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Top 7 Pompano Lures

Here are the top lures to tempt pompano.

By Dave Lear posted May 25th, 2018

Here are the top lures to tempt pompano.

Find Birds with Radar

Use your radar to find birds, and the fish they are following

By Jim Hendricks posted May 21st, 2018

Use radar to find birds, and fish…
Mercury Unveils 14 New Outboards

The new-generation motors boast new features and improved performance and fuel efficiency.

By SWS Staff posted May 18th, 2018

The new-generation motors boast new features and improved performance and fuel efficiency.
Fishing Boat Buyers Guide

Use our guide to the best fishing boats on the market to help you make your next purchase

posted May 17th, 2018

Looking for a saltwater fishing boat? Our fishing boat buyers guide will help you choose the right inshore or offshore fishing boat.

Fishing Boats

New Boats for 2018

Hot new fishing boats for the coming season

By SWS Staff posted May 13th, 2018

New fishing boats for the coming season…
Boat Test: Robalo R317

Multi-purpose fishing boat

By Alex Suescun posted May 11th, 2018

Fishability Test on the Robalo R317…

Boat Test: Blackfin 272 CC

The return of a time-honored brand

By Alex Suescun posted May 10th, 2018

Fishability Test on the Blackfin 272 CC…
All About Bay Boats

This popular boat style has plenty to offer the coastal anger

By Capt. Dave Lear posted May 10th, 2018

Bayboats make the nearly-perfect fishing platform…
Team Hell’s Bay Repeats as Champion in the 2018 Florida Skiff Challenge

Benefitting Captains for Clean Water

posted Apr 11th, 2018

Benefitting Captains for Clean Water…
Sea Force IX 41.5 offers Fishability

New Fishing Boat from Sea Force

By Alex Suescun posted Apr 2nd, 2018

New Fishing Boat from Sea Force…

Saltwater-Fishing Videos

Fishing Knots How-To Series

See More Fishing Knots

New Boats on the Water

See More New Boats

2018 Fishing Boat Buyers Guide

Our editors and readers come together to create this comprehensive guide on what makes great fishing boats great.

How-To Tips

How to Catch California Yellowtail Under Kelp Paddies

Find the kelp and find the monster yellowtail

By Jim Hendricks posted May 11th, 2018

How to find California Yellowtail Under Kelp Paddies…
Fly Fishing for Tripletail

Secrets to sight-fish this unusual species on fly.

By Mike Conner posted May 11th, 2018

Tripletail are a tenacious and challenging sight-fishing target for fly rodders. Here are some tips on how to catch them.
New National Standards Available for Recreational Boating Education Providers

The U.S. Coast Guard’s National On-Water Standards Program aims to improve boater education and safety.

posted May 11th, 2018

The public can have confidence in the new national quality standards. They are the result of one of the largest studies ever conducted on safe boating skills.
How to Make a Planer Board

Slow troll lures or baits to port and starboard

By SWS Staff posted May 9th, 2018

Slow troll lures or baits to port and starboard…

Travel

Offshore Fishing at Cape Hatteras

Fish a wealth of offshore species, year round
Where to Fish in May

Find the best spots to find your favorite species as the weather gets warmer and seasons begin to pick up around North America and the Caribbean.
Tarpon Fishing in Mexico

Discover the baby tarpon of the Yucatan Peninsula
Tarpon Migration

Where and How to Catch Tarpon in Florida
Where to Fish in April

Find the best spots to find your favorite species in April.
Spring Striped Bass

Catch more striped bass this spring as they migrate up the Eastern Seaboard.

Angler's Cookbook

Sesame Crusted Salmon Recipe

with roasted sweet potatoes and spicy vinaigrette

By Brandon McGlamery posted May 11th, 2018

Recipe for Sesame Crusted Salmon…

Saltwater Fishing Gear

Information on the industry's latest gear and electronics
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