Center Console Angler Magazine: Tackle Roundup

PENN REELS TORQUE TRQ 100

Wrapped in a one-piece open top frame and featuring its patented integrated side plate, the new Torque from Penn packs an incredible amount of drag in a small package. There is an infinite anti-reverse roller bearing plus a double-dog system backup. Internal workings are ultrastrong with a digitally cut stainless steel main gear for a 6.3:1 retrieve ratio, a heattreated stainless steel pinion gear, a disengaging pinion for zero-resistance free-spool and the fish stopping power of the super smooth Versa-drag, a multiple drag stack arrangement. The TRQ 100 will hold 450 yards of 12lb, mono and 550 yards of 30lb. braid. Penn Reels; www.pennreels.com

FIN-NOR MEGALITE ML3000

Fin-Nor recently introduced the new MegaLite ML3000 with a stronger thin-line machined body, machined handle and forged aluminum spool. The new MegaLock magnetic continuous reverse is the first roller clutch developed for saltwater. A strong magnetic ring replaces traditional springs for quicker engagement and better corrosion resistance. Utilizing cork drags for smoothness and an electrostatic multi-layer corrosive coating for saltwater protection, the new MegaLite will prove effective for flats, marsh and bay fisherman. Fin-Nor; www.finnorfishing.com

ALL-STAR RODS ASR SERIES

Designed with high-grade materials and components the ASR Series is focused on more technique specific situations. Featuring IM-10 multi-modulus graphite blanks with Fuji Alconite guides, premium cork grips with split grip technology, the ASR series is a top-of-the-line outfit. All Star Rods; www.allstarrods.com

D.O.A. BFL (BIG FISH LURE)

Capt. Mark Nichols of D.O.A. lures spent over 10 years developing the BFL, once again come up with a fish catching lure. The 8-inch long BFL comes in five styles; original, Red Head, Hot Spot, Trout and Bass. Designed for toughness and the rigors of hardcore fishing and big fish, the BFL features a removable and replaceable front bill along with an insert that can be used with replacement bodies. Using 3X Chemically-treated Black Nickel Treble hook and a 3 0 0 - pound-test through-wire that is designed to slide out of the BFL when the fish strikes the bait, the BFL is geared toward big, aggressive fish. D.O.A. Lures; www.doalures.com

SHAKESPEARE SYNERGY SPINCAST REEL

The new Synergy Spincast reel incorporates technological advancements of the past several years into the frame, gearing and drag providing robust performance. Each Synergy features a lightweight aluminum frame, stainless steel cone and front cover, three ball bearings and a oneway clutch bearing along with a free floating multi-disc drag system and a titanium line guide. Shakespeare Fishing Tackle; www.shakespeare-fishing.com

HI-SEAS GRAND SLAM BRAID

Grand Slam Braid is designed for ultimate sensitivity and toughness. Made with the highest quality Spectra fibers and manufactured using the proprietary Hi-Seas Tight Weave process, Grand Slam Braid is manufactured to exacting standards. Meant to be more compact, thinner and maintain its round shape longer to pack more uniformly on spinning and conventional reels, knots should be stronger and less prone to slip with enhanced abrasion resistance. Hi-Seas; www.hiseas.net

AFTCO MAXFORCE STAND-UP HARNESS

The Aftco MaxForce stand-up harness is geared for 30-to 130-pound tackle. The MaxForce is fully adjustable and utilizes the combination of lumbar and sit-in pads that distribute the load below the hips allowing the lower body to exert maximum pulling leverage with superb comfort under heavy drag loads. It’s made with a comfort molded, closed-cell EVA foam padding with tough waterproof Lycra polyester cover, and the inner liner is made of synthetic terry cloth, which not only wicks moisture, but also has enough grip to keep the harness from slipping. Aftco Fishing Products; www.aftco.com

MANN’S TIDEWATER WAKER

The Tidewater Waker is Mann’s shallowest running crank bait to date. It’s designed to run only 1-3 inches beneath the surface, no matter how fast it is retrieved, creating a large wake. It’s not uncommon to see predators make a hard charge and explosive strike on this lure.With a 3-inch length and weighing 3/8 oz., it enables anglers to make very long casts and cover lots of water. The Tidewater comes with 4X strong saltwater hooks and is available in eight colors including pinfish, croaker and other top producing colors. Mann’s Bait Co.; www.mannsbait.com

DAIWA SEALINE 400HW WIRE LINE REEL

The new Sealine 400HW has specialized wire line trolling features including a one-piece brass spool, specially designed to accommodate Monel, stainless steel or lead-core lines. Protected by a one-piece anodized aluminum frame are two stainless steel ball bearings for smooth, reliable operation. Highstrength, machine cut bronze and stainless gears offer a 3.4:1 ratio along with a consistent multi-drag system, making the Sealine 400HW a good match for wire line trolling. Daiwa; www.daiwa.com

