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Short hook remover, long-reach hook remover, and fishing pliers arranged beside a fish with a visible hook near the front of its mouth

Choosing a Fishing Hook Remover by Reach, Hook ...

Compare hook-remover designs by reach, grip, control, and intended use so you can choose a tool that fits shallow-hooked fish, deep or awkward hook locations, and catch-and-release situations. You will...

Choosing a Fishing Hook Remover by Reach, Hook ...

Compare hook-remover designs by reach, grip, control, and intended use so you can choose a tool that fits shallow-hooked fish, deep or awkward hook locations, and catch-and-release situations. You will...

Deep-hooked fish supported in shallow water beside prepared hook-removal tools

Deep-Hooked Fish Removal: Tools, Techniques, an...

Learn how to prepare for a deep-hooked fish, use a hook remover or fishing pliers when the hook is reachable, and decide when leaving the hook in place and cutting...

Deep-Hooked Fish Removal: Tools, Techniques, an...

Learn how to prepare for a deep-hooked fish, use a hook remover or fishing pliers when the hook is reachable, and decide when leaving the hook in place and cutting...

Angler making a smooth baitcasting cast toward a nearby shoreline target

How to Cast a Baitcasting Reel with Better Thum...

Learn how to coordinate rod loading, spool release, thumb pressure, and follow-through for more controlled baitcasting casts. This guide separates the minimum setup from the ideal practice routine so you...

How to Cast a Baitcasting Reel with Better Thum...

Learn how to coordinate rod loading, spool release, thumb pressure, and follow-through for more controlled baitcasting casts. This guide separates the minimum setup from the ideal practice routine so you...

Baitcasting reel undergoing a careful external inspection for grinding, spool resistance, and line-guide problems

Baitcasting Reel Troubleshooting: Fix Grinding,...

Learn how to isolate grinding, roughness, spool resistance, uneven line-guide movement, and inconsistent performance before deciding whether a home adjustment is appropriate. This practical troubleshooting routine explains what to inspect,...

Baitcasting Reel Troubleshooting: Fix Grinding,...

Learn how to isolate grinding, roughness, spool resistance, uneven line-guide movement, and inconsistent performance before deciding whether a home adjustment is appropriate. This practical troubleshooting routine explains what to inspect,...

Baitcasting reel with cleaning and lubrication supplies arranged on a maintenance work surface

Baitcasting Reel Maintenance: Cleaning, Lubrica...

Learn a practical routine for cleaning a baitcasting reel, applying lubricant to the right points, preventing corrosion, and storing equipment between trips. This guide also explains how to spot developing...

Baitcasting Reel Maintenance: Cleaning, Lubrica...

Learn a practical routine for cleaning a baitcasting reel, applying lubricant to the right points, preventing corrosion, and storing equipment between trips. This guide also explains how to spot developing...

Angler testing fishing reel drag by pulling line from a rod-mounted reel at a modest rod angle

How to Set and Adjust Fishing Reel Drag for Dif...

Learn how to set fishing reel drag on spinning and baitcasting reels, then adjust it for fish size, line strength, structure, current, and changing conditions. This guide explains practical starting...

How to Set and Adjust Fishing Reel Drag for Dif...

Learn how to set fishing reel drag on spinning and baitcasting reels, then adjust it for fish size, line strength, structure, current, and changing conditions. This guide explains practical starting...