Kevin Cochran

Kevin Cochran

The Gap

All his life, the veteran angler had lived on the Texas Coast, working hard, playing harder. When he retired, proud...

To Switch or Not To Switch

In various angling endeavors, a "bait and switch" philosophy drives some decisions. The concept revolves around a central premise―some things...

The Man and His Mantra

Some events leave more lasting impressions than others. Our most important memories evolve over time. As we grow and age,...

Survival Mode

I arrived in Port Aransas in the middle of the morning on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. As expected, I encountered...

Unconventional Wisdom

Smart anglers base decisions on proven principles, relying on conventional wisdom, hoping to hedge the bet in their favor. On...

Three Productive Places and Their Defining Attributes

Many productive coastal fishing spots share several key attributes. Most lie close to a point of land, often one which...

The Complete Skill Sets Spectrum

The analysis appearing here specifically relates to anglers who own their own boats and who fish exclusively with artificial lures....

The Puzzle and the Illusion

In Texas, October weather patterns create a complex puzzle for anglers to solve. For good reasons, many of us think...

How Big is Big?

September ranks low on the list of best months to successfully target trophy speckled trout with artificial lures in Texas....

Exploit the Spoils

Ecosystems generally exist in a somewhat tenuous state, so even subtle changes to aspects of their designs can carry consequences....

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Hot & Crunchy Speckled Trout with Mango Jalapeño Aioli Premium

My friends Brandon Benton and Mary Anne Gunn shared this recipe with me. It’s got a little coastal kick and...

Isle of Matagorda Baked Flounder

Shrimp Po-Boy Sliders with Remoulade Slaw

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