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August 01, 2022

5 ICAST 2022 award winners

We met with different companies to find out the details on their award winning new products and when you can expect to get your hands on them.

General

July 29, 2022

ICAST highlights from Fishbrain Pro Staff

We talked to some of our pro staff at ICAST for insights on some of the best new rods, reels, baits and fishing gear on display.

Fishbrain

July 19, 2022

New Feature Announcement: Fishing Trips is here

Log your everything about a fishing trip in its entirety with the newest feature from Fishbrain. Log your fishing trips today!

General

July 08, 2022

We used to be cool. Fly fishing Montana's Beaverhead River

Two Fishbrainers head to the Beaverhead River in Montana to fish for brown trout on the fly and regain what it means to be an adventurous angler.

Fishing Tips

June 30, 2022

How to start fly fishing: an intro to life on the fly

Fly fishing may seem complicated, but picking up the sport is easier than ever. This guide will take you through the gear and steps to start fly fishing today.

General

June 24, 2022

Free fishing on the 4th of July

Fishing is as American as baseball fireworks and apple pie. Check out these states that offer free fishing opportunities this Independence Day

Fishing Gear

June 22, 2022

The best summer bass lures with Monsterbass

Summer bass fishing is here and our friends at Monsterbass let us try out some of their best bass lures for summer fishing.

Fishing Gear

June 15, 2022

The best artificial snook lures

Learn about the best artificial shrimp, mullet and swim bait patterns for catching snook in Florida.

Fishing News

June 08, 2022

Where to Fish for free on Father's Day

For most anglers dad was the one who taught us everything we know and inspired our passion. This Father's Day several states are offering free fishing opportunities to celebrate the man who made you the angler you are today. Learn which states are offering license free fishing weekends and which species you should be targeting with dad in tow.

General

June 06, 2022

Why you should to start fly fishing this year

Fly fishing is a great way to expand your fishing knowledge and has few barriers that stand between a new angler and their first fly rod. Fly fishing is great way to fish and by your first hook set you understand the power of being directly connected to your catch. Here are five reasons why this is the year you need to pick up your first fly rod.

General

May 31, 2022

Almanac cites fishing as a top reason to go camping this year

Campspot's first annual Outdoor Almanac was released this year with in depth data from campers across the country. The data encompasses the best National Parks, night skies, camp recipes and of course fishing. Learn how popular fishing is for campers across the U.S. and how many people go plan their trips specifically around fishing.

Fishing Gear

May 26, 2022

Pro-Staff gear recommendations: Freshwater

Continuing our look at some of the best gear used by Fishbrain pro staff, we caught up with Misty Wells to talk about her bass setup. Normally known for her saltwater fishing, Misty is packing her bass gear on the way to a fishing tournament hosted by country music start, Luke Combs.