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Best Saltwater Fishing Gear at ICAST 2026
These new pieces of saltwater fishing gear all won Best of Category awards at ICAST 2026.
Viking 50 Billfish running to the inlet
Viking 50 Billfish
The Viking 50 Billfish matches maximum fishability with classic styling, modern power and comfortable amenities.
Bull dolphin being held on board boat
Tactics to Attract and Catch Mahi Offshore
Make mahi come to you! Dolphin fishing tactics beyond running and gunning.
Aquila 36 Molokai on the water
Aquila 36 Molokai
The Aquila 36 Molokai delivers the range, bait capacity and fishability expected of a modern offshore platform.

Fishing Boats

2026 Fishing Boat Buyers Guide

Welcome to the Fishing Boat Buyers Guide, now in its 13th edition. Over the past 12 years, we have delivered in these pages highlights from the best fishing-boat builders. This year is no different, with 18 models for inshore, nearshore and offshore fishing.
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Fishing Boat Reviews

Thinking about buying a boat? Salt Water Sportsman is here to help, with an extensive library of fishing boat reviews. The reviews offer every fishing boat model’s specifications, plus a breakdown of the layout, and detailed descriptions of the usability, fishability, and conveniences.
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Game Fish

Saltwater Game Fish

Learn tips and tactics for catching some of the most popular game fish.
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Dolphin

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Flounder

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Redfish

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Sailfish

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Seatrout

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Striped Bass

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Tarpon

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Tuna

Game Fish

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How-To

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Gear

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Travel

Videos

Saltwater Fishing Videos

Watch and learn the tricks, skills and techniques you need to be a more versatile and successful angler.
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