Westin signs first full-time pro predator angler
Westin Fishing’s long-term sales representative Daniel Nilsson has become its marketing and content specialist on the water, effectively making him Europe’s first full-time professional predator angler. The Scandinavian tackle brand is at the forefront of the European predator tackle industry, continuously launching a steady stream of innovative, long-lasting fish-catching products. This is the Danish-based brand’s DNA, which is...
Rapala adds ‘chunky, funky’ family member
Meet the newest member of Rapala’s Shadow Rap family – the Fat Jack! This compact little rattling lure is a lot stronger than it looks, thanks to its wire-through construction. The Shadow Rap Fat Jack is long-casting and dives fast when cranked. With a very slow rise on the pause, it perfectly imitates the fade of a dying baitfish. Designed for slow presentations with a steady retrieve and built with a subtle natural rattle...
Plenty in store from Plano
Storage solutions expert Plano has released details of a series of products designed for anglers who travel but want to protect their rods and reels. The firm, well-known for its lure and tackle storage boxes, has a range of storage options for rods and reels to ensure they arrive at your destination in tip-top condition. The Guide Series Reel Locker provides complete protection to ensure your reels operate smoothly and efficiently...
Costa Sunglasses offers ‘freedom’ to veterans
Top-quality, on-water eyewear brand Costa Sunglasses has unveiled a special line of frames – the Freedom Series – designed to highlight its partnership with US veteran outdoor experience initiative, Freedom Fighter Outdoors. The Freedom Series sunglasses feature many of the most popular Costa frame styles in patriotic-inspired colours, while supporting FFO’s aim to help get veterans out on the water and participating in recreational...
Pitman Creek Wholesale digs deep for expansion
Work has started on the construction of a giant warehouse with space for further expansion in the future for one of the US’ leading tackle distributors, Pitman Creek Wholesale. The firm has begun work on a 205,000 sq ft warehouse and has an additional 200,000 sq ft pad earmarked for future development at the site in Stanford, Kentucky. Company president and CEO James Coffey said: “This expansion brings Pitman Creek full circle. We...
