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.
With Steez, Daiwa Continues to Raise the Bar on Travel Rods
We caught up with Marc Mills in the Daiwa booth at the 2025 Bassmaster Classic in Ft. Worth to learn about their new Steez travel rods. They feature the same components the pros use on tour, just in an easier-to-pack condition.
Do You Throw Perch Lipless Crankbaits?
There are some basic lipless crank patterns that’ll never go out of style – like chrome with a blue back or classic Rayburn Red. However, I rarely hear anglers talking about traps imitating yellow perch, despite the fact that they’re one of the most prolific forage species throughout the north.
