“Noodle” rods (also known as Salmon/Steelhead rods) are one of the best tools for Great Lakes or Coastal salmon and steelhead fishing for many reasons. And there is no better place to research and shop for a noodle rod than FishUSA! So why a … read more

Trout season is here and it’s time to restock and update your trout arsenal. While we all have our go-to baits, it’s always good to try new baits and tactics when heading into a new season. Here are ten trout baits to try this season:Acme KastmasterT … read more

If you're in search of trophy-sized crappie look no further than Grenada Lake in Mississippi. While this 35,820 acre waterway can be great for largemouth bass, white bass, and catfish, it is best known for its outstanding crappie fishing. 3-pound c … read more

“Clear as Mud” - Years ago that was what grandma called our jibberish talk as we politicized for cookies. Today, “Clear as Mud” is a familiar term and sight for many walleye anglers, particularly in the spring and fall. This occurrence is see … read more

Before Tom Cruise was jumping on couches, he said that he felt “the need for speed.” While Cruise may have meant mach three, speed for FLW pro John Gillman of Freeland, Michigan is a blistering 1.2 mph, and for Great Lakes charter captains, it … read more

Running the D.D.S.= Double Diver Set There are many boat trolling anglers that do not run a double diver set up on their port and starboard side of their boats. This article will discuss running a 4-diver spread at the same time. Many angler … read more

Whether you are just beginning or have several years of fly fishing experience, streamers should have a significant share of space in your fly boxes. Streamers will catch more fish, a larger variety of fish and bigger fish in moving or still water … read more

Along with robins and daffodils, nothing says spring is here like a crappie slowly pulling your bobber under the surface! The first balmy days after ice-out will beckon anglers from their winter slumber. Ponds, shallow coves and bays in larger … read more

Bay de Noc Swedish Pimple Bay de Noc’s Swedish Pimple is one of the most well known ice lures of all times. It’s a heavy lure, but it has enough action that it can be used in several of conditions. When ice fishing, it’s always nice to … read more

Have you entertained the idea of trying fly fishing but let some common misconceptions prevent you from starting? Let me try to put some of those erroneous ideas to rest and tempt you to give fly fishing a try. From the outside looking in, fly fis … read more