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Tackle Village
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Shawn Chapin

Shawn Chapin is an experienced fishing writer and guide based in Wisconsin, where he loves targeting muskie and a range of other species.

Tidewe Waders Review: Bargain Wading Gear

May 27, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

While Tidewe may be an unknown brand compared to other popular wader brands like Simms or Frog Toggs, they definitely fill a niche in the wader market, and to be … Read more

Ice Fishing Gear List: All The Tackle Needed

May 23, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

There’s nothing worse than forgetting something when you’re heading out to the lake for a day of ice fishing, and having the correct gear is equally as important. In this … Read more

The Best Ice Fishing Lakes in Wisconsin

May 20, 2022May 20, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

Wisconsin is one of the top places in the United States for fishing. With 15,000 lakes and 12,000 rivers and streams, the fishing opportunities really are endless. Nearly half of … Read more

How Long Should Leader Line Be?

May 10, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

Leaders are a critical component for many types of fishing, whether they are used for stealthy presentations, to protect the line from sharp teeth, or a combination of both. The … Read more

What is Considered a Trophy Bass? Largemouth and Smallmouth

April 29, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

Bass are one of the most popular, if not the most popular freshwater sportfish targeted by anglers in the United States. Every bass angler wants to hook into a trophy … Read more

How to Install a Fish Finder: Clear Instructions

April 27, 2022April 27, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

Installing a fish finder in your boat is a great way to increase your fishing effectiveness and they are great tools that will undoubtedly help you on the water, but … Read more

Trout Fishing Rigs: 10 Proven Set-Ups

April 25, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

Trout can be caught in many different ways, from spinners to crankbaits and live bait. Live bait is the most popular approach for many anglers, and in this post, we … Read more

Best Paint for Fishing Lures: Types and Brands Explained

April 20, 2022April 20, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

There are a couple of types of paint that can be used for painting fishing lures. Let’s take a look at the paint types and the methods used to create … Read more

Float Fishing for Steelhead: Tips and Gear Suggestions

April 19, 2022April 19, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

Float fishing for steelhead is one of the most popular ways to catch the species. On paper float fishing steelhead seems like a fairly straightforward process, but there are certain … Read more

What is Jigging? A Beginner’s Guide

April 17, 2022April 13, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

More fish have likely been caught by jigging than any other fishing presentation. Jigging has been used for thousands of years, and some of the oldest fishing lures discovered were … Read more

The Best Ice Fishing Cameras: Our Top 7 Picks

April 11, 2022April 11, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

Ice fishing cameras are a very popular tool used by ice anglers to find fish and promising fishing locations. In this post, we will take a look at the best … Read more

Spinning Reels with Trigger: 8 Top Underspin Reels Reviewed

April 4, 2022April 4, 2022 by Shawn Chapin

While not nearly as common as the open bail style of spinning reels, trigger spinning reels have a purpose and excel at certain types of fishing. Let’s take a look … Read more

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