This week Rick and the guys take a look back at 2023 and share new gear we thought was worth the hype last year. Let's discuss! Do you have a question about fishing in your area? Email rick@floridasportsman.com and we'll answer your questions on the air. Outline of Episode 225 [2:01] Northeast Report [7:50] East Central Report [13:27] Southeast Report [17:52] Keys Report [24:36] Southwest Report [29:42] West Central Report [36:55] Big Bend Report [42:05] Northwest Report [48:19] Florida Wrap-Up A BIG thanks to each of our sponsors, without whom we would not be able to bring you these reports each week Yamaha Outboards • Shimano Fishing • D.O.A. Lures • Tournament Master Chum • Fishing Nosara / Nosara Paradise Rentals • Young Boats  • Academy Sports + Outdoors • Ocean Waves Sunglasses

The Best New Gear that Dropped in 2023

Tune in every week as host Capt. Rick Ryals checks in with regional angler experts to get their take on what's biting now and what you should planning for. He also shares helpful intel to help you get the most of your day on the water.

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Mangrove snapper, redfish and snook steal the show on the fishing scene, while flounder wiggle their way into the conversation when the guys are posed with a controversial question. Let's discuss! Do you have a question about fishing in your area? Email rick@floridasportsman.com and we'll answer your questions on the air. Outline of Episode 245 [1:52] Tropics Report [4:15] Northeast Report [7:45] East Central Report [12:33] Southeast Report [17:18] South Report [22:12] 10,000 Islands Report [27:26] Southwest Report [31:49] West Central Report [39:03] Big Bend Report [47:53] Florida Wrap-Up A BIG thanks to each of our sponsors, without whom we would not be able to bring you these reports each week Yamaha Outboards • Shimano Fishing • Tournament Master Chum • D.O.A. Lures • Fishing Nosara / Nosara Paradise Rentals • Young Boats

Are Summer Patterns Starting Already?!

Fishing regulations are a fickle thing. We believe some too strict, and some are too lax, which can cause ripple effects down the road. Are any of our fisheries in danger of collapse? Let's discuss! Do you have a question about fishing in your area? Email rick@floridasportsman.com and we'll answer your questions on the air. Outline of Episode 244 [2:08] Special Guest Doc Kellogg [8:21] Tropics Report [13:55] South Report [22:51] Keys Report [26:48] 10,000 Islands Report [32:59] Southwest Report [36:08] West Central Report [42:52] Big Bend Report [46:55] Florida Wrap-Up A BIG thanks to each of our sponsors, without whom we would not be able to bring you these reports each week Yamaha Outboards • Shimano Fishing • D.O.A. Lures • Tournament Master Chum • Fishing Nosara / Nosara Paradise Rentals • Young Boats

Are Our Fisheries in Danger?

Sometimes you see something that just makes you shake your head... and sometimes you're the one on the receiving end of the head shake. Are you guilty of committing any of these fishing faux pas? Let's discuss! Do you have a question about fishing in your area? Email rick@floridasportsman.com and we'll answer your questions on the air. Outline of Episode 243 [1:42] Northeast Report [9:18] East Central Report [15:45] Southeast Report [17:59] South Report [23:49] Keys Report [25:55] Southwest Report [30:06] West Central Report [35:30] Big Bend Report [43:36] Northwest Report [46:51] Florida Wrap-Up A BIG thanks to each of our sponsors, without whom we would not be able to bring you these reports each week Yamaha Outboards • Shimano Fishing • Tournament Master Chum • Fishing Nosara / Nosara Paradise Rentals • Young Boats  • Ocean Waves Sunglasses

Fishing Faux Pas: Cringeworthy Habits You're Being Silently Judged Over

New boat, who dis? Shopping for a used vessel? Here's the most important things you need to know before beginning your search. Let's discuss! Do you have a question about fishing in your area? Email  rick@floridasportsman.com and we'll answer your questions on the air.  A BIG thanks to each of our sponsors, without whom we would not be able to bring you these reports each week   Yamaha Outboards • Shimano Fishing • D.O.A. Lures • Tournament Master Chum • Fishing Nosara / Nosara Paradise Rentals • Young Boats  • Academy Sports + Outdoors • Ocean Waves Sunglasses

When Looking for a Used Boat, Here's What You NEED to Know

Do you have a question about fishing in your area? Email rick@floridasportsman.com and we'll answer your questions on the air. Outline of Episode 238 Tropics [1:47] Northeast [6:24] East Central [11:47] Southeast [18:30] South [23:56] Keys [41:31] 10,000 Islands [48:45] West Central [54:59] Big Bend [58:37] Panhandle [1:06:52]  Wrap Up [1:10:32]  A BIG thanks to each of our sponsors, without whom we would not be able to bring you these reports each week Yamaha Outboards • Shimano Fishing • D.O.A. Lures • Tournament Master Chum • Fishing Nosara / Nosara Paradise Rentals • Young Boats  • Ocean Waves Sunglasses

The Best New Gear that Dropped in 2023

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