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Berkley Expands the Frittside Lineup with the Addition of the Junior and Biggun’
When Berkley® scientists collaborated with David Fritts to create the Berkley Frittside they knew they had a lure that was scientifically proven to catch bass, but even they were surprised at how fast it cemented itself as one of the hottest crankbaits in bass fishing.
It has racked up a lengthy list of accomplishments including the 2019 MLF Redcrest win, a 2020 FLW Pro Circuit event win and a host of Top-10 finishes in both the 2019 and 2020 Bassmaster Classic.
Berkley has expanded the line with the size 5 Frittside with two new profiles, the Frittside Junior and the Frittside Biggun’.
Working with David Fritts, the Berkley scientists were able to bring together the action of a balsa bait with the durability, consistency and casting ability of a plastic bait.
Both new Frittsides are ideal for sluggish and/or pressured fish. The Junior is best suited for clear-water conditions while the Frittside Biggun’ gives anglers the larger profile necessary for muddy conditions. Both feature the classic flat-sided profile while the integrated FlashDisc design delivers a balanced weighting and action that tracks more accurately at higher speeds.
The Frittside Junior and Biggun’ are available in 18 colors ideal for bass fisheries across the nation and come equipped with ultra-sharp Fusion19™ hooks.
Both the Junior and the Biggun’ have an MSRP of $8.99.
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Seaguar Report
Seaguar Celebrates Anniversary with Angler Photo Contest
In 2021, Seaguar is marking the 50th anniversary of its founding and the invention of fluorocarbon fishing line with a fun angler photo contest.
To celebrate, the company has created the “50 Big Ones” photo promotion where anglers are invited to submit their favorite fish photo taken from 1971-2021. When visiting the contest site at HYPERLINK "http://www.winseaguar.com" www.winseaguar.com , anglers can also vote on photos they believe deserve special recognition. 50 winners will receive a 50th Anniversary commemorative Leader Spool Management Bag filled with three spools of Gold Label Leader.
The contest runs from February 1, 2021 through May 31st, 2021. It is open to residents of the US, 18 years and older. To enter the contest or read the complete contest rules, visit www.winseaguar.com.
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Rapala Report
Rapala’s New Elite Pliers
Rapala’s new high-performance Elite Pliers are armored in Cerakote, a lightweight coating that protects against abrasion, corrosion and ultra-violet light from the sun.
The new 7-inch tool for anglers includes a unique, patented “Mag Spring,” which keeps the pliers’ hybrid jaws open and ready. Flip the switch though and “Mag Lock” tightly secures the jaws for safe storage. The hybrid jaws feature interlocking front teeth, to ensure a lock-tight clasp on hooks.
Additional features of the new Rapala Elite Pliers include:
- Replaceable carbide cutters that easily snip braid, monofilament and fluorocarbon line, as well as light wire (up to 15 lbs.);
- Built-in crimping tool for simple crimps and rigging;
- Robust handles with comfortable ergonomic feel and tactile grip;
- Flat area in back for gripping line and leaders; and
- Neoprene sheath, coil lanyard and carabiner.
Suggested retail is $79.99.
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Abu Garcia Report
Abu Garcia Max DLC Reel
Most line counter reels are bulky, large-bodied reels with an attached line counter. The new low-profile Abu Garcia® Max DLC (Digital Line Counter) reels feature a digital line counter that has been integrated to be part of the reel design. A digital line counter allows for added functionality that is easier to use and is more accurate than a traditional mechanical line counter.
All this is delivered in a low-profile reel with five stainless steel bearings that provide smooth operation, and an ergonomic compact bent handle and drag star for all day comfort on the water. With 20 pounds of max-drag pressure, these reels are able to battle big fish with a combination of comfort and power.
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Strike King Report
Strike King Weedless Ned Head Jig
As the Ned rigging technique has developed, so has the creativity of anglers in applying it. Strike King has expanded Ned rig offerings to include the Tour Grade Weedless Ned Head.
Last year, Strike King presented the Tour Grade Ned Head to the industry. It featured a flat, mushroom shaped head for clean rigging, a 2/0 black nickel sickle hook for precise rigging and solid hook up ratios, and a wire hook keeper along the hook shank to hold baits firm.