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The Gear Journal……. Hottest Carolina Saltwater Trolling Reels For 2026
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Gear/Boats
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The Gear Journal……. Hottest Carolina Saltwater Trolling Reels For 2026

Tim Wilson - May 3, 2026

Here's a rundown of the hottest saltwater trolling reels on the market right now, broken down by category:  Best Overall — Penn Squall II Level Wind The…

Clarkspoon….A Picture Of Old School Excellence
Gear/Boats
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Gear/Boats
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Clarkspoon….A Picture Of Old School Excellence

Tim Wilson - April 20, 2026

I recently got the opportunity to visit the Clarkspoon facility in Morehead City, NC. It was not only a great walk down memory lane for me, it…

The Best Trolling Motors for Fishing the Carolinas and Georgia Coast
Coastal Carolina Fisherman
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Coastal Carolina Fisherman
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The Best Trolling Motors for Fishing the Carolinas and Georgia Coast

Tim Wilson - April 17, 2026

Fishing the Carolinas and Georgia coast is a different game. Strong tides, constant wind, open sounds, shallow flats, and tight creeks all demand control. In this environment,…

The Boats Anglers Like Most in 2026
Gear/Boats
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Gear/Boats
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The Boats Anglers Like Most in 2026

Tim Wilson - March 29, 2026

Across America’s lakes, rivers, bays, and offshore waters, anglers rely on boats that match the way they fish. While hundreds of models are available today, a few…

Hottest Fishing Tackle In The Carolinas For Freshwater Fishing
Baits and Lures
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Baits and Lures
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Hottest Fishing Tackle In The Carolinas For Freshwater Fishing

Tim Wilson - March 29, 2026

There’s something about freshwater fishing in the Carolinas that keeps anglers coming back, season after season. Maybe it’s the early morning fog lifting off a quiet lake,…

Why Winter Is When Seasons Are Won
Coastal Carolina Fisherman
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Coastal Carolina Fisherman
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Why Winter Is When Seasons Are Won

Tim Wilson - January 4, 2026

In the Carolinas, winter is not down-time,  it’s  prep time. It’s the quiet work that sets you up for those unforgettable days when the Spanish blitz the…

Top Center Console Boats In the Carolinas
Coastal Carolina Fisherman
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Coastal Carolina Fisherman
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Top Center Console Boats In the Carolinas

Tim Wilson - November 23, 2025

If you’re on the hunt for a top-tier center-console boat suitable for the Carolina coast (and even lakes), here are three standout models/brands I’d recommend ,  based…

Using The Right Saltwater Hook
Gear/Boats
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Gear/Boats
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Using The Right Saltwater Hook

Tim Wilson - November 11, 2025

 Hook Type & Use Hook Type Best For Notes Circle Hook Red Drum, Cobia, Tarpon, Snapper Self-setting; minimizes deep hooking; required for many species. J-Hook Spanish &…

Top Saltwater Reels of 2025
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Gear/Boats
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Top Saltwater Reels of 2025

Tim Wilson - November 9, 2025

If you're looking to upgrade your salt-water spinning tackle for 2025, here are some of the most popular reels that are getting strong reviews and broad use…

Wilmington Boat Show Successful Despite Weather
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Gear/Boats
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Wilmington Boat Show Successful Despite Weather

Tim Wilson - October 14, 2025

Despite Nor’easter-level weather conditions, the Wilmington Boat Show proved to be a major success this past weekend, according to feedback from both attendees and exhibitors. Crowds turned…