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Published: 18 November 2022

Gamakatsu Report

Gamakatsu brings its legendary attention to detail and innovative thinking to the tungsten weight market. The new G-Shield Tungsten Weights are available in standard worm weights, flipping weights and punch weights. 

All three versions of the G-Shield weights feature a specially designed composite insert that not only protects an angler’s line, but also provides 360 degree protection for the knot. No more breaking off on the hook set or in heavy cover – these are made to eliminate the issues caused by uneven and rough tungsten. Furthermore, the insert is wider at the base than at the insertion hole so the hook eye can recess itself into the weight, thereby creating a more compact, lifelike and snag-resistant offering. All of the weights also come in a stealthy smoke-colored finish which blends in with plastics and your lure’s surroundings to generate more strikes. The weight size is stamped into the side of each weight making it easy to identify when it's time to make a change. 

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Published: 17 November 2022

Berkley Report

Both the PowerBait Bonefish and Curly Bones are designed with a heavy ribbed body and super thin tails to give a lifelike swimming action with little effort at slower speeds. The baitfish-like head design fits perfectly on Berkley Fusion19 Jigheads and excels when fished on a weighted swimbait hook or used on a dropshot rig.

The PowerBait Bonefish features a super thin paddle-style swimbait tail for erratic swimming action with minimal effort. The Curly Bones offers fish a different look with a vertically oriented thin ribbon tail and an activation tip to grab water and never stop moving, especially at slower speeds in cold water. Available in 12 walleye specific colors, the suggested retail on each is $5.99.

PowerBait Bonefish

Bonefish Key Features

• Minnow profile swimbait designed for high action at the slowest of speeds
• Heavy ribbed body allow the bait to catch more water and stay suspended longer in current or static water
• Super thin tail allows more erratic action at the slowest speeds, in low current or on the drop
• Hook slot allows for easy rigging and better hook ups
• Heavy ribs provide more surface area for more PowerBait flavor
• Great on Jighead, Weighted Swimbait Hook, or Drop Shot
• Bonefish available in 2.5-inch and 3.25-inch
  

PowerBait Curly Bones

Curly Bones Key Features

• Hybrid “Rib Worm” design produces high action at the slowest of speeds
• Heavy ribbed body allow the bait to catch more water and stay suspended longer in current or static water
• Super thin ribbon style tail features a vertical orientation and activation tip to grab water and never stop moving at the slowest speeds, in low current, on the bottom or on the drop
• Hook slot allows for easy rigging and better hook ups
• Heavy ribs provide more surface area for more PowerBait flavor
• Made for Jigs, but great on a Weighted Swimbait Hook, or Drop Shot
• Curly Bones available in 3-inch and 4-inch

Colors: Blown Motor • Citrus Punch • Citrus Blast • Gold Cracker/Chartreuse • Purple/Chartreuse • Firecracker/Chartreuse • White Ice • Oystershell • Pink Shad • Midnight Shine • Electric Blue/White • Peanut Butter & Jelly

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Published: 16 November 2022

St. Croix Report

St. Croix Legend Tournament Walleye Rod

Dramatically re-engineered and expanded for 2023, the Legend Tournament Walleye Series includes 17 progressive, technique-specific models, handcrafted in the USA on St. Croix’s all-new SCIV+ hybrid carbon blanks, featuring all top St. Croix technologies. The new rods incorporate redesigned, angler-requested super-grade full-cork handles for improved comfort and ergonomics. Lighter, stronger and more comfortable to fish than any previous-generation St. Croix walleye rods, new Legend Tournament Walleye Series models retail from $270 to $320 with a 15-year warranty.

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