THE BUSINESS NEWS OF FISHING. |
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10 Most Expensive Bass Boats On The Market |
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The price of purchasing a new bass boat has increased significantly over the past several years to say the least. We recently came across this article showcasing the 10 most expensive boats currently on the market. While some of the prices are clearly exaggerated for entertainment purposes, some of the legitimate prices are quite shocking, with many of the boats eclipsing the $100,000 mark. Check out which boats made the most expensive list by clicking here.
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Shimano Used In 60% Of IGFA Records |
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In 2021, Shimano brands took top honors in the International Game Fish Association’s (IGFA) annual compilation of world record tackle. The IGFA added an eye-popping 422 new records to its 2021 IGFA World Record Game Fishes book, documenting angling achievements across 28 countries. Notably, record-setting anglers relied on products from Shimano, and G. Loomis for 262 new world records – over 60% of the total records established in 2021. Read all about the full details here.
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Do Lithium Batteries Void Your Engine Warranty? |
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With more and more anglers making the switch to lithium batteries for all of their electrical power needs on their boats, one question keeps popping up. Does having a lithium cranking battery void your warranty on an outboard motor. While we strongly suggest checking with your engine manufacturer for the exact details for that particular brand, Elite Series pro John Crews answers the question for Mercury owners. Crews who runs two Lithium Pros batteries to power his entire Bass Cat rig, goes fully in depth in depth on his YouTube channel dissecting the latest service bulletin from Mercury in regards to the subject. Get the answer here!
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5. Baits Not Being Talked About |
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Expanding on Megabass' wildly popular Sleeper Series, the Megabass Sleeper Gill Swimbaits now offer anglers an alternative profile to target those panfish-gobbling bass. Featuring an adaptation of their signature dorsal fin weedguard, the Sleeper Gill can be cast in those cover-choked waters where other baits fear to swim while still maintaining an incredibly natural profile that will fool the most veteran fish in your water. Just under the concealed hook, the body relies on a hollow zone that quickly compresses to convert more bites and optimize your hook-up ratios. Just like their Dark Sleeper cousins, the Megabass Sleeper Gill Swimbaits rely on a low center of gravity design with pectoral fin balancers that collaborate to maintain bottom-contact swimming stability. This construction allows for stealthy approaches through complex structure while enabling the Sleeper Gills to remain upright in a foraging position on the pause. To the rear of the meticulously detailed gill-style body, bass will be mesmerized by the highly responsive tail that imparts a gentle wag when crawled along the bottom and an excited kick when swam along higher in the water column. A productive alternative to traditional swimbaits, the Megabass Sleeper Gill Swimbaits’ unrivaled realism and alluring slow-retrieve capabilities make them a deadly addition to any swimbait arsenal. Check out the full lineup here.
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6. What We're Watching & Listening To |
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90% Of Anglers Are Fishing This Bait Incorrectly |
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Matt Stefan is here to tell you that 90% of anglers are fishing a crankbait incorrectly. Check it out why Matt thinks this is the case here.
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Photo courtesy Bassmaster
Brandon Palaniuk recently solidified his place in the history of professional bass fishing by winning his second Bassmaster Elite Series AOY title. Palaniuk's sponsorship lineup includes Skeeter Boats, Alpha Angler Rods, Angler Aid, Daiwa, DD26, Humminbird, Leupold, Midway USA, Minn Kota, Old Town, PROCise Outdoors, Rapala, Seaguar, Simms, The Rod Glove, VMC, X-Zone Lures, and Yamaha just to name a few.
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Space And Durability Are Key |
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If you’re looking for a spacious and durable tackle bag, look no further than the Gamakatsu G-Bag EWM 5000 H Tackle Bag. Built with an Extra Wide Mouth (EWM) opening and internal wire frame, the Gamakatsu G-Bag EWM 5000 H Tackle Bag allows anglers to sort through their tackle and find that perfect bait with ease. In addition to being able to store five Gamakatsu G-Box 3700 or eight Gamakatsu G-Box 3600 utility cases (not included) in its main compartment, the Gamakatsu G-Bag EWM 5000 H Tackle Bag also features a quick-access magnetic front pocket for stashing often needed items like pliers and braid scissor. Constructed from super tough 1680 denier polyester, the Gamakatsu G-Bag EWM 5000 H Tackle Bag also features a molded EVA base, which is both water and slip-resistant. Whether you’re strolling the bank or hopping on a buddy’s boat for the day, the Gamakatsu G-Bag EWM 5000 H Tackle Bag makes for a great companion. Check out more details here.
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Still Time To Register For U.S. Open |
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At this time there are 200 Pros and 192 AAAs registered for the 40th annual WON BASS U.S. Open. They have 8 spots open as of right now for AAA's to be guaranteed. The maximum field size is set at 225 boats, so there is still room to strike this legendary event off of your bucket list. After 39 consecutive WON BASS U.S. Opens held at Lake Mead, the 2022 installment of the event is shifting to Katherine Landing at Lake Mohave due to historically low water levels at Mead. With boat launching conditions at Mead currently rated as poor and with all predictions forecasting even more dire conditions coming this fall, WON BASS tournament director Billy Egan officially made the decision this week to move the prestigious event to Mohave.“It was a tough call and one that I’d hoped to never have to make, but at this point it was the only call to be made,” Egan said of the move to Mohave. “It’s just a really tough situation at Lake Mead right now as most people are aware, and the conditions simply won’t be feasible in October to successfully put on such an important event of this size and scope.
“That being said, after putting on our first and highly successful WON BASS Laughlin Open at Mohave in March, it became clear to me that Mohave was the right place if and when we had to move the U.S. Open,” Egan continued. “Plenty of water, terrific amenities, and facilities and just a fantastic fishery all-around, Mohave is going to be a great alternative for the 40th anniversary of the tournament.”
Check out the full details here.
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