The fly fishing industry gathered in Salt Lake City, USA this week for the return of the IFTD (International Fly Tackle Dealer) Show.
The event brought companies together to talk business, connect, network, showcase the latest products and honour those whose work has helped fly fishing.
After a two-year hiatus, the International Fly Tackle Dealer Show (IFTD) resumed this week in Salt Lake City, Utah. Simms Fishing Products returned to the trade show floor with a major presence and pulled back the curtain on two product lines designed and developed for performance-driven anglers.
Highly respected hook manufacturer and fly fishing brand distributor Tiemco is now offering the full Semperfli range of fly tying materials to the Japanese market.
After 40 years of pioneering and successful business, one of the best-known and biggest carp fishing retailers in Italy, La Mincio, is up for sale.
The purchase of owner Luca Foroni’s business assets would present a huge opportunity for an ambitious international group looking to penetrate deep into the Italian fishing market.
The European Fishing Tackle Trade Association (EFTTA), which works with the industry to promote and support the sport and its businesses, has now moved into new offices in Brussels, unveiling an updated logo at the same time.
Hook, lure and tackle giant Mustad Fishing has entered the rod market, unveiling eight initial ranges globally, covering a wide variety of techniques and disciplines.
More opportunities for sponsors, participants and the Dutch region where it is hosted are being promised following a deal to expand and grow the popular World Predator Classic event.
With yellowfin tuna fishing growing in popularity, Japanese manufacturer Zenaq has used its extensive experience to produce a specialist offshore casting rod range, the Tobizo.
The fly tackle world has a new brand – US-based Skwala – that says it is determined to push the limits of fly fishing apparel.
Skwala, based in the heart of fly fishing in southwest Montana, is being spearheaded by founder Kevin Sloan, who led the Sitka Gear business for nearly a decade.
With the growth of feeder fishing across Europe, demand has increased for the latest technological innovations to allow anglers to achieve success. Energofish’s iBite MS light is leading the way.
