If you’re looking to upgrade your current boat rig, or purchase your first one, plenty of great offerings exist for 2026.
Any of the models below are great choices whether you’re a tournament angler, weekend warrior, or simply a person who wants a great ride on their local lake or river.
Looking for a new fishing boat in 2026? These options are sure to please Read More »
If an angler wants a new motor, there are more options than ever, with more colors to match your gelcoat, and lower heartaches at the gas pump. These things sip fuel, don’t require ear plugs to operate, and they require less maintenance than in year’s past.
Repower, or buy a new rig, but the options below won’t disappoint.
Repower your outboard or trolling motor: Here are top options for 2026 Read More »
Every year our family goes down to Florida for a trip, and I always make sure we are on a canal, beach or some place that gives my crew an opportunity to fish.
We always go to VRBO or some site to find a house that fits the bill. Hotels? No thanks. The tricky part is deciding on an area to visit that not only allows us to fish, but also to find a salty fish species that’s anxious to allow a northern man to score.
What to know if heading south for winter angling Read More »
Who wouldn’t want to find some of the great gifts below in their stocking or under their tree?
Some might keep your feet dry, your body warm, or help you catch more fish. In any case, keep your outdoor loved ones in their “happy outdoor place” by shopping from Santa’s list below.
One of the biggest complaints that crossbow shooters always have had was having to fire the bolt to unload it, unless you owned one of the few models that had de-cocking gizmos, built right in.
For 2025, almost every manufacturer has a model that can be cocked or de-cocked, without having to risk blowing out a shoulder. That’s a major upgrade for rank-and-file horizontal bow users as autumn approaches.
Faster and smarter: New crossbows for 2025 Read More »
Vertical bows used to almost always lead their advertising or sales pitch with how many feet per second the model pumped out arrows. Sure, the “need for speed” was, and remains important, but brands today seem content with about 350 feet per second. They emphasize, however, making their flagship models quiet, with reduced vibration, and more user-friendly.
This evolution makes a lot of sense because the models are still really fast, but a bowhunter doesn’t have to be an expert archer to shoot them.
Best of 2025’s compound bows: Here’s what hunters should ‘target’ this season Read More »
Keep Dad safe when he’s entering or leaving the boat with Ezee Step’s sturdy and safe step system along with a grab pole that makes even launching solo a breeze. Skip putting on waders to navigate up slippery boat ramps and have peace of mind knowing that the ol’ man can land on dry, safe ground.
Father’s Day gift guide for the outdoors dad who thought he had everything Read More »
Forward-facing sonar (FFS), while being a key tool in a growing number of anglers’ boats, is not exactly the magic bullet people (who don’t own a unit) think it is. It takes careful rigging, lots of practice, and needs to be fitted to an angler’s fishing style to really pay dividends.
Wisconsin’s Tommy Kemos is one of the most consistent walleye anglers anywhere and said his Garmin indeed helps him compete in today’s high-tech fishing world, but there are some keys to using the technology properly.
Here’s how to get the most out of your forward-facing sonar Read More »
While forward-facing sonar certainly has had some criticism, it doesn’t mean that lure manufacturers aren’t acknowledging that they need to have baits that work better for it, and most of them are creating baits that can be “seen” better by the technology.
The good thing is these baits also work well for the angler who hasn’t joined the world of FFS. Here is a look at some great options to add to your tackle box as you head onto the open water.
Top new lures for the 2025 open-water season Read More »
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