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Five spinning reel mistakes

Video: Top 5 Spinning Reel Mistakes

Spinning reels are important tools when targeting everything from bluegills to bass, yet many anglers experience frustration due to loops, twists and tangles. Here’s how to avoid the top five spinning reel mistakes.
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Fishing Tip: How to Avoid Braid Slipping on the Spool

Whenever you fill a fishing reel with braid, tape should be used so the line doesn’t slip on the spool.
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Fishing Rod Power vs. Action

Anglers often misuse the terms “power” and “action” when talking about fishing rods. Do you know the difference?
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Bass Fishing Tips: Punch Craws Through Heavy Vegetation in Autumn

Pro angler Terry Scroggins believes autumn is the best time to punch big weights and craws through vegetation.
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Bass Fishing Tips: How Kevin Van Dam Fishes Spinnerbaits

When 4-time Bassmaster Classic champion Kevin Van Dam fishes a spinnerbait or lipless crankbait, he doesn't just chunk and wind. Find out what he does to catch more fish.
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How to Keep a Prop Bait From Tangling

Topwater fishing lures with propeller blades front and back have a tendency to catch the line and tangle. Here's an easy tip you can use to avoid that problem and catch more fish.
Mexico Bass Fishing El Salto guide and angler largemouth bass photo by Pete Robbins

Six Proven Backup Baits for Mexico Bass Fishing

When tried-and-true baits don't work or the weather gets wonky at Lake El Salto in Mexico, try these six backup baits and tactics to put more bass in the boat.
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10 Must-Have Bass Lures for Mexico

Heading south of the border to chase bass? Consider packing these 10 proven lures for Mexico bass fishing that work to put big fish in the boat and smiles on your face.
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Bass Fishing Tips: How To Fool Finicky Schooling Fish

Frustration can set in when trying to catch finicky schooling bass focusing on live forage instead of your artificial bait. Try these secret tips for catching schooling bass from veteran pro angler Matt Arey.
Scott Canterbury pro bass angler

Bass Fishing Tips: How To Find Fish on New Lakes

Visiting a lake you've never fished before? Professional angler Scott Canterbury reveals his best tips to locate bass before and after hitting the water.
Walleye on live bait rig Northland Tackle South Dakota

Fishing Tip: Catch More Walleye With These Live Bait Rigs

Want to catch more walleyes? Use the freshest, most lively bait possible and the best live bait rigs to offer realistic presenations for more strikes.
Mike Iaconelli bass fishing tiny buzzbait

Bass Fishing Tips: Mike Iaconelli Reveals His Secret Weapon

Bass fishing in matted vegetation such as milfoil requires specific tactics. Veteran pro Mike Iaconelli has one sure-fire method of getting big strikes and it's not what you think.
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Bass Fishing Tips: Summer Crankbaits with Brandon Lester

Professional angler Brandon Lester shares four tips for the hottest summer months that will make you a better deep crankbait angler when water temps are at their warmest.
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Ultimate Guide To Better Spinner Rigging For Walleyes

Spinner rigs are deadly for walleyes. Offering an alluring combination of fish-attracting flash, vibration, scent and taste, these churning, twirling performers are versatile standouts.