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Posted on 11:00 AM by Admin and filed under
Rods
- Offered in GLX, IMX, GL3 and GL2 models
- Fuji reel seats, with the Loomis "mag touch" exposed blank near the trigger
- Versatile - useful for jigs, plastic worms, soft jerkbaits, and whacky worms
- Fast-action rods with a powerful, magnum butt section that gives you increased casting range
- Covered by the Loomis Manufacturer's Limited Lifetime Warranty
Product Description
The G. Loomis Classic Mag Bass Rods are some of the best values in bass rods and combine the performance and all around fishability that you have come to expect from Loomis. These rods originally designed for pitching jigs and worms for largemouth bass have been discovered by walleye anglers smallmouth enthusiasts pike chasers and even light duty saltwater folks. More....
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Posted on 8:39 PM by Admin and filed under
Articles
The main thing that anglers know about catfish fishing is that this species is very attracted to all types of cheese baits. If you have never used cheese bait to fish for catfish before, then you don't know what you are missing.
One of the main characteristic of the catfish is their strong sense of smell that helps them to seek out and find the nearest food source. Therefore, catfish are attracted to the smell of cheese baits and since there are so many different types available, they are considered to be one of the most efficient ways to fish for this species.
There are different types of cheese baits sold on the market today so you can try different ones until you find which of them gives you the best results.
You can even make your own cheese baits if you prefer. With such a variety available it may be a little difficult deciding which type of catfish cheese bait would be the best one to use. The tips below can help you decide which one would be the best and when the best time to use them would be.
How to Choose the Best Catfish Cheese Bait
So how do you know which catfish cheese bait to use? If you have never used this type of bait in the past you may want to start by trying some of the store bought brands to see what kind of results you get. After you have a little experience using cheese baits you can switch over and try some of the homemade recipes that are available.
You will find that many types of cheese can be used to make catfish bait but the most popular type is the limburger cheese. This one has that distinct smell that seems to reach out and grab the attention of the catfish and pull them in your direction.
When you are ready to try making your own bait you can go online and find many great recipes that will help you get started. After awhile you may even want to begin experimenting and come up with your on mixture. Regardless of which type of cheese bait you use there is no way to say for sure which one will work the best in any particular situation.
There are many factors that will affect how the catfish react to your bait. The weather, the time of year, the type of water and the depth you are going fishing in are all things that will determine how they respond to the bait you present.
The best thing to do is try different types of cheese baits until you find the one that works the best for you and for the type of water in which you are fishing.
Tips on How to Use Cheese Baits
Using cheese baits is not difficult but there are a few things that you can do that will help to increase your success. Catfish are bottom feeders so you need to get the catfish cheese bait down to the bottom of the water where they are in search of food. Tighten your line so there is no slack and so you can have better control over it by lifting the tip of the rod. This will also help you notice when the catfish is taking the bait.
Try not to jerk your rod or continuously pull it up and down. This not only discourages the catfish from striking but it can also cause you to lose your bait.
About the Author
Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best catfish fishing information possible. Get more information on catfish bait here: http://www.askcatfishfishing.com/
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Posted on 11:22 PM by Admin and filed under
Articles
Old fishing lures have timeless appeal. They take one back to a simpler time, where small craft product production was the norm. Innovation, variety and nostalgia make this hobby rewarding.
If you are a fisherman who has come across and old tackle box full of lures, you know the magic that comes from collecting old vintage fishing lures and tackle. Although the old lures may be dusty, even a little rusted, they are artifacts of a simpler time in America.
Innovation Of The Small-Scale Entrepreneur
During the golden age of fishing tackle, the late 20th century, small lure manufacturers dominated the industry. The few national brands that did exist were not really mass-marketed in the sense that we know today. Most lures were regional contraptions, made in some hardy soul's garage or basement.
Without having to please mass-market discount stores, the small lure maker could truly innovate. Strange and quirky designs made their way onto shelves of hardware stores and tackle shops.
Heavy Lures Were The Norm
Most antique lures are large - huge, in fact by today's standards. They were designed to be cast with the crude level-wind reels and stiff rods of the time, and were generally heavy, and ran in shallow water, or were fished topwater.
