Strike King Report

Strike King Chick Magnet CrankbaitStrike King Chick Magnet Crankbait

Strike King worked with MLF pro angler Andy Morgan to develop the Chick Magnet flat-sided crankbait.  Partnering with Strike King's innovative design team, the Dayton, Tenn. pro harkened back to his upbringing on or around Lake Chickamauga to develop the Chick Magnet. 

"It is great to finally see the flat-sided crankbait getting the attention it deserves," said Morgan.

Daiwa Report

Daiwa QC750Daiwa QC750

Anglers seeking panfish and trout will find the new Daiwa QC750 is a good fit. Perfect for ice fishing, too, the QC750 offers anglers a dependable small reel on a budget.

“The QC750 is the perfect reel for anglers fishing light to ultra-light fishing scenarios,” says Marc Mills, Daiwa Field Marketing Manager. “Panfish, trout, and ice fishing are all perfect uses for the QC750. First off, the QC750 features all-black aesthetics. It has a light graphite frame and Aluminum ABS Spool. It also has a folding arm for easy travel and easy storage,” adds Mills. “It also features 1+1 ball bearing and a 5.1 gear ratio. It retrieves 22.8 inches of line per handle turn and weighs a modest 6.2 ounces.”

Anglers will find the QC750 not only dependable for ultra-light fishing but the price extremely accommodating at suggested retail of $24.99..

For Daiwa’s latest color catalog and/or information on Daiwa dealers in your area, call Daiwa’s Customer Service Department at 562-375-6800. The website is www.daiwa.us.

Seaguar report

Seaguar BasiX Fluorocarbon Fishing LineSeaguar BasiX Fluorocarbon Fishing Line

Goodbye mono and fluoro pretenders. Hello, genuine Seaguar fluoro. Here comes BasiX, a mainline that delivers all the benefits of 100% fluorocarbon at a price everybody will love.

Seaguar, the inventor of fluorocarbon fishing lines, is introducing BasiX Fluorocarbon to meet the demand from anglers who are managing a budget but not willing to sacrifice quality and performance in their fluorocarbon line.

Available in retail stores in mid-January, 2022, new Seaguar BasiX Fluorocarbon will be available in 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, and 20lb tests on 200-yard spools with a MSRP of $9.99

“We’ve spent our first 50 years developing high-performance lines and leaders used by pros, captains, guides and avid anglers across the country” says Gerry Benedicto, Seaguar General Manager. “With BasiX, we’re looking forward to serving the millions of anglers who are either fishing for the first time, getting reacquainted with the sport or managing a tight budget.”

Freedom Tackle Report

Freedom Flash from Freedom TackleFreedom Flash from Freedom Tackle

The Freedom Flash brings vibration and flash with 10 fish-catching colors to your ice or open water vertical jig presentation.

Built with a premium, eco-friendly zinc body, the Freedom Flash carries a belly-mounted Indiana blade which swings loosely on the fall and pick-up. Maximizing both flash and vibration while creating the erratic action of a baitfish in trouble.