Fishing is an outdoor sport. Sometimes the weather is perfect. More often, however, it’s tough in one way or another. After everything’s said and done we’re at the mercy of Mother Nature. Savvy anglers know that and learn to deal with it.

Three nasty conditions are common. Here’s how I deal with them.

Rain

Over the years I’ve worn every rain suit ever made, at least I think I have. My honest opinion is that Under Armour makes the best one available. That’s not to criticize any of the others or to denigrate them. There’s some good stuff out there. Still, I stand by what I said.