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In the 1960s, Fishbites inventor Dr. William Carr started a 30-plus year journey researching what kinds of chemicals fish detect in their underwater environment that trigger feeding behavior. He called these chemicals “feeding stimulants.” He recreated those feeding stimulants in the lab and perfected a game-changing combination of scent and…

Ask an Expert: Captain Jacob Belz of Hookset Guide Service

October 26, 2026

Let’s check in with Captain Jacob Belz, of Hookset Guide Service in southern Maryland. Captain Jacob Belz, of Hookset Guide Service, will put you on the fish! Q: We’re all hoping to see fall bird…

Robalo R270 Center Console: Make the Leap

October 24, 2026

There’s something of a breakover point in center console fishing boats at around 26 feet of LOA. Smaller boats feel more subject to the whims of the waves, while larger boats feel more substantial…

How to Fish Inlets: Baiting at the Boulders

October 22, 2026

Whether you’re trying to tempt tautog, hoping to snare a sheepshead, or in search of a striper, rock jetties are potential hotspots. They’re also easily accessible in many areas, open to the public,…

Ask an Expert: Captain Pat Love of Back Creek Charters

October 20, 2026

For this Ask an Expert we get the scoop from Captain Pat Love of Back Creek Charters. This month let's hear from Captain Pat Love, of Back Creek Charters. Q: We hear you’re doing fishing camps…

Hot New Gear for Fall 2026

October 17, 2026

Penn Pursuit V 6000 The Penn Pursuit V gets you lots of beef without breaking the bank. Just how much do you have to spend to get a reel big enough to handle chopper bluefish, small sharks, and…

2026 Cover Contest

October 14, 2026

It’s that time of year again—time to send in your submissions for the FishTalk Cover Contest! Here’s How it Works: Submit your favorite fishing photo now through November 3, 2026. One photo…

Fishing Sinkers for Beginners: Getting the Lead Out

October 14, 2026

Some fishing gear can get complex, but a weight is a weight is a weight, right? Wrong! All fishing weights and sinkers are not created equal, and there are a number of rather specialized shapes and…

Fish For a Cure 2026

October 12, 2026

Pop quiz: What’s the best fishing tournament on the entire East Coast? Hands-down, no question about it, absolutely, positively, it’s Fish For a Cure. Sure, there are plenty of angling events that…

TuffTide 13: It’s a Keeper

October 9, 2026

It’s rare that I get on a boat to test it for a review, and at the end of the day I don’t want to give it back. Rare because I already have a fleet of three boats and I’m limited to three under…

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