Determining the best bass fishing rod for a particular purpose is a personalized endeavor. An angler’s physical stature, line choice, and fishing environment are all factors to consider when choosing ...

Shimano is, and has been for a long time, an industry leader in the development and construction of high-end bass fishing gear. Some of their products, like the Curado casting reel, for example, have ...

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 ...

The updated IKE Signature Series rods are constructed from 30-ton graphite with Powerlux 200 resin, boosting sensitivity and balance. They come in three lines, each crafted for specialized use. The ...

The best fishing rods are durable and flexible, with excellent sensitivity that makes catching your target easier. Regardless of your style of fishing, everything else—from reels to lines and bait to ...

If you’re just getting started with bass fishing, you’ll quickly notice that experienced anglers seem to use one of two distinctly different styles of fishing reels. But how do they choose between a ...

There's one thing crankbait rods for bass all have in common—a parabolic bend. That flex, which is described as a slow or moderate action, stretches from tip to handle. It creates long casts, controls ...

Immersing yourself in the great outdoors, unwinding, reconnecting with nature and indulging in a sport Herbert Hoover once described as “a chance to wash one’s soul with pure air,” fishing holds a ...