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Jose Pro: Costa Honors Legendary Waterman

September 21, 2022 • Uncategorized • 80

Costa Sunglasses unveils the latest in their PRO Series, honoring legendary waterman, Captain Jose Wejebe.

Captain Jose Wejebe

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Costa Sunglasses, manufacturer of the first color-enhancing, all-polarized glass sunglass lens, brings next-level PRO-formance to its best-selling Jose frame. As part of the brand’s fall 2022 collection, this legacy frame, rebuilt with angler-approved upgrades, is named in honor of the legendary waterman and larger-than-life personality, Jose Wejebe.

Building off the original Jose frame (launched in 2010), Jose PRO joins Costa’s PRO Series family of iconic frames with upgraded styling and six performance additions to help anglers manage sweat, reduce fogging and keep their frames locked in place, even when the water gets rough. The frame’s namesake, Captain Jose Wejebe, was a professional angler, Costa pro and host of two fishing shows, ESPN’s Spanish Fly and Vida Del Mar. Born in Cuba and raised in Florida, Wejebe taught countless people what it meant to be a “pro” on and off the screen. He was foundational in developing the light-tackle industry and bringing underrepresented communities together through angling.

“What an admirable legacy left behind. You can’t help but be inspired when you think about Jose. You hear it in countless testimonies of his life,” said John Acosta, Vice President of Marketing at Costa. “It’s a privilege to carry on his legacy and to continue honoring the role Jose played in the angling community – breaking barriers and inspiring others to do the same.”

“One of my favorite things about Jose was his ability to make everyone feel like somebody, regardless of the water they fished, where they came from or their ability. He devoted his life to finessing our sport, and finding ways to help others see the beauty of our waters and the life within it,” said Captain Carter Andrews. “I love that Costa — a brand that embodies so much of Jose’s ethos — strived to make his frame even better. What a great tribute to an even greater friend.”

Midnight Blue with Gray Lenses

For nearly 40 years, Costa has provided anglers with the best sunglasses on the market for long days on the water. The new frames have Costa’s polarized, color-enhancing 580® glass lens technology for next-level clarity and are available in prescription sun lenses. The scratch-resistant 580G lens cuts haze and blur and enhances key colors for superior clarity and definition. Like all Costa injected frames, the PRO Series is built using the brand’s lightweight Bio-Resin. Bio-Resin reduces the carbon footprint of traditional plastic frames while maintaining Costa’s tough durability standards.

In celebration of the new frames and Jose’s legacy, Costa will be making an additional donation to Jose Wejebe Memorial Foundation, its longtime partner. Jose PRO is now available at local dealers and Costadelmar.com.

About Costa Sunglasses

As the first manufacturer of color-enhancing all-polarized glass sunglass lenses, Costa combines superior lens technology with unparalleled fit and durability. Costa has made the highest quality, best-performing sunglasses and prescription sunglasses (Rx) for outdoor enthusiasts since 1983, and now its product portfolio includes optical frames. Costa’s growing cult-brand status ties directly to its purpose to provide high-quality products with a focus on sustainability and conservation as the company works hard to protect the waters it calls home. From the use of sustainable and water-friendly materials to its Kick Plastic initiative, IndiFly Foundation, and meaningful partnerships with mission-aligned organizations, Costa encourages people to help protect the Earth’s natural resources in any way they can. Find out more on Costa’s website and join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter at @CostaSunglasses.
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Gulp Surf Bites – New from Berkley

July 18, 2022 • Press Releases, Tackle Reviews • 122

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Berkley Gulp!, the leader in scent and flavor, announces the new Berkley Gulp! Surf Bytes, a purpose-built bait for shore and surf fishing applications. By harnessing the Gulp! proprietary formula that tricks fish into a meal, the Berkley Gulp! Surf Bytes work better and last longer than the competition.

Great for targeting various fish species caught from the shore and piers, jetties, or bridges, Surf Bytes feature Berkley Gulp! scent and dispersion technology which is scientifically proven to catch more fish than generic baits in freshwater and saltwater situations. Purpose-designed for saltwater, Gulp! Surf Bytes feature improved durability that’s 4X firmer, making them stand up to harsh surf fishing conditions. Surf Bytes are available in two shapes, Gulp! Surf Bytes Strips and Gulp! Surf Bytes Baitfish.

