ICAST 2015 Product Winners!

Here is the 2015 ICAST Winners!

Here’s a rundown of the other category winners:
> Freshwater rod: G. Loomis E6X
> Saltwater rod: St. Croix Avid X
> Fly fishing rod: St. Croix Mojo
> Freshwater reel: Shimano Stradic C3000HG-K
> Saltwater reel: Penn Clash
> Fly fishing reel: Pflueger Medalist
> Soft bait: LIVETARGET Hollow Body Sunfish
> Hard bait: Savage Gear Hard Shrimp
> Rod/reel combo: Lew’s Mach 1 Combo
> Electronics: Humminbird Helix 7 SI
> Line: PowerPro MaxCuatro braid
> Terminal tackle: Eagle Claw Lazer Sharp Fillet Knife
> Tackle management: Eposeidon Rack ‘Em Rod Rack
> Kid’s tackle: Steinhauser Tangle Free combo
> Technical apparel: Aegis Lifeshirt
> Lifestyle apparel: Under Armour Storm Covert Pant
> Footwear: Simms Current Shoe
> Eyewear: Costa Rooster
> FishSmart: Release Ruler
> Fishing accessory: Rinse Kit
> Fly fishing accessory: Simms G3 Guide Stockingfoot waders
> Boats: Eddyline C-135 YakAttack Edition
> Boating accessory: Yeti Hopper 20
> Giftware: YOLOTek Post
> Best of show: eddyline Kayaks C-135 YakAttack Editi

ICAST 2015: Bandit Makes No Mistake with "Mistake" Colours!

BANDIT LURES TO MAKE MORE MISTAKES IN 2016

3 New Dual-Look Cranks Now Available In 100, 200 and 300 Series

Bandit Lures made a huge impact on bass fishing with its “Mistake” color pattern that features a black back and vertical bars over a red base on one side and a chartreuse base on the other, and for 2016 anglers get three new “mistakes” from which to choose. New are the Crossbreed pattern, which pairs up the realistic Baby bass pattern on one side and the equally natural-looking River Bream on the other, Malfunction, which blends two productive crawfish patterns into one bait with Brown Craw Orange Belly on one side and Spring Craw on the other, and Mistaken Identity, which is possibly the craziest mash-up ever. This Bandit takes the vibrant Fire Tiger pattern and pairs it with the muted Root Beer pattern to create a head-turning combination for bass and other gamefish.

The original Mistake pattern wasn’t really a mistake and neither are these. The Mistake pattern was conceived and ordered by a tackle shop, and it was such a success that the company put it in its catalog lineup where it became one of Bandit’s best selling/most productive lures ever. The color pattern was designed to let anglers show bass two different looks without changing baits – a fish under a laydown sees the chartreuse side when the angler casts on the right side of the brush, and the red side when cast to the left side. The same logic applies to Bandit’s new dual-pattern baits.

The new Crossbreed, Malfunction and Mistaken Identity color patterns are available in Bandit 100, 200 and 300 series crankbaits. For more information go to www.banditlures.com.

ICAST 2015: WEEGO Jump Starter Battery Pack

WEEGO JUMP STARTS MARINE MARKET WITH ULTIMATE ACCESSORY – THE PORTABLE JUMP STARTER BATTERY+

Weego, an innovator in portable battery solutions, recently launched its Weego Jump Starter Battery+ to the marine market. A compact and portable jump starter, the Jump Starter Battery+ eliminates the worry and fear of a dead battery, for as little as $99.00. Weego offers peace of mind, prevents ruined days on the water and pays for itself with just one use.

“Dead batteries at best ruin your day and at worst put you in a tight spot,” said Gerry Toscani, CEO, Weego. “Our small, high-powered Weego Jump Starters are perfect for boaters. And since lithium-ion batteries only lose about 2% of their power per month, you can throw it in a safety kit or locker and forget about it for about 12 months. They recharge in as little as 1.5 hours too!”

ICAST 2015

This week is ICAST 2015 in Orlando, Florida. ICAST is the launch pad for new products for 2016. The beauty of this dealer's show is that anglers get a sneak preview to what's hot and new in fishing. We'll be bringing you great coverage almost hourly so check in regularly to the blog of the latest posts.