Tsunami, a division of Bimini Bay Outfitters, has developed a solid reputation for producing quality rods at affordable prices, and even more important, rods that are designed to meet the needs of anglers here in the Northeast.
Fresh off an introduction at last season’s ICAST tackle show, Mustad is bringing their new Elite Jig Heads to market just in time for the opening of the freshwater and saltwater fishing seasons. Mustad has been in the fish hook business since 1877 and they know a thing or two about hooks, jigs and how to put them to good use. In response to the increasing use of super-braid line and the corresponding advances in rod and reel technology, Mustad has introduced a new Elite Series of jig heads to complement this next-gen gear and tackle new angler demands.
Okuma has been introducing some way-cool stuff over the past few years for high-end, light tackle saltwater coastal anglers.
Using the most advanced technology, Maxima manufactures the highest quality braid and monofilament fishing lines and their current lineup includes a variety of IGFA-rated, general purpose, stealthy, hi-vis and fluorocarbon leader monofilament products.
Introduced earlier this season, Maxcuatro is a next-gen super braid that takes PowerPro’s popular brand of fishing line and raises its game to the next level.
Now that the summer fishing season is in full swing, striper and bluefish fans should consider two classic lures that have not lost any of their magic fish-catching abilities over the years.
If you’re looking for a moderately priced spinning reel that offers great value and can cover all of your freshwater and inshore saltwater needs, Daiwa’s Ballistic EX series of spinning reels is definitely worth checking out.
TroKar hooks take sharpness to a new level, featuring a hook with a geometric triangular point to penetrate faster and easier. All three edges are honed to a surgical sharpness, resulting in a hook that penetrates twice as fast and dramatically improves strike-to-hook-up ratios. Once the sharpness was dialed in, Eagle Claw’s team of pro-fisherman put these hooks to the test in the field.
Introduced at the ICAST international tackle show back in July, Spiderwire’s Stealth Blue Camo Braid is hitting the tackle shops at just the right time for the fall run.
HUK gear has made a big splash over the past few years on both the freshwater and saltwater coastal scene and for good reason.
Bomber’s new series of Certified Depth trolling lures is the perfect tool for trolling bottom-hugging stripers this fall.
A big heave with heavy winds this week reminds us all of the intimidating power of the Mid- and North-Atlantic, not to mention of course the hearty species that make their home here. As we move into the fall (and eventually winter) season, inshore anglers begin turning their attention to the stout inshore tackle, particularly when big tautog at the local wrecks and snags becomes the prime target
Maxima line has been popular ever since I first started offshore fishing back in the 1970s. They have been in the fishing line manufacturing business for over 60 years, making high-quality monofilaments, leaders and fluorocarbons.
Penn’s latest entry into the spinning reel market is another winner in more ways than one. Introduced at this year’s International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades Show (ICAST) in Orlando Florida back in July, it was voted Best In Show in the saltwater spinning reel category. The Clash joins its sister reels, the Spinfisher V, Z Series, Conflict and Battle II in providing high quality and value at affordable prices.
Huk (pronounced “hook”) has been making major waves in both the saltwater and freshwater pro circuit in recent years for designing, manufacturing and distributing some of the most high-performance fishing apparel in the marketplace.
First introduced at last summer’s ICAST show, Okuma’s new Azores saltwater spinning reels are coming to market just in time for the 2016 season.
