Fishing Tackle Retailer (FTR) magazine just announced that their digital editor, Toby Lapinski, will be assuming the duties as “editor in chief” of the national retail tackle publication.
In an official release following the departure of long-time editor Ken Duke, the trade publication revealed that Lapinski would be stepping into role of editor and chief following 2-1/2 years as digital editor in charge of the daily Fishing Wire. “He comes from a print magazine background as before joining FTR he was the Managing Editor of the New England edition of The Fisherman Magazine for nearly 10 years,” the official FTR announcement read. In addition to still contributing on a freelance basis to The Fisherman, Lapinski work has also appeared in such publications like Anglers Journal, Field & Stream, Surfcasters Journal, Long Island Boating Journal.
“I look forward to my new role here at FTR, and I have a lot of new ideas for the magazine as well as the digital side of the brand, but don’t fret that you’re going to open an upcoming edition of the magazine and not recognize what you see,” said Lapinski, adding, “While there will be some subtle changes being implemented here and there, and you’re likely to see a few new bylines on the print side, I can assure you that all the best parts of the magazine will remain firmly in place.”
Earlier this summer, it was announced that longtime fishing industry representative Angie Thompson had acquired the popular fishing trade media platforms, Fishing Tackle Retailer and The Fishing Wire, and Thompson was effusive in her praise for Lapinski. “He has always respected his customers, brought an open-minded approach to his thinking, and demonstrated a passion for the sport,” Thompson shared. “I’ve had the pleasure to work with Toby for several years and in that time, it has become abundantly clear that this is someone you’d be lucky to have in your corner.”
“Toby’s dedication to his craft and enthusiasm for fishing have made him someone who is truly a pleasure to work with,” Thompson added. Learn more at thefishingwire.com.
