you ready to take your trout fishing game to the next level?Well, you’ve come to the right place! After reading this article, you will know exactly… Read More
2018-05-08 23:17
Jetty Fishing In Oregon Jetty fishing is easy, fun and fairly simple for anglers of all skill levels. Jetty fishing is also inexpensive which makes it a great way to introduce kids and… Read More
2018-05-07 23:12
The Best Ultralight Spinning ReelSearching for the holy grail of ultralight spinning reels can be a cumbersome and time-consuming experience.Lucky for you we spent countless hours testing an… Read More
2018-05-04 23:27
Fishing For Beginners: How To Start Fishing Now!Over the years I’ve had the privilege of teaching a number of people the basics of fishing and start them off on their fishing journey.S… Read More
2018-05-02 19:01
Best Trolling Motor Battery (Top 5 Reviews For 2018)You could be the proud owner of one of the best electric trolling motors in the world, but without a dependable deep cycle marine battery… Read More
2018-04-20 18:47
Review: Okuma Ceymar Spinning Reel (A Great Spinning Reel Under $50)IntroductionAre you looking for one of the best spinning reels under $50? Do you need a fishing reel that works just… Read More
2018-04-17 23:16
The Best Crab Trap For Dungeness (Review Of The Top 3)I'm not sure there's anything I love more than loading up the back of the boat with an arsenal of crab traps and heading out into the ba… Read More
2018-04-17 19:09
The Best Stackable Crab Traps (Top 4 Reviews)There’s nothing more convenient or satisfying than loading up your boat or even the back of your pickup with your collection of stackable c… Read More
2018-04-11 15:55
How Many Crabs Are In A Bushel (And Much More!)Credit: Benjamin WilsonPerhaps you’re planning on having a large group of friends over for a crab feast. Or maybe you’re gett… Read More
2018-04-10 19:01
The Ultimate Guide To Fishing Reels (Types, Uses, Pros and Cons)The ultimate guide to fishing reels was written with an all too real scenario in mind. Picture this, you're heading out to the… Read More
2018-04-06 13:47
The Ultimate Guide To Learning How To Catch CrabI can’t remember the first time I went crabbing. But something about it forged a love in my soul for catching crab. There&rs&hell…Read More
2018-04-02 16:52
Monofilament VS Fluorocarbon Fishing Line (5 Surprising Differences)It’s a struggle every fisherman has encountered at some point. Your bags are packed, and everything is just right fo… Read More
2018-04-02 04:26
Best Rod And Reel Combo For CatfishWhether you are brand new to the catfishing world or need a little refresher, there are things you'll want to know to make the entire experience a success… Read More
2018-03-30 21:31
Do Fish Hooks Dissolve In A Fish's Mouth?How old do you think fish hooks are? If you guessed 23,000 years old, you would not only be correct but should probably buy a lottery ticket. Fish ho… Read More
2018-03-26 23:16
Best Monofilament Fishing Line For Spinning Reels (Top 5 for 2018)I’m getting my spinning reels set up for this fishing season, so I wanted to take some time and share with you what I… Read More
2018-03-24 05:04
The Best Surf Fishing Rod And Reel Combo For The MoneyI’ve been getting into surf perch fishing again recently so I wanted to take some time and share with you what I’ve found to… Read More
2018-03-22 21:51
The Best Spinning Rod Under $50 (5 Reviews For 2018)
I’ve been in the market lately for a high quality spinning rod. The fishing rod I’ve been looking for is for my son, s… Read More
2018-03-21 23:12
Best Saltwater Rod And Reel Combo For The Money (Top 5 For 2018)
Saltwater fishing requires fishing gear that’s specifically designed for saltwater. Take your freshwater reel for examp… Read More
2018-03-17 04:29
Ultimate Guide To Braided Fishing Line: The Best And Worst. Plus Tips For Using Braided Line
The newer braided fishing lines that are available can be used on virtually any reel. Many folks… Read More
2018-03-08 18:46
An Alaska Fishing Trip Packing List: What To Pack For Your Alaska Fishing Trip
I think you’ll agree that packing for any kind of trip can be daunting. What should I take. What sh… Read More
2018-03-08 01:01
How Much To Tip A Charter Boat Mate
Mate. Deckhand. Second in command. Regardless of what you call them, the person on the fishing boat thats working his or her tail off to get you fis… Read More
2018-03-07 21:50
Can You Use A Freshwater Fishing Reel In Saltwater?
When I started saltwater fishing, I didn’t own one piece of saltwater fishing gear, let alone a designated saltwater fishing r… Read More
2018-03-02 23:53
How To Clean a Fishing Reel After Saltwater Use
When I was 17, a friend of mine took me jetty fishing for the first time in my life. I’ve been back a thousand times since.  &hell…Read More
2018-03-01 21:56
Halibut Fishing Tips: 23 Halibut Fishing Tips To Put More Butts In The Boat!
The awesome part about catching halibut, is that we as fisherman are not required in any way to exaggerate about… Read More
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