Photo gallery: A $400-plus swimbait?
Record-holder Kurita claims he battled a 28-pound bass with one of these high-end beauties.
How to clean a reel
If your reels squawk and refuse to cast as far as they once did, they're overdue for a thorough cleaning.
ABT’s X2 countdown crankbait
This new deep diving crankbait is internally weighted to sink slowly and act like a normal crankbait upon retrieve.
Best lures of 2011
In 2011 we saw some great innovations in lure design, as well as a few old favorites tear up the tournament trail. Here are the 11 news makers from 2011.
Bob Burroughs’ book, Where the Gulls Are
It’s written by a fisherman for fishermen. The inspiration for this book came from Burroughs’ own experiences on the water that span decades and the lessons that have translated into everyday life.
Sustain spinning reel
Completely redesigned, the Sustain FE features a new Propulsion Line Management System and Aero Wrap II Oscillation.
Compre graphite rods
Compre is built out of IM-9 Graphite which is one of the lightest most sensitive blanks designs ever created.
Megabass’ smashing X-Pod Jr.
Equipped with an adjustable lip, this new bait from Megabass can be used as a splasher or a walker.
ABT’s jointed Hybrid Shad
This ultra-realistic jointed bait combines the best qualities of a swimbait and a crankbait.
Christmas comes early
If I weren’t excited enough about the Christmas holiday, a couple of awesome Christmas presents came early. A new truck and boat.
