Daiwa Exceler Spinning Reels

One turn of the handle and you'll feel the difference Daiwa's DigiGear™ digital gear design makes. Super-smooth, super-powerful, it's that unmistakable feel of quality. Yet with all its advanced features, Exceler's very affordable price makes it an exceptional value in modern spinning reels.

Black Bart International Fishing Lures

"A sure thing offshore- a real no-brainer" says Capt. Bart Miller in reference to this lure, one of his all time favorites. This deep runner with a smooth torpedo action tracks best from the rigger position, trolled at moderate speeds in most weather.

St. Croix Legend Salt Offshore Rods

Legends are made from strength, performance and endurance, and St. Croix’s all-new Legend Salt offshore rods have no problem living up to their name. Featuring advanced resin and design technologies, the blanks are designed using St. Croix’s proprietary Integrated Poly Curve tooling technology, which results in continuous-curve tapers with no abrupt, weak transition points.

Diamond Braid Line

Diamond Braid incorporates the latest braiding techniques which improve strength at diameter, 3% stretch and bonded color-fastness that prevent flaking or fading. This process produces a round line that ensures greater reel capacity, decreased twist, distance casting and longer fishing life.

Rapala Touch Screen Scale

The Touch Screen Scale adds ease and convenience to weighing and tracking your catch. Large digital scale is packed with features, yet intuitive in use. Displaying weight in lbs./oz., decimal lbs. or kg., easily record and determine the position of current catch in your weight total.

Corse Fishing Reel

 

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Fishing Bait

Bait fishing gets little ink and less advertising. American fishermen find more status with flyrods or, where trout are not the common quarry, with artificials such as spoons, spinners and plugs.

Angel Lake Fishing Rules

We do not want to offend anyone, however No Beginners, Sea or Game anglers converting to coarse fishing are allowed fishing on Angel lakes unless they have been with an Angel Lakes angling coach and deemed competent.

Shimano Sustain FG Reel

X-Ship provides rigidity and tremendous amount of cranking power New Magnumlite CI4 Rotor reduces resistance on rotation provides tremendous amount of smoothness Rapid Fire Drag allows Anglers to quickly adjust Drag to ideal setting daring the fight.

Shimano Exsence Lures

Silent Assassin 140
The  New  Silent  Assassin  is engineered  to  give  realistic action  and  reaction  to  the lure.  The  13  degree  stance  produces  a steady descent into the depth so as not to scare of any potential targets. Available in striking colors and distinct lines, this lure is irresistable to fshes.

Fishing Rigs : KD Rigs

The KD rig named after its developer Kenny Dorsett, The KD rig is deadly effective. I personally incorporate this rig into my fishing due to its superb hook holds that it generates; whether as fished using a short hair, snowman or long hair.

Fishing With Lures Tips

LURE FISHING is one of the most exciting ways of catching predatory fish. Pike, perch, bass, trout. . . there is an endless list of fish that will gobble these plastic, metal, or wood creations, mistaking them for real fish.

Fishing Lobster

Lobsters are marine animals belonging to the crustaceans or shrimp - invitation, giant shrimp species are included in the family and the family Nephropidae Homaridae. Lobster is one of the marine animals that have high economic value in addition to fish products. Lobster is usually a favorite for fans of the ad marine fish dishes at the restaurant - great restaurant. Its price makes the lobster to be excellent for his captors to benefit greatly.

FLOAT FISHING TIPS

I see too many people fish at the same depth using the same piece of bait for hours on end. This only results in nothing being caught because they're not fishing where the fish are.

Setting up Peeler Crab

We are now reaching a bait which a lot of people won't use because of the time involved adding it to a hook. The rewards are well worth the extra effort and cost (around 70p per crab). Peeler crab are loved by many of the more rarer fish and if you're fed up catching mackerel, garfish etc and want to try for bigger and better fish then peeler crab really is a bait worth all the extra hassle. A lot of people like me use combo's which in include peeler in the mix.

First off you remove the legs, claws and shell so it looks something like this:

Bait Formula For Carp

Mix together one cup plain flour, two cups corn meal. Heat to boiling one pint water. Now turn the heat down so water only simmers. Place in water one tablespoon vanilla flavoring, two tablespoons sugar, one package strawberry gelatin. Be sure to stir all the time these are being added. Use a wooden spoon or paddle. Dip the flour and corn meal onto top of the water.

Two Hook Pichard Fishing Rig

The Two Hook Pilchard Rig is the complete answer to keeping soft bait fish on the hook.

Many fishermen around the world have realized the benefits of using whole fish for bait.

Sliding Trace Fishing Rigs

The innovative Sliding trace system is so effective it almost brings dead baits to life!

It is highly successful for catching snapper, trevally, terakihi, red snapper kingfish and even john dory over the worst kind of reef or snaggy areas.

