Marlin fishing off Virginia Beach
The Basics of Pitch-Baiting
Pitch-baiting offers several advantages, and learning specific techniques can help when targeting specific gamefish species.
Mullet run along the beach
Tips for Fishing the Fall Mullet Run
Target your favorite gamefish when they feed-up on the bounty of the fall mullet run.
Dolphinfish Research facts
The 8,000-Mile Mahi and Other Awesome Facts
Twenty-five years and 40,500 tags later, the Dolphinfish Research Program is working to protect mahi using its trove of data.
Angler holding a large triggerfish
Pursuing Triggerfish From Coast to Coast
Anglers from coast to coast each have their own methods for catching triggerfish. Use these tips depending on the location.
Boston Whaler 330 Outrage fishing

Boston Whaler 330 Outrage

Packed with fishability, the 330 Outrage also features the new WhalerStep hull design to boost lift and efficiency.

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

How-To

How-To

Gear

Gear

Travel

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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