Batson Enterprises is the go-to supplier for custom rod builders and Original Equipment Manufacturers. Formed in 2000, the family-owned business is best known for distributing Rainshadow, ALPS and ForeCast fishing tackle in the US and worldwide. Visitors to ICAST 2021 got to meet the newest addition to the fold, Eden Batson. TTW caught up with her…
Romain Grimaldi isn’t your average lure designer. He combined his lifelong experience of fishing with a huge knowledge of 3D modelling and graphics to form his own lure-making company, Dream Unit Fishing.
It’s been a tough year for everyone but, thanks to a strong inventory, a real team effort and a flexible approach, US tackle supplier F J Neil has continued to supply its dealers throughout the pandemic.
Scandinavian fly-fishing brand Guideline is growing fast and is now on the hunt for a truly dedicated “fly fishing nerd” with an excellent eye and touch for developing the tackle of tomorrow.
To beat Covid-19, the next China Fish 2021 show is being staged virtually, with overseas buyers being able to ‘meet’ with suppliers online from October 18th to 31st.
The International Fly tackle Dealer Show, which was postponed from October 2021 because of Covid-19 concerns, has been rescheduled for the end of March 2022.
Rapala has introduced a new member to the X-Rap family: the X-Rap Magnum Stick.
The heavy-duty X-Rap Magnum Stick casts far and swims in enticingly wide curves, making it a prime candidate for targeting large saltwater predators.
It’s “business as usual” amid expansions plans at tackle brands Westin and Kinetic following news that parent company Fairpoint Outdoors has new investors.
The American Fly Fishing Trade Association (AFFTA)’s Board of Directors has announced that the 2021 International Fly Tackle Dealer (IFTD) show, scheduled for October 20th to 22nd in Salt Lake City, Utah, has been postponed until 2022.
