Jetty Fishing Tips

Bait stacks up in the pocket where a jetty meets the land. Gamefish are sure to follow. Tim Reagan Special delivery: Sign up for the free Salt Water Sportsman email newsletter. Subscribe to Salt Water Sportsman magazine for $19 for 1 year and receive 4 bonus digital issues. There are few pieces of structure as iconic as jetties. These […]

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Baitfish Profiles: Fill Your Livewell with Croaker

WHEREVER YOU’RE FISHING, HAVING THE RIGHT BAIT at the ready is a necessary component to success. Whether you’re an artificial enthusiast trying to match the hatch or you prefer natural bait, presenting natural forage to your targeted predators is the end goal. With so many different baits available in Florida, determining the right one can […]

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Top Fishing Lure Colors

A ravenous mahi will eat almost anything, but the right lures will get more hits from slammers. Jessica Haydahl Richardson Anglers need a game plan when they head to the tackle shop. Not only is the style of the lure important, so is the hue. In fact, color might be one of those overlooked variables […]

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Tackle Warehouse DIY: Top 5 Jig Modifications

Do jigs catch fish straight out of the package? Absolutely. However, if you take the time to do some simple modifications you can greatly increase your efficiency, boost hook-up ratios, and optimize your presentation for any situation. One of the few bass fishing lures known to catch fish year-round, jigs can be modified throughout the […]

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New Saltwater Lures

AFTCO Digger Jon Whittle AFTCO Digger Don’t be fooled. The AFTCO Digger looks like it should be trolled. That’s because trolling plugs with similar characteristics have caught plenty of wahoo, king mackerel and tuna over the years. But the Digger is definitely a casting plug, says AFTCO. Weighted specifically for long casts and sinking to […]

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Get Into Turning Plugs

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How Much Would You Pay for the Hottest Lure of the Year?

The popularity of the Nomad Design Madmacs with both anglers and resellers has forced many retailers to limit the amount customers may purchase at a time. Jim Hendricks Special delivery: Sign up for the free Salt Water Sportsman email newsletter. Subscribe to Salt Water Sportsman magazine for $19 for 1 year and receive 4 bonus digital issues. Angler success […]

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Table Rock Bait Company under New Ownership

Sparta, Mo., September 1, 2022 – Table Rock Bait Co., dba Chompers announced, effective September 1, it has transferred full Ownership of the business from Ed Larson to Aaron Click and Jarrod Neef. “Chompers is a brand I’ve been fishing for years,” said Aaron Click.  “I want to thank the former owner of Chompers Ed […]

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The Best Lures to Throw During the Mullet Run

One of the most popular species to target during the mullet run are full-grown tarpon. Spotting them along the beach is much easier than actually landing them. Ben Holtzclaw There are 78 species of mullet and each one has a unique appearance and behavior. Imitating them, some of the most common backwater baitfish, is key […]

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