Equipment

Today’s electronics give catfish anglers an unprecedented look at underwater structure and fish. But as experienced anglers know, the real test comes when that technology helps put a catfish in...

What’s Hot from ICAST 2026 By Capt. Richard Simms The annual show of the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades, better known as ICAST, wrapped up July in Orlando, Florida....

Some kids dream about catching a monster catfish. At the Big Cat Youth Fishing Tournament, those dreams just might come true.   Young Anglers: Ready to Catch a Big Cat?...

Catfish Gear: B’n’M Poles’ Freedom Series Rods Subtitle: Recognizing the sacrifices of our military veterans   Freedom is preserved by those few who are willing to sacrifice everything to protect...

At the Madison Area Take Kids Fishing day, many youths got to fish for the first time, and approximately 45 union volunteers were available to assist. (Photo courtesy of Union...

Catfish Gear: Power-Pole MOVE ZR:  Built to Hunt Fish Without Spooking Them   When you’re fishing, boat control isn’t just helpful. It’s everything. Whether you’re working a breakline, holding on...

Chicken breast, Jell-o and garlic powder, a surprising bait combination that will often catch catfish, no just in a pinch but anytime other baits run short   From Fresh to...

Prepared stinkbaits and doughbaits offer an easy, effective way for beginners to target catfish using simple gear and straightforward techniques.   Catfish Basics: Best Beginner Catfish Baits (And How to...

Power-Pole VISION (7" & 12") A Smarter Command Center for Serious Anglers Modern anglers carry more tech than ever—graphs, anchors, trolling motors, navigation apps, music, cameras—and managing it all usually...

An extra day off and deep winter water produced this Presidents’ Day stringer of channel catfish for CatfishNOW editor Keith Sutton. Photo by Alex Hinson   Presidents’ Day Catfish By...