This issue is stacked with plenty of fresh gear, including a heap of new lures, some seriously good reels for the cooler months, and technical apparel built for real-world fishing conditions.
Our cover story dives into autumn squid, one of the most consistent and enjoyable fisheries of the year. Stable weather, clear water, and big, aggressive squid that are easy to access without burning through fuel.
We also break new ground with our first ever feature on targeting western blue groper, covering how to catch them on both bait and jigs.
On the review front, we put two of the hottest reels to the test, the Daiwa Revelry HD MQ and Shimano Sustain FK, along with a standout jerkbait for flathead and mulloway, the Evergreen Wide Seeker.
