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ICAST 2026 Preview: The Reels, Sonar and Baits to Watch
Industry previews ahead of ICAST 2026 point to a deepening forward-facing sonar war, a wave of finesse gear built around the 'urchin' bait craze, and a kayak market finally being taken seriously when the show opens in Orlando on July 15.
Electronic Brakes and Scent Clouds: Smart Tackle for Early-Summer Bass
From self-adjusting baitcasters to soft plastics that release a scent cloud, Tactical Bassin's Matt Allen highlights the spring tackle that does some of the angler's thinking for them.
Big Cod, Grey Skies: A Winter Murray Cod Lure Run
Chasing a metre cod on every colour of a new big swimbait, an angler lands several metre-plus fish in a drizzly winter session and explains why grey days fish all day.
Okuma TCS B Tournament Concept Rods Land for 2026: Davey's World Salt-Tests the 7'11 Heavy A-Rig Stick
Davey's World Fishing puts the brand-new third-generation Okuma TCS B Tournament Concept rods through a salt-water test, running a 7'11 heavy on the A-rig in the harbour and a 6'9 medium-plus spinner from the kayak.
Chartreuse Herring on the Wall: How Paul Marks Took Down Lake Murray Twice
Two Bassmaster Elite trophies, both on lakes where blueback herring run the bite. Paul Marks broke down the hook, the rod, the leader and the Sunday tweak that turned a slow morning into a Lake Murray title - and into a new Zoom soft-jerk colour finding a major-tournament shelf.
Colby Lesko's Western River Recon Lays Bare January's Murray Cod Problem
Five days, two unfamiliar western rivers, a Samaki S12 and a Ballista humpback - and angler Colby Lesko walks away with a handful of small fish and a clear warning that mid-summer high-irrigation flows turn even the best snags off.
Late-Season Murray Cod Respond to Lures in Autumn Outing
Two Australian anglers enjoyed a productive twilight session targeting Murray cod with hard-bodied lures in late April, landing multiple fish and demonstrating that autumn needn't signal the end of lure-fishing opportunity.
Abu Garcia VoltiQ Revo X Review: $199 Electronic-Braking Baitcaster Undercuts the Premium Tier
Abu Garcia's newly released VoltiQ Revo X has been run through a rough-conditions on-water test by American angler DEBO'S Fishing, who found the $199 electronic-braking baitcaster cycled through spinnerbaits, chatterbaits and crankbaits without a backlash — although its graphite frame and 85-yard line capacity make the $50-dearer SX a better pick for heavy-braid applications.
First Cod, Then a 120 cm Donk: Colby Lesko's Late Mulwala Opener on a Big Fly Jig
Australian YouTuber Colby Lesko returns from a broken leg to open his Murray cod season at Lake Mulwala - a topwater fish on a Balista Tremor, a 120 cm donk on a 12-inch fly jig and a sight-cast carp session through the heat of the day.
Top Shimano Fishing Reels of 2026: Expert Reviews and Insights
In 2026, Shimano's reels stand out for both freshwater and saltwater fishing. Expert reviews highlight the best options for various fishing needs and budgets.
Abu Garcia Vengeance Rods 2026 Review: Affordable Excellence
This article evaluates the 2026 Abu Garcia Vengeance rods, covering four models tested for performance, durability, and price. With a strong focus on budget-friendly fishing options, this review highlights why these rods stand out in their category.
Shimano Unveils the New Stile Baitcasting Reel for Enthusiasts
Shimano has launched the New Stile, an innovative baitcasting reel designed for boat anglers. This advanced reel promises precision and ease of use, catering to the modern angler's needs.
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