Walking amongst the fishing rod racks at a Bass Pro Shops can be overwhelming because the choices are seemingly limited. It may be tough to find your grandpa’s pistol-grip, 5-foot 6-inch fiberglass ...

Fly fishing for bass isn’t always easy, and there are more effective ways to put a bunch of fish in the boat. But if there’s a more exciting way to catch bass, I haven’t found it yet. If you want to ...

Bass don’t disappear in winter – they move. Here’s where to find them and how to catch them on a fly rod, when cold water ...

It’s no secret that Bass Pro Shops is the place to go when you need a new rod or reel—or any piece of fishing gear and equipment, for that matter. While the massive outdoor retailer carries big brands ...

Most anglers assume when building a new rod and reel combo, you should match the approximate price of your reel to the rod. Since most manufacturers seem to combo their own gear using an approximate ...

No species is more closely associated with freshwater fishing than bass. It’s what most people—anglers and nonanglers alike—envision catching when casting into a lake or pond. And it makes sense ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Truth is, you can catch a fish with a cane pole. But the latest, greatest graphite ...

Note: For years I’ve interviewed top anglers and not-so-top ones and have noticed that many talk more about the little things that make such a big difference, such as proper hook set or netting. So ...