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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.Just an Average Fisherman Run after the dream of becoming more than just an average fisherman by: Johnny Wimberly (JED) Longtime FxR member and supporter Johnny "JED" Wimberly takes us through his journey over the past few years in re-discovering fishing and the bonds created on the water.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.Hiring a Fishing Guide A good guide can make all the difference on new water. by: Dan Swanson There are several reasons why hiring a guide can be a good decision for eager anglers. Dan discusses the benefits of doing just that, what to look for, how to tip, and how to make sure you've got everything covered for your guided fishing trip.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.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.Heavy Metal Late Season Spooning for Big Bass and Walleye by: Troy Coburn Troy explains why there is no bait that matches the jigging spoon's variety and success, describing various techniques and lures he uses to hook late season walleye and bass. The systems he utilizes will catch almost anything that swims and best of all, it’s cheap.Things that go Thump in the Night Fishing shorelines at night for Big Brown Trout by: Bernie Keefe Patience and a headlamp can boost your chances of landing a big brown this fall. Bernie Keefe describes his stealthy, shallow, and patient techniques for fall brown trout fishing at night.Fall Walleyes: All Your Questions Answered Building a pattern is critical this time of year. by: Nate Zelinsky With an abundance of food available to these predators in the fall, Nate and Stephanie describe the techniques and rigs they use to fool late season walleye. Crawler harnesses, cranks, spoons, and jigging spoons are all on the menu for mid-August through December.Tactical Topwaters Catching bass where the water meets the wind by: Chad LaChance Finally a no-nonsense guide to fishing for bass on the surface spring, summer, and fall. Chad discusses what to consider when choosing a topwater bait, and how and where to fish them.Full Moon Open 2007 All-night tourney lands dozens of boats, big fish and red eyes by: Matt Snider Centennial Bass Club's Full Moon Open held at Horsetooth Reservoir is one of the most anticipated events of the season. Under moonlight, competitors battle the sleepless conditions to bring in the largest 5 bass they can find.Walleye Techniques A jig is probably the simplest, deadliest technique in fishing... by: Nate Zelinsky Nate and Stephanie discuss specific techniques and equipment to make the most of jigging for summer walleyes.Tricks of Trolling Expand your reach and control your presentation by: Nate Zelinsky It is critical to be able to present any bait properly in any situation to catch mature fish. Nate and Stephanie Zelinsky discuss some of the trolling tricks up their sleeve to do so.Angling Knowledge Knowledge combined with experience helps decipher lakes and the fish in them by: Chad LaChance Whether you're an old pro or a beginner, knowing which knowledge to soak up and how to apply it will play a large role in your success. The road to enlightenment is paved with common knowledge, navigated with local knowledge, and traveled with application.Fall Tiger Hunting in Colorado Humility may be more important than patience in this sport. by: Matt Snider If pounding the water for eleven days with relentless casting only taking breaks to wolf down a PBJ and only to watch your lure come to the boat with nothing behind it nor on it sounds like fun to you, then you are a prime candidate for Colorado muskie hunting...