SPRINGFIELD, Mo. Jan. 25, 2023 – The Bass Fishing Hall of Fame’s Board of Directors proudly announces the opportunity for grassroots organizations to apply for the Hall’s 2023 conservation grants, which are a key pillar of the Hall’s mission of celebrating, promoting and preserving the sport of bass fishing, Since 2020, the Hall has provided more […]
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Every tournament in the 2023 Yamaha Rightwaters Bassmaster Kayak Series powered by TourneyX has been expanded to two days as anglers compete around the country for the Dakota Lithium Bassmaster Kayak Series Angler of the Year title <em><span>Photo by Mark CisnerosBASS<span><em><u><u><u><u> BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — After crowning its first Angler of the Year in 2022, the Yamaha […]
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The donation on behalf of Pure Fishing will help the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources bring fishing experiences to urban areas across the state ALEXANDRIA, VA (January 24th, 2023) – The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) has announced a partnership with Pure Fishing to equip a Take Me Fishing™ Mobile First Catch Center for the […]
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Wally Marshall Inducted Into the 2023 Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame Strike King and Lew’s, two legendary brands that have worked shoulder to shoulder with crappie legend Wally Marshall, are pleased to congratulate their longtime friend and partner on his induction into the Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame. “Make no mistake, Wally is […]
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The start of a new year brings the beginning of boat show season for the $170 billion U.S. recreational boating industry and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), which represents 85 percent of the country’s recreational boat, marine engine and accessory manufacturers. The recreational boating industry is preparing to welcome an estimated two million Americans to dozens […]
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As part of this year’s Top 100: Top Dealer awards, Boating Industry has recognized seven companies with special “Best in Class” awards, for companies that particularly excelled in one area of their business. Below are the Best in Class award recipients for 2022. Best Industry Advocate Watersports CentralBuford, Georgia WaterSports Central, headquartered in Buford, Ga., has […]
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The Bass University Catches Top Bass Fishing Professionals back in the Classroom in Anderson, SC – Gadsden, AL and Athens, TX! Founded in 2009 by Mike Iaconelli and Pete Gluszek, The Bass University (BU) offers acclaimed bass fishing education programs in three formats: online, in the classroom, and on the water. The Bass University builds […]
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The Coast Guard recently stopped five lanchas with 22 Mexican fishermen engaged in illegal fishing near Texas. Courtesy US Coast Guard The Coast Guard recently detained 22 Mexican citizens for allegedly poaching nearly 600 pounds of red snapper and sharks near the Texas coast. Boat crews, air crews and the Cutter Jacob Poroo caught the […]
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After two years in development, Sawgrass Fishing Rods (SFR) is excited to announce its North American launch. SFR’s approach is centered around two core philosophies. First, SFR delivers purpose driven fishing tools designed by anglers and for anglers. Secondly, SFR is built on excellent, prompt, and direct customer service. Sawgrass’s purpose driven design helps anglers […]
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Just a year-and-a-half ago, RP Elite Motors and Marine became the official dealer for Skater Powerboats in the United States. Since then, the Dallas-area based dealership, which also offers an array of custom-built trucks, has sold three Skater 388 catamarans and has another two yet-to-be-sold cats from the Douglas, Mich., company. All three of the […]
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In Florida, when it comes to outdoor activities, fishing is tough to beat. However, the Sunshine State is home to an incredible array of natural resources and many different opportunities to harvest fresh food. Besides the fresh fish enjoyed by countless outdoor enthusiasts, the state’s widespread shellfish presence should not be overlooked. Among the different […]
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Nikki Storey, President of the Great Lakes Boat Building School has been named the 2022 Darlene Briggs Marine Woman of the Year, announced the MRAA Educational Foundation. The Award was presented to Storey, the thirty-sixth recipient, as part of the Dealer Week Award’s Luncheon on Wednesday December 7th in Austin, Texas. As the president […]
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Not all the fish we hook can be trophies. Some of our catches can elicit groans rather than high fives. Here are eight fish (well, technically, seven) most anglers would rather not catch (and what to expect if you do have a close encounter). Read more about these Rodney Dangerfields of the fishing realm. Moray […]
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Flat-Sided Crankbaits for Cold Water Bass Seaguar Bassmaster Elite Pro Keith Combs Part of what makes crankbaits such an effective tool in bass fishing is their ability to match a variety of forage. These baits come in many different sizes, diving depths, styles, actions, and a rainbow of color options. When choosing the perfect one […]
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Anglers can be really hard to shop for. So I dug through the best of the best to put together a list of gifts that is sure to please even the toughest critic. XtraTuf Boots XtraTuf has the perfect pair of boots for all of your adventures, with adventurers of all ages. I’ve been wearing […]
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<!– Commentary: Commentary: Love The Enthusiasm, The Phones Not So Much –> Well done performance boaters; it’s obvious 2022 was an incredibly fun year based on the reactions I’ve noticed while combing through thousands of images during production of the Speed On The Water 2022 Year In Review print magazine, which is now available for […]
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Tommy’s Boats celebrated the opening of its newest location near Grand Rapids, Michigan during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Dec. 1. The new 16,000-square-foot facility, which houses a showroom floor, sales offices, and a 12-bay service department is located in Comstock Park, just off West River Drive at 247 Morrissey Drive NE. A unique feature […]
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By Jamie Stafford Just last week, the Boating Industry ELEVATE SUMMIT – the premier educational and networking event for leaders across the recreational marine industry – wrapped up in sunny Orlando, Fla. ELEVATE is produced and hosted by Boating Industry and parent company EPG Brand Acceleration. The conference, hosted over three days, featured plenty of […]
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The recreational boating industry’s elite members celebrated the launch of the reimagined Boating Industry Top 100 Awards during a black-tie gala on Nov. 16, 2022 on the final evening of the Boating Industry ELEVATE SUMMIT in Orlando, Fla. Entering the 18th year of the Top 100 in 2022, the program now honors the best of […]
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Texas sleds, like this one piloted by Capt. Brian Barrera, are perfect vehicles for getting anglers into the shallows where redfish, trout, and other skinny-water species are found. Capt. Brian Barrera With a name like Texas sled or scooter, it is obvious the boat was designed to access the super-skinny water along the Gulf Coast […]
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