Sam Hudson

Orlando

Executive Editor at Salt Water Sportsman

Executive Editor at Firecrown

Executive Editor at Sport Fishing

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Articles

Best Pedal Fishing Kayaks

4 weeks ago | sportfishingmag.com | Sam Hudson

If you can ride a bike or e-bike, jump into a pedal kayak. The future of kayak-fishing is hands-free movement, with help from advanced pedal systems. Pictured, a striped bass. Courtesy Old Town In 1997, Hobie’s MirageDrive delivered a new way to kayak-fish by incorporating pedaling with the feet as a source of movement. The pedal-driven propulsion system was innovative, allowing anglers to put down the paddle in the kayak.
Fishing for the Everyman Grand Slam in Key West

1 month ago | saltwatersportsman.com | Sam Hudson

Retired news anchor and fly-fisherman Tom Brokaw once wrote: “Is it my imagination, or are almost all stories about fly-fishing told in hushed tones in pristine settings where man and trout are engaged in a solitary test of wits that, whatever the outcome, has a deeper meaning than mere fishing?”Pfft… I just wanted to catch some drag burners. In truth, landing a tarpon, bonefish and permit in a single day hadn’t crossed my mind as I hopped aboard Capt. Anthony Solmo’s 24-foot Yellowfin bay boat.
What Gamefish Do Sharks Eat?

2 months ago | sportfishingmag.com | Sam Hudson

Shark depredation can occur on the flats, all the way out to deep oceanic waters. A recent study looked at what Southeast U.S. offshore anglers were experiencing the last couple years. Courtesy Return ‘Em Right Sharks are a problem. At least that’s what many anglers point out when fishing for bottom fish in the Southeast. Scientists call it “shark depredation” — when your catch gets eaten before you can bring it to the boat.
How to Tie Leader to Braid

Nov 21, 2024 | saltwatersportsman.com | Sam Hudson

Braided line, sometimes called Spectra or polyethylene (PE) line, is not particularly easy to tie to leader material. Braided lines and fluorocarbon or monofilament leaders seldom play well together with conventional fishing knots designed for mono-to-mono connections. Braided line can slip out of inappropriate knots, at times, because of its small diameter and slick coating. Also, a bulky knot can get caught in the rod tip, leading to catastrophe.
Spotlight on Quantum

Aug 20, 2024 | saltwatersportsman.com | Sam Hudson

It only seemed fitting that Quantum, on its 40-year anniversary, came out of the gate with guns blazing. The rod and reel manufacturer redirected its focus in 2024 to saltwater anglers, with forward-looking plans for the next decade. Powered by a team of industry veterans, the company has new branding, products, and even a fresh headquarters in Stuart, Florida.
World-Class Sailfish Action in Guatemala

Aug 12, 2024 | saltwatersportsman.com | Sam Hudson

Driving past the man-made hills of granular coal, I recognized Puerto Quetzal was much more than a fishing port. The towering infrastructure, including cranes and conveyors, was hard to miss. That black gold was destined for the San Jose power plant farther north in Masagua, but I was headed for the nearby docks where battled-tested sportboats waited for us. The sailfish bite was too good to miss, and most captains wanted their bow headed for the horizon by 7.
Fun Fishing at the Historic Flamingo Lodge

May 2, 2024 | saltwatersportsman.com | Sam Hudson

Anglers now have a relaxing overnight spot to stay in the far south of the Everglades, where fresh water meets salt. Flamingo has always been an ideal launch point for flats and backcountry anglers destined to fish places such as East Cape, the productive flats and mangrove keys of Florida Bay, or backcountry waters. But there was a drawback—the day didn’t end after the fishing was over.
10 Best Tarpon Lures, Bait for Tarpon | Sport Fishing Mag

Mar 8, 2024 | sportfishingmag.com | Sam Hudson

Experts reveal their favorite tarpon lures and how to fish them for maximum action.
Offshore Jigging Tactics

Jan 29, 2024 | saltwatersportsman.com | Sam Hudson

Offshore jigging has really taken off in the past couple of years. Sure, some early adopters have been jigging with metals for decades, but it was never something utilized by the masses. That’s changed in a big way. Today, the vast majority of offshore boats—charter and private—have a number of jig rods rigged and ready. Plus, new styles of jigging are developing in real time.
Sweet Potato Eggplant Gravy Recipe

Nov 20, 2023 | floridasportsman.com | Sam Hudson

Print Recipe Yield: 3 cups gravy Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 1 hour Ingredients: ½ cup drippings from the Turducken, plus the reserved duck skin 4 cups peeled and chopped eggplants 1 ½ cups chopped onions 1 cup peeled and finely-chopped sweet potatoes 1 teaspoon minced garlic 3 bay leaves 1 ½ teaspoons salt 1 ½ teaspoons white pepper 1 ½ teaspoons cayenne 1 teaspoon dry mustard ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves 8 cups chicken stock, turkey stock or duck stock 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed 3...