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Lenny Rudow

Lenny Rudow …has been a writer and editor in the marine field for over two decades, and has authored seven books. He is currently the Angler in Chief at Rudow's FishTalk Magazine, is Electronics and Fishing Editor for BoatUS Magazine, and is a contributing editor to several other publications. His writing has resulted in 45 BWI writing contest and two OWAA Excellence in Craft awards. Volunteer positions have included NMMA Innovations Award judging, serving as president of Boating Writers International, and serving as the president of the Maryland Freshwater Foundation. Rudow is an alumnus of St. Mary’s College of Maryland, Westlawn Institute of Marine Technology, and The Sea School. He boats and fishes as often as possible on the Chesapeake Bay and in the Atlantic Ocean.
Articles: 180

Lenny Rudow Articles

Bay SlayFishing

BAY SLAY: Chesapeake Bay, MD

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onDec 15, 2021 at 5:51 PM
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The Chesapeake Bay is uber famous for its fishing capabilities.  It’s sitting in a transitional zone between the Southern and Northern eastern seaboard states.  Due to its location, it enjoys a lot of overlapping fisheries.  Due to the vast array of species, Lenny Rudow focuses …

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How Do You Gulp!? Lenny Rudow
How Do You Gulp!? Lenny Rudow
Fishing How-to VideosFishing LuresHow Do You Gulp!?Video

How Do You Gulp!? – Lenny Rudow

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onOct 6, 2021 at 12:29 PM
  • 0 Comments
Lenny Rudow, BD Contributor & striped bass fishing fanatic shows us how he Gulps! “The 5″ Jerk Shad! I love these things when the stripers get finicky. When they only give you a fraction of a second to set the hook, they like to spit …

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tuna chunking
tuna chunking
How To FishOn The Line

Fluorocarbon Leaders For Yellowfin – The Eyes Have It

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onJun 11, 2021 at 3:49 AM
  • 3 Comments
Everyone knows that choosing the best leader and rigging it properly is an important component to success, especially in clear-water environments. But when you’re talking about yellowfin tuna in offshore territory, using the right leader becomes utterly critical — particularly when the fish are taking …

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used boat tips
used boat tips
Boating TipsSeason Ready

How To Buy A Used Fishing Boat

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onApr 27, 2021 at 7:45 AM
  • 0 Comments
Boat buying tips for used fishing boats that will help you sort the wheat from the chaff.  How to buy a used fishing boat is a topic that gets raised often among anglers, and it’s no wonder: making a major financial purchase on a used …

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Boat AccessoriesBoating SafetyFishing GearMarine ElectronicsSeason Ready

Boating & Fishing Tech In 2021

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onApr 19, 2021 at 7:48 AM
  • 0 Comments
You want to head for the hotspots armed with the latest and greatest boating tech? Of course you do. We anglers take out mission seriously and we’ll utilize every advantage at our disposal to get out there faster and safer, then catch more, bigger fish …

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Season Ready

How To Flush Your Outboard Engine

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onApr 6, 2021 at 8:39 AM
  • 0 Comments
Fishing in saltwater is a blast, but the harsh elements can destroy your outboard if you don’t flush afterward. Most of us take good care of our marine equipment. We wash and wax our boats and outboards, change the oil and oil filter regularly, and …

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Boat Reviews

Triton 260 LTS Pro – Get Aggressive

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onSep 23, 2020 at 6:58 AM
  • 0 Comments
If you’re ready to go on the inshore attack, the 2020 Triton 260 LTS Pro will get you pumped and primed and Lenny Rudow offers a look at the boat and its options.
Boating Tips

High-Speed Boat Handling Tips

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onSep 8, 2020 at 8:44 AM
  • 0 Comments
Does your boat break 50 mph? More importantly, how good are you at handling it while running at such speeds?  Here are some tips to keep it safe! Once upon a time, center console fishing boats cruised in the 20- to 30-mph range and rarely …

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Marine Electronics

Five Marine Electronics Disasters – Don’t Do This!

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onAug 31, 2020 at 7:34 AM
  • 0 Comments
Lenny Rudow has some great advice to help you keep a firm grip on your wallet by making sure you don’t engage in any of these marine electronic errors.
Boat Reviews

Pursuit S378 Boat Review – Cushy Factor

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onAug 25, 2020 at 8:43 AM
  • 0 Comments
Do you want a fishing boat that envelopes you in comfort? Welcome to the Pursuit S378 and check out Lenny Rudow's rundown on it.
Boat Accessories

Interceptors – What Are They & Do I Need Them?

