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KastKing topwater bass fishing rod and reel combos for buzzbaits, frogs, and Zara Spook style lures.

featured Best 3 Top Water Lures for Bass Fishing: Exploding the Surface

I started fishing when I was 8 years old, and I will be 68 this year. I have written and caught thousands of bass throughout my life, but the one...

On May 09, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

This chunk jumped all over a spinnerbait fished during the pre-spawn that was fished along a lily pad edge.

Spring Bass Fishing: Best Lures for Pre-Spawn and Post-Spawn Bass

Spring is in the air and all across the states anglers have geared up for the pre-spawn and post-spawn bass fishing. Although some areas spawn a lot earlier—like Florida—other areas...

On Apr 24, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

A trip to a Florida Lake produced plenty of slab sized crappie for Bobby. The KastKing Zephyr series of rods and reels are the perfect balance for feisty slabs.

Finesse Fishing for Panfish: Best Techniques for Bluegill Crappie

Panfishing is probably one of the most enjoyable types of fishing. Yellow perch, crappie, and the plethora of sunfish make for an exciting, fun-filled day on the water. And, to...

On Apr 08, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

how to catch walleye in the spring with artificial lures

How to Fish for Walleye in the Spring: Fishing in Big Water

Depending on your approach and exactly where you are looking for walleye, it can be either feast or famine. However, one thing is certain, once you get dialed in it...

On Mar 26, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

Angler holding a largemouth bass caught during early spring bass fishing

Ice-Out Bass Fishing in the Northeast: Gear, Lures & Techniques for Early Spring

When we talk about ice-out bass fishing in the Northeast, we're talking cold water, and believe me, it’s specialty fishing. In short, you must really want to do it, or...

On Mar 16, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

ootball jig setup for targeting smallmouth bass in winter

Best 4 Smallmouth Bass Lures for Winter Fishing

When it comes to winter fishing, it's sometimes hard to pin down exactly what month the season starts and ends. Instead of trying to assign a date, it's far more...

On Feb 04, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

Crankbait bass fishing gear guide showing rod reel and lure setup

Crankbait Fishing Guide for Bass

Crankbaits remain one of my favorite methods for bass fishing. I enjoy throwing all sizes and styles to target bass. There’s nothing quite like feeling the rod double over when...

On Dec 23, 2025 by Sam Zane 0 Comments