The spring fishing season is here, and anglers have to be ready when the fish are biting by spooling their spinning and casting reels with fresh, dependable fishing line. (D'Arcy Egan / The Plain ...

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Hello folks, this week we have the first of three parts where we go into detail on the different types of fishing line and ...

It’s about time to start spooling up your reels for the upcoming season, and one of the biggest debates among anglers is whether you should use monofilament or braided fishing line. Both types of line ...

Early last month, I reported on the great early-season smallmouth bass fishing some friends and I had experienced during incredible warm weather during the first couple weeks of March. I look forward ...

Hello folks, this week we have the third of three parts where we go into detail on the different types of fishing line and ...

Fishing line is easily one of the most overlooked aspects of putting together a quality bass-catching rig. Most anglers figure out what kind of bait they want to throw, grab their rod, and go to ...

When it comes to choosing fishing lines and rigging, freshwater anglers have had it pretty easy for generations. We spooled up with whatever strength and diameter nylon monofilament we preferred, ...

. Over the last couple of decades, braid has become more popular for a variety of reasons, like strength, sensitivity, and casting distance. These tightly woven strands of synthetic fibers make for ...

Last Tuesday, I enjoyed one of my favorite rites of spring as I hooked and landed 18 smallmouths from the Juniata River. Most of those fish averaged 14 to 16 inches, with the biggest on being a ...

Line is the most important but also the most unappreciated component in fishing. It is the connection between fish and lure. Lure presentation often depends on using the right kind of line. Landing a ...