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Fenwick Report
Fenwick’s legacy of innovation meets ice fishing with the new Eagle, HMG, Elite, and World Class ice rods—built to dominate winter waters with precision and style.
Designed from blank to grip, each series utilizes advanced graphite blends and proprietary designs to deliver unparalleled sensitivity, crisp action, and exceptional performance for hardwater. Every rod is crafted to enhance angler feel and precision, giving winter anglers the confidence to catch fish in even the toughest conditions.
From seasoned anglers to weekend ice anglers, Fenwick’s new lineup brings decades of rod-building expertise to the ice. Thoughtful design features, including tailored foregrips for optimal hand placement and high-performance guides for smooth line control, make these rods as comfortable to hold as they are precise in action. The Eagle and HMG rods feature Fenwick’s custom reel seats for a perfect, natural feel, while the Elite and World Class rods have no fixed reel seat, giving anglers the freedom to mount their reel anywhere on the handle to match their fishing style and achieve peak performance—ensuring there’s a rod for every angler.
Fenwick Eagle Ice Spinning Rod
The Fenwick Eagle Ice rods deliver outstanding sensitivity and crisp action thanks to a proprietary 24 ton solid graphite blend. Redesigned handles and a Fenwick-designed reel seat provide an unmatched natural feel for forward finger placement and precise control.
Key Features:
- 24 ton solid graphite blend with proprietary reinforcing resin
- Tailored foregrip with reduced length and added taper
- Multi-material split and full-length grips for balance and durability
- Interlocking part lines for smooth transition
- Stainless steel guide frames with thin zirconia inserts
- Fenwick designed reel seat for custom natural feel
MSRP: $74.99
Fenwick HMG Ice Spinning Rod
Building on Fenwick’s legendary HMG design, these ice rods feature a 24/30 ton solid graphite blend for crisp actions and heightened sensitivity. Tailored foregrips and titanium guides make this rod ideal for anglers seeking maximum feel beneath the ice.
Key Features:
- 24/30 ton solid graphite blend with proprietary reinforcing resin
- Tailored foregrip for forward finger placement
- Multi-material split and full-length grips
- Interlocking part lines for smooth transition
- Titanium guide frames with thin zirconia inserts
- Fenwick designed reel seat for custom natural feel
MSRP: $94.95
Fenwick Elite Ice Spinning Rod
The Elite Ice rods are engineered for the ultimate ice fishing experience, with a 30 ton solid graphite blank that provides exceptional sensitivity and crisp action.
Tennessee-style grips deliver the perfect balance of feel and durability.
Key Features:
- 30 ton solid graphite with proprietary reinforcing resin
- Multi-material TN style split and full-length grips
- Interlocking part lines for smooth transition
- Titanium guide frames with super-thin zirconia inserts
MSRP: $119.95
Fenwick World Class Ice Spinning Rod
Fenwick World Class Ice rods are designed for anglers seeking the pinnacle of performance and sensitivity. The 30 ton tubular graphite blank with solid tip, combined with REC Recoil guides and premium Tennessee-style grips, provides unmatched feel, balance, and control.
Key Features:
- 30 ton tubular graphite with proprietary reinforcing resin and solid tips
- Multi-material TN style split and full-length grips
- Interlocking part lines for smooth transition
- REC Recoil guides for superior line management
MSRP: $179.95 - $229.95
To learn more about Fenwick, visit Fenwickfishing.com.
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Berkley Report
Anglers chasing the perfect mid-stroll know the thrill of a natural presentation—now imagine three minnows.
Berkley’s Triple Minnow Rig takes the proven jig head minnow technique to the next level, delivering a realistic bait ball presentation that enhances the subtle, rolling action anglers love. Designed to maintain flawless strolling action, this rig presents a lifelike pod of prey with every twitch and retrieve—keeping the finesse, precision, and natural movement of single-minnow techniques intact.
The Triple Minnow Rig combines ongoing innovation and a proven technique, allowing anglers to present multiple minnows while preserving the subtle, rolling action that makes mid-strolling so effective. Its line-through collar ensures energy transfers directly to the jig head minnow, driving lifelike movement, while the push-in tab secures the main line without causing damage. Clear construction minimizes hardware visibility, and the line-through tubing eliminates tangle and protects the line. Screw locks on the dummy arms make assembly quick and reliable—resulting in a natural, effortless bait ball presentation every time.
"The Triple Minnow Rig is all about bringing realism and finesse to the mid-strolling game," said Nathan Ragsdale, Sr. Product Manager – Bass Bait. "Anglers now have a way to present multiple minnows naturally, enhancing their mid-strolling presentations without compromising the subtle action that makes strolling so effective."
Available as a stand-alone rig or as part of a kit, the Triple Minnow Rig gives anglers the option to build their preferred setup. The kit includes the rig, tubing sleeves, Berkley Hybrid Jig Heads, and Berkley Drip Minnows, and is available in Blue Liner, White Shiner, Electric Shad, and Tennessee Shad color options in 3-inch, 4-inch, and 5-inch sizes. Whether anglers want a ready-to-go kit or just the rig, the Triple Minnow Rig delivers precision, realism, and flexibility for mid-strolling success.
