Bass Fishing Hotspots: Lake Structure & Best Locations

QuestionHello! You have given me some ideas from your last reply. Heres more...the lake is approx. 25 ft. deep in middle,with a creek bed going through the

Sportsman Bamboo Fly Rod: Value & History - Expert Insights

QuestionHello.  I have found an octagonal shaped Sportsman bamboo 3 piece fly fishing rod in excellent condition.  I was just wondering if youve

Baitcasting Reels: Avoiding Backlash & Finding Affordable Options

QuestionCan a bait cast reel be cheap and always get rats nests? AnswerHi Ryan, The price of a baitcasting reel doesnt necessarily mean that it will backl

Best Surf Fishing Rod & Reel Combo for Beginners - Expert Advice

QuestionWhat is a good midgrade fishing pole and reel for surf fishing for a beginner?  Preferably a spinning type reel, but what brand and specs on t

Bass Fishing in Jacksonville, FL: Tips for Pond Success

QuestionDan, how are you i have a question i livning in jacksonville fl. and i have been fishing this pond that so says has bass and big ones. but i cant

Bamboo Fly Rod Value: Identifying & Appraising Vintage Rods

QuestionI was given a 1960 bamboo fly rod recently and wanted to know its value. It has never been used and the name on the rod is Pearl with a logo and Ja

Walleye Fishing in Murky NYC Reservoirs: Tips & Techniques

Questionhi i fish in nyc reservoirs for eyes . how do you catch them in the muddy murcky water? the res. turns red after a good rain.any help would be good

Does WD-40 Attract Fish? Angler Tests & Results

QuestionI heard if you spay w-d40 on your rubber worms will attract the fish more ..is this true? AnswerRobert, WD-40 has been something of a mystery. &nb

Lake Whatcom & Drano Lake Fishing Guides - Washington

QuestionIm looking for names of possible guides to get my father-in-law acquainted with fishing in Lake Whatcom & other area lakes.  He plans to retir

Expert Tips for Bass Fishing in Large Lakes

QuestionHey again, First of all, thank you very much for the advice.  I also just wanted to clarify something.  I am not currently fishing for w

Building a Pallet Fish Structure for a Pond - Expert Advice

Question I would like to get info on how to build pallet type fish structure for a small 3.2 acr.  pound. there are no trees around the pound  it

Surf Snook Fishing: Tips & Techniques for Catching Snook in the Surf

QuestionHi , Im a South Texan Surf fisherman . Ive been catching very nice reds in the surf and although I know big schools of snook swim in our beaches I

Fly Rod Restoration Services | Bamboo Rod Repair & Repair

QuestionI HAVE A #17 THREE PIECE FLY ROD THAT NEEDS SOME ATTENTION. CAN YOU RECOMMEND SOMEONE WHO IS GOOD AT THIS TYPE OF WORK. ITS MISSING A LINE GUIDE ON

Why Did the Big Fish Leave? Understanding Fishing Behavior

Questionso i had been fishing for trout and all the sudden i see a huge one right about 5 yards away.so i toss my bait in very carefully.and wiggle it in

Turkey Fishing Tips: Targeting Bigger Fish in the Aegean Sea

QuestionHi Jim, I live in Bodrum Turkey having moved from Scotland and have tried to fish from shore in the Agean Sea but only seem to catch the little fel

Keeping Fancy Goldfish: Compatible Bottom Feeders & Tank Mates

QuestionCan i keep fancy Goldfish and a HILLSTREAM LOACH together? if not what other bottom feeders can i keep with fancy goldfish? Thanks Louise AnswerH

Orvis Bamboo Casting Rods: Value & Handle Replacement

QuestionI have three Orvis impregnated five foot, two piece, casting rods which were given to my father when he retired in the 60s. Serial #s are 34609 (1/

Best Lures for Kansas Pond Fishing: Bass & Crappie

QuestionWhat is the best type of lure for pond fishing in kansas for bass and crappie? AnswerTravis, If you want some good all around lures, which will wo

Best Baits for Bass and Catfish in the Shenandoah River

QuestionI fish in the Shenandoah River and i was wondering if u could give me some good types of bait for catfish and some good types of bait for bass? An

Catfish Preparation: Debunking the 'Vomiting' Myth

QuestionHi Jack, I have a friend who is new to fishing and was told that after catching a catfish she should leave it in the well or on a stringer until it