THE BUSINESS NEWS OF FISHING. |
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Spend $50 Get Free Camo Gloves |
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Spend $50 on any SPRO products at www.spro.com and receive a FREE pair of camo split finger gloves.
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Gamakatsu Steps Into The EDC Knife Market |
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Gamakatsu has developed four different-sized folding knives to suit EDC needs for work and play. All four knives are ready to tackle any task.
When designing these knives, Gamakatsu went with the best. The Gamakatsu EDC blades offer durable high-end D2 steel. These knives have a frame lock style handle, a locking mechanism used in one-handed knives. The frame lock closure system makes it possible to open and close the knife with one hand. These knives also feature an assisted opening action/flipper mechanism to make opening easier. The significant differences between the knives are the sizes, handle materials and blade style. The GMKT1 features a 3.25-inch Drop Point blade with a plain edge, Stonewash finish, and a Blackwash stainless steel handle. The most carry-friendly Gamakatsu knife is the GMKT2 EDC knife featuring a 2.75-inch Drop Point blade, with a two-toned satin finish and a plain edge. The handle material is stainless steel with an attractive Bluewash finish.
The two larger bladed EDC knives have an upgraded handle. GMKT3, the largest EDC knife, has a 3.625-inch Stonewash finish blade that is partially serrated. It features a G10 front handle scale and Stonewash steel back handle. The GMKT4 is a 3.5-inch Tanto style, with Black Oxide and a plain edge. It features a G10/Carbon Fiber Overlay and Black Oxide steel handle. There are several reasons why you could, and should, EDC a knife. Carry with reassurance knowing that Gamakatsu has you covered! For a limited time Gamakatsu is offering a FREE hat with the purchase of any EDC or Fillet knife. Take advantage of this great offer here.
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Pipkens Gets The Hardware |
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Bassmaster Elite Series pro Chad Pipkens has won plenty of trophies throughout his fishing career, but recently had to purchase two of the most important ones. During the 2012 and 2016 Bassmaster Open seasons Pipkens won the AOY in the Northern Division. At that time B.A.S.S. did not award AOY champions in the open divisions trophies for that accomplishment. Pipkens had trophies made for those two milestones to remind himself of the significance of the 2012 and 2016 AOY titles. "These are the two biggest fishing accomplishments of my life. At the time, there was no hardware for this. Without either of these I would not be where I am today. The first Open AOY gave me the chance to start my career and join the Bassmaster Elite Series to fish full time. This was something I had dreamt about my whole life and it was finally a reality. After having a couple good seasons on the Elite Series, winning a Bassmaster Open event ,and fishing 2 Bassmaster Classics, I found myself in the middle of the worst season of my career in 2016. I was on the verge of being cut from the Elite Series and went on to finish 102 in the points that season. That same year I fought hard in the Opens to maintain my spot in the Elite Series. With the last event of my season in NY, I had a solid top 20 finish and locked up my 2016 Northern Open AOY and more importantly, my spot in the Elite Series again. Without either of these accomplishments I would not be where I am at today. Stoked to be fishing my 6th Bassmaster Classic in 2023. Did I need these trophies? No. Did I want them and felt like I had earned them after 10 years? Haha Yes. Now I have them and a cool reminder of how I have made my way and a story to tell my kids about my path to support our family. Now time to get one that I don't pay for!" said Pipkens.
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5. Baits Not Being Talked About |
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Blending the popular swimmer-style paddle tail with a fork tail minnow profile, the Big Bite Baits Hybrid Swimmer incorporates a subtle swimming action into your traditional fluke-style soft plastic baits. Perfect for cold water applications or when dealing with tons of fishing pressure, the hybrid swimmer performs when the fish will only bite a more approachable offering.
Designed with a slimmed-down body and flat back, the ringed body section generates unique quivering vibrations and encourages slight tail movements that bass simply can’t resist. Deadly when paired with a Big Bite Baits Pendulate Jighead, this bite-sized swimmer can also be used as a spinnerbait or chatterbait trailer and fished effectively on an umbrella rig, finesse jighead, or even a Texas or Carolina rig. Available in clamshell packaging so every bait retains its original shape, the Big Bite Baits Hybrid Swimmer provides anglers with a non-intimidating and versatile baitfish shape.
Check out the full lineup here,
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6. What We're Watching & Listening To |
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Big Fish, Big Laughs & Big Dreams with Bobby Lane |
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Big Fish Bobby Lane is a 12 time Bassmaster Classic Qualifier, an Elite Series Champion & the reigning RedCrest Champion. With almost 3 million dollars in earnings you would think his career would be on cruise control. However, Bobby Lane is walking away with his trophy & fishing the Bassmaster Opens in 2023 to try re-qualify for the Bassmaster Elite Series. Check out Bobby's appearance on Dave Mercer's podcast here.
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Photo Courtesy Of Major League Fishing
2022 MLF Pro Circuit Rookie Of The Year Nick Hatfield's sponsorship lineup includes Doomsday Tackle, Featherwick, Grass Pro, Power-Pole, Caymas Boats, Mercury, and Simms just to name a few.
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Take advantage of these awesome deals during Sunline America's Black Friday blowout sale. Check out all of the great deals here.
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Save Up To 50% On Your Favorite AFTCO Gear |
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Save up to 50% on some of your favorite AFTCO gear, including the Reaper Sweatshirt! Check out the deals here.
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