Finding Saltwater Fishing GearFor anglers fortunate enough to live near the coast, getting out on the saltwater and hooking a big one—whether going after bonefish, redfish, snapper, or sea bass—is one of the greatest thrills possible. But, as my wife pointed out the other day, fishing can be the male equivalent of scrapbooking: you can spend as much time and money looking for "just the right" lures, hooks, rod, reel, or you-name-it as you can spend actually putting the line in the water! Admittedly, the search for the elusive "perfect setup" is a very real part of...
Choosing Your Saltwater Fly Fishing GearThough often associated with shaded pools or clear, cold mountain lakes, fly fishing is for salt water, too. While saltwater fly fishing gear is somewhat heavier and the techniques are a bit different, many thrills await the saltwater fly fisherman. Getting started doesn't have to be terribly expensive, although there's a definite difference between "cheap saltwater fishing gear" and "inexpensive saltwater fishing gear." This article will help get you started by knowing what you need, some things to look for, and maybe of couple of situations you'll want to avoid when purchasing...
Saving Money on Saltwater Fishing GearOnce the bug bites you, saltwater fishing can start to take up a lot of space in your daydreaming, your weekend schedule—and your garage. But having the right tackle doesn't have to cost you an arm and leg. Once you know what you're looking for and what to avoid, buying cheap saltwater fishing gear doesn't have to involve settling for low quality or short useful life. In fact, you can get good quality used saltwater fishing gear at lots of online forums and online classified ad sources, and chances are pretty good...
Where Can I Get Used Saltwater Fishing Gear?With the rising popularity of saltwater fishing, lots of used saltwater fishing gear is becoming available, both locally and online. Buying good, used saltwater fishing gear is a great way to get started with this wonderful sport without having to spend loads of money—especially when you're just starting out and don't really know what works for you and what doesn't. Everything from rods and reels to line and lures for saltwater fishing is available, and usually for much less than you'd pay for new equipment. The trick, of course, is...