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How to Retrieve the Wake Mullet (New Lure for Easy Results)

The wake mullet lure is quickly becoming a member favorite since its launch in May 2025, because it gets great results with minimal effort. The...
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Lure Weight Ratings – How To Match The Right Lure to Your Rod

Lure weight ratings on your fishing rods….what do they mean? Can you go over the rating? Under the rating? If so, when, why & how?...
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Summer Speckled Trout LOVE These Spots (How to Find Them)

Having a hard time finding quality trout this summer? You’re not alone… and the problem might not be your lure or bait — it could...
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Jetty Fishing Rigs That ACTUALLY Work (Full Setup Breakdown)

Hey Salt Strong Nation, If you’ve ever fished the jetties, you know how tough it can be on your gear — heavy current, sharp structure,...
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Essential Travel Rod Maintenance Tips for Performance

Travel rods are a great alternative when you are limited on space and/or traveling, and it’s nice to have a rod you can keep in...
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Best Inshore Saltwater Reel For You: $100 vs $200 vs $300

With all the options and price points out there, choosing the right reel for your needs can be daunting. In this video I’m going to...
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Lure Switch That SAVED My Beach Fishing Trip

On this trip I did some beach fishing for trout and snook using 2 main lures: 4″ Mulligan Paddletail & Prawn USA Original One definitely...
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The Lure I Rely On In Brutal Summer Conditions

Summertime fishing CAN be tricky without the proper tools. However between the Salt Strong Smart Fishing Spots app in combination with my FAVORITE Summer lure,...
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2 Different Ways To Rig Lures On Weedless Jig Heads

Weedless jig heads are a game changer when it comes to fishing deeper water and staying out of snags. What a lot of people don’t...
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Topwater SECRETS: Walk the Dog, Timing & Luke’s Hybrid Plug

Ever launched a topwater first thing in the morning, only to have a few blow-ups and ZERO hookups? You’re not alone. Whether it’s the wrong...
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The Only 4 Lures You Need This Summer (Seriously)

Let’s face it… Summer fishing is awesome—but it can also be brutal. The heat, the changing tides, the storms, the unpredictable bite… and worst of...
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The Travel Rod That Feels Like a One-Piece (On-The-Water)

If you love to fish, a travel rod isn’t just a convenience — it’s a game-changer. It’s not just about packing light… it’s about being...
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Best Summer Lures & Rigs for Inshore Fishing (Complete Setup Guide)

Summer is a great time to fish, but the bite window can be pretty small – which is why you should spend more time fishing,...
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4 Rods in 1? The Future of Travel Rods is Here—Meet the Slam Stick Traveler

Finally, you can now have optimal performance with your fishing rod while out on travel. This unique travel rod allows you to easily customize the...
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How to Catch Summer Flounder Near Inlets

In this video, I'm going to show how to catch these summer flounder, including areas to look for, structure to target, and lures to use. 
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