Setting the Drag on a Lever Drag Fishing Reel

Properly setting the drag on a fishing reel is one of the most important things you can do to insure landing that fish of a lifetime.

On lever drag reels there are two drag settings we need to concern ourselves with, strike drag and full drag. The strike drag setting needs to be high enough to prevent backlash on the reel and below the point where the initial strike force or inertia exceeds the breaking strength of the line.

11" Twister Rigging

We looked forever for these BIG Twisters. They stretch to 13". They have been a huge success and have proven themselves last fall and continue to catch big fish this year. Although simple there is a RIGHT way to rig them.

Use Monofilament or Braided Lines?

 Deciding when to use braid or monofilament as a main line might seem intuitive in most cases. But while one pro advocates braid for all bottomfishing, another says it inhibits bites in clear water, even with fluorocarbon leader. One says mono offers more abrasion resistance; another says braid does.

Testing Fishing Lines

How 76 different 20-pound fishing lines stack up in break- and knot-strength testing.
“When are you guys going to do another line test?”

Dahlberg Diver Frog Lures

Frog fishing can be one of the most exciting ways to catch a largemouth and one violent surface strike is pretty much all it takes for an angler to get hooked on the exhilarating topwater technique. The Larry Dahlberg Diver Frog is quite unlike other frogs on the market, and while it does feature a hollow body design it makes use of a bizarre yet effective diving collar that allows the lure to be fished in a variety of different ways both above and below the water line.

Triple Fish International Lines

What I really like about both these products is their affordability. Sure memory could be better, but as mentioned earlier, at just under twelve dollars a spool for a quarter pound spool of Camo-escent, it's just as easy to load up with new line every couple of weeks if you're worried about memory and get the side benefit of brand new spanking line on your reels each time. 

Galvan Fly Fishing Reel

Even though the last few years have ushered in a assortment of new reels the Galvan OB-6 continues to stand out as an excellent choice for fly anglers searching for a great balance of traditional design and modern day refinement.

SpinTech treble hooks

Basstar has a number of innovative baits including their topwater baits as well as the Dredger weighted lip deep diving crankbait, so it is really no surprise that the company came up with the clever SpinTech hooks.

Shimano Backbone Elite Rods

The classic Shimano Backbone Elite series receives a cool cosmetic enhancement - a unique holographic fish scale inish.

Shimano Exage AX Rods

The exciting range of Exage 4-piece travel rods is a huge advantage when travelling around and it is a popular
addition to the Shimano tackle range.

Shimano Triton Game Rods

The allure of the open sea never fails to entice the hardcore big game anglers to push their tackle and their physical endurance to the limit. Acknowledging their dedication to the sport, Shimano has specially designed and developed a rod worthy enough to fit their requirements.

Tiagra Ultra Rods

Tiagra Ultra Trolling

Tiagra Ultra is Shimano’s new elite straight butt trolling range, available in 12lb to 130lb versions to cover all the bases in this exciting deep sea arena.

Speed Master Caranx Kalbutsu Rods

The Caranx Kaibutsu Popping rods captures the hearts of many Saltwater Anglers with its superior performance.

Shimano Spirex FG Spinning Reel

The Spirex FG is a great choice for someone who is used to fishing a baitcast reel and wants some of those familiar features transferred over to their spinning reel. A Double-Paddled Handle and a Quick Fire II trigger in perfect reach of your index finger, make one-handed casting a breeze.

Daiwa Magforce Brake System

 Mag Force V and Z system of Daiwa is the most advanced brake system currently available.  What makes it the most advanced is the ability to address the requirements at all speed ranges, and relatively wide adjusting range at middle speed.

Pinnacle Perfecta Rods

Hands down this is the best Pinnacle rod I have ever fished. The Perfecta rods successfully break the mold of what many anglers might expect from the brand. These rods make use of quality components and a successful blank design that blends both power and sensitivity into a surprisingly crisp and lightweight blank.

Gamakatsu Skip Gap Shaky Head

Gamakastu draws on their experience in hook manufacturing, and actually leverages one of their existing hook designs to create the very application specific Skip Gap Shaky Head.

Right Jighead For Jigging

Jigheads come in a wide variety of shapes and styles, and are among the most versatile tool in your fishing arsenal, but choosing which jighead to use for a particular application can be a tough task.
 

Jigheads come in a huge array of sizes, styles, and even colors

 

Shimano Stradic CI-4

The Stradic CI-4 reel is definitely a dream comes true for the light tackle finesse angler. Utilizing the new CI4 material for construction, Stradic CI4 is the ultimate in lightweight reel designed for the angler using lightweight fluorocarbon, braided or monofilament lines.

Shimano Rarenium CI-4 Reel

New Rarenium spinning reels is the latest model to join the CI-4 family. CI4 stands for “Carbon Interfusion” with the “4” referring to the number of electrons in the Carbon atom. Ultimately, this means CI4 is reinforced Carbon Fiber.

