We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more An ice fishing rod may seem like a simple device, but not every ice fishing rod is ...

There's one thing crankbait rods for bass all have in common—a parabolic bend. That flex, which is described as a slow or moderate action, stretches from tip to handle. It creates long casts, controls ...

Just like open water fishing, success on hard water requires using the right tools for the job. Dr. Jason Halfen No different than in open water, each trip on the ice is unique: we fish at different ...

I was recently asked by a reader to recommend an all-around saltwater fishing rod, not too expensive. Well, an all-around rod can be compared to an all-around golf club. To do things right, you need a ...

Immersing yourself in the great outdoors, unwinding, reconnecting with nature and indulging in a sport Herbert Hoover once described as “a chance to wash one’s soul with pure air,” fishing holds a ...

I’ve been reviewing fly rods, fly reels, and other gear for the better part of a decade. And fly rods at every price point have only become better. When it comes to the best fly fishing rods for ...

In fact, Smith founded and sold his first fishing-based company, which made lures, before he graduated from college.

It’s not always necessary to have a two or three-piece rod and a holdall to enjoy a day’s fishing. Sometimes, all it takes is a compact rod stashed in the boot or tucked into a suitcase to turn an ...