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How To Use Live Bait for Striper, Crappie, and Sturgeon
Whether you're drifting the Napa River for stripers or dropping lines into Lake Berryessa for crappie,
alexosen
May 222 min read


Trade-In Your Fishing Gear and Golden Mussel Update
We just published a full breakdown of how the Golden Mussel invasion is affecting boat launches across Northern California.Sacramento River—and don’t want to spend more than $150
alexosen
May 152 min read


Best Striper Rod & Reel Combos for Bank Fishing – Penn Fierce IV Review
If you're chasing striped bass this spring from the banks of the Napa River, San Francisco Bay, or the Sacramento River—and don’t want to spend more than $150
alexosen
May 14 min read


Sweeney’s Spring Festival: Food, Prizes, Fishing Classes — Don’t Miss It!
The countdown is on! 🌸 Join us for the Spring Festival at Sweeney’s Sports on Saturday, May 3rd — here’s why you don’t want to miss it:
alexosen
Apr 252 min read


Striper and Halibut Action Heats Up—While Tariffs Threaten the Tackle Industry
Running a small retail business like mine takes everything you’ve got. Over the years, I’ve focused on creating strong relationships with our community, curating gear that fits real fishing needsof grit.
alexosen
Apr 174 min read


Tracking Giants: A Sturgeon Adventure on the Napa River
If you’ve ever gone after sturgeon, you know it’s not a game of chance. It's strategy meets patience, with a touch of grit.
alexosen
Apr 102 min read


Napa River Fishing Report: Prime Conditions for Striped Bass & Sturgeon
Striped Bass Action from the Shore: Shore anglers are enjoying a strong bite right now. The top-producing baits include anchovies, pile w
alexosen
Mar 272 min read


Trolling for Striped Bass on the Napa River: A Complete Guide
If you're looking to target Striped Bass on the Napa River, trolling is one of the most effective methods to cover water and find fish.
alexosen
Mar 203 min read


Bank Fishing for Striped Bass for Beginners
Having the right equipment improves your chances of success when targeting striped bass from shore.
alexosen
Mar 132 min read


A Night to Remember
Last week's Striper Meetup was a fantastic success! The positive feedback from attendees has been overwhelming,
alexosen
Jan 302 min read


Join Our First Striped Bass Meetup!
Calling all anglers! If you love fishing for striped bass or have always wanted to learn more about this exciting sport, we’ve got something
alexosen
Jan 34 min read


Hooked on Napa: Catching Stripers and Making Memories
If you’re looking for action-packed fishing, the Napa River stripers are here to deliver!
alexosen
Nov 7, 20243 min read


Where to Fish for Striped Bass on Napa River
The Napa River, winding its way through the valley, offers a serene escape into nature, where anglers can experience the region's natural be
alexosen
Oct 10, 20243 min read


Free Food, Drinks, and Fishing Classes on October 19th
How do free food, drinks, fishing classes, and discounted gear sound? What about meeting with and hanging out with other like-minded angers
alexosen
Sep 26, 20242 min read


Wetsuiting is a Dangerous and Secretive Form of Extreme Fishing
Wetsuiters have a mantra: “Boat fish don’t count.”
alexosen
Sep 5, 20243 min read


A Recap of our Inaugural Napa River Striper Fishing Workshop
Last week we hosted our first hands-on Striper Fishing Workshop where we had boat owners looking to improve their striper fishing game
alexosen
Aug 29, 20242 min read


Bank Fishing Tips for Napa River, Lake Berryessa, and Lake Hennessey
Trout fishing at Lake Berryessa can be rewarding, especially if you understand where to find them. Here’s how you can improve your chances o
alexosen
Aug 22, 20244 min read


Carp vs. Sturgeon and Striper Trolling Clinic
As anglers, adapting to changing regulations is just part of the game. When certain species become off-limits, why not pivot and discover ne
alexosen
Aug 15, 20244 min read
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