Product Reviews/Write-Ups

BHO's expert staff and on-water pro-staff tell it like it is.

Spacious, Stable, Salty: Meet the Old Town Sportsman BigWater 132
“Big water” is perhaps a bit misleading for a boat which is just at home in small, marshy feeder creeks as it is exploring the inshore saltwater scene. However, the name is also not wrong- this boat can take on everything, from smaller lakes and ponds up to the biggest water you can find: the ocean. At just over 13 feet long and boasting an ultra-stable tri-hull design, this paddle kayak offers a whole lot of versatility, comfort, and stability, all at a price point around $1,500.
Old Town - A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO INSHORE KAYAK FISHING
I vividly remember my first time landing a saltwater fish from the kayak. It was an industrial creek in the Chesapeake Bay, a breezy autumn morning on a 9’ flat next to a channel edge, and the chunky striper smacked a 4” swimbait in a bunker color.
Old Town Topwater 106/120 PDL vs Old Town Sportsman 106/120 PDL
Same Award Winning Boat - Different Name. Although there seems to be some confusion regarding these high performance fishing machines make no mistake, they are the EXACT same boat with a re-branding under the new Sportman line. As Old Town...
Old Town Predator PDL vs Old Town Sportsman Big Water PDL
Same Award Winning Boat - Different Name. Although there seems to be some confusion regarding these 2 high performance fishing machines make no mistake, they are the EXACT same boat with a re-branding under the new Sportman line. As Old...
Tog Fish Like the Pros with @bignosebassin
Blackfish (aka Tautog), are one of the most sought after game fish in New England waters.
Slow Pitching the Japanese Way with @thebrooklynfisherman
Designed and perfected by the Japanese, slow pitch jigging has redefined bottom fishing.
An Albie setup... for under $400?!?!
False albacore can be one of the most frustrating fish to target in the northeast. At the same time, they can be one of the most rewarding as well. To land a little tunny, you will need a rod and reel combo that will not only hold up to these little speedsters but also cast far enough to reach them.