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1. Stat of the Day

PRESENTED BY: Sunline

2. Money Matters

PRESENTED BY: Big Bite Baits

2020 has brought with it the strongest growth in the boating industry in over a decade. Whether you buy a new boat or an older boat, fiberglass or aluminum, you’ll likely have to deal with depreciation. But just how much will your boat depreciate over time? Take a look at what the value of your boat might be at 3, 5, and 10 years after your purchase here.

3. Behind the Scenes

PRESENTED BY: SPRO

A Look Back At The Quantum Pro Staff

Take a look back at the Quantum pro staff and you will quickly realize that it was arguably one of the most formidable the industry has ever seen. Featuring names like Kevin VanDam, Gerald Swindle, Tommy Biffle, Shaw Grigsby, Greg Hackney, Dean Rojas, and Casey Ashley, to say it was an all star team would be an understatement. One of the first companies to feature technique specific rods, complete with vibrant color options, Quantum was ahead of their time in many ways. While many of the anglers have moved on from the brand to find new rod and reel sponsors, former Bassmaster Classic champion and current BPT angler Casey Ashley is still listed as an active member of their pro team. Watching our angling heroes make mistakes in blooper reels and outtakes is something that will never grow old. In this Quantum blooper reel watch as one of the greatest pro staffs ever assembled shows they are in fact human and can make mistakes too.

4. Anglers Tribune

Why You Should Still Have Paper Maps

Relying on your Navionics or Lakemaster card for all of your mapping needs may be convenient, but may not be giving you the full picture. Before the days of Google Earth anglers relied on paper topography maps to scout, navigate, and breakdown a fishery. While the times have certainly changed these relics of the past can reveal secrets about lakes and rivers that often times electronic mapping cannot. Older maps of reservoirs can prove particularly valuable as they were generally made closer to the time the lake was constructed and flooded, and show things that the newer maps may not reveal. Mike Iaconelli is a huge proponent of the value that paper maps offer to tournament anglers. Check out this blog from 2013 where he goes into detail on why he is such a fan of the lost art of map study. Read the full article here.

5. Baits Not Being Talked About

Checking in at only 3-1/4" the Heddon Spit'n Image is the perfect choice for those fall bass that gorge themselves on small baitfish. This bait has been a sneaky staple in many of the top touring pros arsenals for years, and should definitely find a place in your lineup. Check it out here.

6. What We're Watching & Listening To

PRESENTED BY: Gamakatsu

Rick Clunn And The History Of The Square Bill

When legendary angler Rick Clunn starts discussing square bill crankbaits you just might want to pay attention. In this video Clunn talks about the history of the bait and shares some of his personal experience and wisdom in regards to shallow cranking. Check out the video here. You can also take a look at Clunn's new Ichikawa squarebill here.

7. Jersey Watch

PRESENTED BY: Denali

Clent Davis

Clent Davis is the 2018 Forrest Wood Cup champion, and a current Bassmaster Elite Series pro. Davis has a sponsorship lineup that includes Mister Twister, Yo-Zuri, Phenix Rods, Gamakatsu, Abu Garcia, Coosa Cotton, Nichols Lures, Costa, and Phoenix boats among others.

8. Regional Recommendations

Duct Tape Band Aids?

Every angler gets the occasional cuts and nicks during a day on the water. Finding a durable solution to protect your wound that will withstand the elements out on the lake can be tricky. Check out 3M’s band aids that look just like duct tape. Using actual duct tape as band aid is not a very good idea as the tape is not sterile and the adhesive used could possibly set off skin allergies. Add these to your first aid kit you carry on your boat and be prepared for your next outing on the water.

9. Best for Last

PRESENTED BY: AFTCO

The annual Pitman Creek Wholesale fall show went off as scheduled, in-person and without a hitch. And in keeping with PCW tradition, the wholesaler’s hundreds of retail partners in attendance voted on a plethora of new products in the annual New Product Showcase.Unlike ICAST, only retailers are eligible to vote at the PCW show, so these awards reflect retailer sensibilities and the goal of selling product to consumers. In all, seven categories were represented, as follows. Best Accessory: Smith’s Consumer Products Mr. Crappie Slab-o-Matic Electric Knife This electric fillet knife features a professional grade 110-volt electric motorized handset, a 60-inch electric cord, 4- and 9-inch stainless blades, cut-resistant gloves and a marine grade mesh storage bag. MSRP $49.99. Best Terminal Tackle: Gamakatsu Gika Rig The Gika Rig is one of the latest crazes in the world of soft plastics bass fishing. It combines the natural presentation of finesse fishing with the speed of power fishing. It uses and offset shank worm hook with an elongated drop shot-style weight attached to the hook eye via a solid ring. It comes in six variations with hook sizes ranging from 2/0 to 4/0 and in weights from 1/8- to 3/8-ounce. MSRP $6.29. Best Hard Lure: Rapala OG Slim 6 “OG” stands for Ott’s Garage, where former Bassmaster Classic champ Ott DeFoe designed this flat-sided balsa bait that features a medium wobble and tight side-to-side action. MSRP $9.99. Best Soft Lure: Googan Baits Bandito Bug 3.3-inch The popular Bandito Bug Creature is now available in a downsized junior version. Scented with “Slaunch Sauce,” it has a segmented body and removable appendages for easy customization. It’s available in 11 colors. MSRP $5.99. Best Line: P-Line Topwater P-Line’s Topwater features great buoyancy. It’s a copolymer designed for walking, twitching, popping and throwing big wake baits. It comes in 10-, 15-, 17-, 20- and 25-pound-test sizes. MSRP $10.99. Best Reel: Shimano SLX70MGL The latest entry in Shimano’s SLX series features a low-inertia MGL spool in a compact 70-size reel that the company says is ideal for flipping, pitching, cranking and finesse. MSRP $149.99. Best Rod and Overall Best of Show: Favorite Fishing Defender Rod Series Favorite’s Defender Series has been re-done for 2021. Featuring IM24T carbon blanks, it has upgrades that include a split grip cork handle and a new paint scheme. It comes in 12 models, casting and spinning. MSRP $99.99.

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