Fishing Pike Fishing 101: How to Catch the Toothy Monsters By Mike McKinstry Here in Michigan, most anglers try to avoid northern pike when bass fishing whenever possible. They’re bait stealers, day ruiners,... Read more »
Fishing What Is The Difference Between Finesse & Power Fishing? By Mike McKinstry Have you ever wondered what method is better for bass fishing: power or finesse? The first is fast, aggressive, and... Read more »
Fishing Gear Review: Custom Lite SS Reel By Mike McKinstry When choosing a finesse fishing reel, there are three things that matter most: weight, gear ratio, and build quality. A... Read more »
Fishing Live Bait Vs Artificial: Pros & Cons When Ice Fishing By Mike McKinstry When it comes to ice fishing, bait generally falls into two main categories: live bait and artificial bait. The most... Read more »
Fishing Perspective: How Fishing Saved My Life By Mike McKinstry You might recognize my byline from the many fishing 101 articles that I have contributed to this website. This article... Read more »
101 Fishing Extreme Cold Water Fishing 101 By Mike McKinstry In the northern part of the country, we deal with cold water for much of the year. And I’m not... Read more »
Fishing Gear Ice Fishing Shanty Showdown: Flip-Style VS Hub-Style By Mike McKinstry Ice fishing is a rugged sport that depends on cold weather. But humans are not made to stand out in... Read more »
Gear Heated Gear Built for Winter: ORORO Vest & Gloves Review By Mike McKinstry Cold weather isn’t new to anyone who grew up in the northern half of the country. When I was growing... Read more »
Fishing Gear Drill Baby Drill: An Overview of Ice Fishing Augers By Mike McKinstry Ice fishing augers are perhaps the most important piece of ice fishing gear that exists. If you can’t make a... Read more »
Accessories Fishing What is a Dice Bait? By Mike McKinstry Dice baits are a new type of tackle specifically designed to look different from existing presentations on the market. These... Read more »
