Picture Pointers by joey monteleone | Jun 3, 2014 | Fishing, Freshwater, Saltwater FishingPicture Pointers – Taking good photos after the catch Claiming no specific photographic expertise, over the years I have sold hundreds of articles, promoted sponsors, events and products with my pictures. The intent of this document is for fellow anglers to help them...
I Can See Clearly Now by joey monteleone | May 17, 2014 | Fishing, Freshwater, InstructionalA quick glance at most gamefish tells you about their feeding and lifestyle habits. The eyes are set in a way to give them a wide range of vision. They also are possess large eyes that uniquely collect light better than that of the anglers that cast to them. They also...
The Right Rod and Reel by joey monteleone | May 12, 2014 | Big Rig, Fishing, Freshwater, Instructional, SaltwaterLife is all about options and choices. When it comes to fishing the same parameters apply. Preferences vary for anglers choosing kayaks, places to paddle, species of fish to catch, lures to cast and rod and reel combinations to use. Everyone likes something different,...
Earth, Wind and Fire by joey monteleone | May 5, 2014 | Big Rig, Fishing, Freshwater, JK Team PostsNatural forces can ruin your bass fishing until you learn to work within the limitations rather than fight them. Personally not a fan of muddy water (earth) wind or fire(steaming summer water temperatures) each can have an effect on your fishing but when managed can...
Family Fishing Part Two by joey monteleone | May 3, 2014 | Fishing, Freshwater, JK Team PostsFamily Fishing Part Two Once the kayaks are unloaded, set up and lifejackets are on it’s time for the casting and catching to begin. I like single hook lures for little folks and the less experienced anglers. Single hook baits like spinners, topwater buzzer, plastic...
Kayak Crankbaiting for bass by joey monteleone | Apr 27, 2014 | Big Rig, Fishing, FreshwaterTo search water quickly one of the most effective baits there is and probably one of the most misunderstood is the crankbait. At times merely casting the crankbait as far as you can and reeling it back will catch fish. This might a blessing or a curse. So folks view...
Family Fishing Part one by joey monteleone | Apr 22, 2014 | Fishing, Freshwater, Saltwater FishingFamily Fishing and Kayaking Part One Family fishing is a year round activity. A change of mindset is important to minimize conflict and maximize fun. I stress during “take a kid fishing” seminars that it is critical to not turn a fun trip into a fishing contest...
Attracting an Triggering Qualities by joey monteleone | Apr 9, 2014 | Big Rig, Fishing, FreshwaterKayak Best Bassin’ Baits Big bass are wary and will snub anything that looks or sounds phony. The mere fact that they can be inquisitive doesn’t mean they will inhale just anything that swims by. Two main qualities of any artificial lure are attracting qualities and...
Why Stand Up Fishing? by joey monteleone | Mar 18, 2014 | Big Rig, Fishing, Freshwater, riversSome folks may wonder why it is desirable to some anglers to stand while fishing. One of the draws for me in selecting a Jackson Big Rig was the ability to sit in two different positions but what really sealed the deal for me was the option to safely stand with a high...
Big Rig Stability / Fishability by joey monteleone | Mar 11, 2014 | Big Rig, Fishing, Freshwater, riversCelebrated Saturday February 22nd as my birthday and the maiden paddle of my new Big Rig. While the weather and water conditions were less than perfect the performance of the Jackson Big Rig was. Greeted with muddy, 46 degree water, current and occasional wind gusts,...