Fishing Tackle Retailer

10/19/2026

Built for early-season waterfowl, mild-climate wet hunts and archery, the Ridge Runner Pro delivers a practical combination of dry-hand comfort, secure grip and precise equipment control.

The Ridge Runner Pro features a three-layer construction that pairs a lightweight comfort-stretch outer shell with a 100 percent waterproof, breathable, wind-blocking membrane and soft microfleece lining. The result is a glove designed to keep hands dry and comfortable through cool-to-cold conditions while allowing moisture v***r to escape, which keeps your hands from being cold and clammy. It’s available in one of the world’s most popular and versatile camouflage patterns: Mossy Oak Original Bottomland.

A tailored, second-skin fit supports natural hand movement and the fine motor control required when safely handling fi****ms, bows and other hunting equipment.

Hunt Monkey is expanding its hunting glove lineup for Fall/Winter 2026 with the new Ridge Runner Pro Lightweight Waterproof Glove, designed for hunters who need reliable weather protection without sacrificing dexterity.

10/19/2026

FOOTHILL RANCH, CA – Freshwater trout are arguably the most cosmetically stunning specimens in angling—characterized by intricate markings, vivid lateral bands, and precise, iridescent halo spotting. They are masterpieces of natural design.

Capturing that level of aesthetic beauty on a hardbait chassis requires moving beyond standard production paint schemes. By utilizing ultra-fine scale patterns, precise tonal transitions, and advanced multilayer finishes, DAIWA has flawlessly replicated the organic complexity of these premier salmonids with the new trout-centric TD MINNOW 95SP suspending jerkbait lineup.

The New Color Roster

Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Patriot, Peacock, Wild Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, Bond, Baby Fry and Matte Wakasagi, this expansion brings an elite level of cosmetic realism to the proven multispecies 3.75-inch frame.

DAIWA’s anatomically-accurate TD MINNOW 95SP suspending jerkbait lineup expands with authentic forage patterns.

10/14/2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — If approved by voters this November, Amendment 83 would establish a constitutional right to hunt and fish in Colorado while keeping the state’s authority to manage fish and wildlife based on science.

“Protecting fishing opportunities matters not just to Colorado anglers, but to the nationwide sportfishing industry,” said Glenn Hughes, president and CEO of the American Sportfishing Association. “Our businesses depend on people having the freedom and opportunity to fish, and on states recognizing the value fishing brings to their communities. Amendment 83 is an important statement about the place fishing should continue to hold in Colorado and across the country.”

In addition to establishing a constitutional right to hunt and fish, Amendment 83 would also establish hunting and fishing as the preferred means of responsibly managing fish and wildlife populations.

This week, 127 companies and organizations from across the recreational fishing industry joined a letter in support of Colorado Amendment 83.

10/14/2026

GUNTERSVILLE, ALA. — Duckett Fishing introduces the new Crappie Slayer, an update to its established panfish rod featuring a carbon-reinforced handle system and low-profile cork grip. Whether anglers are shooting docks, casting swimbaits, or targeting fish with forward facing sonar, the newly improved Crappie Slayer delivers tournament-level performance at an exceptional value.

Built on Duckett Fishing’s proven Sensi-Touch™ multi-modulus blank platform, the rod features the company’s advanced Halo-Sanding process to reduce weight and increase sensitivity. 316 stainless steel guides maximize casting performance and line control, helping anglers detect the lightest bites and the backbone to finish the fight.

At the heart of the new Crappie Slayer is its improved, carbon-reinforced handle system paired with a low-profile cork grip.

A fresh update to the previous model combines sensitivity, balance, and power for today’s crappie fishing techniques.

10/14/2026

Your weekly look at how ASA’s government affairs team is hard at work supporting sound fisheries policies throughout the country.

10/13/2026

Fairview, PA — FishUSA Wholesale is proud to announce that it has been selected as an authorized wholesale distributor of St. Croix rods and SEVIIN reels. The agreement is part of St. Croix’s first expansion into wholesale distribution, creating new opportunities for independent fishing retailers to offer the legendary rod brand to their customers.

