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Why Barbless Is Best

Why Barbless Is Best

Posted by Capt. Tom Migdalski on 24th Mar 2023

Care for Your Fish and Yourself with Barbless HooksSeveral years ago, I was diamond jigging a reef off Branford, Connecticut during a late-October slammer bluefish run. The action was white hot, and o … read more
Fits Like a Glove

Fits Like a Glove

Posted by Capt. Tom Migdalski on 19th Dec 2022

Fishing gloves protect you and the fish. Here’s how to buy the right pair for your needs this holiday season.Like most longtime saltwater anglers, hooks, knives, teeth, fins, and gill plates … read more
​Walking the X-Walk Topwater

​Walking the X-Walk Topwater

Posted by Capt. Tom Migdalski on 21st Oct 2022

Topwater Tactics for Fall Stripers and Blues In mid-October, fishing buddy and saltwater fly expert Vince Battista and I drifted along a rock-studded sand flat in southern Connecticut. The conditions … read more
Heavy Spinning Rods

Heavy Spinning Rods

Posted by Capt. Tom Migdalski on 23rd Sep 2022

Catching large predators on spinning gear isn’t the novel news that it was only a dozen years ago. Back in 2005, some anglers starting in the “tuna-pop” sport were using extra-heavy musky or stripe … read more
Soft-Sided Tackle Boxes

Soft-Sided Tackle Boxes

Posted by Capt. Tom Migdalski on 5th Aug 2022

Soft-sided tackle boxes are a viable—and often preferable—option to typical hard-sided tackle boxes. Innovative, soft-sided models lead the tacklebox lineup by offering anglers versatility, reduced we … read more
Tarpon—Key West’s Other Night Life

Tarpon—Key West’s Other Night Life

Posted by Capt. Tom Migdalski on 12th May 2022

When hunting tarpon in Key West’s bays, local knowledge of these skinny waters is critical to cruising through the many miles of backcountry. Some of the navigable waterways run precariously close … read more
The Line Debate: Mono vs. Braid

The Line Debate: Mono vs. Braid

Posted by Capt. Tom Migdalski on 21st Mar 2022

If you’re new to fishing, you’ve likely noticed two distinct types of lines on the market—monofilament and braid—but which is better? The short answer is, if it’s in good condition, there’s no such th … read more
Arguably The Best Winter Fishery In New England

Arguably The Best Winter Fishery In New England

Posted by Evan Kamoen on 17th Jan 2022

What is a Holdover?Winter in New England brings cold and nasty weather, most saltwater fisherman either convert to freshwater, or stack their rods away for hibernation. However, if you do some explo … read more
Southwest Florida Slam

Southwest Florida Slam

Posted by Capt. Tom Migdalski on 3rd Jan 2022

Snook, Seatrout, and Redfish Deliver World-Class Light-Tackle Action in Charlotte HarborAlmost every angler knows “Boca Grande” is synonymous with “Tarpon Capitol of the World.” Technically, Bo … read more
Footwear Fundamentals

Footwear Fundamentals

Posted by Capt. Tom Migdalski on 16th Dec 2021

Fishing shoes and boots offer traction, protection, support, and comfort for long days on deck or shore. Here’s what you need to know before buying them this holiday season.At this time of year, hundr … read more
Hickory Time

Hickory Time

Posted by Capt. Tom Migdalski on 17th Nov 2021

Hickory Shad—and other species often loosely lumped together as “river herring”—are frequently landed as bycatch during spring and fall runs of schoolie striped bass. But for light tackle anglers on s … read more