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  • Side-Scan Sonar Tips

    Versatile technology and how to use it

    By George Poveromo posted Apr 22nd, 2019
    We've got the top tips for using side-scan sonar to catch more fish. Learn how to put this technology to work for you.

  • Fishability Test: Grady-White Canyon 456

    The builder's new flagship, a plush center console

    By Capt. Dave Lear posted Apr 20th, 2019
    This plush center-console, the builder’s new flagship, is also a serious bluewater performer. Learn more in this boat test on the Grady-White Canyon 456.

  • Northern California Halibut Fishing Tips

    Ease your way into big California halibut

    By Abe Cuanang posted Apr 20th, 2019
    Motor mooching produces on both incoming and outgoing tides, but weak-to-moderate tides are often best. And generally halibut prefer to bite either when the current…

  • Striped Bass Fishing

    Striped bass are one of the most sought after gamefish in the United States.

    By Staff posted Apr 18th, 2019
    Stripers thrive in a range of habitats, from river mouths to open water, but generally are not far from structure and forage fish. Suitable tackle for striper fishing…

Fishing Boats

  • Boat Test: SeaVee 322Z

    Center console for coastal and offshore fishing

    By Alex Suescun posted Mar 13th, 2019
    The SeaVee 322Z is a dexterous center-console built to excel at coastal and offshore pursuits. Check out our fishability test to learn how it performed.

  • New Boats From the 2019 Miami Boat Show

    Get a closer look at some of the impressive debuts at this year's show.

    posted Feb 20th, 2019
    Get a closer look at some of the impressive debuts at this year's show.

  • Fishability Test: Scout 235 XSF

    A 23-foot center-console chock-full of comforts and fishing features.

    By Alex Suescun posted Feb 11th, 2019
    A 23-foot center-console chock-full of comforts and fishing features.

  • Fishability Test: Invincible 37 Catamaran

    A standout offshore boat that blends fishability with performance and comfort.

    By Alex Suescun posted Feb 10th, 2019
    A standout offshore boat that blends fishability with performance and comfort.
  • 2019 Boston Whaler 280 Outrage

    Boston Whaler 280 Outrage: 2019 Boat Buyers Guide

    The 280 Outrage is a big, flexible boat ready for serious fishing, thrilling water-sports or pleasant cruising.

    By Staff posted Jan 1st, 2019
    The 280 Outrage is a big, flexible boat ready for serious fishing, thrilling water-sports or pleasant cruising.
  • 2019 Pursuit S 288

    Pursuit S 288: 2019 Boat Buyers Guide

    The compact new Pursuit S 288 is a lean but fully equipped fishing machine.

    By Staff posted Jan 1st, 2019
    The compact new Pursuit S 288 is a lean but fully equipped fishing machine.
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How-To Tips

  • Fly-Fishing for Striped Bass

    Strategies, flies and tackle for stripers

    By John Mcmurray posted Apr 15th, 2019
    Learn how to fly fish for stripers. Use these proven fly-fishing strategies and tackle for striped bass success.

  • Trophy Striped Bass in Connecticut

    Connecticut is ground zero for big stripers

    By Mike Roy posted Apr 10th, 2019
    Learn where and how to tackle trophy striped bass. Use our guide to fishing Connecticut waters, ground zero for trophy stripers.

  • A Guide to the Striped Bass Seasons and Migrations

    Seasonal tips for catching stripers everywhere.

    By Gary Caputi posted Apr 5th, 2019
    Regional tactics and strategies for striped bass…

  • Where to Catch Striped Bass

    You can find striped bass year-round if you know where to go.

    By Staff posted Apr 4th, 2019
    Striped bass offer a wealth of angling opportunity, with challenges as varied as the places where they are found. Nothing beats local knowledge, so here are the proven…
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Angler's Cookbook

  • Recipe: Pan-Roasted Tripletail

    Firm and sweet-tasting tripletail fillets are perfect for pan-roasting.

    By James Petrakis posted Mar 22nd, 2019
    Pan-Roasted Tripletail with golden beets and Brussels sprouts in brown butter are a delicious way to prepare your catch. Use our step-by-step recipe to get this dish…
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