Full moons create powerful spring tides that greatly impact saltwater fishing. You'll find predatory fish like redfish, snook, and striped bass feeding more aggressively during these lunar phases,...

For heavy-duty surf fishing, braided lines (15-30lb test) deliver exceptional strength-to-diameter ratio and superior casting distance. Match your line to your target: 8-14lb for flounder, 16-25lb...

For surf fishing, choose your line strength based on conditions and target species. Beginners should start with 15-20 pound monofilament, while experienced anglers might prefer 30-50 pound braided...

For offshore fishing, match your line test to your target species—20-80lb for most gamefish, 50-200lb for tuna, and 80-130lb minimum for marlin. Braided lines offer 4x the strength of monofilament...

To succeed at saltwater shore fishing, you'll need the right gear: a medium-heavy spinning combo, saltwater-resistant reel, and 20+ pound test line. Fish during incoming tides at dawn or dusk,...

Today's top saltwater fishing apps can dramatically increase your catch rate. Navionics and Aqua Map offer detailed bathymetric charts, while FishTrack shows temperature breaks and chlorophyll levels...