The Berkley Surf Bytes Strips feature segmented strips for customized size selection. They are available in five saltwater colors that can be quickly cut and rigged on your hook for easy surf casting. Whether fishing for pompano, black drum, whiting, or many other inshore species, Surf Bytes Strips are made to withstand multiple casts and won’t turn into mush at the end of your fishing day. They can be recharged in their reusable storage bag, making them an economical bait choice.

The Berkley Surf Bytes Baitfish’s design mimics a small baitfish profile and features a fish scale pattern for a more realistic aesthetic. They come in five bright colors selected to stand out against sandy or rocky backgrounds and feature a 4X firmer Gulp! formula giving them the strength they need to stand up to rough surf conditions and small bait felons. Surf Bytes Baitfish are easy to rig on a jighead or surf rig, and entice prey with its Gulp! scent and flavor. These baits are created to withstand a day in the waves and are rechargeable in their bag.

Key Features Gulp! Surf Bytes Strips
• Strip Size: 5.75 inch x 1/2 inch
• 6 segments per strip, 4 strips per package
• Colors: Pink, Chartreuse, Orange, Pink Fuze & Blue Fuze
• Rechargeable & reusable
• 4X firmer Gulp! formula for added durability

Key Features Gulp! Surf Bytes Baitfish
• Baitfish Size: 2.75 inches
• Fish scale pattern for better bait aesthetics
• Rechargeable & reusable
• Fish on a jig head or surf rig
• 4X firmer Gulp! formula for added durability

MSRP: $7.99
Available: July 2022To learn more about Berkley Fishing, Click HERE. About Pure FishingPure Fishing is a collection of the world’s favorite fishing brands. Every day, all around the world, someone experiences the joy of catching a fish with one of our products. From gear for epic battles at sea to a relaxing day with family at the lake, our portfolio includes the most recognized and admired brands in fishing tackle, lures, rods, reels and storage. Abu Garcia®, All Star®, Berkley®, Fenwick®, Fin-Nor®, Frabill®, Greys®, Hardy®, Hodgman®, Johnson®, JRC®, Mitchell®, Penn®, Pflueger®, Plano®, Shakespeare®, SpiderWire®, Stren®, Ugly Stik® and Van Staal®.
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Abu Garcia Revo Rocket Spinning Reel

July 17, 2022 • Press Releases, Rods and Reels Reviews • 76

Designed to keep up with anything that swims, the new Abu Garcia Revo Rocket Spinning Reel features a blazing fast gear ratio and all the torque you need.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (July 7, 2022) – Gone are the days of losing fish because you can’t catch up. The new and improved Abu Garcia Revo Rocket spinning reel features a blistering fast 7.6:1 gear ratio which is unusual to find in today’s spinning reels.

The new Revo Rocket features an asymmetrical X-Craftic alloy body design, that gives anglers a more compact, lightweight body. The Rocket also features the new AMG2 gear system, that is 17% larger than the previous generation, allowing for extra gear strength and the ability to create the Rocket’s extreme gear ratio.

The Revo Rocket spinning reel fills a gap in the arsenal with a faster gear ratio for finesse applications. Long casts can prove difficult in picking up line slack and lead to lost fish and missed opportunities. The Revo Rocket is the answer to that with a design created to pick up slack quickly ensuring a better hookset and more opportunities to catch fish.

KEY FEATURES
• Asymmetrical X-Craftic alloy body design – more compact body
• Aluminum frame for added strength
• Oversized AMG2 gear system
• 9+1 HPCR bearing system
• Friction free main shaft design
• Max drag: 11 lbs
• Gear ratio: 7.6:1
• Weight: 7.6 oz (Size 30)
• Inches per turn: 20-40″ • 30-43″ • 40-47″

MSRP: $199.95
Available: September 2022

To learn more about Abu Garcia, click here.

