Heddon #900 Musky Special: History, Value & Manufacturing

QuestionMy dad inherited a vintage Heddon fishing rod and would like to know more about it.  The rod is a 5 ft. split bamboo musky special.  This

Antique Shakespeare Model 1120 Fishing Rod - Value & Date

QuestionHi Joe, I came across an old fishing rod of my grandfathers up in the rafters of his home. It is a Shakespeare Model 1120--6 1/2. It appears to be

Valuing a Vintage Mohawk Rainbow Fly Rod - Expert Appraisal

QuestionThis fly rod beonged to my father and was purchased probably over 50 years ago. It has Mohawk and Rainbow written on it. It is a two piece rod with

Troubleshooting Water Bass Hooking: Size & Timing

QuestionHello! Quick question for you...Im using Zoom Horny Toad products with a 2/0 hook. The bass take it, I wait two-three seconds, set it, and out it c

Identifying & Valuing Antique Fishing Reels: Speedlock & American Fork & Hoe

Question discriptive markings i was just wondering if you could tell me anything about this reel. on top is say   SPEEDLOCK PAT. No. 2102237? cur

South Bend #346 Fly Rod Value & Appraisal - 8.5ft, Near New

QuestionInterested to know about value of this 8-1/2 ft rod, in nearly brand-new condition, 3-piece, 2 tips, with marking of H D Hor D on reel section.

Fiberglass Surf Rod Restoration: Repairing & Converting Your Rod

QuestionI have an old fiberglass surf rod. The finish is peeling off in places. It was spinning and I want to convert it to conventional. I have removed th

Finding a Discontinued Wonderrod Shakespeare WCA70: Tips & Resources

QuestionI am looking to buy a Wonderrod Shakespeare WCA70 I was told its not made anymore but I know someone must have one of them. I tried ebay no luck .

Replacing Worn EVA Foam Rod Grips: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionI have some medium action offshore rods that have EVA foam grips on them that are worn out so I was wondering if you can tell me how to go about re

South Bend Bamboo Rod Line Weight Conversion Chart - AFTMA

QuestionSir:  The South Ben bamboo rods have letters for line weights.  Im looking for a conversion table that would tell me what the letters me

Effective Spinnerbait Tactics & Shore Fishing Tackle for Bass

QuestionToday I was fishing with a strikeking spinner bait, and I caught nothing but seaweed, what are good tactics for using a spinner bait, and what othe

Identifying a Vintage Heddon Fly Rod - Model & Value

QuestionHi Rich, Im inquiring about my Dads fishing rod.  It is fibreglass and in new condition. Hand written on the shaft is: Heddon Pal #8407 Mark

Best Fishing Tackle for Beginners: A Simple Guide

QuestionWhich takles do you suggest would be best for beginners in bass-fishing? AnswerI would suggest a medium weight spinning outfit.  Ill tell you

Vintage Fenwick FF75-4 Fly Fishing Rod - Identification & Value

QuestionWe have our uncles Fenwick rod, still with original sock and metal case.  FF75-4, 7 1/2, 3 1/2 oz., E 34069.  The rod is in excellent con

Identifying Vintage Fishing Rods: Waltco GlassCaster & Penn Squidder

QuestionHello, i need some help my father gave me some poles to keep and he said they might be worth something, one of theme is a GlassCaster By Waltco It

Wisconsin River Fishing Report: Walleye, Carp & More - Central Wisconsin

Questionhi, i fish in the wisconsin river in central wisconsin and i generally catch walleye. i usually use a bucktail (roostertail) and on that i sometime

Heddon Expert 125 Split Bamboo Fly Rod Value & Appraisal

QuestionDear Joe, I have my fathers Heddon Expert split-bamboo rod. It is in the original cloth case and has also been kept in a sealed tube.The label says

Bellyboat Fly Fishing in Florida: Safety & Location Advice

QuestionI am going to be in Tampa for several weeks and I am looking for places I can use my float tube to fly-fish for bass without worrying about what is

Best Baits for Grass Carp: Effective Fishing Strategies

Questioni only know onething about grass carp that they mostly feed on grass so to hook them what bait should i use? AnswerHi Gurung, I have never fished

Vintage H-I Bamboo Fly Rod (1945-1950) - Identification & Value

Question img_1902.jpg Hello Rich; With the attached photos, can you tell me anything about this rod; appropriate line (5 wt?), is it worth the $60 I paid f