Wind-on leaders -- knotless connections between monofilament leaders, braided Dacron and the main fishing line -- are an essential element of big-game fishing
The Bristol Knot (also called No-name Knot) provides a streamlined connection between a double line and leader that passes through the rod guides smoothly. It is highly effective for attaching super-braid double line to a monofilament leader.
It' out there: the golden kelp paddy that holds a mother lode of game fish. Perhaps it's just over the next set of swells, or a few miles farther west. You never know, but that's part of the fun of fishing the California kelp. Read More
Cat and Long Islands on the far side of the central
Bahamas offer outstanding action with marlin, tuna, dolphin, snapper and more for those willing to make the run. Read More