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.
Rayburn Red Traps
The Bassmaster Open anglers are on Sam Rayburn this week. I’m sure there will be some “scoping” in the mix and perhaps some sight fishing, but the grumpy old curmudgeon in me would like to see it won on a lipless crankbait — especiall if it’s Rayburn Red.
Two Underappreciated Lipless Crankbaits
The Rat-L-Trap and Red Eye Shad are proven winners in the lipless crankbait genre, but they’re not the only game in town. I have dozens and dozens more, including some that have produced big catches around the country.
