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How to choose the right crankbait colors when bass fishing
With hundreds of crankbait lure colors to choose from, picking the right color for bass fishing can be hard. Fishing pro Tom Redington has tips for choosing the right crankbait colors for various conditions.
How to protect yourself from the sun when fishing
For anyone spending time on the water, too much sun exposure can have long-lasting effects, from aging spots and wrinkles to skin cancer. Fishing pro Tom Redington gives a few simple tips to protect yourself from the sun, while keeping cool in the process.
When to catch pre-spawned bass
Q. I have been wondering what month of the year will be best to catch pre-spawned large mouth, small mouth, and Kentucky bass? Also would a shaky head jig work good to catch them?
How to find a good place to fish
Before you start fishing on a new lake, make sure you ask the landowner for permission. See if he or she has any special rules or regulations, and always leave the lake cleaner than you found it.
Using a trolling motor
Trolling motors are battery-powered engines used to move a boat quietly around the shallows without spooking the fish. Pro angler Tom Redington demonstrates how one works.
How to Tie a Palomar Knot
The palomar is one of the easiest, most versatile fishing knots. Pro angler Tom Redington demonstrates how to tie it.
8 fishing knots to know
Can you imagine going fishing without knowing how to tie an improved clinch knot? Or a double surgeon’s loop? Neither can we.
How to do the Shooter Cast
The Shooter is a fun and effective way to cast a line under docks or other overhanging obstacles. Fishing champ Aaron McAlexander shows you how it’s done.








