KastKing, the leader in smart technology reels, is offering up another technological advancement and a global first by introducing the Mg-Ti Elite, the world’s first baitcasting reel with a titanium spool and shaft. As the ...
No compliance, no safeguards and no investment in innovation or product development. That is the scenario that creates an unfair playing field for established fishing tackle brands, undermines the sustainability of the sport and jeopardises ...
In an industry increasingly driven by speed, specialisation and differentiation, European tackle brands sourcing from China face a familiar challenge: how to find the right factories, manage them efficiently and turn ideas into finished products ...
The influence of the famed Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) technology is embedded in the thinking behind every rod series introduced by Shimano. From the predator-driven YASEI to the carp-focused Tribal TX series and match-orientated AERO, ...
Chinese lure manufacturer Goofun will use this year’s China Fish trade show to build on the momentum it generated at EFTTEX, offering international visitors a limited, appointment-only incentive aimed at emerging brands and distributors looking ...
Max Lester (above right), co-founder of Partners in Prime, writes: Amazon continues to divide opinion across the fishing industry. For some brands and distributors, it represents opportunity, for others, uncertainty and risk. Much of this ...
Shimano UK Sales and Marketing Manager Richard Maude has replaced retiring Ian Latham as Managing Director of the company. Maude (main picture), who joined Shimano in February 2023, took up his post this week in ...
Three fishing tackle industry figures are among the names on the shortlist for induction into the prestigious Bass Fishing Hall of Fame (BFHOF) . Lynn Reeves, one of the driving forces behind the award-winning Lew’s ...
Rapala VMC Corporation has agreed a distribution agreement that will see Okuma fishing tackle available in Australia from the beginning of next month. The Finnish tackle giant says that the move strengthens Rapala Australia’s overall ...
Is angling becoming cool again in the UK? Recent data shows that more young people are picking up rods and families are taking fishing holidays in the region. A report from the Angling Trust – ...
The UK-based Farlows Group has been recognised for the excellence of its customer experience with a top award. The company, which owns the prestigious Farlows store on London’s Pall Mall and the Sportfish brand, has ...
Boston Whaler – one of the world’s premium supplier’s of fishing boats – has become the latest sponsor of the European Predator Fishing Championship. The latest backer to join the high-profile sponsorship roster is a ...
Jim Murphy, Director of Fly Fishing and the face across the world of the iconic Pure Fishing brand, Hardy, has died. A pillar of the fly fishing community and a leader and mentor to many, ...
One of the world’s largest distributors of custom rod building products is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a commemorative 2026 catalogue. Florida-based Mud Hole Custom Tackle – part of the growing Foundation Outdoor Group – ...
New Danish tackle brand, Nordic Fieldsport, continues to strengthen its sales organisation with the appointment of an experienced industry professional who will be responsible for the Scandinavian region. Active in the sport fishing industry since ...
