High-speed reels rule bass fishing, but there are situations when slow reels are better. Unfortunately, slow reels are scarce and probably headed for extinction. Ironically, I introduced the ...

Perhaps more than with any other general technique, choosing the best crankbait rod for bass is a highly variable and personal decision. The same rod you use to finesse a lightweight balsa Shad Rap ...

If you’re trying to temp bass suspended in open water or holding a little deeper along the bottom, try yo yo fishing a lipless crankbait . This novel technique allows you to work your crank at various ...

There's one thing crankbait rods for bass all have in common—a parabolic bend. That flex, which is described as a slow or moderate action, stretches from tip to handle. It creates long casts, controls ...

The updated IKE Signature Series rods are constructed from 30-ton graphite with Powerlux 200 resin, boosting sensitivity and balance. They come in three lines, each crafted for specialized use. The ...

Spring has come and gone, and summer is blasting its heat, pushing fish deeper. I wanted to catch the big bass, but didn’t have a great setup for big lures (like swimbaits and deep-diving crankbaits) ...

Mike McClelland and his friends look forward to the next walleye tournament season, more than anyone suspects. They`ll be armed with new, devastating information on how various crankbaits actually ...

For novice anglers, the crankbait is an excellent entry point into the world of bass fishing. The crankbait is easy to use and easy to master. You can use it in all weather, in most waters and, ...

High-speed reels rule bass fishing, but there are situations when slow reels are better. Unfortunately, slow reels are scarce and probably headed for extinction. Ironically, I introduced the ...