About Pure Fishing
Pure Fishing is a collection of the world’s favorite fishing brands. Every day, all around the world, someone experiences the joy of catching a fish with one of our products. From gear for epic battles at sea to a relaxing day with family at the lake, our portfolio includes the most recognized and admired brands in fishing tackle, lures, rods, reels and storage. Abu Garcia®, All Star®, Berkley®, Fenwick®, Fin-Nor®, Frabill®, Greys®, Hardy®, Hodgman®, Johnson®, JRC®, Mitchell®, Penn®, Pflueger®, Plano®, Shakespeare®, SpiderWire®, Stren®, Ugly Stik® and Van Staal®.
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Frabill Witness – All in One Fishing Net

July 16, 2022 • Uncategorized • 74

Frabill WITNESS 30 LB Weigh Net

First of its kind net does it all for both freshwater and saltwater anglers

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Frabill WITNESS Weigh Net is the first all-in-one fish net, scale and ruler for fresh and saltwater anglers. With a built-in 30 lb scale, anglers can now quickly get the weight of a fish and release it without having to hang the fish on a handheld scale.

Designed to make a day on the lake hassle-free, the WITNESS Weigh Net is the innovative way to capture a fish’s weight, length and snap a quick photo before returning the fish safely back into the water. Simply scoop up any fish up to 30 lb and remove the hook. Turn on the scale and hold the net in a vertical position with the net portion down to record the quick weight of any catch.

The WITNESS Weigh Net features tangle-free Micro-Mesh netting and a flat bottom net making it safe for fish handling. The molded rubber grip with 48-inch handle is easy for anyone to use and features an integrated 30-inch ruler to measure your catch.

Key Features
• 30 lb digital scale
• 48″ aluminum handle with molded rubber grip and integrated 30″ ruler
• Tangle-free Micro-Mesh netting
• Flat bottom net to better protect the fish
• Meshguard hoop resists wear and prolongs the life of the net

MSRP: $149.99
Available: Fall 2022

To learn more about Frabill, click here.

About Pure Fishing
Pure Fishing is a collection of the world’s favorite fishing brands. Every day, all around the world, someone experiences the joy of catching a fish with one of our products. From gear for epic battles at sea to a relaxing day with family at the lake, our portfolio includes the most recognized and admired brands in fishing tackle, lures, rods, reels and storage. Abu Garcia®, All Star®, Berkley®, Fenwick®, Fin-Nor®, Frabill®, Greys®, Hardy®, Hodgman®, Johnson®, JRC®, Mitchell®, Penn®, Pflueger®, Plano®, Shakespeare®, SpiderWire®, Stren®, Ugly Stik® and Van Staal®.
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Shimano Reel Technologies Propel Anglers to Success

July 15, 2022 • How-To's, Tackle Rigging How-To’s • 204

Advanced Features Provide Premium Angling Advantages

Shimano elevates the angling experience. Built upon a legacy of design, engineering and manufacturing excellence that spans more than a century, Shimano reels, rods and lures leverage advanced, proprietary technologies that propel anglers to success. Thanks to unparalleled metalworking and gear design expertise, Shimano reels allow anglers to cast farther, crank harder and fight tougher than ever. Innovative features permeate Shimano conventional, baitcasting and spinning reels, with premium technologies appearing first in flagship offerings and then working their way into reels throughout the entire lineup.

Gears are the heart and soul of every reel. Insightful engineering and high-tolerance manufacturing ensure that Shimano gears – and the reel bodies that encase them – lead the industry in smoothness, power and durability. Application of Shimano’s HAGANE design concept creates reels that withstand continual use and extreme abuse by seamlessly blending toughness and durability with precision engineering and enduring craftsmanship. No single reel component embodies the HAGANE concept more than Shimano’s HAGANE Gear: A cold-forged aluminum drive gear that delivers smooth feel and reliable function over many seasons. By leveraging an exclusive three-dimensional design process and eliminating cutting work on the drive gear, the HAGANE Gear offers unparalleled durability compared to reels with diecast or machined gears. Anglers will find the HAGANE Gear in a wide range of Shimano reels suitable for fresh and saltwater angling, from tournament-tested baitcasting reels like the Curado series to flagship spinning reels like Stella SW C and the new Stella FK.

Shimano elevates gear technology to unmatched levels with MicroModule Gear II, which delivers refined, ultra-smooth reeling. MicroModule Gear II uses an entirely new gear set with an increased number of smaller teeth to provide additional contact points between the pinion and drive gears, delivering a smoother and more efficient gear train. Anglers will notice the difference that MicroModule Gear II technology delivers with smoother gear operation and reduced sound and can find this exceptional Shimano technology in a wide range of spinning and baitcasting reels. The Shimano legacy of high-precision gear development continues to evolve within the all-new InfinityXross system, which expands the drive gear tooth horizontally, dispersing load between the drive and pinion gears more efficiently. By distributing contact points over a larger surface area, the InfinityXross system delivers unrivaled gear durability, enhancing reel performance and longevity.

