Gear

ICAST 2016 New Products Preview

Manufacturers gave ICAST attendees a preview of the other products to be on display at this year's event

July 13, 2016

Rods, Reels and Tackle

Fin 153 Daybreak Gulf Special — Blackfin Rods, Fin 153 Daybreak Gulf Special: This new rod is perfect for daytime swordfish anglers fishing in areas with a light current, like the Florida Keys or Texas.Andrew Cox

Longtail Flippy Floppy — Squidnation Inc., Longtail Flippy Floppy: This product is intended to tease marlin, sailfish, tuna, wahoo and mahi mahi by depicting a fish attacking a small school of bait fish.Andrew Cox

Zero Degree DHR — Terminal Tackle, Zero Degree DHR: With a heavier-than-usual girth and welded eyes, this is more than a normal double hook rig.Andrew Cox

Makaira Spinning Reel — Okuma Fishing Tackle, Makaira Spinning Reel: Forged aluminum and stainless steel, this new reel from Okuma brings anglers to elite big-game fishing.Andrew Cox

AbrazX Musky/Pike Leader — Seaguar, AbrazX Musky/Pike Leader: Made to target toothy fish, this line features amazing knot and tensile strength and is virtually invisible under water.Andrew Cox

Apparel

Rafael — Costa Sunglasses, Rafael: These sunglasses feature a wide temple design, wrap-style shape, Costa's signature venting system and Hydrolite temple tips and nose pads.Andrew Cox

AeroFlex Tek Shirt — PELAGIC, AeroFlex Tek Shirt: The new apparel offers quad-stretch fabric combined with cooling properties. Water and stain repellent treatments keep anglers fresh when things get messy on the water.Andrew Cox

ChromaPop Lens Technology — Smith, ChromaPop Lens Technology: These sunglasses' lightweight and durable frames are good to tackle any adventure on the water.Andrew Cox

Kryptek Yeti Ankle Deck Boot — XTRATUF, Kryptek Yeti Ankle Deck Boot: XTRATUF and Kryptek collaborate on a new deck boot combining each's best features. It features the XPressCool liner that eliminates moisture and creates a cooling sensation when feet begin to sweat. XTRATUF's slip-resistant Chevron outsole keeps anglers sure-footed.Andrew Cox

Spencer Yachts Hybrid Shorts — Fathom Offshore, Spencer Yachts Hybrid Shorts: This no-frills apparel option fits the Spencer Yachts brand, which provides a shorts option with maximum movability even while climbing ladders.Andrew Cox

Grundens Fish Head Short — Grundens Fish Head Short: This new apparel is designed for athletic, onboard movement and includes thoughtful fishing features, such as a spacious tool pocket.Andrew Cox

Challenger Jacket — Simms Fishing Products, Challenger Jacket: Fully taped seams provide 100 percent waterproof protection and the adjustable storm hood keeps anglers warm and dry, even while running on the boat.Andrew Cox

Accessories

ChaserTini — ORCA Coolers, ChaserTini: This is a sippy cup for adults to get excited about, as it keeps every part of your shaken icy drink as chilled as the first sip.Andrew Cox

Sportfisher 2 Moonphase — Hook + Gaff Watch Co., Sportfisher 2 Moonphase: Hook + Gaff's new creation has a lightweight heat-resistant titanium case, scratch-proof sapphire glass, screw down crown for water tightness to 200m and unique left side crown placement for comfort in active angling conditions.Andrew Cox

Blade Station — Top Shelf Marine Products, Blade Station: Turning a bucket into a knife storage station, this product provides convenience for anglers.Andrew Cox

Green Stand-Up Belt — Green Stand-Up BeltAndrew Cox

Hopper Flip 12 — Yeti, Hopper Flip 12: The wide-mouth opening and leakproof zipper make for easy access to your food and drinks without sacrificing durability or portability.Andrew Cox

Challenger Tackle Bag — Simms Fishing Products, Challenger Tackle Bag: The transparent lid allows a view of the interior of this spacious bag, which has a water-resistant bottom to protect gear.Andrew Cox

Electronics

GPSMAP 8624 24-inch MFD — Garmin International, GPSMAP 8624 24-inch MFD: The HD display with pinch-to-zoom touchscreen control makes the GPSMap from Garmin an appealing addition to any angler's boat.Andrew Cox

GMR Fantom 4 Radar — Garmin International, GMR Fantom 4 Radar: The detection range is from 20 to 72 nautical miles.Andrew Cox

SURPA Series SMX22/EOS Series SMX92 — Lumishore, SURPA Series SMX22/EOS Series SMX92: The SURPA Series SMX22, left, is a surface mount, dual-colored underwater LED light that is capable of shining blue and white light at the same time, without sacrificing brightness. The EOS Series SMX92 provides sound-to-light entertainment simply by connecting the audio output to the EOS mini controller, and pre-programmed and customizable color modes, sweeps and strobes provide versatility.Andrew Cox

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