ICAST

Welcome to the official Facebook home for the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades, better known as ICAST.

ICAST, a trade only show, is produced by the American Sportfishing Association. For more info visit www.ICASTfishing.org.

08/12/2026

More than 870 products competed in this year’s ICAST New Product Showcase, and at the Awards Reception, the Best of Category winners across 39 categories were crowned. Now it’s your turn to decide which of those 39 winners deserves the 2026 Anglers’ Choice Award!

Every voter is automatically entered for a chance to win exclusive prizes, including the grand prize of two tickets to ICAST 2027.

VOTE NOW! 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊 𝐈𝐍 𝐁𝐈𝐎

08/06/2026

"We heard it's the biggest and the best..."

They heard it right 🫰🏽

Welcome first time exhibitor, Miracle Mist Inc !!

07/29/2026

After a jam-packed week of networking, business meetings, product testing and a full slate of new events, this year’s show will go down as one of 🚨the most successful ICASTs in recent memory.

07/28/2026

Calling all anglers – it’s time to cast your vote!

ICAST 2026 is over, but we still have one more award to give out... and this one is decided by you! Over the next few weeks, anglers everywhere will have the chance to review the ICAST Best of Category winners and vote for their favorite product to win the Anglers’ Choice Award! Not only that, but your vote enters you in a drawing to win exclusive prizes, including a grand prize trip for two to ICAST 2027! To vote, tap the link in bio.

07/28/2026

Advice to someone wanting to work in the fishing industry, with industry legends!

Kevin Van Dam (KVD) is the most well known and legendary tournament bass fisherman of all time. His brand partnerships and industry relationships are long standing, with amazing companies. Kevin VanDam

The Shedd family, Owners and Operators of AFTCO, have built one of the oldest, strongest and most impactful for our fisheries (through their 10% Pledge program) businesses in the fishing industry. It’s no mistake why everyone wears AFTCO and employees don’t leave. (3rd generation and President Casey Shedd left, 2nd Generation and Chairman Bill Shedd right). AFTCO

Mike Valster built what I know to be the most dialed in, successful, multifaceted brand focused fishing business. Outdoor Brand Team is a Rep Group, a Marketing Agency, they’re Product Developers & have a strong Pro-Staff Management program. Working with all of the right brands and anglers. Names like Gamakatsu, Sunline, AFTCO, Missile Baits and working with anglers like Jason Christie, Drew Cook, Mike Iaconelli, Drew Benton & more.

Rob Shane is the Public Affairs Manager for The American Sportfishing Association, who puts on ICAST. He’s seen and learned about fishing businesses, come, go and build staying power.

ICAST is the place to be to work in and learn about the fishing business. Come to ICAST, it’s good for ya and your business!

🎥 Jake Hutcheson

ICAST 2026 Plays Host to a Bevy of New Opportunities & Experiences for the Sportfishing Industry - ASA

07/27/2026

ICAST 2026 is officially in the books, and what a week it was.

From increased retailer participation and more than 540 exhibitors to exciting new events like Meet The Market, Retailer Leadership Breakfast and ICAST Live!, this year's show proved once again why ICAST is where the sportfishing industry comes together to do business.

Thank you to every exhibitor, retailer, media member, sponsor and attendee who helped make ICAST 2026 one of our most successful shows yet. We can't wait to do it again!

ICAST 2026 Plays Host to a Bevy of New Opportunities & Experiences for the Sportfishing Industry - ASA

07/17/2026

It takes a village to bring ICAST to life, and we’re incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make ICAST 2026 our best show yet.

To our exhibitors, retailers, buyers, media, sponsors, speakers, partners, volunteers, contractors and the dedicated ASA staff working behind the scenes, thank you. Your passion, collaboration and commitment are what make ICAST the premier sportfishing trade show in the world.

Every connection made, every new product unveiled, and every opportunity created this week is a testament to what our industry can accomplish when we come together.

From all of us at the American Sportfishing Association, thank you for being part of ICAST 2026. Safe travels, and we’ll see you next year.

Want your business to be the top-listed Gym/sports Facility in Alexandria?

Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.

Location

Alexandria

Contact the business

Click here to send a message to the business

Telephone

+17035199691

Website

http://www.ICASTfishing.org/

Address

1001 N Fairfax Street, Ste 501
Alexandria, VA
22314