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The summer heat can often mean the best fishing is early in the morning, but this doesn’t have to be the case. You can beat the heat by wearing the right fishing apparel, such as shirts for fishing , as well as drinking plenty of water. These tips will help you stay out on the water for longer, giving you more time to catch the big one.  Fishing Mask Pack Plenty of Water First, always pack plenty of water. Bring more water than you think you will need. While it may be heavy, the longer you are out, the more water you will need. Make a conscious effort to stop and drink, staying hydrated. Use both water and something that can replenish your electrolytes, such as sports drinks. Stay away from sugary drinks or anything with caffeine. If you do bring a tumbler of coffee for early morning angling, bring more water to compensate.  Start Early in the Morning Starting earlier in the day can help give you more time to cast lines out into the water. You can als...

Fishing like the pros this summer means using performance fishing gear to get the most out of your fishing trip. Whether it’s a day on the boat or fishing by the river banks, these pieces of clothing will up your game for the summer.  Fishing Clothes Performance Fishing Shirts to Keep You Cool Keeping cool while out fishing on a hot summer day helps you stay out longer. The pros, however, know the secret of staying out all day: fabric that keeps you cool and protected from the sun. Fishing clothes the pros wear are often moisture-wicking, which will wick away sweat or water splashing from the boat or river, cooling you down while quickly drying. Another secret of the pros is using fabric with a UPF 50+ rating, which will keep you protected from the sun’s rays. While you should still use sunscreen, UPF 50+ fabric will help protect you against sunburns. This lets you stay out on the water longer, giving you a better chance of catching the big one.  Pa...

Some of the best bass fishing in North America can be found south of the Mason-Dixon Line. Those living there would probably say the best full stop. There’s no question that bass fishing in the South can be one of the most fun and rewarding angling adventures. Fishing for big Southern bass can also involve some specific challenges that shouldn’t be overlooked. With a little preparation of tackle, patience, and some high-performance fishing shirts , a Southern bass fishing trip can be an unforgettable angling adventure. Fishing Shirts Prepare a Variety of Live Bait and Lures If there’s one word that defines the approach you should take to your tackle when fishing for Southern bass, it is “variety.” It can be hard to determine what will pique a bass’s interest on a particular day, but it’s never a bad idea to go prepared with a number of options. If lures aren’t doing the trick, consider rigging up with nightcrawlers, live minnows, crawfish, or leeches. In addition...