Catfish

The best catfish reels will have three main components. They’ll have a high line capacity, optimal max drag, and a rigid and durable body to… Read More »Are Penn Reels Good For Catfishing?

The lower gear ratio provides the torque required for winching in a heavyweight catfish or striped bass or a wide variety of saltwater surf behemoths.… Read More »What Is The Best Gear Ratio For Catfishing?

The best rod for catfish will have quality components including a good reel seat and locking system, stainless steel guides, and a length between 7… Read More »What Size Rod Is Best For Catfish?

Medium-heavy and heavy-action rods typically are best for catfishing. These designations mean it takes more weight (a bigger fish) to bend the rod. They’re sensitive… Read More »What Type Of Rod Is Best For Catfishing?

With no visible ears, it might seem that catfish can’t hear well, but that’s not true. A catfish’s body is the same density as water,… Read More »Can Catfish Hear You?

Catfish have excellent eyesight, despite popular misconceptions. Vision aids them in ways you might never imagine. Did you know, for example, catfish fear shadows? Scientists… Read More »How Good Is Catfish Vision?

The finding brings the number of blind catfish species in the U.S. to three, all found only in Texas, according to UT. The two other… Read More »Can Catfish Be Blind?

Catfish are a great blend of specialist and generalist, with exceptional senses of smell and taste, good vision, plus acute senses of feeling and hearing.… Read More »What Senses Do Catfish Have?

Many catfish anglers have used them for decades. On the other hand, most catfish anglers seem to discover hot dogs out of desperation, after running… Read More »Will Catfish Eat Hot Dogs?

Short answer is yes! Catfish often feed very heavily after a rain, especially in the summer months. Rain washes nutrients and food into the water… Read More »Do Catfish Bite After Rain?