Here’s what you need to know to fish these great soft plastics in northern or southern waters. Although paddle tails—two words which will eventually morph into “paddletails,” just like “crankbait” … read more

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Most of us agree that climate change is a really bad thing, and it’s affecting many fish species in the western North Atlantic. According to NOAA Fisheries, as the waters warm, populations are shif … read more

Unlike Atlantic mackerel, which frequent cooler waters from Block Island to Maine, chub mackerel tolerate warmer water and migrate north into southern New England as the summer heat raises water te … read more

For years, anglers have debated Fluorocarbon versus monofilament as leader material. But there’s also a newer and little-known line called Perlon, which fills a specific use in leader applications. … read more

The right knife makes easy work of your catch.As my father always coached me, “Use the right tool for the job.” Thataxiom is never truer than with fillet knives. The greatest benefit of using a fillet … read more

A Soft ApproachSpring is the Time to Turn to Soft Plastics Soft plastics have evolved over the years, offering anglers many advantages over traditional hard-bodied lures. Hard lures don’t possess the … read more

Some anglers have difficulty understanding hooks—sizing, terminology, and design—because there are so many variations on the market. Here’s a brief overview of an important subject to help you under … read more

Understanding and matching baitfish improves your catch rate.Big fish need lots of protein, and they get it from eating smaller fish. Forage fish or “baitfish” are loosely defined as small, schooli … read more

A Q&A with captains who explain how to avoid paying good money for a bad trip.Guided fishing trips aren’t cheap, and when making the most of your vacation time you need to do some homework to … read more

Rod Action 101 Choosing the right spinning rod allows you to cast artificials more effectively and subdue fish more efficiently Story and Photos by Capt. Tom MigdalskiToday, anglers everywhere routi … read more

Late-Season BluefishStory and photos by Capt. Tom MigdalskiNovember is a transition month for anglers. Launches are largely deserted, and marina boats are dry-docked and wrapped in plastic like loaves … read more