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Penn Spinfisher VI Review: Pros, Cons, And Updates

Looking for a tough, new spinning reel? The Penn Spinfisher has a fully sealed spool and gearbox, plus a great system. However, it also...
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How To Make A DIY Jig Box (For Bucktails, Flair Hawks & Pre-Rigged Jigs)

Need a box to store your bucktails, flair hawks, and pre-rigged jigs? This foam-lined DIY jig box is perfect for keeping these lures...
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Fish Scent Battle (Pro-Cure vs New Custom Inshore Scent)

Do you use Pro-Cure? In this video, we're pitting Pro-Cure against an up-and-coming contender and the results were not what we expected!
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Unboxing The Toadfish Multi-Action 3-Piece Travel Rod

Looking for a new travel rod? This rod is unique because you can customize it to have different power and action by changing the middle and...
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DOA Shrimp vs. Vudu Shrimp: Winter Redfish Contest (Day 1)

What's the best shrimp lure? On this trip, I tested out the Vudu shrimp vs. DOA shrimp to see which one caught more redfish, and the results...
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Does The Slam Shady BOMBER Catch Fish In Murky Water?

Do you fish in dark, murky water? Usually, you want to go with darker lures here, but the Slam Shady BOMBER is actually a great option because...
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3 Tips To Catch Inshore Slams On Gold Spoons In Fall & Winter

Want to catch more fish on gold spoons? These are great lures to use in the winter because and in this video, you'll learn how to catch...
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MirrOlure Marsh Minnow Review (Top Pros & Cons)

Have you tried out the MirrOlure Marsh Minnow? Even though MirrOlure is known for their hard plastics, this soft plastic paddletail is...
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How To Use Gulp Shrimp Under A Popping Cork Like A Pro

Want to learn the best way to rig and fish Gulp shrimp under a popping cork? See when NOT to use them, the best hooks for them, and the...
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Rapala Skitter Walk vs. Skitter V: Topwater Lure Contest Day 1

Which do you prefer: the Rapala Skitter Walk or Skitter V? See how these two lures stack up against each other in this contest.
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Paddletails vs Split Tails (Best Colors, Sizes, Rigging, & More)

It's fishing lure face-off time! Today, we're talking all about paddletails vs. split tails. These are two of the most popular lures and...
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Quick & Easy Way To Fix Lipped Plugs That Don’t Swim Straight

Is your lipped plug veering off to the right or left? This can cause you to miss fish or get snagged, but the good news is it's easily fixed.
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Sufix 832 vs. Fins Windtamer (Casting Distance & Knot Strength)

Which do you think casts farther: Sufix 832 or Fins Windtamer? These are both highly recommended and in this contest, you'll see which one...
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1000 vs. 3000 Spinning Reels: On The Water Performance & Feel

Do you prefer a 1000 or 3000 size spinning reel? In this test, I took both of these sizes out to see how they performed and felt on the...
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Penn Battle III Review: Updates, Specs, Pros, & Cons

Looking for a new inshore spinning reel? Check out this review of the new Penn Battle III. Penn has really stepped up their game by...
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