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Articles
Fishing Hook Size Chart: How Hook Sizes Work
Hook sizes run backwards: a size 20 is tiny, a size 1 is large, then 1/0, 2/0 and up get bigger again. A chart by species and bait.
Method Feeder vs Cage Feeder: Which to Use and When
A method feeder puts your hookbait right in a ball of groundbait. A cage feeder builds a loose bed of feed. How to choose and set up each one.
Braid vs Mono vs Fluorocarbon: Which Fishing Line to Use
Braid casts far and feels every touch, mono stretches and forgives, fluorocarbon disappears and resists abrasion. Here is when to use each.
How to Put Braid on a Spinning Reel (Without Slipping)
Braid slips on a bare spool. Use a mono backing or tape, spool it under tension, and fill to just below the lip. Step by step.
How to Catch Northern Pike: The Complete Beginner's Guide
Learn the essentials of northern pike fishing, from locating weed beds and choosing the right lures to safely handling these aggressive, toothy predators.
How to Catch Big Northern Pike: Tactics for Trophy Giants
Learn how to target trophy northern pike by upsizing your baits, trolling deep weed edges, and understanding their seasonal migrations. Master the heavy-duty gear and specialized tactics needed to land a true giant.