The fly tackle industry deserves – and demands – a flagship event to network and do business and that is exactly what The AFFTA Confluence will deliver this September… not just in the USA for the global trade.
The world is getting smaller and competitive tournament bass fishing is playing its part. Along with growing the sport – and the sale of rods, reels, lures, line and more designed for it – it continues to attract anglers from way beyond the traditional US ‘Bible belt’. It truly has gone global.
While the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trade Show (ICAST) held each July is the highlight event for the American Sportfishing Association (ASA), the recreational fishing industry’s body continues to dedicate substantial efforts to its annual Sportfishing Summit.
By John Mazurkiewicz
Rod blank and component supplier Batson Enterprises has always been a family affair. Founded by Bob Batson back in 2000, it’s now run by his son Bill with other family members and Bill’s own children now involved, including son Keller…
UK-based fly tying materials manufacturer Semperfli has always gone the extra mile for its customers. TTW finds out why the company is one step ahead of the game when it comes to supplying products and helping dealers sell it.
US apparel and accessory giant Simms and conservation organisation Trout Unlimited have joined forces to launch a movement to connect anglers with more than just fish.
ICAST 2022 – the huge US-based tackle trade show – is nearly upon us. As the industry descends on Orlando, Florida this July, here’s our guide to tackling the show the right way by taking advantage of these can’t-miss opportunities.
In the mid 1990s Fladen developed its “Fladen Rescue System” with certified flotation suits, jackets, BiB and lifejackets that will help you in case of emergency, but also keep you comfortable during fishing. They are just as crucial today…
NRS Fishing’s mission is to provide the equipment, inspiration and expertise that empower adventure-seeking anglers on the water. Its latest raft series has been built to help them ‘Catch The Adventure’…
The Progressive Spin series of rods from Polish brand Mikado is a family created for angling for predatory fish in all sorts and sizes of rivers. It can, though, be easily applied also during angling trips to any stagnant waters.
More and more young people are embracing fishing in all its forms. Svendsen Sport has not only recognised that but is driving this change through its brands its understanding that this is not just a pastime, it is lifestyle people choose.
Fresh from a record year in 2021 and with big plans for the coming year, UK-based bait brand Fjuka is bringing something new to the market – the next generation of trout pastes.
It’s not Disney Land but for tackle dealers the ICAST trade show, located near Mickey Mouse’s largest theme park in Orlando, Florida, may be even better.
