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Tips
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Berkley Trilene Big Game Is the Mono We Trust for Catfish Leaders
The last few feet of line do a lot of heavy lifting. Here is why Berkley Trilene Big Game monofilament is our catfish leader and how we build one.
Fishing With Your Dog: How to Keep Your Buddy Safe on the Bank and the Boat
How to keep your dog safe fishing from the bank or the boat, and why every dog on the water needs a life jacket. Tips from 319 Bait in St. Charles, Mo.
Fall Fishing With the Family Around St. Louis
Tips for a fun fall fishing trip with kids and family around St. Louis and St. Charles, from picking a spot to packing snacks and bait.
Fall Catfishing in St. Louis: How the Big Cool Down Changes the Bite
From 100 degrees to highs near 70: how cooler fall weather changes the catfish bite on the Missouri and Mississippi rivers around St. Louis.
How to Keep Shad Fresh All Day and Rig It for Catfish
Keep fresh dead shad firm and full of scent all day, then cut and rig it for catfish. Practical tips from 319 Bait, mobile bait delivery in St. Charles, Mo.
Skipjack, Mooneye or Shad? Picking the Right Catfish Bait for Missouri Rivers
Which catfish bait works best on the Missouri and Mississippi rivers? A St. Charles bait dealer compares skipjack, mooneye and gizzard shad for catfish.
Power Pro Super Slick V2 Is the 30-Pound Braid on Our River Rods
Low stretch, thin diameter and real feel in heavy current. Here is why Power Pro Super Slick V2 in 30-pound test is spooled on our catfish reels.
Where to Catch Catfish From the Bank Around St. Louis and St. Charles
Public spots to catch catfish from the bank on the Missouri and Mississippi rivers near St. Louis and St. Charles, plus fresh bait delivered to the ramp.
Why We Tie On Mustad Demon Circle Hooks for Big River Catfish
Circle hooks do the work for you. Here is why the Mustad Demon Perfect Circle is the first hook we grab for big blue catfish on the Mississippi and Missouri rivers.
The Difference Between Blue Catfish and Channel Catfish for Beginners
When in doubt, check the tail and count the rays to spot whether your catch is a channel catfish or blue catfish!
My Main Tackle Box: Flambeau Outdoors T4 Pro Multiloader (Review)
When it comes to keeping my fishing gear organized and in top-notch condition, my go-to is the Flambeau Outdoors T4 Pro Tackle Box.
Fresh Bait Is Better Than Frozen: Why I Choose Fresh Dead Shad for Catfishing
Fresh dead shad outperforms frozen bait for catfishing with its superior scent, texture, and appeal to catfish.