Salt Water Sportsman

Salt Water Sportsman covers the world of saltwater fishing. 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

The Hard Way • There’s nothing wrong with going on a prepackaged fishing trip. But if you’re looking for adventure, you’ll need to bake a little adversity into your itinerary.

Talk on the Dock

Reader’s Catch

Optimum Vs. Maximum Yield • Carrying over unused catch limits from one season to the next hurts our chances of recharging our waters with the most and biggest fish.

Tactics and Tackle

Five Ways to Rig Live Baits for Better Hookups • Hook placement is the key to making baits swim the way you want them.

Not Your Father’s Fishing Shirt • The latest crop of performance fishing wear keeps you cool and comfortable while protecting you from the sun.

Float Plan

How Much Fuel Capacity Do I Really Need? • Why boat captains should think more like airline pilots.

First Look

Safety in the Sky • Affordable satellite communication systems keep you connected while fishing outside of cell range.

New Electronics

WHEN GOOD THINGS GO WRONG • The best travel stories are the hardest ones to earn.

Battle at the Oil Rigs • A 150-pound bigeye on spinning tackle? Be careful what you wish for.

SILVER METTLE • AMID THE RICH WATERS OF SOUTHEAST ALASKA, SILVER SALMON FLOURISH IN LATE SUMMER.

Baja Bachelors • Sending a buddy off right, old-Mexico-style, with a yellowtail trip to Loreto.

Regulator 30XO • Regulator’s new 30XO hybrid provides the versatility and features to fish wherever you want.

Caymas 34 CT • Double-stepped, semi-asymmetric sponsons and a wide beam make the 34 CT a capable offshore cat.

Last Shot