Giant Bluefin Tuna Caught Off Texas, New Freshwater Fishing Gear, How Do Tides Work?

04/04/2023

The Story Behind a Giant Texas Bluefin

While partyboat anglers were catching tuna, Capt. Tim Oestreich used a 130-pound outfit to drop a live blackfin tuna behind the boat. “The bait was in the water for 10 minutes when we got the bite,” he said.

How Tides Work

Simply put, tides are the rising and falling of the ocean’s waters. The moon’s gravitational pull causes high tides to occur on Earth’s side closest to the moon and the side farthest from the moon. So, what’s a king tide?

New Freshwater Gear

Some of the latest rods, reels, lures and footwear for bass anglers. Will one of these products help you land a bass worth bragging about? Maybe it’ll even help you catch a tournament winner.

Boat Test: Scout 281 XSS

Scout’s new 281 XSS, one of three new Scout models this year, is a serious inshore/offshore hybrid bay boat. It complements the popular 251 XSS and the 231 XSB, boasting aggressive lines, high performance, and all-around fishability.

Spinning Rod Vs. Casting Rod

We checked in with four inshore specialists and one offshore expert, and gathered their insights. Many had similar concepts about how to cast a fishing rod, whether spin, baitcast or conventional, though some had unique ideas and advanced tips.

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Adding Excitement to Relaxation

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