The technologically-advanced Infinity Drive system fortifies the performance of exceptional reels that Shimano engineered to tackle the toughest predators. A unique main shaft supporting structure and special low-friction bushings and coatings in the Infinity Drive system significantly reduce sliding resistance when anglers reel against large and powerful fish. Now, every reel handle turn requires less effort to get headstrong adversaries moving toward the boat.

The reeling experience is about much more than gears: Line management during both the cast and retrieve has an oversized impact on casting performance. Shimano engineers developed an array of unique technologies to help anglers cast farther and more accurately – including the new InfinityLoop system. By extending spool oscillation during the retrieve, InfinityLoop ensures the line lays as evenly as possible on the spool, virtually eliminating gaps and line stacking. InfinityLoop benefits anglers on every cast, as smooth and even line lay results in reduced friction as line departs the spool, yielding dramatically enhanced casting distance. In addition, Shimano’s Long Stroke Spool enhances casting distance by increasing the total stroke length of the spool, which allows line to lay on the spool more evenly and smoothly during the retrieve. With help from Long Stroke Spool, line flow from the spool during the cast is effortless, adding distance to every cast. Shimano’s Propulsion Line Management System, found on a wide range of spinning reels, is a uniquely angled upper lip on the spool that dramatically reduces friction with the line during the cast and supports enhanced casting distances. Thanks to Shimano’s dedication to advanced line management technologies, every fish is now within reach.

Anglers wielding baitcasting reels are familiar with the challenges of backlashes, which occur when the spool turns faster than line can depart the reel. Shimano’s unique Digital Control (DC) braking technology, which uses a microcomputer to monitor spool speed 1,000 times every second and applies the perfect amount of brake to slow the spool’s rotation, turns backlashes into distant memories while maximizing casting distance. Anglers of all skill levels will appreciate less thumbing and trouble-free casting in all conditions.

Imagine eliminating the line twist that may develop when using fluorocarbon or monofilament line; this dream is now a reality thanks to Shimano’s Anti-Twist Fin. This innovative elastic polymer tab placed on the underside of the roller maintains constant tension on the line as it enters the spool. Anti-Twist Fin eliminates twist before line contacts the roller and prevents line from sagging on the spool during the retrieve. Thanks to this Shimano innovation, the days of line twist – and the angler frustration it creates – are numbered.

Advanced Shimano drag systems allow anglers to overpower hard-charging freshwater and saltwater predators, concluding more battles with fish flopping in the net. Drag system evolution continues with Shimano’s new DuraCross drag, which incorporate cutting-edge materials woven in a unique pattern compared to conventional drag washers. Shimano’s DuraCross drag system provides the smooth feel and operation of felt washers with 10x the durability. Cross Carbon Drag provides an expanded range of drag settings for exceptionally smooth performance and fortifies the performance of a broad range of Shimano spinning, baitcasting, and connventional reels. Thanks to Shimano’s continuing emphasis on improving drag performance, anglers have the advantage in every battle.

Shimano elevates the on-the-water experience by leveraging an unparalleled design and manufacturing legacy to develop innovative technologies found within exceptional reels. The singular choice of tournament competitors, guides, and angling enthusiasts alike, Shimano reels propel all anglers to success.
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Berkley Juke – Highly versatile saltwater crank bait

July 14, 2022 • Press Releases, Tackle Reviews • 73

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Berkley Juke is the new highly versatile crank bait for saltwater anglers with a coffin-shaped bill for maximum darting action with little effort. This flat-sided shad-shaped body, featuring a tantalizing side flash, can be cranked, twitched, or trolled with an extremely lifelike movement that entices strikes from various fish.

This unique bait was designed by world-class design engineers at Berkley Labs to provide a level of responsiveness and fantastic rolling action with minimal rod movement and is equipped with precision-tuned rattles for maximum attraction capabilities. With two sizes – 3.75″ and 4″, the saltwater Juke comes in fourteen iconic saltwater patterns and scale textures to perfectly emulate several common inshore baitfish. It’s equipped with sticky sharp, 3X strong, anti-rust Fusion19 treble hooks, making it a plug-and-play bait right out of the package.

