Ian Rubin

3 weeks ago | fishtalkmag.com | Ian Rubin

If two steamed crabs were placed in front of you, would you reach for the jumbo or the medium? Odds are you would choose the jumbo (unless you’re very, very odd), so much like the appeal of jumbo crabs, a largemouth bass of six or seven pounds would probably choose to exert the energy to eat an eight-inch stocked trout or gizzard shad over a two inch baby bluegill any day of the week.

Jul 16, 2024 | fishtalkmag.com | Ian Rubin

With so many companies building fishing reels, all of which have their own models, size charts, and fancy lingo for the newest and most hi-tech features, it’s no wonder why you could spend hours staring at the big glass display case in your favorite tackle store pondering. Before diving into what the best size and type of reel for your style of fishing is, let's cover the basic categories and dissect what the different specs mean.

Mar 24, 2024 | fishtalkmag.com | Ian Rubin

The fishing rod market can be quite overwhelming with the gazillions of brands, materials, models, and actions offered nowadays. Knowing where to begin can be difficult. So, let’s take a look at narrowing down your options through a detailed overview of the various categories of rods and what specific details to look for. Many factors such as rod length, action, and lure weight, are crucial to selecting the right tool for the job.

Mar 15, 2024 | fishtalkmag.com | Ian Rubin

Most often thought of as a tourist destination, most people are shocked to learn about the vast fishing opportunities presented in the waters of the District of Columbia. Fishing alongside the various monuments is about as close to urban fishing as one can get. However, there is no shortage of monster fish lurking around the Capital, from invasive jumbo blue catfish and snakeheads to stripers, smallmouth, and largemouth bass.

Dec 15, 2023 | fishtalkmag.com | Ian Rubin

Hauling your prized arsenal to a far-off fishing destination can be a confusing and stressful process, but with proper planning and precautions, you can spend the duration of the turbulence on the flight with the peace of mind that your fishing gear will arrive intact. The first step in planning out how to haul your precious cargo is assessing how gear-friendly your airline is, because some are better than others.