Braided fishing lines date back to the origins of modern fishing tackle. It was first made by braiding natural materials like silk or horse tails together to make a line capable of fighting fish.

Early last month, I reported on the great early-season smallmouth bass fishing some friends and I had experienced during incredible warm weather during the first couple weeks of March. I look forward ...

Having the best fishing line is often the most overlooked piece of the fishing-paraphernalia puzzle, yet, it’s definitely the most important item in any angler’s arsenal. After all, it’s the only ...

Last Tuesday, I enjoyed one of my favorite rites of spring as I hooked and landed 18 smallmouths from the Juniata River. Most of those fish averaged 14 to 16 inches, with the biggest on being a ...

The IGFA has recently approved the use of braided line as backing in order to increase a reel’s line capacity. The IGFA rule book already included many different types of backing, but it required the ...

Why knots matter: A strong, well-tied knot ensures your hook stays secure and prevents losing fish due to line failure. Core knots to learn: Improved Clinch, Palomar, and Arbor knots cover most ...

The differences between mono, fluorocarbon and braid mainlines, and when you should use each.