Aug. 23—Spend enough time fishing, and chances are that you — or someone you know — will have an unpleasant encounter with a fishing lure at some point. A fish hook in the hand, perhaps, or any number ...

Crankbaits are some of the most popular bass lures of all time for one simple reason: They catch fish. Typically consisting of a hard body paired with a couple of treble hooks, these lures can be used ...

The debate over whether single hooks or treble hooks result in more bass in the boat is seemingly endless. Anglers on both sides of that pointed debate have solid arguments, and it's likely no ...

Trust me, the photo makes the situation look worse than it was, though a fish hook going into your flesh in one place and coming out another does have a very high ick-factor. But let's back up a bit.

Looking for the best crankbait rod in 2025? Our Trika CBR review covers action, sensitivity, casting performance, and which ...

There's one thing crankbait rods for bass all have in common—a parabolic bend. That flex, which is described as a slow or moderate action, stretches from tip to handle. It creates long casts, controls ...