The long days of summer are now behind us. And the only daylight to be found just so happens to occur when most of us are sitting in the office. Because of this the majority of ice fisherman fall into the weekend warrior category. They battle crowds so they can get onto the water while the sun is out. Which begs the question, can you ice fish at night? Is it worth it to suffer … [Read more...]
How to Transport a Kayak Without a Roof Rack
Picture this...you’re at Bass Pro Shop or some other sporting goods store and stumbled upon your dream kayak. You want to buy it, but realize that you don’t have a roof rack on your car. What do you do? How will you get it home? There are several ways to transport a kayak when you don’t have a roof rack on your car or SUV. The easiest way, most secure way to haul your kayak … [Read more...]
How Much Do Kayaks Weigh (with 15 examples)
If you’re in the market for a kayak, whether it be for fishing or just exploring, you probably know by now that kayaks come in all shapes and sizes. How much a kayak weighs will depend on several factors including, the length of the kayak. With that being said, the average weight of a kayak is about 65 lbs. However, kayaks can range in weight from 32 pounds all the way up to … [Read more...]
Best Baitcasting Reels for Saltwater: Reviews and Comparisons
If you're thinking of using your freshwater baitcasting reel for saltwater fishing, you may want to think twice, especially if you paid a lot of money for it! Saltwater fish are much more powerful than their freshwater counterparts and if you're not careful, they can strip the drag on your reel. And lets not forget about the corrosive damage that saltwater can have on a reel … [Read more...]
Best Baitcasting Rods for Bass: Reviews and Comparisons
If you’re into bass fishing or thinking about getting into bass fishing, then you’re probably in need of a good quality baitcasting rod! To help point you in the right direction, I’ve put together a list of a few of the best baitcasting rods for bass currently on the market today. Have you ever heard the saying “a chain is only as strong as its weakest link?” The same holds … [Read more...]
Can You Use Freshwater Reels in Saltwater: Here’s The Answer
So you’ve decided that you would like to try your luck saltwater fishing. There’s one problem though! You don’t have any saltwater fishing reels! This brings us to the question of “can you use freshwater reels in saltwater?” Yes, you absolutely can use freshwater reels for some types of saltwater fishing! This includes baitcasting reels, spinning reels, and also fly … [Read more...]
Piscifun Phantom Carbon Baitcasting Reel Review
When selecting your fishing gear, it can be tough to find the right balance between price and power. It’s very easy for things to spiral out of control as soon as you start looking towards higher end equipment, and if you’re like me, your budget doesn’t always allow you to splurge on super high-end equipment. That’s why I was so intrigued by this reel when I first saw other … [Read more...]
KastKing Royale Legend Elite Baitcast Reel Review
With a slimmed down design, the latest edition of the Royale Legend from KastKing has a whole lot going for it. Will this product measure up to previous iterations from KastKing? I got a chance to examine the KastKing Royale Legend Elite in real-world conditions and I’ve got a whole lot to tell you about. Let’s take a look at some of the best parts, and the worst parts, of … [Read more...]
Abu Garcia Revo SX Baitcast Reel Review
The latest in the Abu Garcia Revo line has some serious updates. This has historically been a great option for fishermen looking to get a really beefy reel without shelling out too much cash. Will this fourth generation live up to the reputation of the previous versions? Let’s take a closer look at the Abu Garcia Revo SX Baitcast Reel. Quick Specs: Abu Garcia Revo SX … [Read more...]
13 Fishing Concept C Baitcasting Reel Review
There are a lot of baitcasting reels on the market today, but one brand in particular is always mentioned among serious anglers and that's the 13 Fishing's line of baitcasting reels. They're known for putting out quality reels at a reasonable price and their 13 Fishing Concept C is no exception! I had heard a lot of talk about this reel and decided that I had to check it out … [Read more...]