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reef fishing rod in Costa Rica aboard Colio with Mike Hennessy

Understanding Fishing Rod Actions: How to Choose the Perfect Rod

Select the perfect fishing rod by understanding how action and power work together. This comprehensive guide helps you match rod characteristics to specific techniques and fish species, whether you're targeting bass in freshwater or marlin offshore. Learn how materials, components, and design impact performance for every angling scenario.

satellite fishing maps for forecast

Advanced Fishing Forecast Tips and Tools

Modern fishing forecasts combine satellite data with environmental conditions to predict prime fishing opportunities. Learn how to interpret sea temperatures, chlorophyll levels, and weather patterns to locate fish more efficiently and transform your angling success with techniques once available only to commercial fishermen.

cory allen with a 50 inch muskie

Cory Allen Launches Illinois Muskie Fishing Guide Service

Cory Allen has returned to southern Illinois, bringing his trophy fish expertise to Kincaid Lake and Shelbyville Pyramid State Park. With multiple 50-inch catches to his name, Allen offers anglers unprecedented access to Illinois' premier muskellunge waters through his new specialized guide service.

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In The Spread Leads the Way in Online Fishing Courses

In The Spread revolutionizes sport fishing courses with a global approach, connecting anglers to elite professionals worldwide. Unlike regional competitors, we deliver comprehensive instruction spanning offshore, inshore, and freshwater techniques for any species, anywhere. Join the premier platform where serious anglers access proven methods from the world's best fishermen.

Reubin Payne and Mike Hennessy sharing a laugh while fishing in Costa Rica

Shit Talking and Joke Telling While Fishing

On fishing trips, the best memories often emerge from relentless banter and joke-telling among friends. When skilled anglers gather, their mix of expertise and wit creates an atmosphere ripe for unforgettable moments – from savage roasts to hysterical mishaps, these shared laughs forge deeper bonds and lasting memories on the water.

Kevin Hibbard holding a vinyl skirted Marlin Magic Ruckus

The Path to Elite Sport Fishing: Learning from the Best

Want to elevate your fishing game? Success requires more than time on the water. Learn how studying elite anglers, challenging conventional wisdom, and maintaining an open mind can transform you into a masterful fisherman.

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Weather Patterns and Fishing: How Barometric Pressure Affects Fish Behavior

Barometric pressure, often overlooked by anglers, plays a crucial role in fish behavior and feeding patterns. Understanding this atmospheric force can transform your fishing strategy, helping you predict prime fishing times and adapt your techniques. From freshwater lakes to open oceans, learn how pressure changes influence different species and elevate your angling success.

Big Florida Bass with Nick Kefalides

A Guide to Freshwater Fishing in Florida

Explore the vibrant freshwater fishing scene in Florida! Discover top species, popular fishing regions, hidden gems like lakes, springs, and rivers, and valuable tips for an unforgettable fishing adventure.

Seth Horne at Rowley Shoals with a long nose emperor fish

Master Any Fish - Beginner to Pro Guide with In The Spread Videos

Explore the world of fishing with In The Spread, where expert videos guide you from beginner basics to advanced tactics. Elevate your skills, understand fish behavior, and join a community of top fishermen eager to share their passion and insights. Transform your fishing adventures with knowledge, and make every catch memorable.

Cory Allen shows muskie trolling techniques and how to catch fish

Tennessee Musky Fishing - Big Fish Down South

Tennessee boasts world-class musky fishing opportunities across the state. Chase down these tackle-busting giants in reservoirs and rivers using the right seasonal patterns and techniques. Muskies require perseverance but deliver unforgettable strikes and fish stories.

big bass in central Florida caught by In The Spread instructor Nick Kefalides

Fall Bass Fishing Strategies

As autumn arrives, it's time to master fall bass fishing. Cooling water sparks hungry aggression in bass seeking to fatten up for winter. Read on to discover prime locations to find active bass, effective lure choices, and key seasonal tips to adapt your strategies for fall fishing success.

Musky Fishing – Don't Limit Your Scope

Musky Fishing – Don't Limit Your Scope

Musky fishing is often misunderstood as being set up in the north, but it is actually a "southern fish" to some. Tennessee, located to the east of the Rockies, is more elevated than Kentucky. Despite this, there is a vast amount of untapped musky water in the state. This highlights the importance of perception in both musky fishing and life.

Cory Allen shows muskie trolling techniques and how to catch fish

Musky - Catch This Apex Predator

A musky, a large predatory fish native to North America, is a member of the pike family and is known for its slender body and sharp scales. Found in cold lakes and streams, they are aggressive predators that feed on other fish, birds, and small mammals. Muskie are apex predators, controlling prey populations and maintaining ecosystem balance. They are highly sought after by anglers.

Musky Fishing - Wintertime Thoughts with Dwayne Hickey

Musky Fishing - Wintertime Thoughts with Dwayne Hickey

The Collins River is ideal for musky fishing during December through March, with falling water temperatures and rising water levels. To maximize success, research water level, weather, and location. Musky fishing tips include slowing down, using current breaks, and focusing on steep banks, log jams, weed beds, and deep bluffs. Muskie will feed actively in even the coldest water and air temperatures, so adjusting your tactics is crucial.

Early Spring Bass Fishing on Lake Guntersville

Early Spring Bass Fishing on Lake Guntersville

Early spring bass fishing in Lake Guntersville offers numerous approaches and unique locations. The lake's depth varies depending on the location, with shallow water upriver and deeper water around mid and lower rivers. Water temperature also plays a significant role, with warmer shallow water allowing early spawning and winning tournaments above the BB Comer Bridge.

Expectations For a Bass Fishing Guide

Expectations For a Bass Fishing Guide

Bass fishing trips with a guide can be a learning experience, focusing on improving skills rather than just catching fish. A good guide can teach trivial aspects like bait and electronics, making the day enjoyable and enhancing the overall experience. Despite the challenges, guiding on Lake Guntersville ensures a successful and enjoyable experience.

Fishing Boat Houses for Fall Bass

Fishing Boat Houses for Fall Bass

Largemouth bass fishing around boat houses is best in the fall, when bass hide from the sun under shallow docks and property edges. To find fish, find boat houses with the correct depth and pick them apart. Bait fish move to shallow water to feed, and older wood on boat houses produces more natural habitat. Visually checking life under boat houses can reveal feeding bass.

Fall Muskie Fishing - Collins River with Dwayne Hickey

Fall Muskie Fishing - Collins River with Dwayne Hickey

Southern muskie fishing in the summer is challenging due to the lack of closed seasons and ice covered rivers. However, abstaining from fishing is short but crucial for species health. Fall offers excellent action with various lures, including top water and spinnerbaits. Swim baits are available in various sizes and colors for clear and stained river water.

 How to Attack Suspending Bass

How to Attack Suspending Bass

Bass fishing in September can be challenging due to the heat and lack of rain. Vertical fishing is the best approach, as the thermocline at the lake bottom affects bass behavior. Recognizing the thick grass line at the bottom can help make the right move and bait selection, especially in lakes with no oxygen-producing grass.

How to Catch Muskie - Fishing Videos

How to Catch Muskie - Fishing Videos

Catching muskie, a species of 10,000 casts, is challenging due to the variety of water conditions and lures available. The mechanics of fishing for blue marlin are more complex, and triggering bites from seemingly disinterested fish depends on experience. Great musky fishermen spend more time on the water targeting muskellunge, gaining valuable knowledge and experience. However, not everyone can improve their skills without time or money.