“For the first time, retailers will be able to access St. Croix products through an authorized wholesale partner, and we are incredibly proud that FishUSA Wholesale was chosen to help lead that expansion,” said Billy Hines, Director of Merchandising. “St. Croix is one of the most trusted names in fishing, and this partnership reflects our commitment to helping independent retailers stock the brands and products their customers want most.”

For decades, St. Croix has earned the trust of anglers and retailers through its commitment to performance and craftsmanship. By adding St.

Historic expansion gives independent fishing retailers a new way to stock one of the industry’s most respected brands.

10/13/2026

New Smyrna Beach, FL —Bajío Sunglasses, the independently owned, water-driven performance eyewear brand, today announced the latest edition of its Temples of Change giveback collection, created in partnership with Casting for Recovery (CfR), the national nonprofit that provides no-cost fly-fishing retreats for women with breast cancer, and FisheWear, the women-owned fishing apparel and design brand. The collection is available now via this link, timed to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and marks Bajío's latest collaboration for Temples of Change, the brand’s ongoing giveback series that pairs a limited-edition frame release with a conservation or community partner.

The collection features two limited-edition Bajío frames, each finished with an original Fishe pattern printed directly onto the temple.

Limited-edition frames featuring original Fishe artwork will fund free fly-fishing retreats for women in breast cancer treatment and recovery.

10/12/2026

Ladson, SC – There’s a certain magic in feeling the pulse of a small bladed jig and watching it disappear in a flash of color as a panfish, trout, or pond bass darts from cover to crush it. The unique effectiveness of that unmistakable ChatterBait® vibration made Z-Man’s FlashBack® Mini an ultralight staple for years, and it helped inspire the new Micro Finesse ChatterBait® lure. With upgraded components, the perfect ElaZtech® trailer, and a stainless bait keeper that locks trailers firmly in place, the micro‑sized bladed jig packs familiar ChatterBait action into a premium, multispecies‑ready design.

Several years of testing with renowned Bait Finesse System (BFS) enthusiast Jimmy Ly helped refine the bait’s final form, but the focus of the design is simple: deliver reliable ChatterBait action in a smaller, more responsive package that excels with panfish, trout, bass, and other BFS and ultralight‑tackle targets.

Z-Man® unveils premium, micro-sized bladed jig built for multispecies versatility.

10/08/2026

MUSKEGON, Mich. – The mornings have teeth again. There's frost on the boat cover and steam rolling off the lake, and that first run across open water cuts right through a hooded sweatshirt. Fall is here, and so are two of Whitewater Fishing's most popular pieces, the Thermoclyne Hooded Jacket and the Thermoclyne Vest.

Neither one needs much of an introduction anymore. Since launching last fall, the jacket has earned a perfect 5.0-star rating from customers, and the vest sits right behind it at 4.8. Anglers don't hand out numbers like that lightly.

Named for the Lake

The name is a nod to the thermocline, the boundary in a lake where a warmer layer of water sits on top of a colder one. Whitewater swapped the "i" for a "y" and built two garments that work the same way: a lightweight barrier that keeps your warmth in and the cold out.

Whitewater didn't skimp on style, either.

Whitewater Fishing's Thermoclyne Hooded Jacket and Thermoclyne Vest return for the cold-weather season with top-shelf reviews, packable warmth and a sharp look that works on and off the water.

10/06/2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Fish Habitat Partnership (NFHP) announced a new set of National Conservation Priorities for Aquatic Habitat Conservation for 2026–2031, establishing a five-year framework to guide collaborative efforts to protect, restore, and enhance fish habitat across the United States. Under the National Fish Habitat Through Partnerships Act, the National Fish Habitat Board (Board) is charged with establishing national goals and priorities for fish habitat conservation. The newly adopted priorities fulfill that responsibility while providing strategic direction for the fish habitat community, including NFHP and its 20 Fish Habitat Partnerships, as they work with states, federal agencies, Tribes, conservation organizations, local communities, industry, and other partners. The priorities are focused on conserving fish habitat to support clean water, increased fish populations, and improved public access.

Five-year priorities will guide national efforts to conserve clean water, reconnect aquatic habitats, and sustain healthy and productive fisheries.