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Captain's Picks: Sandeels - A Love/ Hate Relationship

Captain's Picks: Sandeels - A Love/ Hate Relationship

Captains’ Picks: Sand Eels - A Love/Hate Relationship  If June has a theme, it’s small bait that can lead to big...
Captain’s Corner: Early Summer Inshore Game Plan with Capt. Ray Jarvis

Captain’s Corner: Early Summer Inshore Game Plan with Capt. Ray Jarvis

We’re excited to launch a new series here at The Saltwater Edge, Captain’s Corner, where we sit down with one...
Fishing Forecast - June Full Moon

Fishing Forecast - June Full Moon

Fishing Forecast - June Full Moon I don't know how everyone else is feeling, but it's pretty hard to believe...
Surfcasting Alphas: Pete Utschig on Big Fish, Tides, and Tactical Preparation

Surfcasting Alphas: Pete Utschig on Big Fish, Tides, and Tactical Preparation

When Pete Utschig speaks, surfcasters listen. As the first-ever returning guest on the Saltwater Edge Podcast, Pete brings unmatched energy,...
What’s in Pete Utschig’s Plug Bag for Striper Season

What’s in Pete Utschig’s Plug Bag for Striper Season

What’s in Pete Utschig’s Plug Bag for Striper Season Pete Utschig, experienced surf angler and Saltwater Edge contributor, recently gave...
Fishing Forecast - May New Moon

Fishing Forecast - May New Moon

Fishing Forecast - May New Moon The fishing so far this May has been nothing short of great.  The striped...
Big Baits, Big Fish: Captain Brian Kelly Talks Bunker Tactics and Northeast Stripers

Big Baits, Big Fish: Captain Brian Kelly Talks Bunker Tactics and Northeast Stripers

Spring marks the beginning of some of the most exciting fishing opportunities in the Northeast, and few things get striped...
7 Lures for late May Early June

7 Lures for late May Early June

7 Must-Have Saltwater Lures for New England Fishing This May The May bite in New England is electric—schoolie stripers in...
The Best Budget Saltwater Fishing Gear for 2025: Fly, Inshore, Surf, and Offshore Picks

The Best Budget Saltwater Fishing Gear for 2025: Fly, Inshore, Surf, and Offshore Picks

The Best Budget Saltwater Fishing Gear for 2025: Fly, Inshore, Surf, and Offshore Picks Looking to get out on the...
Fishing Forecast - May Full Moon 2025

Fishing Forecast - May Full Moon 2025

Fishing Forecast - May Full Moon If you're a striped bass fisherman in Rhode Island, we don't need to tell...
Mystery Fly Challenge: Two Tyers Head to Head!

Mystery Fly Challenge: Two Tyers Head to Head!

Mystery Fly Challenge: Two Tyers, One Box, No Rules At The Saltwater Edge, we love a good challenge—and this one...
New and Improved SWE Rewards!

New and Improved SWE Rewards!

Earn More Than Just Strikes: Join the Saltwater Edge Rewards ProgramHook into exclusive benefits with every purchase At Saltwater Edge,...
Surfcasting, Island Life, and Building Community: A Conversation with Tammy King

Surfcasting, Island Life, and Building Community: A Conversation with Tammy King

If you’ve ever dreamed of life surrounded by sandy beaches, endless tides, and a close-knit fishing community, Tammy King’s story...
Captain’s Picks: Light Tackle Gear For the Spring

Captain’s Picks: Light Tackle Gear For the Spring

The early season bite is heating up, and when it comes to putting fish in the boat—or on the beach—light...

