THE BUSINESS NEWS OF FISHING. |
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If you follow Garrett Paquette on social media you may have noticed he frequently weighs bags of ice he purchases for a day on the water. While this might seem a bit eccentric to some, Paquette normally finds the bags to be lighter than the advertised weight. We as consumers typically expect to receive what we pay for, and that especially rings true as inflation seems to be here to stay for the foreseeable future. Typically frozen water isn't something people spend much time thinking about, and the price of ice doesn't get much attention either. But over the past few years, those forgotten prices have suddenly gained prominence in the U.S., where a major investigation has led to several conspiracy admissions from two of the continent's three dominant packaged-ice vendors, including the U.S. subsidiary of the Winnipeg-based Arctic Glacier Income Fund . The U.S. subsidiary - Arctic Glacier International Inc. - agreed to plead guilty to conspiracy charges and a $9-million (U.S.) fine. Maybe we should all pay a little more attention to how much ice is in our bags, and if we are truly paying a fair price to keep our drinks and fish cool. |
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Shinichi "Shin" Fukae, is a decorated professional who is the only angler to win an Angler of the Year award in the highest levels of professional competition in Japan and America. Shin is no stranger to standing out from the crowd and that is exactly the first impression you will get when stepping foot onto his Bass Cat boat. Not only is everything meticulously organized and stored with a purpose, but even his reels stand out. Shin outfits his Shimano spinning reels with reel stands that serve several purposes. The stands keep your reels from coming into direct contact with the ground, help keep dirt and sand out of the spinning reel, provide a place to set your lure, and are very convenient when you want to lay your rod down and not run the risk of bending the bail or having it come loose when you are running down the lake, only to have all of your line peel off. This is a sleek looking addition to your favorite spinning reel, and will certainly set you apart from the average angler. Check out a few options here.
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Organization Is Key For Hartley |
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When it comes to organization, Charlie Hartley is on top of the game. The popular angler from Ohio winters in Florida and spends every day on the water. “It puts my mind at ease knowing where everything is and what’s in the boat” he explained. Hartley recently competed in his 262nd B.A.S.S. event with a 16th place finish in the Bassmaster Southern Open on the Kissimmee Chain. |
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5. Baits Not Being Talked About |
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Handcrafted by the legendary Bassmaster Classic Champion Cliff Pace, the Black Label Tackle Cliff Pace Wreck Squarebill Balsa Crankbait is a top-of-the-line premium balsa squarebill. Designed to terrorize bass in the 2 to 3-foot depth range, it has been built to replicate the original WEC1 Squarebill that is no longer in production but still highly sought after by crankbait enthusiasts everywhere. Like all Black Label Balsa Crankbaits, the Wreck is a truly premium balsa bait. From the initial carving to the final clear coat, this hand-sealed, hand-painted, and hand-cleared Black Label Balsa Wreck Squarebill Crankbait is built with their intensive 45-step process that ensures the highest level of quality and performance. Check out the full lineup here. |
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6. What We're Watching & Listening To |
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Bradley Hallman breaks down his day 1 of the Bassmaster Open on Lake Toho and the start of the 2022 season. Hallman picks up the camera and gives you a look at what went down. He also gives you a glimpse of what life as a touring pro can look like. Watch the full video here.
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Photo Courtesy B.A.S.S.
Wes Logan's 2022 boat wrap was on display at the St.John's River Bassmaster Elite Series angler registration yesterday. Logan's sponsorship lineup includes AFTCO, Ark-Rod Inc, Skeeter, Yamaha, Gamakatsu, Sunline, Zoom Bait Company, X2 Power, Buck's Island, Minn Kota, Humminbird, Bob's Machine Shop Jack Plates, Fishlife Fish Care Products, Dirty Jigs Tackle, Lew's Reels, Fish Neely Henry, and Sublime Wear USA.
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If you're an angler who gets fired up for an explosive reaction bite, early spring is one of the best times to hit the lake and get to winding! During this time of year, volatile weather and changing water clarity can make fishing a challenging yet fruitful task. One thing you don't need to overthink though is your color selection. Red and orange colors, whether they're on a crankbait, chatterbait, jig, flip bait or even a kicker blade on a spinnerbait, drive bass crazy and generate bites. Beef up your arsenal of red baits here.
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Lawyer Competes In First Bass Pro Tour Event |
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Photo Courtesy JD Blackburn
Missouri pro Jeremy Lawyer made his Bass Pro Tour debut this week as the tour kicked off the 2022 season in Louisiana. Lawyer started the year off on a high note, finishing 18th in his first MLF format event. "I really didn't know what to expect competing in this particular format. After doing it I quickly realized that it just isn't comparable to anything I've ever fished before." said Lawyer. After getting off to a hot start on Lake D'Arbonne in his first two rounds, Lawyer settled in and began to understand the benefits of the SCORETRACKER system. "I was fortunate enough to have some guys within sight that were also catching them, and I could confirm that via the SCORETRACKER. That kept my confidence high in this case, but I can certainly see where it could really stress you out if you weren't catching them and other guys were. I really enjoyed my first event, even though the conditions were challenging." concluded Lawyer.
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