TREND WATCH: FIRST-TIMERS

Fishing brands not normally associated with rods and reels are elbowing for room in this highly competitive space. It makes sense, as fans loyal to a favorite fishing brand are likely to try a rod or reel under the same banner. Mustad began its venture into specialty bass rods about a year ago and is now introducing the premium Instinct Elite series of spinning and baitcasting rods, which will have a lot of appeal with the hard-core bass angler. SPRO, known for its line of popular hard baits, enters the rod-and-reel market with the affordably priced Vortex-E reels and Slayer rods. Meanwhile, premium rod makers are adding reels to their portfolios. St. Croix recently jumped into the game an impressive series of spinners and baitcasters under the Seviin brand. Denali and Kistler…

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Game & Fish East (Digital) - 1 Issue, May 2024

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