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Published: 11 September 2025

Rapala Report

The new ClapTail™ 110 is a first-of-its-kind topwater bait plucked straight from the mind of tournament champion Jacob Wheeler.

“I’ve never been so excited to release a bait,” said Wheeler. “This bait has such a unique action, unique sound, and it catches bigguns.”

The ClapTail™ 110 is a topwater bait with a metal prop and back blade that collide when retrieved, producing a unique two-tone fish-attracting sound. The durable body and balanced weight ensure long casts and a steady retrieve, while the built-in belly swivel reduces leverage to keep fish pinned.

The ClapTail features a stainless steel prop with a unique back blade to create the most irresistible clapping sound for bass. How often is it that anglers get a round of applause while their bait’s still in the water?

“We went through several blades to get the best sound that we possibly could with that metal-to-metal contact,” said Wheeler. “That colliding is what makes this one of the most unique topwater sounds to come on the market for years.”

Perfecting the sound is just the beginning of what makes this lure so special. The ClapTail also features a rotating hook hanger, so fish have absolutely zero leverage to unhook.

. The little fin at the bottom of the lure ensures that the lure remains stable after it's cast, so anglers can hit pockets with more accuracy and secure a better hookup ratio.

At ⅞ ounce, and equipped with two No. 3 VMC Hybrid Trebles, this is a heavier bait. It was intentionally made that way so that it sits tail down in the water. When it's pulled, the weight creates extra resistance so the blades turn faster and the clapping sound rings at an even quicker pace.

This lure comes in eight colors: Broken Bone, Black Back Shad, Green Gizzard Shad, Matte Shad, Night Aurora, Okie Bone, Pure Chrome, and True Gill.

The manufacturer’s suggested retail price is $18.99.

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Published: 22 August 2025

Industry’s first hands-free kayak propulsion system allows anglers to focus on fishing

Garmin Report

Garmin announced Force® Current—a trolling motor that redefines kayak fishing with a first-of-its-kind hands-free wireless throttle and steering control system. This all-in-one solution allows anglers to navigate, troll and fight fish without ever setting the rod down. Delivering legendary Force performance, it features a brushless motor purpose-built for kayak anglers with full forward and reverse thrust that makes it easy to navigate in any direction, weave through tight timber, turn in a tight circle, sneak along shorelines or creep through weed beds while fishing.

See the Force Current kayak trolling motor in action.

“Kayak fishing continues to be one of the fastest-growing segments of recreational fishing. We’re thrilled to expand our Force trolling motor lineup with a premium kayak solution that’s both innovative and intuitive for anglers of all skill levels. Leveraging Garmin’s most advanced trolling motor technology with our revolutionary hands-free kayak propulsion system, the Force Current will change the way you fish from a kayak.” –Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing

Control your kayak with ease

• Use the power steer foot pedals, included on select bundles, for hands-free throttle and steering, or use the wireless handheld remote with point-and-go gesture steering.
• Reduce clutter on the deck and eliminate the need for rudder cables; the pedals connect wirelessly to the motor and are designed to accommodate a variety of simple installation methods.
• Quickly engage anchor lock, heading hold and more with programmable foot pedal buttons.
• The dual-voltage, efficient brushless motor delivers 50 pounds of thrust with 24V power, or 30 pounds with 12V power to move anglers from spot to spot all day long.
• Stay put – even in windy conditions or strong current – thanks to Garmin’s smart anchor lock technology with multi-band GPS.
• Wireless chartplotter integration allows anglers to create routes and tracks for the trolling motor to follow while they fish; the chartplotter can also be used to control steering, throttle, anchor lock and more
• Control throttle and steering from the wrist with a compatible Garmin smartwatch.
• With safety in mind, the included wireless man overboard tag will cut off the motor should the operator fall overboard.
• In shallow areas, quickly and easily stow or deploy the prop with one hand with the included stow rope and cleat kit.
• Get on and off the water fast; installation is simple and intuitive, and the lightweight motor weighs less than 25 pounds so it can be easily carried in one hand.

Rugged and durable, the Force Current is built to endure harsh saltwater and freshwater environments with advanced corrosion protection. Two prop options are included; a high-efficiency prop for maximized battery life and a weedless prop designed to cut through aquatic vegetation.

The Force Current will be available in July with a suggested retail price of $3599.99 for the motor and foot pedals, or without the pedals for $2999.99. To learn more, visit garmin.com/marine.