Sam Hudson

Dec 18, 2024 | sportfishingmag.com | Sam Hudson

Having been lucky enough to fish from most brands of fishing kayaks in the last decade, I can easily say the unstoppable trend of pedal and electric-motor power is here to stay. But it’s a huge jump to plunge into pedal drives, electric motors and electronics if you’re just getting started. For a non-kayaker, often a sit-inside model with a plain-old seat and heavy paddle is what comes to mind. That’s like thinking a Motorola flip phone is as far as cell phones have progressed.

Nov 2, 2024 | dailymail.co.uk | Isaac Crowson |Sam Hudson

The Metropolitan Police have refused to arrest a protestor carrying a sign glorifying former terrorist and Hamas leader, Yahya Sinwar. The female protestor was pulled aside by the entrance to Vauxhall Bridge, after she was spotted carrying a piece of wood with the words 'Sinwar Stick' written on one side and 'Spirit of Resistance' on the other. She was one of thousands attending the demo. The officer claimed that an allegation of inciting hatred had been made by a member of the public against her.

Oct 28, 2024 | sportfishingmag.com | Sam Hudson

Sometimes the strangest-looking baits, like this Berkley Gulp! Mantis Shrimp, draw that elusive strike. Don’t be afraid to cast unconventional soft plastics to predators such as snook. Jason Arnold / jasonarnoldphoto.com Time to break those old habits. I’ll be the first one to admit I have some when it comes to fishing with soft baits. Often those habits take shape after successful trips.

Sep 26, 2024 | sportfishingmag.com | Sam Hudson

Today’s kayaks, such as this Old Town Sportsman BigWater, can hold position in current near inlets. That ability allows anglers to stand up and fish. Courtesy Old Town Sunup at Ferry Beach, near Scarborough, Maine, had us excited to catch striped bass. The Scarborough, Nonesuch and Libby rivers dump into the Gulf of Maine, and that’s where we wanted to be as the sun popped above the horizon.

Sep 17, 2024 | sportfishingmag.com | Sam Hudson

Adult redfish require tactics different from those used on puppy drum, as well as targeting deeper waters. Doug Olander / sportfishingmag.com Leave the micro-skiff at home and keep the light-tackle outfits in the garage. If you want to catch bull redfish, think deep water and make sure to bring out the big guns. The differences between adult and puppy red drum are so vast, you might as well treat the two like different animals. You’ll need to if you want to catch bull reds.