The spectacular roosterfish is a highly sought after component to an IGFA Inshore Slam. Jon Whittle

There are regionally recognized fishing slams, like a catfish slam, and deprecating slams, like the trashfish slam, but the International Game Fish Association (IGFA) recognizes five official Saltwater Grand Slams: Billfish, Offshore,...

The outboard-powered Mag Bay 38 CC rides on a patented Cross Step hull design and can handle up to 1,350 hp. Courtesy Mag Bay Yachts

Casa Del Golfo is a sportsman’s paradise that offers battles with some of the toughest denizens of the deep. Jon Whittle

On the southeast tip of El Salvador, in  the shadow of a long-dormant volcano, is a secret fishing destination for those adventurous enough to extricate themselves from the well-worn path. There are no Michel...

The Salt Report hosts Shawn Bean and Jon Whittle interview guests like Guy Harvey and bring the fun and chaos of fishing to the screen. Matthew Jester

The Salt Report, the first original series on Salt Water Sportsman Thursday, premiers Thursday, March 26 on

If you purchase non-Top Tier fuel, use an additive like Chevron Techron Marine to boost detergent levels. Courtesy Chevron Techron Marine

Boats and motors have become more efficient over the years, but sometimes it’s hard to notice, thanks to the ever-rising cost of fuel and the trend toward larger hulls and more powerful outboards....