KEY FEATURES:
- Line-through design drives natural strolling action
- Lifelike prey pod with three minnows
- Push-in tab and screw locks Rig that maintains flawless rolling motion
- Available in a stand-alone rig or full kit in four colors and three minnow sizes (3”, 4”, & 5”)
- Colors: Blue Liner, White Shiner, Tennessee Shad, and Electric Shad
Suggested retail is $9.99 - Standard or $19.99 as a kit.
For more information on the Berkley Triple Minnow Rig, visit https://www.berkley-fishing.com/.
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Pflueger Report
Pflueger has introduced the President Fly Combo and President XT Fly Combo.
Designed to provide anglers with complete, ready-to-fish packages, these fly combos combine Pflueger’s proven craftsmanship with features that deliver dependable performance whether anglers are pursuing trophy Trout or their first bass or panfish on the fly.
The Pflueger President Fly Combo pairs a 4-piece medium-action carbon composite fly rod with a lightweight, large-arbor graphite reel with disc drag. Pre-spooled with backing, weight-forward floating fly line, and a tapered leader, the President Fly Combo is ready right out of the box and available in a 5-wt and an 8-wt, so you’re set to fish no matter what species you’re targeting. With an EVA foam handle for comfort and a compact 8-foot length ideal for younger anglers, tight quarters, and enhanced accuracy, this combo offers great reliability for anglers of all skill levels.
PFLUEGER PRESIDENT FLY COMBO – KEY FEATURES:
- 4-piece medium action carbon composite fly rod
- Available in two sizes, 8’ 5-wt and 8’ 8-wt
- Comfortable EVA foam handle
- Lightweight, large arbor, graphite fly reel with disc drag
- Pre-spooled reel with backing, weight-forward floating fly line, and tapered leader
- 1-Year Warranty
Suggested retail, $119.99.
The Pflueger President XT Fly Combo takes tradition a step further, offering advanced performance and versatility in a premium package. Available in 5, 6, and 8-weight models, the 9-foot, 4-piece medium-fast action rod provides an ideal combination of reach and versatility, paired with a die-cast aluminum large-arbor reel featuring a Rulon disc drag system for smooth, consistent fish-fighting performance. A protective rod and reel carrying case adds convenience and protection when traveling from home to your favorite fishing hole. Pre-spooled with backing, a twin-colored weight-forward floating fly line with welded loops, and a knotless tapered leader, the President XT Fly Combo is ready for action whether chasing trout in mountain streams, big bass in the shallows, or saltwater fishing on the flats.
PFLUEGER PRESIDENT XT FLY COMBO – KEY FEATURES:
- 4-piece medium-fast action fly rod
- Available in three sizes, 9’ 5-wt, 9’ 6-wt and 9’ 8-wt
- Quality cork handle
- Carbon fiber reel seat
- Die-cast aluminum fly reel with Rulon disc drag
- Pre-spooled reel with backing, twin-colored weight-forward floating fly line with welded loops, and knotless tapered leader
- Protective rod and reel carrying case
- 1-Year Warranty
Suggested retail is $229.99.
To learn more about the new Pflueger President and President XT Fly Combos, visit https://pfluegerfishing.com/.
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Garmin Report
Garmin has announced Garmin OnBoard™, a versatile Man Overboard (MOB) and engine cutoff solution for boaters that uses wireless technology instead of traditional tethered cords.
Tags can be worn on a wrist band, carabiner or key ring float, and designated as either captain or passenger. If an MOB is detected, the system will save a waypoint on the chartplotter, and audible alarms will sound. Should the captain fall overboard, the system will also automatically trigger engine cutoff. Captains can also disable the engine via a button-press on the tag if needed. With up to 8 MOB tags, mariners can tag what matters most – adults, children, pets and objects – all at the same time.
“Wearing an MOB tag that can activate an engine kill switch on a boat can potentially save lives. As part of our commitment to making boating safer and more enjoyable for everyone, we designed Garmin OnBoard with safety and convenience in mind using wireless, non-intrusive tags that will bring the boat to a stop and alert those on board if an MOB event is detected.”
–Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing
Peace of mind on the water
- Setup, pair and manage MOB tags from compatible Garmin ECHOMAP™ and GPSMAP® chartplotters.
- Wireless MOB tags allow users to move freely around the boat without the need for a physical tether.
- Chartplotter integration provides automatic MOB waypoint recording at the time of MOB detection, along with audible alarms from the chartplotter.
- Easily disable tags temporarily to allow for hassle-free swimming and excursions.
- MOB tag battery life can exceed a single season of typical operation.
- Garmin OnBoard is compatible with any boat that has an engine cutoff switch and a compatible Garmin chartplotter.
- Complies with U.S. federal laws requiring the installation and use of an Engine Cutoff Link.
The Garmin OnBoard System will be available this month for a suggested retail price of $499.99. Additional MOB tags are available for $149.99. Installation of the Garmin OnBoard System by a qualified marine installer is recommended. To learn more, visit garmin.com/marine.