Three all-new swimbait rods with an ergonomic angler interface to provide a better bass-fishing experience have grown St Croix Rods’ top-performing technique-specific series to 27 models.
The team behind the popular Predatortour fishing event has revealed details of its plans for 2023 with a series of rules designed to keep the welfare of the fish at the top of the agenda.
The world is getting smaller and competitive tournament bass fishing is playing its part. Along with growing the sport – and the sale of rods, reels, lures, line and more designed for it – it continues to attract anglers from way beyond the traditional US ‘Bible belt’. It truly has gone global.
While the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trade Show (ICAST) held each July is the highlight event for the American Sportfishing Association (ASA), the recreational fishing industry’s body continues to dedicate substantial efforts to its annual Sportfishing Summit.
By John Mazurkiewicz
Chota Outdoor Gear continues to provide a new generation of products to the industry with the launch of The Cloak, a shoe cover designed to transform any shoe, sandal, or boot into a felt-soled wading shoe.
Inflatable kayaks are great for fishing – in all its forms. In a slight break from the norm, free diver and spear fisherman Marko Lubonic (aka @markospearo) explains why his Aquaglide Chelan 155 is the perfect craft.
In early 2021, Mud Hole Custom Tackle re-energised an already robust wholesale business with the launch of its Wholesale & B2B Program.
The introduction of tiered pricing serves businesses at all levels. From single-owner to OEM distributors, every Mud Hole B2B customer – regardless of tier – has access to the industry’s largest available inventory and best-in-class customer service.
