Hey there, fellow anglers! Aaron Hunt here from Aaron Hunt Fishing. Today, I’m excited to share my first impressions of the much-anticipated 2025 Daiwa Alphas BF TW. If you’ve been following my channel, you know I’m always on the lookout for the latest bait finesse (BFS) reels to add to my collection. So, how does…
Over the last 30 years, I’ve been deeply committed to setting goals and achieving them. Every year, without fail, I’d create a list of personal and professional targets. I became an expert at not only hitting those goals but also teaching others—employees and business leaders alike—how to do the same. It felt like aligning dominoes…
Are you still using a manual pump for your inflatable stand-up paddleboard? If so, it’s time to make a change. Over the past few months, I’ve been using the Zetta 138 battery-operated paddleboard pump, and it has completely transformed my paddling experience. Let me share six reasons why this pump is a game-changer. Spoiler alert:…
The perfect cup of coffee. For some it’s simply any cup you have while on the water. But for me, great coffee is something I’ve pursued almost as much as I have great places to fish. I even ran a charitable coffee roasting business about 15 years ago. But recently, there have been big advancements…
Best Cold Weather Fishing Gloves: What Real Anglers Know Let me tell you something about winter fishing – it’s not for the faint of heart. I’ve been out on frozen lakes and icy rivers more times than I can count, and if there’s one piece of gear that can make or break your day, it’s…
It’s that time again! It’s the annual 11-11 Sale at AliExpress. Although it looks like this year it might just be called ‘Mega Choice Day’. If you think of AliExpress as the Chinese Amazon, then consider this their version of Prime Day. And this is my list of the best BFS Deals for the sale!…
As many of you know, every month brings a new wave of “best lures” recommendations for bass fishing, and September is no different. Instead of just talking about it, I decided to put these lures to the test in a 24-hour challenge—trying to catch fish on all five of the most recommended September bass lures….
As winter wraps its chilly fingers around the lakes and streams, it poses a silent challenge that whispers to every trout angler—outmaneuver the elusive trout during their least active season. You find yourself bundled up against the cold, rod in hand, gazing at the glassy surface that seems determined to thwart your finesse bait’s charm….
I originally wrote a version of this post for Wild Outdoors… There’s a quiet thrill that comes with finesse fishing—those gentle casts, the soft bite of a cautious fish, and the heart-pounding moments that follow. But if you’ve felt that frustration when your gear just doesn’t seem right for those delicate presentations, you’re not alone….