Saltwater striped bass aren’t very hard to catch. Many “Insta-famous” anglers and striped bass fishing influencers want you to think otherwise, but the reality is that the most difficult ...

Over a lifetime of fishing, including a couple decades as a fishing guide and 30 years ... angler in both freshwater and saltwater starts out with natural bait. The vast majority of fishermen ...

Still, it’s an improvement on all previous saltwater-ready Ugly Stiks, and unless you’re casting for several hours on end, it won’t make much difference to you. The guide placement can be off.

Factors to consider: freshwater or saltwater ... to start fishing you only need to learn about one spot. Visit the location a couple of times. Talk to other anglers, friends, or bait and tackle ...

Simply ask the person behind the counter what’s biting and what you need to get it onto your hook in terms of lures or fresh bait ... freshwater outing (saltwater and fly-fishing require ...