Fishing

Learn how to adjust baitcaster brakes for better spool control, smoother casts, and fewer backlashes before you start pushing for more distance.

Not sure which rod to buy? Explore lure fishing gear for beginners, from rod length and power to reels, line, lures, and accessories.

Learn how to find fish in new water with a metal jig, a slow bottom search, and a closer look at the shallow-to-deep break.

These weird fishing rigs combine hard baits and soft plastics in unexpected ways. See how each setup is built and whether one fits your next trip.

New to baitcasting? Learn how to prevent backlash on a baitcaster by setting the brakes, adjusting spool tension, and feathering the spool with your thumb.

Unsure what gear to buy first? This lure fishing setup for beginners guide covers spinning rods, reels, braid, fluorocarbon leaders, and lure weights.

Learn how to fish a popper lure, from picking a weight for shallow or open water to working the surface with short twitches and pauses.

Hard baits vs soft baits explained through four fishing situations. See what to cast in open water, heavy cover, or murky water.