Best Times for Largemouth Bass Spawning in Central Ohio

QuestionMy husband and I have a cabin in central Ohio that we vacation at. We are trying to get out there at the best possible times for largemouth fishing

Box Swivels in Fishing Lures: A Timeline & Identification Guide

QuestionCan you tell me about when fishing lure manufacturers stopped using the old box swivels? For example, if you see a lure with this type swivel, obvi

Understanding Graphite Rod Stages in Fly Fishing: A Quick Overview

QuestionWhat is stage 1,2,3,and 4 graphite when it comes to fly rods? AnswerHi Don, This one is way beyond my knowledge of the chemistry involved in prod

Fishing Report: Chatawachee River Bass Fishing Conditions

QuestionHi Jack, I am fishing Saturday on the choctawahachee river out from black creek lodge. Have you ever fished these rivers? Where are the big bass at

Bass Fishing Baits & Techniques for Smallmouth - Shore Fishing

QuestionI have just started bass fishing with plastic baits. I need help in choosing a specific bunch of worms, minnows, etc., and on how to use them. I u

Florida Fishing Guide for South Beach: Tips & Charters for Beginners

QuestionI AM GOING TO SOUTH BEACH FLORIDA MIAMI IN APRIL MY FAMILY HAS A CONDO THERE OFF COLLINS STREET I HAVE NEVER FISHED IN FLORIDA IM FROM THE NY AREA

Value of Vintage Berkley Series One Fishing Rod (1980s)

QuestionHi Joe, I have a late 80s (I think)Berkley Series One Flippin Rod. It expands to 7 1/2and is in like new condition.Any idea on what it is worth? Th

Trailmaster 4-Piece Spinning Rod with Tube & Pouch - Excellent Condition

QuestionTrailmaster, 4TMS-61/2.  Hey Rich, Thanks in advance for your opinion, much apprcd.  This 4pc spinning, yellow cloth pouch,cork handle w/

Identifying a Vintage Old Hi's Hitest Fishing Rod (Pre-1955)

QuestionCan you tell me something about a 3-piece rod I inherited from my father. It was purchased sometime before 1955. The writing is in black, written t

Crappie Fishing at Seminole Park: Tips for Cold Weather

QuestionI am coming down next week, staying at Seminole Park. We are targeting crappie. I know a major cold front is moving through about the time we get t

Bluegill Bream: Are They Beneficial or Harmful?

QuestionAre Bluegill Bream helpful of Harmful to us? Why? AnswerHi Joe, and thanks for your question. Bluegill, as they are called here in the north, are

Identifying & Valuing Antique Brass Fly Fishing Rods

QuestionHi there....could you steer me to someone who might be able to evaluate a fly fishing rod, antique, extendable and made of brass. It belonged to my

Lake Seminole Crappie Fishing Tips: Navigating Muddy Conditions

QuestionQUESTION: My wife and I have been trying unsuccessfully to catch a bunch of crappie for the past month.  We only fish the main lake and the ho

Mister Twister Tubo: Hook Size Guide & Bait Info

Questionwhat size hooks should use with this it says i could use a jig head but what size and it also says i could use it weightless again what size hook t

Conducting a Fishing Line Strength Experiment: A Guide

Questionfor school my partner and i have to conduct a experiment to see if the fishing line will snap at the weight it says it can hold.(like if it says 30

Horrocks-Ibbotson Beaverkill Fly Rod Value & Appraisal

Question3 section 86 bamboo fly rod good shape.  would like to know the value.  has beaverkill wrote on the rod. AnswerCarol, If the rod has eit

Identifying Antique Bamboo Pole: Seeking Information

QuestionI cant seem to find any poles that have a name similar to what is on this pole. Mine has most of the label left and all I can make out is: L_m &nbs

Top Water Lures for Bass & Pike: Expert Recommendations

Questionwhat are the best top water lures for pike and large mouth bass AnswerHi Pete, I have a few favorites that I wouldnt be without. The first is a

Fly Rod Valuation: Estimating the Value of a Stag 7-Weight Fly Rod

QuestionI have a Stag 7 weight fly rod that was part of an extened family members. I want to sell it on ebay or something to help pay for another fly rod.(

Impact of Electric Fish Gates on Bass Fishing: A Discussion

QuestionAre the electric fish gates installed several years ago still active? If they are do you think they affect the bass fishing in these pnds? AnswerT