Salt Water Sportsman

Salt Water Sportsman covers the world of saltwater fishing. Featuring local authorities from around the country, Salt Water Sportsman provides the regional insight and expertise to help anglers catch more and bigger fish, right in their own back yard. The magazine offers loads of how-to information, advice for those who travel within the greater U.S. and surrounding waters, and reviews of new boats, tackle and electronics.

Salt Water Sportsman

Battle Buddies • Time on the water connects people from all walks of life—as long as you have a thick skin.

California Seabass Mystery Explained • A new California study suggests more white seabass originate from the hatchery than previously thought.

Georgia’s Tagging Efforts for Redfish Ramp Up • If you catch a red with an old scar on its belly, your drum might have an acoustic tag.

Tampa Bay Produces a Giant Tarpon

Tracking Striped Bass Movements

An Unforgettable Moment

New Gear

Explosive Decommissioning • Mechanical methods cost more money but kill fewer fish than explosives. Why aren’t we using them more often?

The Winning Pitch • Rigged-and-ready baits are vital to hooking fish that pop up close to the boat.

Top Pitch Baits

Boat Seat Basics • Tips to help keep that cushioned ride and preserve your vessel’s value.

First Look

It’s All in the Wrist • How to mark spots and control your boat without stepping away from the action.

Electronics

Swamp Foxes

CHILL OUT • WHEN WATER TEMPERATURES DROP, SNOOK AND SEATROUT MIGRATE FROM SKINNY-WATER OPEN FLATS TO DEEPER HOLES IN CREEKS AND RIVERS.

THE LATE SHOW • WHEN THE CROWDS LEAVE THE FLORIDA KEYS IN AUGUST, THE DOLPHIN BITE REALLY HEATS UP.

HIGH-TECH TOG • FISHING FOR BLACKFISH HAS CHANGED. NEW TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES INCREASE FISHING PRODUCTIVITY.

DEEP THINKING • WHY GOING LOW IS THE BEST WAY TO TARGET BIG

Caymas 401 CC • This big new offshore center-console delivers the quality, ride and fishability anglers have come to expect from a boat built by Earl Bentz.

Robalo 266 Cayman • This big new bay boat from Robalo offers the freeboard, stability, smooth ride and power to head offshore, while also giving anglers superb inshore angling abilities.

Another Dirty Trick • It’s always fun to play jokes on the new kid.