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Carrot Stix fishing rods are still relatively new to the fishing world, with the first one introduced in 2007. Nowadays Carrot Stix has a full line of fishing rods made from nano cellulose bio fibers which are designed to make the rod tighter and more responsive than your typical fishing rod. If you’re wondering how … Read more
Fluorocarbon fishing line is usually used as a leader line. Fluorocarbon turns transparent when in the water, which is one of the reasons it’s so effective. Nowadays you can find a high-quality fluorocarbon line that works well for saltwater or freshwater fishing. Here we will take a look at some of the best fluorocarbon fishing … Read more
Spinning reels are very easy to use and beginner-friendly, which is why we always recommend them if you’re new to fishing. In order to have success with a spinning reel, you need a good fishing line that is strong and smooth and fits your reel capacity. Here we will take a look at our top … Read more
Mono line is extremely popular among anglers because it is incredibly tough while having a high amount of sensitivity. Not all monofilament fishing line is created equal though. Here we will review our picks for the best mono fishing line. Riversearch.com is Reader-supported. When you purchase gear through links on our site, we may earn … Read more
When fishing is your hobby, it can be easy to get lost in a sea of choices when it comes to equipment. With so many options for fishing line you may wonder what works best for catching trout and other gamefish. Most commonly you will probably be using monofilament line, braided line, or fluorocarbon fishing … Read more
Trout fishing is a popular hobby that can be very rewarding. Great equipment can mean the difference between a good fishing day and a bad fishing day, and your rod is one of the most important parts of that. Here we will take a look at our recommendations for the best spinning rod for trout … Read more
Fishing with the right equipment can mean the difference between catching a lot of fish or catching no fish at all. This is especially true when fishing for panfish such as crappie, bluegill, and other small fish. Here we will review some of the best fishing rods for panfish. Riversearch.com is Reader-supported. When you purchase … Read more
Braided fishing line is extremely popular for baitcasting because of its strength and flexibility. A good braided line in abrasion resistant and won’t break while providing power. Here we will review some of the best braided lines for saltwater fishing. Riversearch.com is Reader-supported. When you purchase gear through links on our site, we may earn … Read more
Not all fishing lures are built equal. If you’re chasing after monstrous saltwater fish, you need a tough lure that will attract the bites, and be able to withstand the thrashing of big game fish. Here we will review some of our top recommendations for saltwater fishing lures. Riversearch.com is Reader-supported. When you purchase gear … Read more
The striper, also known as the striped bass or rockfish, is an extremely popular recreational fish found in North America. If you’re fishing for a giant striper, you need a good lure that will attract the monstrous strikes. Many anglers will argue about which kind of a baits work best for stripers. With so many … Read more