Joe Albanese

2 weeks ago | wired2fish.com | Joe Albanese

In the past week, I have been cut off in traffic, honked at, about run over while doing 10 over the speed limit through Atlanta just trying to keep up and, specifically trying not to get run over. I’ve watched a half dozen cars rather obviously run red lights in my relatively small town of Auburn, Alabama. Worst of all, I got dog-cussed on the water. That was the one that hurt the worst, since the water is usually my sanctuary from all the madness of the world.

2 weeks ago | wired2fish.com | Joe Albanese

Wired2fish is proud to partner with Trika to give away one of their Ti Series spinning reels to three lucky readers. Each reel is constructed with a DLC-coated titanium shaft that provides an ultra-durable foundation while keeping weight down and offering a low-friction surface to spin around. An aluminum frame and CNC-machined spool also help keep weight down while providing a rigid chassis that allows for balanced performance.

3 weeks ago | wired2fish.com | Joe Albanese

Fishing is red hot for anglers in the Mountain State. On May 7, Jerry Porter of Harts, W.Va, broke the state record with an impressive black crappie he caught at East Lynn Lake in Wayne County. This is the fourth record to fall in West Virginia so far this year, and the season is just getting started. East Lynn Lake is a 1,005-acre reservoir on the East Fork of Twelvepole Creek, operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as part of a series of flood control projects for the Ohio River basin.

1 month ago | wired2fish.com | Joe Albanese

The best spincast reels are easy to use and durable. Unlike spinning reels or baitcasting reels that require a more delicate touch, a quick lesson is usually all that’s required to get a new angler catching fish on their own with a spincaster. Also known as “push button” or “closed face” reels, these have kick-started many an angler’s passion for fishing. But spincast reels aren’t just for beginners anymore.

1 month ago | wired2fish.com | Joe Albanese

I recently upgraded to the GoldenMate 12V Bluetooth Lithium Battery for my boat’s electronics, and I’ve been very impressed so far. This battery has an extended run time compared to the lead-acid battery it replaced — while being significantly lighter. It has run my fish finder, running lights, and livewell without hiccup. It’s also a bargain, at less than $300.