Jerkbaits are the premier cold-water clear-water bass lure. Learn the difference between suspending and floating models, how water temperature determines pause length, tuning for neutral buoyancy, and color selection for 2026.
Dry fly fishing during a hatch is the pinnacle of fly fishing. Learn the major North American hatches, how to read rise forms, select the right pattern, present it without drag, and understand the caddis and mayfly life cycle for 2026.
Greater amberjack are the most powerful reef fish in the Gulf and Atlantic. Learn live bait technique on structure, knife jigging, how to fight them on heavy tackle, and current AJ regulations for 2026.
The ChatterBait changed bass fishing when it arrived in 2006. Learn the best trailer combinations, retrieve variations through grass and open water, tackle setup, and when the bladed jig outfishes every other mid-column presentation in 2026.
The Ned rig is the most consistent finesse bass technique in modern fishing. Learn the Z-Man TRD setup, why ElaZtech material is essential, the slow-drag technique, and the specific conditions where the Ned rig dominates all other presentations in 2026.
Yellow perch are beloved across the Great Lakes and northern US. Learn Great Lakes jigging, blade bait technique, live emerald shiner fishing, ice fishing for perch, and why fresh perch from Lake Erie is among the finest table fare in freshwater for 2026.
Topwater bass fishing is the most exciting form of freshwater fishing. Learn the four categories of topwater lures, when to use each, the walk-the-dog technique, frog hooksets, and the critical role of the pause in 2026.
False albacore are the fastest inshore fish on the Atlantic Coast and among the most challenging. Learn light tackle setup, the critical small lure selection, fly fishing for albies, and how to find and fish the fall blitz in 2026.
The shaky head is the underrated finesse technique that consistently catches bass when others fail. Learn stand-up jig selection, the best finesse worms, proper shaking technique, and when to choose shaky head over drop shot in 2026.
The best fishing times are more specific than dawn and dusk. Learn the science behind light levels, temperature, tides, and seasonal patterns that determine when fish feed — and how to pick the right hours for every species in 2026.
