The best smallmouth bass fisherman I've ever known used the simplest of rigs -- a long cane pole outfitted with a length of black nylon line, three or four feet of monofilament, a sinker made from ...

We were going bass fishing, but with that outfit it seemed like a lost cause. I’m a light-tackle man myself, and was certain that this would be a wild goose chase. “Pull hard on the right oar, and ...

To rig your cane pole, cut a piece of line about twice the length of the pole. You might want to use line a bit on the heavy side so it is durable and you don't have to change it often.

Cane poles could be used for almost any type of fishing, and they remain an interesting way to ply the waters -- one that can either evoke nostalgia or provide the simplicity that makes the ...

Rig with a small Carlisle (cricket) hook, a split shot and a small cork, then work shallow-water cover. With a long cane pole, this can be done from the bank or a boat, as you prefer.

Anglers seeking bluegills usually rig their cane poles to suit themselves. This can mean simply tying the line securely near the tip.

Cane poles or telescoping fiberglass poles are the preferred equipment most West Alabama anglers use to catch crappie when summer arrives. Some try jigging poles that allow them to vary their ...

Obtaining a suitable cane pole (or several of them) for fishing purposes is easily accomplished. Simply keep an eye out for a patch of cane, which when planted can soon run amuck in a manner ...

In certain circumstances, cane pole fishing — like Tenkara — is more effective than any other method.

At most sporting-goods stores, you can buy all sorts of fancy fishing poles made from a variety of modern manmade materials. Choose from boron, graphite, fiberglass or composites ; long poles ...

He noted other local anglers purchase poles in Tennessee."Fishing with a cane pole can be a lot of fun," he said. "You haven\'t had a thrill until you catch a two-pound bass on a cane pole.