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The Line on Lines
Line selection for really successful anglers has morphed beyond a mere detail to a fundamental aspect of fishing
by: Chad LaChance
Line selection for really successful anglers has morphed beyond a mere detail to a fundamental aspect of fishing. Chad discusses the details of a large assortment of lines in this article, as well as their impact on your fishing presentations.
Evolution Two: Getting off the Bank
Part two of becoming a Bass Pro
by: Chad LaChance
In part one of this 3-part series, Chad discussed bank fishing with simple tackle. Moving on up, in part 2 he gets into small boats and more advanced tools and techniques.
Carp on the Fly Part 2
Cloopers, Mudders, and Rooters!
by: Barry Reynolds
In part two of this fly fishing for carp series, Barry goes into detail discussing some of the easier carp to approach - mudding and rooting fish. Also included: matching the seed hatch for surface cloopers!
Evolution of a Bass Angler: Getting Started
The essentials for bassin' big-time
by: Chad LaChance
Whether or not you aspire to become a bass pro, there is a certain process, or evolution of sorts, that takes place once you take up bass fishing...and Chad walks you through it in this first of a three-part series.
Chasing Master Anglers
Digging into Master Angler Data
by: David Coulson
The CDOW Master Angler program is a neat way to be rewarded for catching big fish. Dave takes it a step further in this article, presenting data from historic Awards to illustrate interesting and helpful tidbits about Colorado's biggest fish catches.
Diary of a Professional Walleye Tournament Angler
On the road and water with a Professional Walleye Tournament Angler
by: Dan Swanson
In this article, Dan takes you through the ups and downs of fishing a PWT tournament including actual experiences , pertinent thoughts, mistakes, and everything in between from start to finish.
Crankin' Early Springtime Bass
Try throwing that crankbait this spring - you may be the only one doing it
by: Troy Coburn
Springtime brings people out of the woodwork to shake off their cabin fever. Troy discusses in this article how to present crankbaits to early season bass for success.
Carp on the Fly
Carp on the fly: presentation, presentation, presentation...
by: Barry Reynolds
Fly fishing for carp is more than a physical game, it is largely a mind numbing puzzle. Barry Reynolds, one of the leading advocates of this endeavor presents some of the most essential elements of turning your biglip quest into a forearm straining success.
Crankbait Trolling 101
An effective way to catch every species of game fish in Colorado
by: Dan Swanson
Trolling is more than just throwing some lines out and putting the boat into gear. Dan steps through the crankbait types, equipment, and methods for successful trolling.
Fly Fishing for Catfish
Understanding our Quarry
by: David Coulson
A must-read article for all catfish anglers, Dave discusses everything from common catfish misconceptions to the flies he uses to catch them. If you ever fish for cats, or are a fly fisherman looking for a unique new challenge, grab a drink and settle in for a great read...
Spring Walleye
Pre and post-spawn Colorado walleye fishing
by: Nate Zelinsky
When it comes to walleye in the spring, there are three stages pre-spawn, spawn and post-spawn movements. Nate and Stephanie discuss techniques to catch spring walleye in Colorado.
Boyd Reservoir from a Fly Fisher's Perspective
Fly Fishing Boyd Lake
by: David Coulson
If you plan to ever fish Boyd Lake in Loveland, you will not want to miss Dave's in-depth take the lake. Geared from a fly-fishers perspective, the article details 14 hot spots in writing, pinpointed on the map.

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Articles by Category

The Line on Lines by Chad LaChance
Evolution Two: Getting off the Bank by Chad LaChance
Just an Average Fisherman by Johnny Wimberly (JED)
Evolution of a Bass Angler: Getting Started by Chad LaChance
Chasing Master Anglers by David Coulson
Hiring a Fishing Guide by Dan Swanson
Diary of a Professional Walleye Tournament Angler by Dan Swanson
Crankin' Early Springtime Bass by Troy Coburn
Spring Walleye by Nate Zelinsky
Boyd Reservoir from a Fly Fisher's Perspective by David Coulson
Heavy Metal by Troy Coburn
Things that go Thump in the Night by Bernie Keefe
Fall Walleyes: All Your Questions Answered by Nate Zelinsky
Tactical Topwaters by Chad LaChance
Full Moon Open 2007 by Matt Snider
Walleye Techniques by Nate Zelinsky
Tricks of Trolling by Nate Zelinsky
Angling Knowledge by Chad LaChance
Fall Tiger Hunting in Colorado by Matt Snider
The Line on Lines by Chad LaChance
Stocking Gets Fishy by Joe Lewandowski (CDOW)
Evolution Two: Getting off the Bank by Chad LaChance
Just an Average Fisherman by Johnny Wimberly (JED)
Carp on the Fly Part 2 by Barry Reynolds
Evolution of a Bass Angler: Getting Started by Chad LaChance
Chasing Master Anglers by David Coulson
Diary of a Professional Walleye Tournament Angler by Dan Swanson
Crankin' Early Springtime Bass by Troy Coburn
Fly Fishing for Catfish by David Coulson
Spring Walleye by Nate Zelinsky
A Case for Carp by Andrew Spinato and Mark Kyner
Boyd Reservoir from a Fly Fisher's Perspective by David Coulson
Ice Fishing with Floats by Nate Zelinsky
Heavy Metal by Troy Coburn
Fall Wiper on the Fly by Matt Snider
Things that go Thump in the Night by Bernie Keefe
Fall Walleyes: All Your Questions Answered by Nate Zelinsky
Getting started Fly Fishing Warm Water by David Coulson
Tactical Topwaters by Chad LaChance
Full Moon Open 2007 by Matt Snider
Walleye Techniques by Nate Zelinsky
Moody Muddy Carp by Matt Snider
The Wiper Fly Fishing Experience, Part 2 by Matt Snider
The Wiper Fly Fishing Experience, Part 1 by Matt Snider
Tricks of Trolling by Nate Zelinsky
Angling Knowledge by Chad LaChance
Macks Back on Track by Dennis McKinney
The Will to Win by Chad LaChance
Kokanee Run For Fun by Dennis McKinney
Wiper Watch by Dennis McKinney
Fall Tiger Hunting in Colorado by Matt Snider
One Fine Day on Big Creek Lake by Brian Ashe
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