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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...
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...
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...
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...
Boat Essentials: Must-Have Items for Every Fishing Trip

Boat Essentials: Must-Have Items for Every Fishing Trip

When you're out on the water, preparation can make the difference between a successful day of fishing and a stressful...
The Ultimate Month-by-Month Guide to Saltwater Fishing Lures

The Ultimate Month-by-Month Guide to Saltwater Fishing Lures

  Fishing success starts with choosing the right lures for the season. Whether casting from a kayak, shore, or the...
The toughest reels ever built - A History of Van Staal Fishing

The toughest reels ever built - A History of Van Staal Fishing

Join Peter from Saltwater Edge and Craig Cantelmo from Van Staal as they take you through the fascinating history, design,...
The Ultimate Gift Guide for Saltwater Anglers: Top Picks from The Saltwater Edge

The Ultimate Gift Guide for Saltwater Anglers: Top Picks from The Saltwater Edge

A holiday gift guide for the angler in your life, or yourself!
Captain's Picks August 2024

Captain's Picks August 2024

August is a great month for fishing in New England, with new species moving closer to shore and the big...
Squid Jig Basics with Captain Max Dispoto East Coast Charters

Squid Jig Basics with Captain Max Dispoto East Coast Charters

How to Get Started Squid Fishing in New England with Captain Max Dispoto As the water warms and the saltwater...
A Trip to Mag Bay with Captain Max Dispoto

A Trip to Mag Bay with Captain Max Dispoto

Fly/Spin Trip to San Carlos, MX (Mag Bay) By Captain Max DispotoBackgroundDuring every offseason I try to experience different fishing...
Van Staal VSX2 Review

Van Staal VSX2 Review

After releasing the new VSX2 at the end of last season when it was just too late to take it...
Saltwater Edge Top Products of 2023

Saltwater Edge Top Products of 2023

We always like to look back at what sold best here at The Saltwater Edge, usually there aren't any surprises...
How to Choose a Van Staal VSX2

How to Choose a Van Staal VSX2

How to Choose a Van Staal VSX2 Using the correct reel for your needs is a relatively easy way to...
Glider Bait Breakdown

Glider Bait Breakdown

Glide Bait Break Down Jerry AudetGlide baits are one of the newer styles of plug to hit the striper scene....
Subtle differences…can make a big difference.  NLBN Baits

Subtle differences…can make a big difference. NLBN Baits

Subtle differences…can make a big difference.  NLBN Baits By Dennis Zambrotta Every summer my friend Josh makes a yearly trip...
The Super Strike 1.5- and 3-ounce Little Neck Poppers: The Unsung Popper Heroes

The Super Strike 1.5- and 3-ounce Little Neck Poppers: The Unsung Popper Heroes

The Super Strike 1.5- and 3-ounce Little Neck Poppers: The Unsung Popper Heroes Welcome to Saltwater Edge’s series profiling the...
Saltwater Edge Podcast - Educator and Innovator with Captain Mike Hogan

Saltwater Edge Podcast - Educator and Innovator with Captain Mike Hogan

  Captain Mike has been designing, testing and tweaking a wide selection of soft plastics, jigs and offshore lures since...
The 3 best surf rods $300 and under

The 3 best surf rods $300 and under

In this article we are going to go over how to get the best bang for your hard earned buck...
How To Choose An Albie Outfit

How To Choose An Albie Outfit

Saltwater Edge Gear Review: Albie Outfits Fishing for false albacore and other hardtails is a unique and challenging type of fishing...
Saltwater Edge Podcast - Destinations: The East End with Captain Craig Cantelmo

Saltwater Edge Podcast - Destinations: The East End with Captain Craig Cantelmo

Mixing Business with Pleasure Captain Craig Cantelmo grew up on the East End of Long Island. He was introduced to...
Surfcasting for Largemouths

Surfcasting for Largemouths

If you’re a surf guy, flipping the calendar to March kind of feels like walking into a surprise party and...
Circle Hooks: Quit Yer Complaining!

Circle Hooks: Quit Yer Complaining!

Ever since the Circle Hook mandate was floated out by fisheries managers, all I’ve heard is people complaining about it....
Saltwater Edge Gear Review: FishLab Mack Attack Hard Swimbait

Saltwater Edge Gear Review: FishLab Mack Attack Hard Swimbait

Saltwater Edge Gear Review: FishLab Mack Attack Hard Swimbait The multi-segment swimbait has cemented itself into topwater culture, probably forever....
Gear Review: How to Select a Saltwater Fishing Line

Gear Review: How to Select a Saltwater Fishing Line

In this article we're going to cover the Pro's and Cons of 3 Different Lines: Nylon Monofilament Fluorocarbon Braided Lines...
How To Choose A Van Staal Reel

How To Choose A Van Staal Reel

A big question, which understandably comes up often for someone shopping for a Van Staal Reel is “what size reel should...