It was not until the advent of modern lines and backlash-free reels that the smaller lures we know today began to dominate.
Lures To Look Out For
When going through the old tackle box, look for wooden plugs with these names stenciled on them: Heddon, Arbogast, South Bend and Creek Chub.
Although you'll find lures by these companies produced now, look for older, larger wood models. Lures with the original box and paperwork are considered more valuable to collectors.
Lure Materials
Old fishing plugs are made from a variety of woods, including red and white cedar, basswood and balsa, although most any hardwood could be used.
Hook technology was not as advanced as today, and you'll most likely find rust on the hooks of older lures, unless they were kept dry.
Paint And Finish
Most vintage lures were painted with a combination of colored lacquer, followed by a coat of clear. One of the most enjoyable aspects of collecting the older lures is the variety and ingenuity of the paint patters.
Old plugs might have intricate airbrushed scale and color patterns, applied by expert craftsmen. While still attractive, this old finish probably would not survive being used regularly, so it's better not the use these lures, but keep them for enjoyment off the water.
Revolution In Tackle Industry
In the 1970's we saw the explosion of fishing from a cottage industry to a full-blown mass market. Bass tournaments, large catalog houses and mass market retailers have made lure manufacturing strictly a made-overseas proposition.
With the advent of the Internet, some small batch lure companies can get enough of a market to survive.
Modern Lures Aren't As Much Fun
Although modern lures have better paint, sharper hooks and run truer in the water, they lack to romance of their older counterparts.
No mass-produced product can equal the mystique and nostalgia of the small-batch, custom made lures of the mid-to-late 20th Century.
These lures will always be popular with collectors, and are steadily increasing in value as the years go by.
I hope this article helps everyone understand the magic of antique lure collecting, a hobby that has fascinated anglers for many years.
About the Author
More Antique Fishing info here.
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Posted on 3:58 PM by Admin and filed under
Reels
- 32" Remote Control " Radio Ranger" Catch Real Fish!
- Catch any size fish!
- Everything included ready to go fishing rc boat!
- 300 foot range
- Boat, The RC Fishing Pole, 7.2V-1800mah boat battery, Pistol grip transmitter w/batteries, wall charger, boat stand, extra propellers included
Product Description
Our biggest, This is the 32" "Radio Ranger" Remote Control fishing boat. It's almost 3 feet long, that is a big RC Boat for catching fish! The biggest rc fishin' boat we have! Catch any size fish with this huge one! The Radio Ranger is great around the dock fishing for little fish, the kids love it! The Radio Ranger can also drive out 300 feet, so for the real fisherman it's not only a blast, it's very useful for driving the fishing line out to record distances, and getting the line where you can't cast! There's never been more fun fishing than being able to use a remote control boat and going fishing at the same time. The Radio Ranger is not like the novelty "toy" boats that catch only little fish, The Radio Ranger with the RC Fishing Pole is designed so you can catch big fish too! Put the 32" Radio Ranger in the water, and go fishing the new way, rc fishing! Fish Fun Co. remote control boats are for real fishing. Catch small Panfish, Bass, and big fish like Pike! The Radio Ranger is the biggest rc fishin' boat around! The Radio Ranger comes with complete, illustrated, easy to understand fishing instructions, and everything to get started rc fishing. For small fish attach your line to "The RC Fishing Pole", (included) , and the boat pulls em. For big fish attach the line from your fishing rod. Instead of casting, you drive your line out, when a fish hits, the line disconnects, and you reel em in! Hours of exciting remote control fishing fun at the lake, or on the pond! More...
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Posted on 2:26 PM by Admin and filed under
Videos
Join me on a little outing where I catch bass in a most unconventional way. I call it 'Sweeping' and in this episode of 'Another Walk with Mike' you'll discover how exciting this method can be. I came up with the technique after having bass hit my buzz bait just as I was pulling it out of the water. Finally, after one such strike I pushed my pole back in the water and Bam! A method was born. Similiar to doodlesocking or jigger pole fishing, sweeping is best done from a kayak. Watch my video and see for yourself. It is as exciting as it can be. Also, enjoy my other wildlife walks and nature tour videos.
