Surf fishing and be a bit intimidating to the uninitiated. It’s you against a vast ocean, and even though some lakes are huge, you still feel like the fish are confined enough that you have a shot.

Saltwater surf fishing can often be like picking a grab bag from the sales bin at a Bass Pro Shop—you really never know what you’re going to get. But never in my wildest dreams would I have thought ...

Today's Fishing Q&A is about pole sizes for surf fishing, treble hooks or single hooks, and rigs for dock fishing. Question 1: How long should my fishing pole be for surf fishing? Question 2: Do you ...

A seasoned surf fisher shares tips on successfully fishing the surf zone. This week on the Journal, a seasoned surf fisher shares a few tips on successfully fishing the surf zone. In “Gear Time,” he ...

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As the 2026 saltwater fishing season begins, anglers face a pivotal choice: upgrade their gear for better performance or stick with traditional, environmentally harmful options. Major retailers like ...