A couple of years back, myself and a good friend of mine (Dan Sissons) were enthusing over some custom fishing reels when it was suggested how awesome it would be to have a bright white fishing reel. It’s fair to say that the thought was most probably triggered as a result of Apple’s iPod domination of cool and the resulting trend in shiny, white sports cars, but the point was well made – we didn’t have an ultra cool, white fishing reel.
Tag: 2010
The Rise of UK Sea Fishing Tackle
48-hours after the Tackle & Guns Show and I’m left with the opinion that perhaps saltwater anglers have done best in terms of new tackle developments this year (maybe carp anglers last year). The sheer volume of new sea fishing gear, from budget to ultra high-end was noticeable and I’ve been trying to understand, why 2010/2011? First thoughts were towards a trend caused by the economy – but what? I guess sea angling stands out amongst other disciplines because it is perhaps the most accessible area of the sport where you can actually catch food for the table – that certainly seems plausible given the trend in home grown fruit and veg. Maybe all those celebrity chefs Continue reading “The Rise of UK Sea Fishing Tackle”
2010 Tackle & Guns Trade Show
Fishing-Tackle.co.uk were once again pleased to attend the Tackle & Guns Trade Show this week – the pinnacle of the fishing tackle calendar here in the UK. The Tackle & Guns team should be congratulated on another fantastic show – it’s always well organised right from gate and I’ve never heard a bad word said about Continue reading “2010 Tackle & Guns Trade Show”
New Daiwa Saltiga Z Reels for 2010?
There has been some talk on internet fishing forums & chat rooms that Daiwa will update the existing Saltiga Z range of heavy-duty spinning reels this year. If the rumours are true this might see Daiwa include their latest technologies in one of the best reels on the planet. New innovations like ‘Mag Sealed’ waterproofing could be included, as featured in this year’s release of the new Daiwa Certate in Japan.
Details are sketchy but it is rumoured that a new colour Continue reading “New Daiwa Saltiga Z Reels for 2010?”
Fish Pimp – 2010 Product Guide
Every nymph needs a pimp! – Fish Pimp
Man has been fly fishing for 500 years. And we still need all the help we can get.
When it comes to fishing, you want any edge you can get. Fish Pimp know this and makes a number of fly fishing accessories that you’ll learn to depend on – catching more fish. Fish Pimp use better thinking, better engineering and better materials. Here we take a look at what’s on offer in Continue reading “Fish Pimp – 2010 Product Guide”