Minn KotaUltrexMinn Kotaâs new Ultrex gives you the control of a Fortrex, plus i-Pilot capabilities. Get ultra-responsive, comfortable Power Steering with GPS-powered tools like Spot-Lock, and change the way you fish forever.
Savage GearSuicide DucksSavage Gear has a whole new line of topwater baits made to look like real critters you’d find in any lake or pond. Don’t be squeamish. Bass eat baby ducks all the time.
Trapper TackleTrapper HookThe Trapper Hook, with its pair of right-angle bends at its base, addresses two familiar problems that arise from the antiquated J-shaped hook: Fish donât stay pinned to the hook after the strike, and baits donât remain rigged correctly on the hook as they are fished through cover. The unique geometry of the patent-protected Trapper Hook significantly improves landing percentages, because the Trapper Hook doesnât rock or rotate like a J-hook, it is much more difficult for hooked fish to escape. Likewise, the innovative Trapper Box helps keep soft plastic, live and natural baits in the right position on the hook until something pushes them out of the way, like a fish during the strike.
At ICAST 2016, Trapper Tackle will reveal five Trapper Hook families in a variety of sizes and wire gauges; for a total of 19 hooks that each features the unique Trapper Box. These groundbreaking hooks include: A Heavy Cover Super Wide Gap hook (XXX Heavy Gauge), two Offset Wide Gap hooks (Standard and X Heavy Gauge), and a 30 Degree Jig Hook (X Heavy Gauge) for DIY anglers and jig designers that want to include the Trapper Box in their own creations. Finally, for the finesse soft plastic or live bait angler, Trapper Tackle introduces their versatile Drop shot/Live Bait/Finesse hook (Standard Gauge) in sizes from No. 4 to 2/0.
HumminbirdHelix 10 SI
Like the rest of the expanding Helix family, Helix 10 comes standard with an Ethernet port for networking multiple units and technologies like Minn Kota iPilot Link, Humminbird 360 Imaging and AutoChart Live, which allows anglers to make their own maps in real time, no PC, server or cloud upload required.
The Helix 10 Series comprises three models, all with an incredibly user-friendly operating system called Reflex Interface, X-Press Menu System keypad control, three âshortcutâ preset buttons, 1024H x 600V HD 10.1-inch 65,000-colors TFT display, and allow for gimbal mounting, or in-dash mounting with optional kit. International models support 200/50kHz. Optional 50 kHz transducers are available for extreme deep-water use. To obtain 1000 watts, optional deep-water transducer required.
Helix 10 Sonar â GPS, Helix 10 DI â GPS, and Helix 10 SI â GPS all feature dual SD card slots for use with advanced cartography or to save screenshots, sonar recordings or waypoints. All models in the HELIX 10 family feature upgradable software.
Old TownPredator PDLThe Old Town Predator PDL measures 13 feet, 2 inches, with a specially designed hull that allows fishermen to stand up comfortably. A pedal system allows anglers to change speeds as needed.
Lew’sCustom ProThe Team Lew’s Custom Pro reel retails for $259. It took Best of Show in the freshwater reel category.
St. CroixLegend GlassLegend Glass is a new series featuring premium, linear S-Glass blanks built on IPC-engineered mandrels creating the ultimate fiberglass rods. Super light in weight, Legend Glass is designed for fishing all types and sizes of crankbaits and other lures that benefit when matched with a moderate-action rod. Retail prices: $240 – $250.
P-LineTactical FluorocarbonP-Line Tactical Fluorocarbon took Best of Show in the line category. It’s available in 6- to 20-pound test in 200-yard spools.
CostaRafaelCostaâs new Rafael frame style is comprised of a nearly indestructible bio-based resin material sourced from the castor plant, a sustainable, hardy perennial. The bio-based resin produces increased durability, overall sunglasses weight reduction and the ability for the frames to hold shape from extreme heat to bitter cold temperatures, which is crucial for anglers out battling the elements.
In addition to the durable frame construction, Rafael features a wide temple design wrap-style shape, with sturdy integral hinge technology. It also offers Costaâs signature three-square-hole venting system to alleviate lens fogging, and hypoallergenic rubberized temple tips and nose pads to keep the sunglasses comfortably in place all day, no matter how harsh the conditions. Rafaelâs frame color options include blackout, matte retro tortoise, matte olive teak and matte black teak.
FrabillI-Float SuitThe newest addition to Frabillâs I-Series apparel, the Frabill I-Floatâ¨Suit, is one of only a few flotation-assisting fishing suits on the market to be recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard as a USCG Certified Personal Flotation Device (PFD). The result is one of the safest, most technologically advanced, high-performance, cold-weather fishing suits an angler can wear, while providing all the benefits of built-in U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation.
Under ArmorMen’s UA Fish StalkerUnder Armourâs new CoolSwitch technology is designed battle extreme heat, keep you cooler and empower you to perform longer. A technology created for athletes everywhere, this innovative product collection has a âcrystalâ pattern integrated into the garments. The pattern includes three cooling ingredients that work together to pull heat away from your skin for an instant cooling sensation.
CobraGarage Door Storage RackCobra’s Garage Door Storage Rack offers adjustable positioning on garage door panels for rod storage. Available in two sizes, the unique design utilizes unused space behind garage doors and places rods in reach.
WeegoJump StarterThis is an item that could literally save your life. If you’re miles down river and your cranking battery dies, it can provide the jump you need. It also has special ports to keep your cell phones and tablets charged.
ShimanoFlats Wading BootsWith Vulcanized rubber and neoprene construction, the Shimano Flats Wading Boots are the perfect elements for keeping your feet warm and dry. They have non-corrosion nylon front zipper with a wide open for easy on and off. Plus, a belt-loop ankle closure prevents sand from getting into the boots.
EGOKryptek S1 Genesis Landing NetFinally, a net that is environmentally friendly, easy on the fish and most importantly, looks really cool, The Kryptek design makes it a sharp addition to any boat.
YetiHopper FlipLike the original Hopper, the Hopper Flip will keep ice for days and can withstand serious abuse in the field â itâs game for full days in the tree stand or early mornings in the duck boat. Itâs wide-mouth opening and leakproof HydroLokTM Zipper make for easy loading and access to your food and drinks without sacrificing on durability. Plus, its compact body allows for ultimate portability, never slowing you down while hunting, kayaking, or spending time in the field.
LewsMach II Baitcast ComboThe Mach II Baitcast Combo from Lew’s retails for $179. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a better value in a rod-and-reel combo that’s almost ready to fish when you take it out of the tackle store.
