In many ways, baitcasting rods are the foundation of bass fishing equipment. Besides finesse fishing and a few other techniques, almost all largemouth and smallmouth fishing is done with a casting rod ...

Jigs are one of the most popular and effective bass lures. The wide variety of styles—finesse jigs, football jigs, and hair jigs, to name a few—make them an extremely versatile bait. However, the ...

I winced when I realized another giant black drum had my rod doubled over. Not that I have anything against catching these lumbering bottom feeders, but I was justifiably concerned that my light ...

Crankbait fishing benefits from a technique-specific rod design more than most other techniques. In general, a good crankbait rod includes deep flex and forgiving action, but enough sensitivity to ...

The expansion of bass fishing tournaments for youth has opened new opportunities for young people in the outdoors. Just as the National Archery in the Schools Program and Minnesota’s middle and high ...

Every angler needs a rod and reel, but knowing what to get can be daunting. Sporting goods stores have vast selections of rods and reels. There are baitcasting reels bearing a dizzying array of ...

These are our top picks of the best barbel rods available!