Steelhead and brown trout aficionados will certainly agree. These popular gamefish species present a good news/bad news scenario. The good news is both can found coast to coast here in...

Ah, the summer duldrums. Heat. Humidity. Mosquitoes. Warm water. These conditions all make for tough…well, fill-in-the-blank. But if you’re an angler, this time of year is especially challenging. The fish...

After a long cold winter, especially here in the Midwest, those sunny warm days brings out anglers of all ages. The spring can be a very rewarding time of the...

For rod recommendations, I prefer a 7’ light action blank with a fast tip so that I can present the hair jig or plastic with the right cadence. For reel...

Ice anglers are certainly a different breed. We anxiously wait for first ice much like a 10-point buck does nearing the rut. The gear is ready, the anxiety levels are...

Let's talk about the Fish itself for a moment. Walleye are walleye, year round! They are no different in January with one exception; cold January water temps slow them down;...

Given the title – Matching your fishing outfit (rod/reel) to your target species– it would be a simple matter to say little fish / light gear, and big fish /...

Perhaps fishing hasn’t gotten more difficult over the past decade; however, most anglers would agree that fishing, including everything from bluegills to blue marlin and everything in between, has gotten...

Choosing the right fishing reel is key to enhancing your angling success, particularly when targeting different species or environments. For anglers seeking a versatile, high-performance reel, the Piscifun Alijoz Series...

Fishing has long been a beloved pastime, captivating the hearts of people from all walks of life. It's a hobby that knows no age boundaries, offering a sense of tranquility,...

Fishing is a beloved hobby enjoyed by millions of people around the world. It's a great way to relax, unwind, and connect with nature. However, for beginners, the thought of...

Summer is a special time in the Midwest, and more specifically, Wisconsin. This time of year can be an easy “write-off” for anglers, as the fish move deep, grow more...

Like many anglers, I have quite a few rods, quite a few reels, and, understandably then, quite a few rod and reel combinations. Some of the outfits I use once...

I’m not bragging… Really, I’m not…but I do have a lot of fishing reels. Not as many as my father, a collector of vintage reels, but plenty. Spinning reels. Casting...

My name is Scott Olson and I’ve been a resident of the Black Hills of South Dakota since 2008. I’ve been fishing on the water and shores, though, for a...

The ICX Focus rods that Piscifun came out with this season are excellent additions to the ice rod market, and while they are only available online, I sincerely hope that others will order them to give them a shot.

Hello again, Scott Olson here.  I live in Rapid City, SD and have been in the outdoors all of my life.  I’ve really taken to ice fishing over the last...