Hanna Robbins and Jennifer Combs with a cooler full of crappie from Lake Sam Rayburn

The Outdoor Gear We Recommend

We may have a little bit of a hoarding problem. Good gear need not be expensive, but it has to improve the experience in some way. Whether it’s the right rod, a certain bait, or the world’s best rainsuit, we’ll give unfiltered opinions on what we use and why we use it.


No tackle shop on earth provides more specialized gear for bass than Tackle Warehouse. If you want it, they've got it in stock — whether it's a proven winner or the newest items on the market — and their service is exceptional.

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Fly Fishing at Lake Picachos

While we’ve enjoyed fly fishing in Alaska and Montana, and we’ve considered trying it on Guatemalan sailfish, we’re not experts by any means. However, we know enough to know that the shallow, fertile waters of Lake Picachos are perfect for the long rod. Here are tips for fly fishing success on Mexican bass.

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