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

The Messiness of Man

Talk on the Dock

175-POUND COBIA CRUSHES THE WORLD RECORD

RHODE ISLAND SPINNER SHARK?

FLORIDA’S REDFISH HAPPY PLACE

SAVE THE WHALES WITH NEW TECH

SPRAYING RED TIDE

SALMON BOUNTY

CALI ANGLERS HEAD OFF BARRED SAND BASS CLOSURE

THE WORLD’S LARGEST ARTIFICIAL REEF

CASTING CONFIDENCE

The Red Snapper Solution • Why Gulf anglers have it so much better, and what Atlantic states must do to help bottomfishermen.

The Great Rod-Holder Debate • While some may not agree, there are times when fighting a fish from the gunwale makes sense.

Light Up the Night • Stay safe and catch more fish after dark.

Boat Talk

Taking Control • We tested a gyrostabilizer and the Ride system from Seakeeper to find out if this is technological overkill or the future of boating.

Stay in Touch • Remotely monitoring the condition and security of your boat is easier and more affordable than ever.

Blackfin 262 HB • The long-awaited hybrid bay boat lacks nothing when it comes to comfort and hardcore fishability.

Formula 457 CCF • Built to blast far offshore, fish all day, and return all in sublime comfort.

EVOLUTION

Sitka’s Salmon Bonanza

THE OCEAN CITY FACTOR • The skills, tactics and techniques forged in this historic resort town impact big-game and tournament fishing worldwide.

Bone-Stalking Flats • Native Bahamian guides share the skinny for bonefish on the fly.

NORWALK’S BRUISER BASS • Western Long Island Sound is a topwater and jigging paradise in late spring.

THROWBACK March 1955 • A new report on stripers is covered in the “Salt Water Briefs” section.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS • 32 NEW AND CLASSIC TIPS, TRICKS AND TACTICS

THE LEGACY OF RED SNAPPER