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Incredible Shrimp Lure Test Results (Flounder, Snook, & Grouper LOVE It)

Shhh... don't tell anyone, but we've been trying out a new secret shrimp lure. Big fish are loving it and in this video, you'll get a first...
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Simple Paddletail Rigging Trick To Increase Hookups

Sick of missing strikes with paddletails? It could be because of 1 simple reason... see how to identify if that's the problem and fix it here.
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Best Topwater Lure For Trout: Super Spook Jr. vs Skitter Walk vs Topknock

Want to know what the best topwater lure for trout is? See the pros, cons, and prices of these different lures and know what each one is...
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How To Set The Hook When Fishing With Big Paddletails

Want to catch more fish on artificial lures this fall? Big paddletails are your best option, but if you don't set the hook correctly, then...
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Super Spook Jr. vs. Badonk-A-Donk Topwater Test (Round 1)

Which of these two lures do you think will win? See how these compare in fish catching ability, castability, and skippability in this...
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Should You Use Mono When Spooling Your Spinning Reel With Braid?

Should you use monofilament when spooling your spinning reel with braid? You don't HAVE to (there's one other option), but you don't want...
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Yo-Zuri 3D Inshore Topknock Review: Pros, Cons & Fish-Catching Footage

Looking for a new topwater lure to try? The Yo-Zuri 3D Topknock has a big presence in the water, which is perfect for fall fishing, but...
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Why Use Barbless Hooks (And How To Make Your Hooks Barbless)

Considering using barbless hooks? There are several advantages of hooks without a barb, including being safer for you and the fish, and...
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Mustad Dry Storage Bag Review: Size, Applications, & Special Features

Looking for a new dry storage bag? Check out this review of the 60L Mustad Dry Bag and see the size, how it works, how it looks, and...
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The Biggest Baitcasting Reel MISTAKE (When Using Braided Line)

Do you use braided line with your baitcasting reels? Check out this tip to avoid this simple mistake that will cost you lots of bird's...
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2021 Saltwater Spinning Reels PREVIEW (New, Updated & Discontinued)

Want to know what new reels are coming in 2021? The manufacturers have been listening to us and next year they're making changes such as...
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Casting Distance Contest: 3000 vs. 1000 Spinning Reel

Do smaller reels help you cast farther? See the surprising results of how a 1000 stacks up against a 3000 in this new experiment.
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The Truth About Topwater Lure Colors (And Whether Or Not Color Matters)

Does the color of your topwater lure actually matter? Can fish tell a difference, or are the fancy colors just to make sales? See the truth.
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Top 3 Fishing Lures To Catch Big Speckled Trout This Fall

Want to catch big trout this fall? These 3 lures are proven to catch trout and cover a variety of conditions. Learn how to rig them and...
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How To Use MirrOlure Twitchbaits To Catch Fall Redfish & Trout

When the water gets colder and the fish get lazier, twitchbaits are great options to get them to eat. Learn the best tactics and spots to...
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