INTRODUCING A NEW FEATURED CONTRIBUTOR: JIM DAVIS - Mack's Pro-Staffer and Kayak Angling Expert Jim is an award-winning fisherman and highly experienced kayak angler. He founded the Tricity Kayak Anglers and Bait and Banter podcast and is a regular contributor to several outdoor publications. Jim shares tips...
By Pete Rosko Read Part 1 and Part 2From my previous articles on the invention of the Sonic Bait Fish, it is clear that this lure combines the best features of the Crippled Herring and Kandlefish. Like its predecessor lures, the Sonic Bait Fish has...
For those who want to keep their snelled hooks organized and tackle box clutter-free, like Bryan Mulligan, who sent us this impressive photo, you'll want to check out the Pip's Box and Leader Caddy. This innovative accessory allows you to easily store heftier...
Featured: Award-winnning Author Dennis Dauble On Episode 90 of the WAO Podcast pres. by Harrod Outdoors and Mack's Lure, our guest is Dennis Dauble who talks about his new book A Rustic Cabin. We talk about the journey to find a...
By Jason Brooks It is June, the month that marks the start of the ocean salmon season on the west coast. When anglers are focused on catching the mighty chinook, they often overlook the opportunity to put a few Pacific...
By Pete Rosko EPISODE #2 - Key Metal Jig Design Requirements to Effectively Catch Fish Anywhere in the World This is the continuation of my story leading up to the invention of the Sonic Baitfish lure. The road to creating...
By Bob SchmidtUnderstanding fish eyesight and behavior is not just a fascinating detour into marine biology; it is a strategic advantage for fishermen. Pro anglers and those who are consistently successful at putting fish in their boat know the science behind...
Learn why the Shuttle Hawk Downrigger Stacking System is a game changing tool for fishing multiple lines on a single downrigger. If you're targeting lakes in the summer and aiming for fish in deep-water catches, you'll need the right gear to...
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024 On Ep. 83 of the WAO Podcast pres. by Harrod Outdoors and Mack's Lure, our guests is Danilo Fernandez with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and we talk about the 2024 Trout Derby. Troy...
By Jason Brooks The Challenge is Reel but Worth the Effort! When it comes to kokanee fishing, most anglers who target the landlocked sockeye salmon hit the waters in mid-summer when kokanee are easier to find. Summer weather brings stable water temperatures and...
The True Story of how the Sonic BaitFish Came to Be By Capt. Pete Rosko This story will appear in three consecutive articles in the May, June, and July issues of the Mack Attack. Four things still stick in my...
By Jason Brooks Large lakes and reservoirs can be intimidating to anglers. Some of the largest bodies of freshwater are more like mini oceans, which means some of the tactics and techniques anglers use out on the open seas can...
