Mike Murciano

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THIS IS ROD BUILDING: EPISODE #2 / FEATHER WEIGHT ROD

How much do you really know about your rods, how they’re built, and their components? Like most of us probably not so much, but as one of the crucial elements in fishing, there’s more there than we probably realize. The intricacies in a rod can …

Beaking News St. Croix Rods

Beaking News St. Croix Rods

ST. CROIX RODS: NEW SALTWATER LINE: RIFT SALT

Thin, Light and Huge on Power. Available right now, 28 all-new St. Croix Rift Salt and Rift Jig models elevate nearshore fishing experiences. Whether popping or cranking for roaming pelagics or working schools vertically, presenting big hardware for powerful saltwater behemoths is hard work. Angling …

Breaking News: IGFA Roosterfish Research Program

Breaking News: IGFA Roosterfish Research Program

Conservation Fishing News

IGFA LAUNCHES ROOSTERFISH RESEARCH PROGRAM

The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) recently announced a new research program for roosterfish that will take place throughout the Pacific coast of Mexico and Central America. The goal of the new initiative is to determine the population structure of roosterfish throughout their range through …

Fishing Reports: Costa Rica Bluefin

Fishing Reports: Costa Rica Bluefin

Fishing Destinations Fishing Reports Inshore Fishing Offshore Fishing

CROCODILE BAY FISHING, COSTA RICA: FISHING REPORT JULY/ AUG

At Crocodile Bay Resort we look to bring monthly reports to the BD Outdoors community. We’ll keep you up-to-date on the latest from our fishery from species, techniques, and more. Feel free to contact us at any point for additional information. KEY SPECIES RIGHT NOW: …

AFTCO: Built on Passion The Trosset Family Legacy

AFTCO: Built on Passion The Trosset Family Legacy

Conservation Fishing Fishing News

NEW FILM RELEASE: BUILT ON PASSION

“Few brands walk the walk and talk the talk like Aftco, I’ve always been impressed with the quality of their products and equally taken aback with what their brand stands behind. They’re a true steward of our industry and this film speaks volumes about that …

PACIFIC HALIBUT CLOSURE

PACIFIC HALIBUT CLOSURE

Conservation Fishing News

RECREATIONAL PACIFIC HALIBUT FISHERY TO CLOSE ON AUGUST 7.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has announced the recreational Pacific halibut fishery will close Sunday, Aug. 7 at 11:59 p.m. Based on the latest catch projections, CDFW expects the 2022 California recreational quota of 38,740 net pounds will be exceeded unless the …

Breaking News: Suzuki Marine USA

Breaking News: Suzuki Marine USA

Boat Motors Fishing News

SUZUKI MARINE USA LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

New Site Carries on Global Suzuki Look While Delivering Easier Navigation, New Information for Boaters Suzuki Marine USA, LLC has launched a new website designed to provide boaters with easier navigation, an informative and enjoyable online experience, and all the details they could ever need …

Fishing News Offshore Fishing

FONMAR’S FISHING IN LA PAZ DRAWS 137 TEAMS

Earlier this month, on July 9 and 10, Baja Sur’s Trust “Fund for the Protection of Marine Resources” (FONMAR) and the H. XVII City Council of La Paz organized and sponsored a sportfishing tournament, “Fishing in La Paz,” targeting the catching of dorado, and the hook and release …

Breaking News: Ali Hussainy Podcast

Breaking News: Ali Hussainy Podcast

CCA CAL PODCAST & DOCK TALK PODCAST FEATURING ALI HUSSAINY

Our very own Ali Hussainy, Co-Founder of BD Outdoors and Co-Host of Local Knowledge found time in his busy schedule to squeeze in some time to connect with Chris Arechaederra, Assistant Director for CCA. Check out all they catch up on the CCA Podcast and …

Breaking News: Sport Groundfish

Breaking News: Sport Groundfish

Conservation Fishing News

Big Changes to Sport Groundfish Regulations Coming in 2023

Significant changes to California’s groundfish sport fishing regulations are expected starting next year, in response to recent scientific information suggesting some nearshore groundfish species are in decline. To reduce pressure on these stocks, fishing seasons will be shorter in nearshore waters, but new opportunities in deeper …

Breaking News: Shimano spinning reel

Breaking News: Shimano spinning reel

Fishing News Offshore Fishing

SHIMANO UNVEILS NEW SARAGOSA BFC SPINNING REEL

Shimano’s Billfish Concept Spinning Reel Blends Precision Engineering with Enduring Craftsmanship Every inch counts when a billfish is within reach, and the all-new Saragosa SW BFC provides the competitive advantage elite anglers need to close the gap when a tournament check or world record is …

Breaking News: Roosterfish Research Program

Breaking News: Roosterfish Research Program

INTERNATIONAL GAMEFISH ASSOCIATION ROOSTERFISH RESEARCH PROGRAM

The new IGFA Roosterfish Research Program is a two-year project that examines the population structure and connectivity of roosterfish populations along the Pacific coast of Mexico and Central America. Despite being one of the most prominent inshore game fish species in the world, very little is known …

