If you use a baitcaster a backlash is inevitable. The only thing that varies is how bad it is. When it comes to clearing a backlash everybody has their preferred technique. The only thing I would say to remember is that a backlash is nothing but a series of loops that got wrapped around the [...]

After having used a heavy action bass rod for a while, that is rated up 3 oz lures, it became evident that I needed to upgrade.  When it comes to true musky tackle, especially big musky tackle, you have to have a rod that can handle it. In my case I had to take several [...]