Handline Fishing Techniques

Key techniques: vertical drops from piers and bridges, sidearm casting with jigs, bottom fishing with egg sinkers, and trolling from kayaks or sailboats.

Guides & resources

How to Handline Fish

Step-by-step guide: choose your reel, select your line, rig up, cast, feel the bite, and land your catch.

Cuban Yo-Yo Fishing Guide

Everything about Cuban yo-yo hand reel fishing: techniques, rigs, target species, and expert tips.

What Is Handline Fishing?

The oldest, simplest, and most direct way to catch fish — no rod required.

Catches on the Handline

Real catches from the handline fishing community. Submit your own handline catch photos.