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Witness an epic snook fishing adventure! We spotted a massive school on a sand flat and landed a grumpy, beautiful snook. You won’t believe this catch!

26BG Born For Big Game The Series Part #1

THE LEGEND CONTINUES PART # 1

An epic five-part video series featuring the new 2026 DAIWA BG.

Built for battle. Tested on the water.

Join us in the incredibly productive waters of Crystal River, Florida, as we put the next generation of BG to the test against hard-fighting saltwater species.

Five Episodes. One Legendary Reel.

Dog Fight Popping Rods
The most technologically advanced popping rods ever produced.

When anglers seek to achieve what others find impossible, there is no room for error or incompetent equipment and those rumored behemoth size tuna thought only attainable by commercial equipment or harpoon now face the SALTIGA DOGFIGHT rod series.

The SALTIGA DOGFIGHT Rods are engineered to tame jumbo and cow tuna into submission with power, precision, and durability. Designed using Daiwa’s proprietary EXPERT SENSE SIMULATION (ESS) technology, these rods were systematically tested and analyzed for maximized energy flow and intuitive angler feel. This process determines the optimal positioning for where and how the rod applies pressure and strength with precise calculation to let anglers apply maximum pressure without overwhelming the fisherman behind the reel.

Built with HVF graphite, the rod features dense graphite that efficiently transfers energy for maximum casting distance and pulling power while remaining lighter than expected. New X 45 X FULLSHIELD construction Increases responsiveness and provides faster recovery speed while also reinforcing the blank and improving casting accuracy.

When it comes to casting, the SALTIGA DOGFIGHT features a FUJI RV stripper guide that enables excellent line release with heavy braid-leader connections.

Anglers will note the rods come in two pieces. The upper full rod with guides and the lower handle section fit together with ample security using Daiwa’s new V-JOINT ALPHA. This new version of V-JOINT incorporates Nanoplus technology to make the connection more fluid, lighter, and stronger.

With lengths ranging from 7’1” to 8’4” and a max braid ratings of 120lbs, the new SALTIGA DOGFIGHT series is ready to send you into the fight of your life to BREAK YOUR RECORD.

Evan Kung just won the St. Lawrence River Bassmaster Elite with a four-day total of 109-9 pounds! Evan broke the all-time heaviest 4-day total for smallmouth along the way! Here is a recap of his week. Great job, Evan!

The 2026 Bassmaster Elite Series is coming to a close; the crowd is huge here at the expo, waiting for the weigh-in to start! Chris Johnston wraps up a great season... Congratulations to all of our Team Daiwa pros on an amazing year!

Conditions have changed here at the St. Lawrence River on Championship Sunday, Evan Kung left the dock in second place with one thing on his mind…….lifting tha blue trophy this afternoon! Go get ‘em, Evan

It all comes down to this final Championship Sunday on the St. Lawrence River! Cory Johnston checked in just before takeoff this morning; be sure to follow along all day LIVE on Bassmaster.com!

A three-day total of 81-13 has Evan Kung sitting in 2nd place heading into Championship Sunday on the St. Lawrence River! Here is a quick recap of his day!

Cory Johnston checked in after the Day 3 weigh-in on the St. Lawrence River. Here is a quick recap of his day!

Cody Meyer wraps up the St.Lawrence River and a great 2026! Cody made eight of nine cuts and will be fishing in the 2027 Bassmaster Classic!