SHIMANO SUSTAIN 4000FE

Shimano’s new Sustain 4000FE features the Paladin Gear Durability Enhancement that uses a special cold forged aluminum drive gear and hardened brass pinion gear. A fivecomponent system, Shimano’s Propulsion feature includes a spool lip designed to prevent backlashes. As a result, line flows off the spool in smaller loops so there is less friction from the stripper guide slowing down the cast. The Propulsion Line Management System includes Shimano’s SR-Concept One-Piece Bail Wire to reduce friction and tangles, a twist reducing Roller III line roller, and a bail trip mechanism that easily trips the bail. The Sustain also has Shimano’s Aero Wrap II Oscillation System to provide uniform line lay and winding shape. The reel features 5.8:1 gear ratio and holds 200-yards of 10-pound-test. Shimano; www.shimano.com

OKUMA SALINA SAF-55 BAIT FEEDER SPINNING REEL

The new Salina SAF-55 spinning reel is loaded with features, including Okuma’s patented bait feeding system, their “ALC” Alumalite rigid construction, patent “EOS” Elliptical Oscillation system and a Dual Force Drag System. The new SAF-55 is encompassed within Okuma’s Blade Body System that narrows the reel’s frame, reducing weight and overall mass. Featuring a gear ratio of 4.5:1, the SAF-55 will hold 340 yards of 12-pound-test. Okuma Fishing Tackle; www.okumafishing.com

ANDE MONSTER YELLOW MONOFILAMENT

Ande has taken its popular Monster Yellow Hi-Vis line and has made it available in 2, 3 and 9-pound spool sizes. It’s the strongest line that Ande has ever produced because it is not an IGFA rated line class product. Super strong and hard finished for abrasion resistance and outstanding knot strength, Monster Yellow is produced for trolling to target large sharks, marlin and tuna when line class rules do not apply. Ande Monofilament; www.andemonofilament.com

PFLUEGER INFUSION SS SPINNING REEL

Pflueger’s Infusion SS Spinning Reel series provides excellent drag performance, corrosion resistance and torque, and every component was designed to make this reel not only saltwater friendly, but truly saltwater tough. Available in five models, features and components on the Infusion series include five stainless steel ball bearings, one-way clutch instant anti-reverse bearing, a rugged aluminum body and side plate, a double anodized machined aluminum spool, a machined aluminum handle with soft touch knob, a spare spool and a sealed drag system. Pflueger; www.pflueger-fishing.com

BOMBER A-SALT CD25

Bomber lures has introduced the all-new A-Salt CD25, specially designed to fish certain depths and engineered using proprietary innovations including a polycarbonate material that is more than twice the strength of the material used in most hard bodied lures. The CD Series of lures have been certified to run at their stated depths out of the box every time, allowing precise depth trolling. The CD25 lure comes with high grade hardware and VMC Perma Steel hooks that are rigged to a one-piece throughwire hanger system. The inline hooks increase stability, resulting in a truer running lure. Bomber Lures; www.bomberlures.com

EAGLE CLAW L2004EL CIRCLE HOOK

One of the most popular saltwater circle hooks for billfishing, the L2004EL is from the Lazer Sharp series and is now available in 3/0, 4/0, 5/0, and 6/0 sizes for additional applications. Also available in sizes up to 10/0 the L2004EL is a non-offset, wide gap, light wire hook with a ringed eye and needletip- forged point design. Endorsed by the Billfish Foundation for billfish tournament applications, the L2004EL is crafted to the highest standards with an exclusive finish for penetration strength and dura bility. Eagle Claw; www.eagleclaw.com

BERKLEY TRILENE BIG GAME FLUOROCARBON LEADERS

Berkley Trilene Big Game Fluorocarbon leaders are available from 10 to 400-pound-test. They come packaged on 25-yard wrist spools for 10 to 80-poundtest and 35-yard coils in a cloth bag for 100 to 400- pound-test. Berkley’s new fluorocarbon comes in an Aqua Blue Tint that does not transmit sunlight through the line, emitting flash sparkles that plague other manufacturer’s fluorocarbons. Berkley; www.berkley-fishing.com

ACCURATE BOSS B2-270 TWO SPEED

Accurate’s new Boss B2-270 is designed as a small package with Accurate’s patented Twindrag, packing immense drag and easy lever manipulation for precision incremental adjustments. Anglers using Spectra will get 400 to 450 yards of line with a minimal mono top shot on the reel. Made of 6061 T6 aircraft aluminum and weighing in at 22 ounces, the B2-270 offers a 6:1 high gear and 3:1 low gear for speed and power. It also has the Accucast Cast Control system with infinite free-spool featuring ABEC 5 rated bearings for smooth operation. Accurate Products; www.accuratefishing.com

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