Fishing Q&A: Okuma Trio or Quantum Fire spinning reel?

These are two very popular, inexpensive, and overall great spinning reels. We've found which one stacks up the best. Which one do you think we picked?

Fishing Q&A: Abu Garcia Cardinal STX or Quantum Fire?

Here's two great spinning reels from the top two premium brands. We picked a favorite. Read on to see if you agree!

Fishing Q&A: Shimano Curado I or Abu Garcia REVO STX?

These are two of the best mid-range baitcasters on the market. We've picked our favorite. Do you agree?

What is the best fishing line weight?

This is a loaded question! It really depends on what and how you're trying to fish. Lets just say we're only talking about "catching something and having fun" though. What kind of line is the best?

How I Catch Hundreds of River Smallmouth Bass

Three years ago I struggled to catch river smallmouth bass, but today I catch at least a limit every time I'm out. I even catch bass when the other fishermen come back empty handed. My success comes from a repeatable technique with a plastic worm. More...

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Wizbang Fishing Tech: New Fishing Lure Picker

Here's something awesome for fishermen. Let's say you're looking to try something new, like you want to work on your jig technique for that mid-summer slow and deep bass fishing. If you're wondering where to start, you've got one more tool in your arsenal with OutfitterPro.US's new Fishing Lure Wizard.

From the shop: Free Trilene Line and Berkley Shirt with Spinning Combo ($50)

We found some awesome freebies for you! For a limited time, buy this Berkley spinning combo and receive a free long sleeve t-shirt. Also free trilene line after rebate! Links to rebates:
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From the shop: Midrange Kayak Dropshot Smallmouth Bass Fishing Set ($91)

This set is for fishing small to medium sized tributary rivers for smallmouth bass. It has mid-range components that have noticeable advantages over inexpensive gear. If the water has good visibility, target the deepest pools you can see. If you are not able to see the bottom, target the outside of bends, and behind any current breaks.

Link to the set: http://outfitterpro.us/pages/32.html

From the shop: Ultimate Panfish Bobber Fishing Set ($314)

This set is the best set of equipment currently available to catch panfish like Bluegills, Redears, Red Breasts, Rockbass, Crappie, and even small black bass. All components are premium and proven to be highly productive. Simply tie it together and focus on 5+ ft areas which have underwater structure. The lures are sized for 8" or larger panfish, which is larger than average. Be aware that you will not be able to take smaller fish with this set.

From the shop: Kentucky Jig Largemouth Bass Fishing Set ($48)

This set is for bottom jig finesse fishing. You'll want to have first used a searching technique, such as a crankbait, to identify a location holding bass. Use this set to slowly work the bottom of an area holding bass for a higher catch rate. Let the jig sit for 10-20 seconds at each location before reeling it in 5 ft to sit again. Hits will be a light tap or a bounce on the visible line.

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From the shop: Outer Banks North Carolina Gulp Surf Fishing Set ($106)

This set is for fishing at the beach in North Carolina. Tie three feet of leader line onto the end of your main line. Slide a weight onto the line (don't tie it), and then tie a hook onto the end of the line. Cast it out as far as you can, and reel it in, sensing for a deeper area. Keep the bait in the deeper area and wait for a bite.

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From the shop: Alabama Spinnerbait Largemouth Bass Fishing Set ($54)

This set is perfect for prespawn and early fall when bass are very active. Cast spinnerbaits as far as you can and lead them near underwater structure like brush and rocks. You're looking for bass waiting in ambush, so move often. If you didn't catch a bass on your second cast, it is unlikely there are any fish that are willing to bite on your third.

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From the shop: Pennsylvania Powerbait Trout Fishing Set ($54)

This set is best for fishing ponds stocked with farm raised trout. To use powerbait, tie a hook and weight on in dropshot style. Take a dollop of powerbait and mold it onto the hook in a shape that is at least twice as long as it is wide.

Link to the set: http://outfitterpro.us/pages/25.html

From the shop: Wisconsin Tube Jig Smallmouth Bass Fishing Set ($103)

This set is ideal for fishing smallmouth bass in Lake Superior and Lake Michigan. Tie the jig on and thread a tube over it. Tube jigs are a classic and productive staple for catching keeper size SMB.

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From the shop: Inexpensive Crappie Slipbobber Fishing Set ($58)

This set is for still-fishing crappie and large sunfish at depths from 5 to 15 feet. Use the 10 foot rod during the prespawn to cast to underwater brush at medium depths where crappie schools congregate.

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From the shop: Budget Smallmouth Tube Fishing Set ($47)

This set is ideal for fishing smallmouth bass in rivers and lakes. Tie the jig on and thread a tube over it. Tube jigs are a classic and productive staple for catching keeper size SMB.

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From the shop: Kevin Vandam's All-Star Tournament Bass Fishing Set ($430)

This set is a selection of Kevin Vandam's licensed tournament grade equipment. Designed to be fished from a bass boat and catch the highest total weight of fish in a day. The equipment is designed to be used fast and hard all day long.

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From the shop: Inexpensive Zebco Trout/Bluegill Fishing Set ($47)

This fishing set is for classic casual fishing at ponds and lakes. This set makes a great excuse for spending time with children outdoors. Either use a float with an unweighted hook or a dropshot style of fishing.

Link to the set: http://outfitterpro.us/pages/20.html

From the shop: Top Budget Starter Bass Fishing Set ($50)

This set is for fishermen new to bass fishing and will work well in almost all waters. Use the lunkersticks weightless in clear or heavily pressured waters. Use the squarebill crankbait for exploring new water and in murky water.

Link to set: http://outfitterpro.us/pages/19.html