The diving depth of three to five feet gives the shallow-suspending Juke total control through the water column, making it easy to target shallow and suspended fish.

Key Features
• Two sizes: 85MM – 3.75 inch (3/8 ounce) • 100MM – 4 inch (11/16 ounce)
• 14 iconic saltwater baitfish color and scale textures
• 3 to 5 foot diving depth
• Stainless steel hardware and 3X strong, anti-rust Fusion19 treble hooks
• Chip resistant paint finish

MSRP: $9.99
Available: September 2022

To learn more about Berkley Fishing, Click HERE.

About Pure Fishing
Pure Fishing is a collection of the world’s favorite fishing brands. Every day, all around the world, someone experiences the joy of catching a fish with one of our products. From gear for epic battles at sea to a relaxing day with family at the lake, our portfolio includes the most recognized and admired brands in fishing tackle, lures, rods, reels and storage. Abu Garcia®, All Star®, Berkley®, Fenwick®, Fin-Nor®, Frabill®, Greys®, Hardy®, Hodgman®, Johnson®, JRC®, Mitchell®, Penn®, Pflueger®, Plano®, Shakespeare®, SpiderWire®, Stren®, Ugly Stik® and Van Staal®.
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Plano Edge Frog Box

July 13, 2022 • Press Releases • 66

Increasing the lifespan of your topwater frogs with a new innovative storage option.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Plano EDGE line of tackle storage solutions from Plano are proven favorites thanks to their intuitive designs that store tackle securely while keeping it easy to access when the bite heats up. The new Plano EDGE Frog Box further expands the EDGE offering this year with an innovative design that allows for storage of up to 50 baits securely by the line tie for perfect protection and organization.

With additional features such as a WaterWick divider with a reusable moisture-wicking packet, a Dri-Loc O-ring seal and Rustrictor technology – the new Plano EDGE Frog Box protects frog baits from rust and moisture-related damage. The EZ Label system allows for quick identification of contents and a DuraView crystal-clear polycarbonate lid allows anglers to see what baits are in the box without needing to open the lid.

The EDGE Frog box stores a variety of topwater frogs by utilizing the line tie to vertically hang the baits. This allows the legs of each bait to quickly dry off and maintain their shape for long-term usage. Gone are the days of jumbled up, dry-rotted rubber resulting in unusable baits. The EDGE Frog Box will maintain the quality of each frog from the moment you take it out of its package and place it in the box to the moment it’s tied on. This durable box was designed to toss in the boat when the frog bite is “on” and keep your topwater frogs organized and safe in storage during the “off” season.

Key Features
• Holds up to 50 baits by the line-tie
• Protects and maintains baits for longevity
• WaterWick technology with reusable moisture-wicking packet
• Dri-Loc O-ring seal
• EZ Label system for quick identification of contents
• DuraView crystal-clear polycarbonate lid

MSRP: $54.99
Available: September 2022
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Okuma Fishing – ICAST 2022 Sneak Peek

July 12, 2022 • Press Releases, Rods and Reels Reviews • 98

Over the last year, Okuma has put its ear to the pavement with the intention of developing key products that broaden our overall line-up and meet the needs of anglers far and wide. As a vital member of our industry and with ICAST 2022 lurking around the corner, we’re excited to provide you with an exclusive sneak peek at our featured product introductions this year.

Designed to complement any big game saltwater arsenal

Okuma’s new Tesoro Spinning reels have been built from the bottom up. Designed with Okuma’s proprietary Alumilite body, side plates, and Cyclonic Flow rotor construction, as well as an IPX-7 full-body waterproof design, the Tesoro features the ultimate strength and protection. Available in five sizes from 8,000 to 20,000, the Tesoro Spinning is destined to become a major player in the offshore game.

Lightweight and feature-packed

With the overwhelming popularity of the Okuma Ceymar spinning reels, Okuma has decided to launch an upgraded version that is feature packed and ready to join your arsenal. Okuma’s new Ceymar HD spinning reels are lightweight and feature packed. These reels are constructed with a corrosion resistant frame, side plate and rotor. From ultra-compact 1,000 size reels to the perfect inshore 5,000 size reel, the Ceymar HD might just be what you are looking for.

