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Since the “big split” a couple years back, there have been few opportunities to see the sport of professional bass fishing’s legendary, most successful, and most popular anglers competing against each other—same day, same water, one winner.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / February 1

What Defines Bass Fishing Greatness?

With the new year comes a new list of Bass Fishing Hall of Fame candidates. which again raises the question of what defines greatness. While developing exceptional bass fishing skills is one path to becoming a Hall of Famer, it is certainly not the only accomplishment that is considered worthy of recognition.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / February 1

Understanding What Your Fish Finder is Actually Showing You and Other Top Stories from Fishing on SI

It was another big week for ice fishing stories. In case they slipped by you, following are the most read fishing articles of the week. How Much of the Bottom Does My Fish Finder See While Ice Fishing?; Why Ciscoes are My Favorite Fish to Pull Through the Ice; and Why the Best Ice Fishing Is Where Other Anglers Won’t Go.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 30

The Muddy Midwinter Perch Pattern Most Ice Anglers Miss

I was seemingly in the middle of nowhere, over a deep basin of a large lake in northern Wisconsin. The walleye guys were sitting on humps a few hundred yards away.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 29

Why These Are the Best Lures for Forward-Facing Sonar Anglers

Love it or hate it, Forward Facing Sonar (FFS) is here to stay. A revolutionary sonar technology that transmits real-time views from the front of the boat, anglers are able to see fish, structure, and movement all before making a single cast.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 28

Why I Didn’t Fish Key West — And What I’d Do Differently Next Time

Key West is one of those world-famous destinations that comes with all kinds of expectations, including world-class fishing. By most angler’s standards, this should have been the fishing pinnacle stop in our month-long adventure.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 28

Rapala’s Giant Busch Light Original Lure Is a Must-Have for Fishing Collectors

When it comes to dropping fishing lure names, the Rapala moniker is one every angler knows. A staple in tackle boxes across North America and the world, Rapala is the true originator when it comes to crankbaits and the tantalizing spell they cast over predatory fish.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 27

Why the Blue Ridge Mountains Are One of the Best Winter Trout Fisheries in the U.S.

In most parts of the country, winter puts a real damper on trout fishing. Cold temps make for frozen rivers and lethargic fish – hunkered down and half-asleep

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 26

How Much of the Bottom Does My Fish Finder See While Ice Fishing?

Ice anglers would be lost without electronics, but many misunderstand exactly how much of the water their particular transducer can show them. Different transducers have different cone angles, which affects how much of the bottom your fish finder actually sees.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 25

I Went to Charlotte for the Food—Then I Found a Striped Bass Fly Blitz Nearby

A year ago, my wife and I was invited to a screening of a short film called Savor Charlotte: Culture Forward Culinary—a love letter to Charlotte’s food scene.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 25

Why Ciscoes are My Favorite Fish to Pull Through the Ice

I was about as green as an ice angler can be. I was in high school and had only limited ice fishing success. I just wanted to catch something. I'd driven to Wisconsin's Big Green Lake because I heard anglers were hammering the white bass.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 25

Fishing Lake Superior All Winter—Despite the Risks and Other Top Stories from Fishing on SI

In case they slipped by you, following are the most read fishing stories of the week. Fishing Lake Superior Lake Trout All Winter—Despite the Risks; Extra Effort Rewards Anglers With the best Ice Fishing; and An Unlikely Species Saves the Day of Ice Fishing.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 24

My 5 Favorite Ice Fishing Moves to Make Crappies Bite

The red bar on my flasher slowly, but steadily rose to meet the green bar representing my jig. I wiggled the jig tantalizingly, lifting and pulling away from the fish.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 23

What to Know About the 2026 Bassmaster Elite Season as New Sonar Limits Take Effect

As we head into the 21st season of the Bassmaster Elite Series, 2026 offers some meaningful changes that will shape how the season unfolds for competitors and fans alike.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 22

Why the Best Ice Fishing Is Where Other Anglers Won’t Go

I smiled with anticipation as I attached my ice fishing sled to the back of my snowmobile. I knew of a secret little walleye lake that rarely gets fishing pressure.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 21

What’s Growing on My Fish—and Is It Safe to Eat?

While these fish diseases may look alarming, most common parasites and infections are harmless to humans if the fish are properly cleaned and cooked. Identifying what you’re looking at and knowing how to handle it can help anglers make safe, informed decisions.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 20

The Fiberglass vs Graphite Debate, Here’s When I Choose a Glass Fly Rod to Fish

Why fish a fiberglass fly rod? Fair question. If you’ve never cast one, you’re probably wondering how it stacks up against graphite—“Is it better?” A fiberglass rod isn’t better or worse.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 19

Fishing West Palm Beach Felt More Remote Than We Imagined

We decided to include West Palm Beach in our tour for its many opportunities for fishing and outdoor fun. We knew that kind of diversity often comes with increased development, traffic, and crowds, and we accepted that tradeoff.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 18

Why I Fish Lake Superior for Lake Trout All Winter—Despite the Risks

I dragged the 12-foot aluminum boat across the frozen boat landing and attached a 6-horse motor that was older than I was. I hoped the dang thing would start…because I was about to take the tiny boat onto Lake Superior…in January.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 18

The Bass Baits That Defined My 2025 Season

As we dig out from another formidable snowstorm, with our lakes locked tight under ice, this felt like the perfect time to reflect on the baits and techniques that transformed my bass season.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 18

AI Fishing Day vs. a Bass Pro and Other Top Stories from Fishing on SI

In case they slipped by you, following are the most popular fishing stories of the week. Can AI plan a great day of fishing; MX star Malcolm Stewart has launched a fishing clothing brand; and a fly angler parasite in the Northeast.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 17

Minnesota Ice Anglers Stunned by Rare Golden Crappie

Somebody get these guys a lottery ticket! Two anglers ice fishing a small lake in Aitkin County, Minnesota, landed a golden black crappie—a fish so rare and unusual they couldn’t believe their eyes.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / January 16

A New Ross × Coors Fly Reel With a Built-In Warm-Water Reality Check

The last couple of times Ross Reels and Coors teamed up to do a limited-edition reel with Coors branding, they sold out. They are doing it again. This is good for trout waters because a percentage of the money from these sales goes to Trout Unlimited’s Embrace A Stream grant program in Colorado.