Shimano Stella FE Reel

Stella stands for one thing - the very best - and it is no surprise that the new Stella FE has been winning awards since it’s launch in 2010. Stunning looks and poise is complimented by unbeatable performance. Built to satisfy the fisherman’s fantasy, Stella is as good as it gets.

Shimano TwinPower SWA Reel

Born of the same engineering pedigree as the world’s number one threadline – Stella, the TwinPower SWA (an add on to the Current TwinPower SW range) carves its own niche amongst the range of ultra-high performance reels that Shimano has become renowned for. The TwinPower SWA will handle anything thrown at it and continue asking for more, displaying many of the same qualities that make the Stella so successful and Shimano a pioneer in heavy saltwater sportfishing and jigging applications.

FISHING TECHNIQUE : JIGGING

Jigs Fishing with a jig is one of the easier fishing techniques to learn however it is one of the more difficult to truly master and become extremely proficient with it. A jig can be fished 100 different ways and as long as it is in the water there is a good chance that a fish will take interest and bite it. Jigs come in all different sizes with different characteristics designed for specific presentations or situations. The following jigs and associated presentations are some of the most popular styles of fishing a jig for largemouth bass.

SHIMANO BEASTMASTER BX2030 ROD

I initially paired the Torium with the Shimano Vengeance rod, but now use it mainly on a Shimano Beastmaster BX 2030 rod which carries a modest RRP of £98. This is a good blank that suffers from some rather over-the-top superficial styling.

Inside Shimano Tekota 300 LC

 I was impressed with the Tekota internally. The set-plate is incorporated into the frame, which makes for a well aligned reel and also does a pretty good job of sealing the gear-train from any saltwater that spills in via the spool lip. I like the Shimano Calcutta but I think the Tekota is a better concept regarding frame and drive-train layout. Anti-reverse is taken care of by a one-way roller bearing and there is a backup pawl system. Both systems are silent but drive engagement is not automatic when you turn the handle.

Reel Drag Control Tips

 Ambient temperature, heat generated during a hard run, spool diameter as line leaves a reel — all these variables can affect a reel’s drag. Each might change your drag only slightly, but their combined effects can quickly compound.

Shimano Waxwing Lures

Speed, distance, and power are all important factors in saltwater lure casting. Releasing the lure from the  hook-keeper, sliding your way to the bow in 4 foot seas, going 30 knots into a head wind while facing an acre of breaking jumbos in front of you – this is Tuna fishing today. Yes, we are crazy, and no, we don’t skydive. It’s too dangerous. This is the Waxwing mentality.

G Loomist Pro-Green Series Fishing Rod

The Pro Green Series is a special set of inshore saltwater rods created for anglers preferring to fish small jigs, soft plastics and any number of artificial baits, including topwaters for myriad saltwater species. A great choice for school-sized blues and stripers along the Atlantic Coast as well as redfish, seatrout, permit, bonefish, snook and small tarpon in Florida and all along the Gulf coast, these rods offer a surprising blend of power, light weight and sensitivity. There are three different power-ratings and three different rods lengths offered in each power to cover the variety of water depths and conditions each region offers.

G Loomist IMX® SURF Series Rod

The new IMX® SURF Series are extremely powerful, high-modulus, light weight spinning rods designed specifically for the long-range casts required to successfully fish the surf. They have smaller diameters that create less air-resistance during the casting stroke, with faster actions, creating tremendous tip-speed to virtually launch lures into the next time zone and enough power to handle stripers, blues, sierras, roosters, big drum and cobia.

Sufix Duraflex Monofilament Line

My first impression of this new-for-2009 reel line is very good indeed. The diameter for strength ratio is excellent, outstanding in fact. It’s limp, smooth, and Steve Ringer who has been testing it tell me he is highly impressed with its durability too.

CrossCurrent Fly Fishing Rod

CrossCurrent Fly Rod

Whether you choose our standard CrossCurrent rods for back ups or for your budget, they are outstanding fishing tools. You might call them “power tools” for the flats. We use our “fiber blend technology” to combine the benefits of strength and stiffness of different materials to build a powerful alternative for anglers at any level of proficiency. These four- piece sticks are every bit as smooth, as powerful and as efficient as any fly rod on the market. Blending different materials allows us to take advantage of the unique properties of each without overbuilding the blank.

Shimano Calcutta Conquest Baitcasting Reel

Calcutta Conquest DC introduces a new size to the family Conquest 50/51DC It is designed to cast ultralight lures with thin lines. It’s lightweight sensitive spool design results in low inertia startup for longer casting distance. It comes equipped with the I-DC4 electronic brake control consisting of 4 preset setting for casting of super lightweight lures. The improve DC unit has a more sensitive sensor needed to deliver braking more accurately with minimal backlash for low poundage lines.