Inside, you’ll discover:
- Proven tactics for top Atlantic species — striped bass, bluefish, fluke, tautog, black sea bass, weakfish, scup, mackerel, and more.
- Season-by-season strategies to time your trips for peak action and avoid dead water.
- Rig diagrams and gear tips for surfcasting, drifting, and fishing structure without losing tackle.
- Tide and moon secrets to predict feeding windows and stay ahead of the crowd.
- Bait and lure selection guides for clear water, dirty water, and nighttime fishing.
- Troubleshooting advice for missed bites, snags, and bad conditions.
With decades of experience distilled into easy-to-follow chapters, The Real Rod—your Fishing Fix guide—shares practical, field-tested tips that work for beginners and seasoned anglers alike. Whether you want to land your first keeper striper, limit out on sea bass, or master the art of drifting for doormats, this book gives you the tools to make it happen.
✔️ Packed with tide charts, rig setups, and local knowledge—everything you need to fish smarter, not harder.
If the Atlantic coast is your playground, this is your playbook.
Get your copy today and start catching more fish tomorrow.
Colin Chenard is the author of the Fishing Fix series, a 20-book collection dedicated to making every angler more confident and successful on the water. With a background in practical outdoor skills and a lifelong passion for fishing across lakes, rivers, and coastlines, he writes clear, no-nonsense guides designed for real fishermen.
Each book in the series blends hands-on instruction with in-depth species knowledge, covering everything from panfish and catfish to salmon, trout, and halibut. Colin’s style avoids the fluff and focuses on what actually works — proven techniques, smart gear choices, and field-tested strategies anglers can trust.
When he isn’t writing or researching, Colin spends his time on the water refining new tactics and teaching others how to fish with confidence. His goal is simple: to make fishing accessible, rewarding, and fun for everyone, whether you’re casting for your first crappie or chasing a trophy salmon offshore.