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Learn how to install the Humminbird XPLORE 9 on an Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL Pro kayak without drilling. Step-by-step DIY guide + full video.

DIY Install: Humminbird XPLORE 9 on Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL Pro (No Drilling!)

Learn how to install the Humminbird XPLORE 9 on an Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL Pro kayak without drilling. Step-by-step DIY guide + full video.

Kurt Mazurek
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Learn how to install the Humminbird XPLORE 9 on an Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL Pro kayak without drilling. Step-by-step DIY guide + full video.
Bass Fishing

DIY Install: Humminbird XPLORE 9 on Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL Pro (No Drilling!)

Learn how to install the Humminbird XPLORE 9 on an Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL Pro kayak without drilling. Step-by-step DIY guide + full video.

Kurt Mazurek
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Gear Reviews

LA Dodgers, Man’s Best Friend, and Fly Rods: One-Of-A-Kind Father’s Day Gifts

For the fly angler and dog owner. Three unique, thoughtful gifts for Father's Day.

Ken Baldwin
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You've got options.
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The Ultimate Father’s Day Fly Fishing Gift Guide

Here's how to win Father's Day.

Jasper Taback
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A new classic amongst classics.
Gear Reviews

Caddis Eyewear: Are These the Best Reading Glasses on the Market?

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Ken Baldwin
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The onWater app allows you to track catches, map lakes, check forecasts, measure fish with AI, and more.
Gear Reviews

onWater Fishing App Review: Smart Tech to Plan Your Trips, Track Your Results and Catch More Fish

The onWater Fishing app is the most advanced tool for anglers—track catches, map lakes, check forecasts, measure fish with AI, and more.

Kurt Mazurek
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Rigging up on a small West Virginia creek. The Orvis sling carries everything I need for the day.
Gear Reviews

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Two essential items for fly fishing that Dad will enjoy for a long time.

Ken Baldwin
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The 4-Banger River Quiver.
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Riversmith River Quiver – Fly Rod Transport Done Right

There's no better way to drive with fly rods.

Jasper Taback
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Finding Orvis shirts for 14.99 at Costco is treasure hunting.
Gear Reviews

At Costco, Orvis lightweight fly fishing tech shirt for an amazingly low price.

It happens a couple of times a year: I find popular outdoor clothing at Costco for a ridiculously low price.

Ken Baldwin
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The 5/6 San Miguel fly reel by Ross Reels.
Gear Reviews

Ross Reels Celebrates 50 Years With a Commemorative Edition of the Classic San Miguel Fly Reel

Ross Reels has released a 50th anniversary edition of the San Miguel fly reel. If you are in the market for a new reel or are a collector of fly reels, I would give it serious consideration.

Ken Baldwin
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Easy-wearing and unfailingly cool.
Gear Reviews

Grundéns Tough Sun Masked Hoodie | The Fishing Sun Shirt I Live In

A must-have for long days on the water, the Grundens Tough Sun Masked Hoodie is the ultimate fishing sun shirt.

Jasper Taback
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Adjustable waders that can be converted from pants to a bib.
Fly Fishing

Simms Improves the Wading and Travel Experience With Tough Flyweight Packable Waders

Finally, a lightweight wader that is strong enough to take the abuse I dish out, packable and light for easy travel, and convertible from pants to bibs.

Ken Baldwin
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The Drunk and Disorderly streamer, created by Tommy Lynch. The light brown with silver flash, tied by Joe Cermele, is what I had most of my success on.
Fly Fishing

A Drunk and Disorderly Way To Catching Large Smallmouth Bass on a Fly Rod

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Ken Baldwin
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A how to for beginners to catch their first bass; a review of the Benchmark Adira folding knife; and the wild story of a boy catching a giant pike.
Freshwater

Top 3 Fishing Stories of the Week: Your First Bass, EDC Knife, Big Northern Pike Story

From how to for beginners to catch their first bass, to a review of the Benchmark Adira folding knife, to the wild story of a boy catching a giant pike, these stories captured our Sports Illustrated fishing reader’s attention on Fishing on SI

Kurt Mazurek
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I'm a fan of the case too.
Gear Reviews

Bajío’s Greenland Sunglasses – Improve Your Fly Fishing With Superior Fish Spotting

Learning to spot fish is difficult – make it easier on yourself with Bajío's Greenland sunglasses.

Jasper Taback
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The most stylish piece of fishing equipment I own.
Gear Reviews

Benchmade Adira | The Go-Anywhere EDC Folding Knife

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Jasper Taback
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Searching for the perfect 2025 Mother’s Day gift for a mom who loves fishing, camping and the outdoors? Check out these 10 tested, mom-approved outdoor gear ideas.
Gear Reviews

10 Best Mother’s Day Gifts for Moms Who Love Fishing Camping & the Outdoors 2025

Searching for the perfect 2025 Mother’s Day gift for a mom who loves fishing, camping and the outdoors? Check out these 10 tested, mom-approved outdoor gear ideas.

Kurt Mazurek
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The zipper pocket is a nice touch.
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Huk Icon Fishing Shorts – Cool, Comfortable & Pocket-Packed

A must-have for summer days on the water.

Jasper Taback
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Taking a swim wasn't part of the plan.
Gear Reviews

Fly Fishing Gear – A Dryer Designed in Norway That Is Perfect for Drying Waders and Boots

Having to put on wet, soggy waders is a special kind of misery. Designed in Norway, a dryer that makes it easy to dry waders and boots quickly.

Ken Baldwin
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A silver fly reel will be fine 95% of the time; it's that 5% I'm concerned about.
Fly Fishing

Fly Fishing Myth or Wisdom: The Curse of the Silver Fly Reel?

I was taught that a silver fly reel is a poor choice. Was this myth or wisdom?

Ken Baldwin
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The author put the Sony a1 to the test through low-light, long distances, and difficult focus scenarios.
Bass Fishing

Is the Sony a1 the Ultimate Fishing Photography Camera?

Capture once-in-a-lifetime fishing moments like never before. Discover why the Sony a1 is the best camera for anglers serious about capturing once-in-a-lifetime memories in photography and video.

Kurt Mazurek
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A Chromatic Peanut originated by Russ Maddin and tied by Max Werkman of Werkman Outfitters.
Fly Fishing

Catch More Fish by Adding This One Skill: Learn to Fly Fish Sinking Lines

Do this one thing, and you will increase your catch rate by getting your fly in front of more fish.

Ken Baldwin
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Keep it simple when fishing small streams and creeks.
Fly Fishing

How to Fly Fish—Have Small Stream Success With These Top 5 Dry Flies.

Some of the best fly fishing to be had can be found in small creeks and streams. Here are the top five dry flies for small waters.

Jasper Taback
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The Yeti 73L/29" WHEELED LUGGAGE. I call it one big rolling duffel.
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Yeti Rolling Duffel Comes Through Big for Fly Fishing Travel

The Yeti Crossroads Roller Luggage is everything I need for fly fishing travel. It's built to withstand abuse from airlines and baggage handlers.

Ken Baldwin
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When the salmon show up in the rivers, it's a bear haven.
Gear Reviews

Bear protection while fly fishing wild waters. The Video that changed my mind.

I thought I had a great "Bear protection" system, until I watched a video showing a man charged by a full size brown bear.

Ken Baldwin
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Classic Coors colors and the quality build of an American-made Ross fly reel. Classics coming together.
Gear Reviews

Ross Reels and Coors Team Up Again for Another Winning Fly Reel

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Ken Baldwin
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