
Sub-Surface Trolling Tactics
While specialized tactics dial in on specific depths, don’t neglect that 1- to 5-foot slice of the water column.
Discover strategies and tackle tips for saltwater fishing rigs.

While specialized tactics dial in on specific depths, don’t neglect that 1- to 5-foot slice of the water column.

Easy video and instructions for three of the best leader-to-braid fishing knots with tips for monofilament and fluorocarbon leaders.

Pitch-baiting with rods rigged and ready on deck is vital to hooking fish that pop up close to the boat.

Tired of trolling for hours offshore? Use these deep-drop tactics to fill your cooler with great-tasting fish.
The road to angling expertise comprises a multitude of basic skills, which through time and repetition become second nature and, in the best of cases, provide a solid foundation for improvising when an unexpected challenge arises. Mastery of the fundamentals lies at the heart of consistent angling success. Even the most experienced boating angler sometimes needs a reminder or refresher on the things usually taken for granted. The tips and skills assembled here have survived the test of time and provide but a few on a long list of essential on-the-water skills.