Perfect for vertical jigging and all-day casting

Okuma’s new Salina Spinning Reels are lightweight and ready for battle. These reels are constructed of Okuma’s LITECAST body material that is 15% lighter than diecast aluminum. These reels are built for everything from light inshore to heavy offshore fishing.

There are six total models within the Salina Spinning reel lineup. 4,000, 5,000 and 6,000 size reels that feature high speed 5.8:1 gear ratios and 8,000, 10,000 and 14,000 size reels that feature standard gear ratios of 5.4:1.

Designed for brute strength and drag-rippin’ speeds

Designed for the harsh environment that East Coast fisherman face daily, the new Okuma ECS Custom are built for the drag screaming runs of bluefin tuna and wahoo. Constructed with a hybrid 24-ton carbon and e-glass blank technology Okuma’s ECS Custom Rods consist of nine total rods that come in spinning, casting and different trolling configurations.
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Jighead Built For Big Plastics – ZMan Lures

July 11, 2022 • press release • 78

NEW Z-Man® DieZel Eye™ Jigheads built for big soft plastics

Ladson, SC – Sometimes, you need a bigger hammer . . . Great advice if you’re an amateur carpenter or some guy named Fred Flintstone. If you’re an angler, however, particularly someone seeking a jighead big and tough enough to tame jumbo soft plastics and apex predators, we suggest you step away from the piles of mismatched jigheads and tie on a DieZel Eye™ for size.

Orders of magnitude beyond wimpy jigs with flimsy hooks and incompatible heads, the new Z-Man DieZel Eye Jighead is an entirely different animal. Want to arm your 5- and 7-inch DieZel MinnowZ™ and other supersized soft plastics with a wicked-sharp, anvil-strong 6/0 or 8/0 hook? Grab a DieZel Eye and go to work.

“Anvil-strong” isn’t just lip service. Zoom in on the DieZel Eye’s impressive black nickel Tri-Forge™ Power Hook and you’ll note the precision-cut angles—a strength-enforcing, three-sided configuration yielding muscle mass and a definitive cutting-edge tapering toward the hookpoint.

The DieZel Eye Jighead lets its ocular assets do the talking.

“While standard jig hooks are forged on two-sides, we equipped the DieZel Eye Jighead with exclusive Tri-Forge™ hooks, which feature a triangular cross section at the bend for unmatched strength,” notes Z-Man President Daniel Nussbaum. “Our hook-strength tests showed that the Tri-Forge Power Hooks were significantly stronger than traditional hooks. Makes all the difference in the world when you’re wrenching on a heavyweight saltwater predator. The points on these hooks are also sticky sharp for penetrating the toughest, boniest jaws that bite.”

Crafted in concert with the jighead maestros at Eye Strike Fishing, Z-Man’s supersized DieZel Eye leads with its ocular assets. “From every angle, the jig’s oversized 3D eyes grab your attention—that goes for fish and humans alike,” says Dave Fladd, optical engineer and co-owner of Eye Strike Fishing. “Based on decades of fishing, we understood that preyfish eyes provide the most prominent and compelling strike target in every aquatic environment. Matching all Eye Strike designs, the DieZel Eye Jighead leads with its eyeballs.”

South Carolina inshore legend and Eye Strike Fishing co-owner, Ralph Phillips elaborates on the ever-important eye factor. “Over decades of successful fishing, the most productive lures, by far, proved to be those sporting bright, prominent eyes,” observes Phillips. “No other strike target can match the eyes in terms of provoking a predatory response. It’s why large, vibrant, lifelike eyeballs dominate the DieZel Eye Jighead.”

The allure of the eye, evidenced by a DieZel Eye jig down the hatch of this striped bass.

Overshadowing each DieZel Eye Jighead, 3D Red, Glow or Chartreuse eyes neutralized the need to add additional color. On the largest 3-ounce, 8/0 size, the eyes measure a full ½-inch across. For fish, the effect proves visually alluring, irresistible. “We want predators to key on the eyes at all times, without distraction. It’s why strikes on these jigheads rarely come up short,” adds Phillips.

