April 3, 2018

Three Red-Hot New Fishing Boats: Ranger Z520CI, Blackfin 272cc, Grady-White Canyon 456

Fishing Boats 2018 has brought a slew of hot new fishing boats to the water, and we’ve checked out so many it makes our head spin. That said, there are three stand-outs we’re sure you’ll want […]

March 29, 2018

The Ultimate (But Often Ignored) Saltwater Fishing Bait

One of the best saltwater fishing baits on the face of the planet all too often gets ignored by anglers: “soft” blue crabs. Crabs grow by shedding their shell, and for a short period of time […]

March 28, 2018

Podcast: Saltwater Fishing Series: Flounder Fever and Other Fishing Adventures with Guest Chester Moore

On this weeks show, Dustin sits down with Chester Moore, Texas Fish & Game’s editor-in-chief, and the two talk about flounder fishing strategies on the Texas Gulf Coast and other fishing adventures. Tune in to learn […]

March 27, 2018

Kayak Trolling Tips

Kayak trolling can be quite effective, and that goes for paddlers as well as peddlers. Yes, you will need a kayak rigged properly, particularly when it comes to having multiple rod holders. And this form of […]

March 15, 2018

Try These Tips For Huge Black Drum

You want to catch a monster black drum? We’re not talking about a 10-pounder, here. We’re not talking about a 30-pounder, or even a 50-pound drum. But a true beast of a black, 70 to 80 […]

March 12, 2018

Saltwater Smack-Down: Braid vs. Monofilament

Which is better, braid or monofilament fishing line? Those of you who fish regularly know that the answer to this question includes a lot of caveats, conditions, and conundrums. In fact, there is no answer. Because […]

March 6, 2018

What Happens if You Eat GULP!?

Yes, we know the packaging on GULP! Clearly states “not for human consumption,” but we also know that the fish really seem to enjoy eating it. And that makes us quite curious. What gives? Does Shrimp-flavored […]

February 27, 2018

Spanish Invasion! 3 Tips for Catching More Spanish Mackerel

Catching more Spanish mackerel is a good goal for any angler, as these speedsters fight hard and taste great (just as long as you eat them fresh; remember, mackerel don’t freeze well). This can also be […]

February 20, 2018

You Hooked a Seagull – What Now? (Do they really taste like chicken?)

If you fish long enough, sooner or later you’ll hook a seagull. In fact, through the years I’ve managed to hook and land gulls, frigates, pelicans, and once, a hen mallard. Nine times out of 10 […]

February 14, 2018

Podcast: Saltwater Fishing Series: Basic Rod & Reel Set-Ups, Kayak Sharks and Gear Care with Guest Daryl Palmer

On this week’s episode, Dustin Warncke and Daryl Palmer discuss more saltwater fishing gear, tactics, rod, reel and line set-ups, best practices, conservation and more. From the novice angler to the advanced “old salt” fisherman, everyone […]

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