Stickbait Success

By Captain Matt McQueen | March 6, 2023 |

Stickbait Success is an article aimed at increasing anglers’ odds of successfully netting king salmon caught on stickbaits. It covers hook setting, fish fighting techniques and upgrading hooks. It also includes photos with hook upgrades from Mustad, VMC, Owner, and Eagle Claw as well as an interview with Big Manistee River guide, Larry Raney, owner of Premier Angling Guide Service.

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Lunatic Fringe

By Captain Matt McQueen | November 6, 2022 |

There is a misconception among people who know me that I enjoy ice fishing.  I spend enough time on the ice to portray the image of an avid ice angler, but the truth is that I don’t really “like” to ice fish.  I do it so I don’t kill anyone during homicidal rage inflicted by…

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DIY Float Fishing Upgrades

By Captain Matt McQueen | September 6, 2022 |

DIY Float Fishing Upgrades is an article about upgrading fishing reel bearings to get the best natural drift out of float fishing equipment. It covers how to upgrade bearings in your reel and how the ABEC rating system works as well as an interview with Boca Bearing Company’s fishing reel expert, Jeff Brooks.

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