Housing these authentic attractors, the DieZel Eye’s jighead features an all-new, purpose driven profile. “We built the head to fit seamlessly with and maximize the horizontal action of paddletail swimbaits like the DieZel MinnowZ. We also gave it a pronounced, natural-looking nose and rounded chin, so it’s less likely to hang up in rocks or other cover,” notes Fladd. The base of the head is flattened to rest upright and stable on bottom, allowing buoyant ElaZtech baits to tilt slightly tail-up. The 60-degree eyelet to hook-shank angle also accentuates side-to-side shimmy action on a straight retrieve.

More valuable assets encircle the jighead’s neckline. “We endowed the collar with sharp, dual bait barbs that keep soft plastics affixed tightly in place,” Fladd observes. “Then, for adding an EZ Skirt® ahead of an ElaZtech bait, we built in a second skirt keeper or retainer collar. Complementing an ElaZtech trailer with a colorful, lively jig skirt can be a huge enticement for big redfish, black sea bass and stripers. It’s another cool little asset many jighead makers neglect.”

Z-Man’s Tri-Forge Power Hook bolsters hook strength throughout.

Swimming with a smooth, shimmying action, the DieZel Eye Jighead matches elite paddletail baits like the 5- and 7-inch DieZel MinnowZ or 6-inch SwimmerZ™. Or, step up to a giant 8/0 DieZel Eye, which provides ample hook-shank length and bite to roll with an 8-inch Mag SwimZ™ or StreakZ XL™ all the way up to a 10-inch HeroZ™. Retrieved horizontally or vertically jigged, the DieZel Eye activates your chosen softbait with style and distinction— balanced and ever-alert for the next bite.

Forged in eight hook-weight combinations, from a 3/8-ounce-6/0 size to a depth-probing 3-ounce-8/0 beast—each in Red, Glow or Chartreuse— the DieZel Eye Jighead taunts predatory giants to take their best shot. MSRP $5.99 to $11.99 per 2-pack – available in August. For more information follow Z-Man on Facebook, TickTok and Instagram, or at www.zmanfishing.com.

The DieZel Eye Jighead’s 6/0 or 8/0 hook accepts an array of 5- to 8-inch ElaZtech softbaits.

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RegalRiver 4-Inch Folding Flex Fillet Knife

July 1, 2022 • Outlaw Blog, Press Releases, Uncategorized • 75

Clean Fish in a Flash with Smith’s RegalRiver 4-Inch Folding Flex Fillet Knife

Invite Panfish and Trout to Dinner with Help from Smith’s

A meal of fresh fish puts the exclamation point on many successful adventures. Separating you from that delectable experience is quality time spent at the cleaning station, as you transform the day’s catch into perfect fillets. Whether you prefer your fish fried, baked, or blackened, nothing speeds your work at the cleaning station like the highest quality fillet knife, sporting features that complement those of the finned guests of honor. If you’re staring at a basket of bluegills, a stringer of crappie, or a creel of trout, the new RegalRiver 4-Inch Folding Flex Fillet Knife from Smith’s Consumer Products – The Edge Experts since 1886 – stands ready to make quick work of your task at the fillet table, speeding your way to the dinner table.

Perfectly suited for processing smaller fish, Smith’s RegalRiver 4-Inch Folding Flex Fillet Knife has a lightweight knife with a slim profile that easily fits in your pocket, tackle box, or fishing bag – and is packed with features that enhance its performance and provide many seasons of durability and reliability. Designed with a razor-sharp, 400-series Stainless Steel locking blade for high strength and wear resistance, the RegalRiver 4-Inch Folding Flex Fillet Knife’s flexible blade simplifies fine-detailed work like removing rib bones and rogue pieces of skin. An ergonomic, non-slip TPE soft-grip handle supports comfortable use under any conditions and promotes safety at the fillet table. Smith’s RegalRiver 4-Inch Folding Flex Fillet Knife’s handle also includes a built-in carabiner, a tether-ready lanyard hole, and a bottle opener – because nothing makes an angler more thirsty than an extended session at the cleaning table.

Transform panfish, trout, and more into perfect meals with the RegalRiver 4-Inch Folding Flex Fillet Knife from the Edge Experts at Smith’s Consumer Products. With an MSRP of $28.99 , Smith’s RegalRiver 4-Inch Folding Flex Fillet Knife makes its debut at the ICAST New Product Showcase in the Cutlery Hand Pliers and Tools Category.
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