Fly Menu - April 25 2025

Hey everyone — Coby here at The Saltwater Edge! Usually Jenks and I are talking about what I'm eating, but...
How to Tie the Bay Anchovy Surf Candy Fly

How to Tie the Bay Anchovy Surf Candy Fly

An easy, durable resin baitfish imitation for albies, bonito, and more When bay anchovies or rain bait fill the water...
Fishing Forecast - April New Moon 2025

Fishing Forecast - April New Moon 2025

Fishing Forecast - April New Moon It's officially go time here in Rhode Island! As longer, warmer days give life...
Help Us Put Albies and Bonito on the Scientific Map

Help Us Put Albies and Bonito on the Scientific Map

We’ve got exciting news to share with our hardtail community: the Rhode Island Division of Marine Fisheries has advanced to...
8 Ways to Catch Big Striped Bass Feeding on Adult Pogies

8 Ways to Catch Big Striped Bass Feeding on Adult Pogies

8 Ways to Catch Big Striped Bass Feeding on Adult Pogies By Cyril Tveit   Pogies, Bunker, Menhaden.  These large...
New Gear We’re Excited About for 2025 at The Saltwater Edge

New Gear We’re Excited About for 2025 at The Saltwater Edge

At The Saltwater Edge, we’re always on the lookout for innovative and exciting gear that enhances your time on the...
Fishing Forecast - April Full Moon 2025

Fishing Forecast - April Full Moon 2025

Fishing Forecast - April Full Moon 2025 It sure feels good to be sitting here writing the first forecast of...
Fly Shop Secrets - How to shop for fly materials with Ben Whalley

Fly Shop Secrets - How to shop for fly materials with Ben Whalley

Whether you're tying your first clouser or dialing in a signature flatwing, one of the most overlooked aspects of fly...
Inside Crafty One Customs: Rod Design, Offshore Wind Controversy & the Soul of Saltwater Fishing

Inside Crafty One Customs: Rod Design, Offshore Wind Controversy & the Soul of Saltwater Fishing

In this episode of the Saltwater Edge Podcast, we sit down with Ralph Craft, founder of Crafty One Customs, a...
2024 Season Wrap Up

2024 Season Wrap Up

2024 Season Wrap Up   The 2024 season was a very strange one. From start to finish, things were just...
How to Tie a Sand Lance Fly (Sand Eel Pattern) – Step-by-Step Guide

How to Tie a Sand Lance Fly (Sand Eel Pattern) – Step-by-Step Guide

Looking to add a simple, versatile, and highly effective sand lance fly to your saltwater fly box? This pattern—modeled after...
Saltwater Edge guide to Planning your own bonefish trip

Saltwater Edge guide to Planning your own bonefish trip

The Ultimate Guide to DIY Bonefishing: Tips, Tactics, and Planning Your Own Trip Bonefishing is one of the most thrilling...
The Essential Guide to Super Strike Lures

The Essential Guide to Super Strike Lures

The Essential Guide to Super Strike Plugs for Surf Casters When it comes to surf fishing, few lure brands hold...
Baitcaster vs Spinning Reel: Which One is Right for You?

Baitcaster vs Spinning Reel: Which One is Right for You?

A baitcaster provides greater casting distance and control for heavier lures, while a spinning reel is easier to use and...
The Art of Wooden Lures: 24/7 Lures’ Evolution

The Art of Wooden Lures: 24/7 Lures’ Evolution

For over a decade, 24/7 Lures has been a staple in the world of custom wooden fishing lures, crafting high-quality,...
5 Crucial Habits for Kayak Fisherman

5 Crucial Habits for Kayak Fisherman

5 Crucial Habits for Kayak Fishermen   1 – Keep a constant eye on the forecast In general, whether you’re...
Tie up an Easy Anchovy - Step by step guide for fly tying

Tie up an Easy Anchovy - Step by step guide for fly tying

How to Tie an Easy Anchovy Fly: Step-by-Step Fly Tying Guide Saltwater fly anglers know the value of a great...
Striper Kickoff 2025!

Striper Kickoff 2025!

SWE Striper Kickoff 2025 We are excited to see you at this years Striper Kickoff! This is a fun day...
How to Tie a Flex Head Peanut Bunker Fly: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Tie a Flex Head Peanut Bunker Fly: Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re an avid saltwater fly fisher, having a solid Peanut Bunker Fly in your box is a must. This...
The Saltwater Edge Essential Guide to Surfcasting

The Saltwater Edge Essential Guide to Surfcasting

So you want to start surfcasting? Chances are you’ve heard of this discipline before, and maybe you’ve even dabbled before...