Breaking News: Hobie Monarch Float Sunglasses

Breaking News: Hobie Monarch Float Sunglasses

See More Fish, Look Real Sharp in Hobie Monarch Float Sunglasses

The many features of Hobie Eyewear’s NEW polarized Monarch Float add up to better scores and a casual dockside appeal at a very catchy price. They slice through glare so you can peer deep into the water, sport Removeable Side Shields and an Adjustable Neoprene …

Breaking News: IGFA Children Fishing

Breaking News: IGFA Children Fishing

IGFA Surpasses Goal to Teach 100,000 Children to Fish

Global youth angling education initiative launched in 2019 recently completed DANIA BEACH, FL – July 18, 2022 – The International Game Fish Association (IGFA), is excited to announce that the organization has recently met and surpassed its goal of teaching 100,000 children around the world to fish. This global …

Mercury outboards

Mercury outboards

Boat Motors Fishing Fishing News

MEET THE NEW 25 & 30HP OUTBOARDS FROM MERCURY MARINE

One of the great joys of boating is that the size of your on-water adventures does not depend directly on the size of your boat or engine. Even in a small boat, there are incredible opportunities to explore and enjoy the freedom that the water brings. …

Breaking News: Free Swimmer Spinning Reel from Daiwa

Breaking News: Free Swimmer Spinning Reel from Daiwa

Fishing News Fishing Reels

THE NEW FREE SWIMMER SPINNING REEL FROM DAIWA

Our West Coast fishery is highly a bait fishery and a live lining one at that, and things just got a lot easier thanks to the folks at Daiwa. The release of their new spinning reel the FREE SWIMMER is a perfect complement to our …

Breaking News: Penn Saltwater Spinning Reels

Breaking News: Penn Saltwater Spinning Reels

THE NEW KING OF SALTWATER SPINNING REELS THE PENN AUTHORITY

There was a time when a West Coast angler wouldn’t even consider the possibility of using a spinning reel unless it was to chase around spotted bay bass off the local dock. Conventional reels provided an unmatched performance with castability and fish-stopping heavy drags in …

Breaking News: Costa Film Hooked On Bluefin

Breaking News: Costa Film Hooked On Bluefin

Fishing Fishing News Offshore Fishing

Hooked on Bluefin: COSTA FILMS

If you’re like us at the BD Outdoors office you get pretty fired up on good fishing content. This one hits a little closer to home with us being huge Bluefin Tuna aficionados. The team at COSTA put together a truly inspirational film with some …

The Crowned Islands A Look at the Coronado Islands Presented by Rapala

The Crowned Islands A Look at the Coronado Islands Presented by Rapala

BD Stories Fishing

The Crowned Islands, a look at the Coronado Islands

A look at the Coronado Islands presented by Rapala.

SPJ Brought to you by Shimano

SPJ Brought to you by Shimano

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Slow Pitch Jigging: Tutorial with Benny Ortiz

We strongly believe in the age-old saying “monkey see, monkey do”, sure we can read all the articles on slow pitch jigging until you’re blue in the face but what better way to get versed than a tutorial from the expert himself, Benny Ortiz. We …

Breaking News: The Cyr Brothers Costa Film

Breaking News: The Cyr Brothers Costa Film

Fishing News Inshore Fishing

On Flats & Family: The Cyr Brothers | COSTA FILMS

In recent years we’ve seen the level of capturing the act of fishing skyrocket. No longer are these clips of fishing adventures, we are being presented with beautiful artistry telling the stories of our culture. One of the brands pushing the envelope on this kind …

Breaking News: Costa Sunglasses Spring Collection

Breaking News: Costa Sunglasses Spring Collection

Costa grows spring collection new lifestyle

Salina and Paunch are built for life on and off the water DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 12, 2022) – Costa Sunglasses, manufacturer of the first color-enhancing all-polarized glass sunglass lens, welcomes two new lifestyle frames to its spring 2022 collection – Salina and Paunch. Inspired …

Breaking News: Dakine Fishing Gear Storage

Breaking News: Dakine Fishing Gear Storage

Fishing Fishing News

Dakine Introduces Dakine Fish with Premium Fishing Gear Storage and Accessories

The newly-relaunched fish category includes new products to protect gear, anglers, and fresh catches ahead of summer 2022 LOS ANGELES (April 2022) — Dakine, the trusted name in purpose-built gear for outdoor adventure, today announces the relaunch of its fishing category, Dakine Fish, which includes …

Breaking News: One Water Costa Film

Breaking News: One Water Costa Film

One Water: Costa celebrates Earth Day with new film

As anglers, I tend to think we are somewhat selfish in our pursuit as well as probably pretty hypocritical. We have all this gear made of plastic and we pursue our game sometimes in complete ignorance of our footprint. In all honesty, I don’t always …

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