Category: Gear Reviews
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Stormr Swell Hoodie
By Joseph Alfe There are few product lines that come out that I can say are home runs in every way. Stormr is the exception to that rule. I have just wrapped up a full year testing the Stormr Stryker series parka and bibs, and their all weather hoodie, the “Swell.” It’s this piece of…
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Tackle Technicians, Spring 2014
Gear recommendations, reviews, insights and news (mostly new) from contributors & friends of Fishing-Headquarters. Independent reviews offering a look at the best products from March and April, 2014. Does your company or brand have products for us to use and talk about? Send us your inquiries.
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Chaos Tackle Assault Sticks S.W.A.T. Muskie Rod
By Joseph Alfe The Chaos Tackle Assault Sticks are high performing, elite level rod options that break the mold of traditional Muskie rods by offering light weight, fast tips, and extreme power in a stylish looking package. All rods are offered in lengths from 7’8” to 9’ with full cork or split-grip handles.
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Stankx Bait Company NXT LVL Swimbaits
By Tyler Uteg If you’ve read some of the reviews I’ve written before, or have ever seen my tackle when I’m out fishing, then you know about my profound love for Stankx Bait Company from Kalamazoo, MI.
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2013 Holiday Gift Guide
The Christmas season and annual bank account splurge is upon us and our writers and contributors have assembled a list of some of the newest, proven, and successful tackle and fishing gear we recommend for the fisherman who is on your shopping list. We explore our favorite rods and reels, lures and baits, apparel and…
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Korkers Footwear Metalhead Boots
By Andrew Ragas Believe it or not, customer service for some industry brands still works wonders. Korkers Footwear lived up to its customer-friendly reputation by replacing defective product and outfitting with new and improved. Combining high performance, traditional styling, innovative technology and comfort, the Korkers Metalhead wading and fishing boots demonstrated why it’s an award-winning…
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Best Largemouth Bass Baits of 2013
By Tyler Uteg Over the course of every season, there are a handful of baits that come out as the front-runners. These baits are typically the ones that anglers rely on to catch bass in harder times. They are also defined as confidence baits. The 2013 season was no different, and I’ve outlined my 5…
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Pivothead POV Sunglasses with Midwest Digital Corp.
This year Fishing-Headquarters incorporated point-of-view video technology into its daily on-the-water filming sessions. In order to make this happen, we partnered with local Chicagoland distributor, Brian Falatovich, of Midwest Digital Corporation. With enough big bass footage gathered, we have compiled our preliminary review.
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Lazer Trokar TK300
The Lazer Trokar TK300 treble hook is designed for crankbaits and jerkbaits. It is available in the common freshwater crankbait sizes 2, 4, 5 and 6. TK300 treble hooks feature a short shank to reduce fouling, round bend for a larger gap, 2X strong wire and black chrome finish.
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Freedom Lures Live Action Hybrid Jigs
Making a successful debut at the 2012 iCast show and garnering the attention of renown anglers including Gordon Pyzer and Al Lindner, Freedom Tackle Corp has revolutionized the way anglers fish with jigs. For many of us, today’s jigs are nothing more than a lead weight molded onto a hook. Unlike these conventional jigs, Freedom…