Written By: EFFTEX Show
On Date: 18/3/2019
The annual Bassmaster Outdoor Expo, run alongside the Bassmaster Classic, has established itself as the largest event of its kind in the USA. Sponsored by Dick's Sporting Goods for the 11th year in a row, the event has become the place for manufacturers of bass fishing tackle and lures to present their new products for the forthcoming season. This year it is being held in the Knoxville Convention Center and the adjacent World Fair Exhibition Hall, covering 220,000 sqft across the two venues...
Jordan Lee aims to make it three-in-a-row Classic history in Knoxville
Can Jordan Lee make history and win the Bassmaster Classic for the third year running? That is the big question in the run-up to the 47th tournament which kicks off tomorrow in Knoxville, Tennessee. He is currently among just three anglers – Rick Clunn and the bass fishing mega star Kevin VanDam are the others – who have won back-to-back classics. The 27-year-old Mossy Oak Fishing Team pro said: “I have been frequently asked about my thoughts on winning three Classics in a row...
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Shimano North America unveils spring 2019 launches
The Bassmaster Classic Expo has established itself as a major launchpad for new bass fishing tackle and this year's show in Knoxville, Tennessee will be no exception. One company that has utilised the event to the full for new product introductions is Shimano North America and its four brands, Shimano, G.Loomis, PowerPro and Jackall...
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Elite tournament anglers take to water in Ranger Boats
Legendary boat brand Ranger Boats will be represented by 11 of the world's top professional bass anglers at the 2019 Bassmaster Classic. The elite group includes Skeet Reese, winner of the 2009 contest, and Jordan Lee, who is looking to become the only angler to ever win three consecutive Classics...
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Lew’s relaunches a classic at the Bassmaster Classic
Award-winning rod and reel manufacturer, Lew's will be relaunching a classic at the Bassmaster this weekend. It is introducing the new LFS (Lighter, Faster, Stronger) Speed Spool, designed for the competitive weekend angler looking for quality equipment at an affordable price. The Lew’s LFS Speed Spool houses a premium 10-bearing system...
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Strike King aims to create a storm with new Thunder Cricket
Top lure brand Strike King will be looking to create a storm at the Bassmaster Classic with its all-new Thunder Cricket. “The Thunder Cricket has the perfect action and vibration to get bass to bite. It also has all premium components to make sure that every bite makes it into your boat. There were no corners cut when we built this bad boy,∏ says Mark Zona, host of Zona’s Awesome Fishing Show...
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Funding pulled for UK fishing participation inititiave
The Angling Trades Association (ATA), the representative body for the tackle industry in the UK, is appealing to the trade to help ensure the future of National Fishing Month (NFM). NFM is the single biggest participation initiative in the UK and has introduced an estimated 300,000 newcomers to fishing since it was launched 27 years ago...
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Optimism courses through the veins of the Nantes sea fishing show
More visitors, more optimism, more sales. That was the verdict from exhibitors after the recent Salon de la Pêche en Mer, the annual consumer show held in Nantes, France. The event is considered one of the most important in the European calendar, but has been the subject of some criticism in recent years. However, organisers reported a 50% increase in attendance this year, to over 12,500, a claim validated by exhibitors spoken to by Angling International. “This was the best Nantes Show for a long time. There were many businesses and visitors and a...
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Daiwa UK surprises trade with launch of bait brand
Tackle giant Daiwa – famed for its rods and reels – has announced the launch of a major new brand in one of the most competitive sectors within the industry. The UK arm of the operation has introduced Advantage Baits in readiness for the new season. It will initially offer its retail stockists a variety of groundbaits, method boxes and hookbaits...
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Outdoor Expo becomes Mecca for new bass tackle launches