Start Fishing Basics
One spinning rod, four knots, three rigs, and an understanding of where fish sit will out-fish a car full of expensive tackle used at random.
Guides
Guides to catching your first fish from the bank - the one rod setup that covers almost everything, the four knots and three rigs worth learning, and how to read a piece of water instead of casting at random.
Latest articles
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The First Rod, Reel, and Line, and Why Spinning Gear Wins
There are four families of fishing tackle and only one of them is a sensible place to begin. Here is what to buy, what the numbers on the box mean, and what to ignore.
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Four Knots, Three Rigs, and What Fish Actually Eat
Almost all lost fish are lost at the knot. Learn four of them properly, three basic rigs, and how to choose bait that matches what is already in the water.
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Where Fish Actually Are, and How to Fish Your First Water
Fish are not spread evenly. They sit where food, cover, and comfortable water overlap - and you can find those places from the bank with your eyes.