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onAug 13, 2020 at 6:53 AM
  • 0 Comments
Lenny Rudow offers an explanation of traditional trim tabs and the new benefits of interceptors. Learn how they work and why you might want some.
Boat Reviews

Tracker Bass Tracker Classic XL – Get Back To Your Roots

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onJul 10, 2020 at 6:33 AM
  • 0 Comments
Tracker has revived a theme many builders lost sight of long ago: simple and inexpensive works when it comes to small fishing boats.
Boat Accessories

Fishing Boat Stereos – What You Need To Know

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onJul 1, 2020 at 7:23 AM
  • 0 Comments
If your fishboat is equipped with a stereo there’s a good chance the tunes sound sub-par as you cruise to the hotspots. Here’s why, and how you can fix it.
Next Level

Marine Electronics Tips – In Tech We Trust, And Verify

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onJun 25, 2020 at 7:02 AM
  • 0 Comments
Many of us have become used to depending 100-percent on our electronics for navigation, but as you trust that little magic box of intel to get you home, there are a few details you should remember.
Boating

Self-Driving Boats – Future Perfect?

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onJun 24, 2020 at 6:44 AM
  • 0 Comments
We’ve all heard of self-driving cars, but could there be self-driving boats in our future, too? Lenny Rudow offers a glance into the future of automated boating.
Boat Reviews

Trophy T22CC – Run For The Money

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onJun 2, 2020 at 7:48 AM
  • 0 Comments
The all-new 2020 Trophy T22CC lowers the bar for affordability while raising the bar for Bayliner.
Boat Reviews

Carolina Skiff JLS 162, 178, & 198 – Slick Set Of Skiffs

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onMay 26, 2020 at 7:54 AM
  • 0 Comments
Carolina Skiffs have always been well known for their ruggedness, simplicity, and reliability. Now, the JLS series gives these skiffs a new twist.
Fishing Gear

2020 Fishing Tech To Improve Your Game

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onMay 8, 2020 at 7:25 AM
  • 0 Comments
What’s new in the world of fishing boats and gear for 2020?  Will all these techno-gadgets really help you catch more fish?
Boating

What’s Resin Infusion? (And Why Should I Care)

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onMay 6, 2020 at 7:49 AM
  • 0 Comments
Many boatbuilders bandy this term about when promoting their boats, but exactly what is resin infusion, and should it mean to me anyway? Lenny Rudow explains the process.
Boat Accessories

Trolling Motors On Big Boats – Does This Really Work?

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onApr 30, 2020 at 6:18 AM
  • 0 Comments
We’re seeing trolling motors mounted on larger and larger boats, but is it really a smart move to put an electric on the bow of a 30-footer?
Season Ready

Eight Survival Techniques Boaters Need To Know

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onApr 10, 2020 at 9:40 AM
  • 0 Comments
If an emergency occurs while you’re out on your boat, will you be prepared to handle it? Even if you have all the right safety equipment aboard, every time you launch a boat there’s a certain amount of risk involved. It’s actually pretty low – …

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Season Ready

Seven Boat Maintenance Tips You Need To Know

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onApr 9, 2020 at 6:55 AM
  • 0 Comments
Use these boat maintenance tips, and your fishing machine will look and run like new. When it comes to our fishing boats, we take immeasurable steps to fight saltwater corrosion, mitigate UV radiation, and wage war against regular old wear and tear. For many of …

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Suzuki Outboards
Suzuki Outboards
Season Ready

Five Stupid Ways To Kill An Outboard

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onApr 8, 2020 at 5:36 AM
  • 0 Comments
If you want your outboard to run, don’t do this! Lenny Rudow offers up a list of outboard engine maintenance tips that will keep your boat motor running longer.
Season Ready

How To Polish Your Boat To Shine Like A Perfect 10

  • Lenny Rudow
  • Posted onApr 8, 2020 at 5:32 AM
  • 0 Comments
Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who’s gel coat gleams brightest of them all? Fishing boats aren’t just a mere form of on-the-water transportation, they’re also a symbol of your virtuous work ethic, socio-economic achievement, and success at living the American dream (start humming the National Anthem, …

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