Massachusetts lure-maker Al Gag sent me some of his new Whip-It Eels to field-test along Florida’s Big Bend coast and I’ve been anxiously waiting for the opportunity. That came yesterday when I spotted a nice cobia doing laps around a channel marker. I had an olive green 6-inch tail with one of his eel jig [...]
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Review: Shimano’s Terez Waxwing and TZCW70M rod
Shimano recently sent me one of the new Terez rods to field-test, along with some of the companion Waxwing swim jigs. The TZCW-70M casting model was designed for accurate casting for redfish and trout, but an article assignment gave me the chance to really put it through the test. Terez Waxwing rods are built with [...]
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Review: Guide’s Choice Lures — Bunka Boy
If you appreciate classic lure styles that not only catch fish but are nearly bullet-proof as well, check out the line from Guides Choice Tackle. Developed by light tackle expert Capt. Frank Crescitelli, these lures feature rugged construction, extra-strength hardware and enticing action. Styles include the Striper Slider, Old School Swimmer, No. 2 Pencil, M-80 [...]
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Hall ‘em in: Rat Dog Plug
There’s something mesmerizing about wooden lures, both to anglers and fish. Hall ‘Em In Lures takes that magic to a whole new level. These hand-crafted plugs are made from Spanish cedar and rugged hardware. After base coats and several layers of enamel color, each lure is dipped 3 times in West System epoxy for a [...]
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