Ultralight Fishing

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How To Properly Set The Drag On Your Ultralight Fishing Rod Open Reel

In this article, I will explain to you how to properly set the drag on your ultralight fishing rod open reel. This is essential when using ultralight fishing lines because if the drag is set too stiff, you will snap the line. If it is too loose, you will never be able to put enough [...]

Differences In Line Types Used In Ultralight Fishing

Now that we have discussed a few Must Have Baits For Ultralight Fishing, how about a discussion on the line types used to hold those things to your reel. The general rule on line type, is you get what you pay for. If you spend $4 on some fishing line, expect it to break … [...]

Pond Fishing Techniques

Fishing in ponds requires a different technique than fishing off of a boat. You have to remain quiet on the bank, and make precise casts. Here are a few tips to help you catch more fish on the pond!

5 Must Have Baits For Ultralight Fishing

In this edition, I will tell you 5 baits that I believe you must have in your ultralight fishing tackle box! There are a couple old ones in there, but they are classics that still work today. So the next time you pick up your ultralight fishing rod, make sure these are in your tackle [...]

The Complete Ultralight Fishing Guide

Ultralight fishing is by far one of the best ways to catch a large number of fish, ranging in species from catfish, sunfish, crappie, bass, and so many more. There are a bunch of reasons why ultra light fishing has taken off, and continues to gain popularity as each year passes. This guide is going [...]

5 Must Have Ultralight Fishing Lures

So, you, like myself and many others, get lost in the bombardment of selections in the fishing section. So many choices, so much money, where do I start, what color works best, how do I catch more fish. Trust me, I ask myself the same questions over and over again. This is why I took [...]

Ultralight Bass Fishing With A Booyah Bitsy Bug Jig

Have you tried tossing a jig lately? They are guaranteed big fish baits, so why haven’t you? In this case, we are going to scale down sizes a bit, instead of targeting just LARGE fish, we’re gonna empty the pond! Find out how to fish it!

Ultralight Fishing Rods – Length Does Matter

This question comes up often. What length rod should I use for ultralight fishing? It isn’t an easy answer though. There is a couple things to consider about length when choosing a new rod. Some people believe that you must use a short rod in the 4 1/2 foot to 5 foot length.

Ultralight Fishing With A Jerkbait

Fishing with a jerkbait using ultralight fishing tackle is another excellent way to catch more bass out on the pond. You never know when one of those slab gills are gonna tear these up either!

Ultralight Fishing Manufacturer Review

In this article I want to discuss a few ultralight fishing manufacturers that really have their game together in terms of putting out quality products, and listening to exactly what it is that the anglers, us, really want from their products. After all, this is the best way to get us to purchase them, right? [...]

Mid Summer Tips For Ultralight Fishing

If ultralight fishing is your thing, then summertime is your best chance to catch the bigger aggressive fish in the pond. Summertime temperatures are increasing outside, and in the waters that you fish, and most people think they the bass are getting lethargic, and will only chase large 12″ roboworms, this time of year. That [...]

Different Types Of Ultralight Fishing Reels

There are essentially two types of ultralight fishing reels that are used most of the time, with there being a few exceptions to this rule. For the most part though, ultralight anglers tend to use either a spinning reel, or a spincast reel for their fishing needs, and find that both of these types of [...]

Ultralight Fishing Reels Explained!

There are so many ultralight fishing reels on the market today, most of you have no idea where to begin when you are on the search for one. I hope to clear a few things up with this article. I will be talking about quality ultralight fishing reels only, none of that junk you find [...]

Ultralight Braided Fishing Line and Why You Should Use It

In our last article, Line Types Used In Ultralight Fishing, I explained to you the differences in the 4 main types of line used in ultralight fishing. For this post, I am going to describe the different aspects of ultralight braided fishing line, and how you can better utilize it the next time you go [...]

Telescoping Ultralight Fishing Rods/Combos

So what exactly are telescoping ultralight fishing rods/combos? We’ll get there one step at a time, let’s just start with the rod first. This rod is usually made up of 4-6 pieces, and they are tapered from end to end before the rod is assembled. This allows the rod to collapse into itself, when you [...]

Catfishing In Ponds

If you haven’t given catching pond catfish a chance, you are seriously missing out on some fun. These guys don’t chase bass lures, but they will eat stuff you have around the house, and readily!

Today We Discuss The Ultralight Fishing Rod Open Reel

When it comes to ultralight fishing, there aren’t many choices for reels. Once you throw out the low quality ones, you are left with even fewer choices for an ultralight fishing rod open reel that meets your needs. We can discard baitcasters for the time being, because the true ultralight baitcaster is far too expensive [...]

Ultralight Fishing Rods | What Length Should I Use?

The question “What length Ultralight Fishing Rods should I be using?” comes up very often accross internet forums that I frequent. The answer isn’t easy however. There are a few things to consider when it comes to length and ultralight fishing rods. If you haven’t yet, take a look at our other post, What Makes [...]

Pond Fishing Boats

Choosing the right pond fishing boat can determine whether you have a fun fishing trip, or one that goes down in the log books as things to avoid. Here are a few tips to help you out.

Ultralight Bass Fishing In A Pond

When I am going bass pond fishing, I take only 2 rods, and 2 baits, in a few different colors. Follow these tips, and you too can carry a small pocket sized tackle box, and unload a pond of its fish!