At the recent International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades (ICAST)—the world’s largest sportfishing trade show—manufacturers unveiled the latest in fishing tackle, electronics, boats, apparel, and accessories. A standout feature of the event is the New Product Showcase, and some of the winning products are highlighted here.

Fly Fishing Rods: St. Croix’s Imperial Fly rods enter their 9th generation with high-modulus, high-strain SCIV carbon matrix construction bolstered by St. Croix’s IPC, FRS, TET & SPF tech. 7 versatile models from 3 to 8 wt. feature Fuji stripping guides, machined aluminum reel seats, and premium-grade cork handles.

Fly Fishing Reels: The multiplier version of Loop’s famous Classic fly reel is designed for powerful fish and rapid line recovery. The 2.5:1 ratio recovers more than twice the line of a traditional single-action reel with every turn of the handle.

Fly Lines & Accessories: Simms Fishing Products’ Scout Slingback redefines on-water pack design, delivering the accessibility of a sling pack with the carrying capacity and balance of a backpack. From the integrated workstation and magnetic fly docking stations to the third-hand rod holder, the Scout Slingback keeps anglers fishing longer.

Fly Fishing Technical Apparel: Simms Fishing Products’ all-new G3Z Pro sets the benchmark for guide-caliber wader performance. Built with an entirely new GORE-TEX textile featuring pinhole puncture-resistant, 4-layer wader fabric, it’s designed for anglers and guides who spend more days on the water than off.

Fly Tying Tools & Accessories: Ashgar Export Kampus’s Premium Quality Fly Tying Tools Kit is a 3-piece, Premium Quality Fly Tying Tools Kit featuring a 4-inch razor scissors, removable bobbin and bobbin threader.

Terminal Tackle: G-Ratt Baits’ Urchin Rig features three hook options and several weight sizes to rig urchin-style baits. Replacement hook packs available.

Tackle Management: BUZBE Basic Deep—Urchin Bait Box. The hottest new bait style finally has a storage solution featuring custom, wire-post organizers, lock-in dividers that won’t shift, and BUZBE’s rugged waterproof construction.

Kids’ Tackle: Rather Outdoors’ Zebco Bottomland Spincast Combo pairs strength with a compact, travel-ready design. Mossy Oak Bottomland camo targets bream, crappies, panfish and perch. The size 20 spincast reel features no-tangle design and comes pre-spooled with 6-pound Zebco line for instant use. Ideal for beginners.

Fishing Accessory: Rapala’s High-Capacity Line Remover makes high-speed line removal easy and comfortable. Collapsible paddles allow the line to easily be removed and discarded. Built to handle multiple reels at one time.

Cutlery/Hand Pliers/Tools: BUBBA’s Pro Series Gen 2 Electric Fillet Knife has a 20 percent slimmer handle, proprietary paddle trigger, next-generation brushless motor, and species-specific blade technology for unmatched comfort, control, power, & efficiency.

Coolers: Engel Coolers’ 3-Bottle Wine & Champagne Cooler is built tough for the cockpit, dock, or deck. It keeps wine chilled up to 12 hours (longer with ice) and holds 3 wine or two champagne bottles. Cheese board, tray, and opener included.

Be sure to check next week’s MWO Insider for more ICAST winners.

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