Does the Northland Lite-Bite Do Anything Special?

The next time you enter a reputable fishing store you’ll notice rows of rods claiming to be the ultimate in performance. They has flashy advertising about how light they are. Some say they’re sensitive enough to feel your hair grow, then there is the Northland Lite-Bite, which is an unassuming rod. It’s frequently matched up … Read more

What Sets Clearly Outdoors Slip Bobbers Apart

There’s something about bobber fishing that is uniquely frustrating. You make the cast and let line go down. Before you know it, the wind or current has pushed the bobber around. It appears as if someone bit the bait so you set the hook. Nothing happen and process starts all over again, until you get … Read more

The Crappie Maxx Pro Rod, Tested

Crappie are notorious for a certain point in the bite where you catch them on every other cast and then they just shut down. That’s often attributed to whether or not your rod has good feel down that thin line. Does it whisper before it yells? This is one such rod. Not a big splashy … Read more

Do Duckett Crappie Rods Earn Their Price?

A crappie bite is delicate. So much so that having the right rod can make all the difference. You’ll be standing there with your rod held high, waiting for that small tick of a bite from a crappie. Are these rods worth the money? That’s a question that has divided anglers into two camps: the … Read more