Choosing the Right Baitcasting Rod for Your Reels

QuestionHi,  Ive Daiwa millionaire 4HM, Abu ambassadeur F.I.V.E and Curado E7, also Ive 2 baitcasting rods 270m and 185m. Now I want to buy another r

Ice Fishing Brown Trout in Milwaukee: Tips & Gear

QuestionI was in Milwaukee this past week for the first time. In the past I saw a show on ice fishing Brown Trout in the Milwaukee harbor. I plan to go bac

Fly Fishing Rod & Reel Valuation - Get an Estimate

QuestionI recently acquired some fly fishing tackle, I have no experience with fly fishing gear. I would like to know if you could tell me the value of the

Heddon 9608-10' Surf Spinning Rod - Excellent Condition

Question Heddon rod I acquired a Heddon Surf Spinning rod off of Ebay.  It says 9608-10 Surf Spinning on the shaft.  It is a teal color with gree

Spring Creek Bass Fishing: Tips & Seasonal Strategies from an Expert

QuestionMr. Gaither, Let me first say that I really enjoy reading your posts about bass fishing. The bass club that Im in,  fishes Seminole alot and

Hillsborough River Bass Fishing: Strategies for Late Winter & Early Spring

Questioni know there is a big difference from the late winter and early fall. but my question mostly goes for the late winter. When you are trying to get t

1953 Orvis Superlite Rod Value & History - Collector's Info

QuestionI found a 1953 Orvis inpregnated superlite in original bag and tube. Looks like it was never fished. Serial # is 14756  made 8/20/53 by George

Identifying Your Sakura/Ocean Brand Fly Rod: Information & Details

QuestionA few years ago I aquired a fly rod.It is in a box marked Sakura .The rod is a three piece with two extra tips.It is marked Ocean Brand.Can you giv

Identifying and Valuing Vintage Martin Blue Chip Fly Rods

QuestionJoe, I have a pristine Martin Blue Chip fly rod Model 73-437 8wt. I would like to know some history on it like when it was made, material, value, e

Vintage E.F. Payne Fly Rod - Abercrombie & Fitch

QuestionI have an old flyrod in its original tube with markings on the handle that say sold by, abercrombie and fitch, new york, on one side and e f payne,

Identifying and Valuing Vintage Fenwick Fly Rods: Iron Feather & COFI 57

QuestionHi Joe, recently I purchased two older Fenwick Fly rods at auction and cannot find any information on them. The first is an Iron Feather 9ft.5 wght

Gliebe Excalabur: History & Details of a Rare Brooklyn Fishing Rod

QuestionI see by one of your questions that the Gliebe Company was in Brookly, NY, do you have a time frame? I wondering about this beautiful rod, carved w

Actionglas Flyrod History & Value - A Collector's Guide

QuestionI purchased an Actionglas 1970-7 flyrod at an estate sale. It looks really old. Can you tell me anything about it. Thanks AnswerHi Randy, I belie

Horton/Bristol Bamboo Fly Rod Value & History - Antique Fishing Rods

Questioni purchased a bamboo rod its called the bristol made by horton re wrapped professionally nice rod 6 6 whats the going value im not going to peddle

Effective Carp Fishing Techniques: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionHow do you fish for carp? I have tried everything, from dough balls to spinners. I have a friend who told me to snag them, but I refuse. Please giv

Salmon Fishing Tips for Piers & Rivers: Tackle & Bait Advice

QuestionI need some advice on how to salmon fish. All I need to know is what kind of tackle to use, and of yarn works. I Williams be fishing on a few piers

Identifying Vintage Fly Rod Brands: Deciphering 'NA-U--'

QuestionHi Joe, I have a 1950s era fly rod. My question...how to decipher the brand name. The design, on the rod, resembles an ancient god or African warr

Identifying Vintage Langley Fishing Reels: A Guide

QuestionWhere would one find a list of the Langley reels made?  .as an undergrad at univ of texas i worked in an old fash. sporting goods.  The o

Bamboo Fly Rod Line Weight Guide & Restoration - Expert Advice

QuestionMac:   I am no expert on fly rods of any type.  I just picked up two bamboo fly rods in excellent condition.  I paid $50 for both of

Bamboo Fly Rod Repair: Fixing Split Sections & Unglued Bamboo

QuestionQUESTION: I have a  3 piece 7 3-4wt bamboo fly rod the lower 10  of the middle section is smashed. I have removed the male ferrule and th