Ric Burnley

C old temperatures and short days make bass, and bass anglers, lethargic. But hardy souls who brave the elements are rewarded with the biggest bass of the year. During winter, bass are looking to eat as much as possible with the least effort. Large swimba... See more

H ere’s an observation I’ve picked up over five decades fishing the Virginia coast: spinning reels and saltwater do not mix. The spinning reel’s moving metal parts, combined with saltwater’s corrosive minerals, are a toxic cocktail that prematurely ends t... See more

T he Native Watercraft Hammer is a full-featured, full-on fishing kayak with the ability to rig with motors, pedals, accessories and the whole nine yards. The Native Hammer is ready for pedal and dual power Fishing kayaks are now more and more about addin... See more

A ncient Chinese philosopher Laozi says the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. For beginner kayak anglers, the journey begins with the right gear and a few basic skills. Kayak Angler ’s Beginner’s Guide to Kayak Fishing is full of expert ad... See more

A lot of people want to get into kayak fishing, but they don’t have the space or means for transporting one of the hulking hard-shell fishing kayaks . And in that case, inflatable fishing kayaks are a great choice. The problem has always been, inflatable ... See more