Check out a bunch of new fishing tackle for 2018 here!
Abu Garcia Revo Premier (RVO4)
The new fourth generation of their most popular Revo line of reels boasts five new reels using their latest technologies. The Premier is the workhorse in the top tier of the line feature 11 bearings, 24-pounds of Carbon Matrix Drag, Infinitely Variable Centrifugal Braking system, on an X-Craftic Alloy Frame. $299.95
Abu Garcia Revo X and Winch spinning reels
Abu Garcia added to its line of high quality spinning reels with the new fourth generation Revo X and new Revo Winch spinning reel. The Revo Winch has 9 bearings, 11 pounds of drag and a 4.7:1 ratio and AMGearing, IM-C6 body construction, K-Clutch anti-reverse and offers 25 inches per turn on the 30 size reel while holding 180 yards of 10 pound line for $159.95. While the X features 7 bearings, 10 pounds of drag at 6.2:1 ratio and up to 40 inches per turn on the 40 size reel for $99.95.
Abu Garcia Revo X Spinning and Baitcasting Combos
Choose the Revo X Spinning combo or the Revo X LP baitcaster combo. These reels are 7 and 8 ball bearing reels respectively on 30-ton graphite rods for a high-quality combo at an affordable price. $149.95
Abu Garcia Revo Winch, Inshore, SX and X reels
Built with every budget and angler in mind, the new line of fourth generation Revos will surely have something for everyone. Built with the new technologies at Abu Garcia including X2-Craftic frames, Carbon Matrix drag, Everslik coated pinion shaft, DuraClutch design and more. The SX reel features 10 ball bearings and 24 pounds drag at $159 while the X features 8 ball bearings and 18-pounds of drag with the MagTrax brake system at $99. The Winch has power cranking in mind and has 9 bearings, 24 pounds drag, 180 yard of 30-pound line capacity and a 5.4:1 gear ratio for $199.95. And the Revo Inshore has 7 ball bearings, oversized handle, dual anti-reverse systems for backup on tough fights and 24-pounds drag for $249.95.
Daiwa Tactical Backpack
This is the new high-end tackle system offering from Daiwa. It’s based on a 3 box stacking system that is accessible from the side. It is built on a rigid frame that won’t collapse and rugged zippers and double stitched materials to last for many years of fishing abuse. MSRP $149.99.
Daiwa Neko Rig Plastics
Daiwa created exclusive soft plastic baits designed for the Neko-rig technique with the help of Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits. The line of new baits features the 5-inch Neko Fat and 5.8-inch and 6.5-inch Neko Straight. They are available in the ten most popular Senko colors and are available now at Daiwa dealers starting at $7.49 per pack.
Daiwa Tatula Elite Bass Rods
Designed individually by each one of Daiwa’s prostafff, each rod was designed by the specific blank, lengths, handles, actions, tapers, powers and different guides chosen by the anglers. The Tatula Elite Series Bass Rods feature SVF™ Nanoplus Super Volume Fiber blanks for increased sensitivity and less weight. Crankbait rods are designed with GLATECH™ fiberglass / graphite construction needed for a slower reacting blank with either Daiwa exclusive Air Guide System (AGS) for more sensitivity or Fuji® Alconite guides. From $179.
Daiwa Tatula SV TW Reel
The Tatula SV TW reels are the flagships in the new Tatula line that incorporate Daiwa’s newest technologies like SV Concept for no backlash even with finesse lures. Also featuring the T-Wing System for no friciton on the cast, corrosion resistant bearings, Ultimate Tournament Drag for powerful hooksets and bold styling, the Tatula SV TW matches perfectly with the new Tatula Elite rods.
Daiwa Fuego Combo
This new $150 combo features the new Fuego CT Baitcasting reel with two available option quality graphite blanks and cork handles. You can choose from the Fuego 100H 6.3:1 reel and a 6-foot, 6-inch medium heavy rod or the Fuego 100HS 7.3:1 and a 7-foot medium rod.
Daiwa Ballistic LT
These new reels were based on the new LT design of lighter but tougher reels that will last a long time in freshwater, inshore and even offshore applications. With Zaion frame, aircraft grade DIGGIGEAR gearing, MAGSEAL, 7-bearing system, this reel was meant to be a top of the line workhorse spinning reel for serious anglers.
BB1 Pro Speed Spool
The new 10 bearing reel features a zero reverse anti-reverse, QuietCast braking system, and a one-piece aluminum frame with a braid ready spool and Speed Dial line indicator that holds 160 yards of 12 pound line. It’s made for ultra long casts and a constant steady feel for cranking deep water. $199.99.
David Fritts Crank Back baitcasting combo
This combo features an all-purpose 7-foot medium heavy action cranking rod matched with a 5.4:1 Speed Spool that features a 5 bearing system with a Zero Reverse anti-reverse system. It’s meant to be a great combo to serve many purposes from deep crankbaits, spinnerbaits, lipless crankbaits, buzzbaits and swimbaits while the angler can feel the action of his lures in the handle. This combo will retail for $99.99.
Team Lew’s Hyper Mag Speed Spool SLP
Featuring the lowest profile and the lightest build at 5.4 ounces, the Hyper Mag Speed Spool SLP boast a magnesium frame, C45 Carbon side plates and 11 ball bearings. The casts can be dialed in perfectly with the 27 position SpeedCast ACB system. It’s 95mm aluminum handle features Winn Dri-Tac grips with 20 pounds of drag power. This will be the new flagship reel in their lineup at $299.99.
Team Lew’s Custom Pro Rods Mark Rose Ledge Series
Introducing 6 new models of rods specifically designed for ledge fishing by premier ledge angler Mark Rose, this lineup includes an impressive 9-footer for super deep cranking with extra deep crankbaits. They feature exclusive Nano technology with multilayered resins and graphite for lightweight but powerful backbones for throwing big baits and fighting big fish. The full grips are constructed from A-Grade cork with EVA and Duracork inlays. They are extremely comfortable rods to fish with. $259.99
Lew’s Super Duty Speed Spool LFS
Lew’s Super Duty reel gets a total redesign for 2018 plus an added flipping switch in a much smaller footprint with a one-piece aluminum frame. The side plates are SoftTouch Armor finish for durability. It has 11 bearings with a 34mm deep spool to hold 150 yards of 12-pound test with 20 pounds of drag power and a 95mm handle. The 8.3:1 model has a flipping switch. $179.99.