TIGHT LINES AND BENT RODS

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Tight Lines & Bent Rods

About Us

Captain Ed Crocker is a seasoned fisherman with decades of experience spanning the waters from Florida to Alaska. Raised on the lakes and rivers of Arkansas, Tennessee, and Florida, Ed’s passion for fishing began in childhood and evolved into a lifelong pursuit. His expertise was honed through years of work on private charter, commercial fishing boats and tournament bass fishing, which gave him a comprehensive understanding of recreational and professional fishing techniques. Now, Ed is dedicated to sharing his wealth of knowledge to help anglers of all levels improve their skills and enjoy the art of fishing. Through his writing, he aims to pass on practical tips, insider secrets, and a deep appreciation for the sport he loves.

Our Mission

Information, Product Reviews, LOL, and more

Our goal here is to entertain, educate, and provide you with the information needed to make informed decisions on all of your tackle, baits, line choices, when and where to fish, and how to do it to catch your personal best BASS. And don’t forget to post your catches on our bragging boards. Thank you for joining us and we hope you continue to visit for weekly updates.

Featured Articles

Here you will find information on Rod’s, Reel’s, lures, tactics, seasonal information and more. Take a look and come back often for weekly updates.

Rods Reels and Tackle

Seasonal Patterns and Tactics

Tips and Techniques

Stories from around the lake

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Products we recommend

Here is a list of our unbiased favorites and products known to produce. Check out the links provided for the best deals available on your next purchase.

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Rods and Reels

Shimano, Diawa, St. Croix, G Loomis, Shakespeare, Lews and many more. From budget to break the bank. Check out the best rated fishing rods in the industry here.

Baits & Tackle

Soft plastics, Crank baits, chatterbaits, glide baits and more. Find the most popular brands and models here along with a few you may have never seen before. We encourage you to try Some of the Custom lures listed.

Fishing Accessories