October 01, 2025
By In-Fisherman Staff
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Next Gen Speed Spool $99.99, basspro.com Lew’s Speed Spool, with a 10-bearing system, solid-brass Speed Gears, a Super Pinion bearing supported pinion gear, and a Rulon drag system with 15-pounds of max drag, assures smooth performance and power to move fish away from cover. It’s light in hand as it is handsome, with a one-piece aluminum frame and graphite sideplates. Meanwhile, an adjustable Magnetic Control System makes fine-tuning casts a breeze—$99.99, basspro.com
Soft Shine Glide $24.99, purefishing.com The Savage Gear 3D Soft Shine Glide Bait, measuring 7 inches, features a realistic swimming and gliding action. It excels with medium to fast retrieves, activating a tail kick, interspersed with pauses during which the bait drifts to the side, mimicking an injured baitfish. A line-through treble attachment system tucks into the molded belly slot. On a hookup, the treble dislodges, preventing leverage that could cause lost fish. Available in 8 color schemes—$24.99, purefishing.com
Rambler Bowls $150, scheels.com Ruggedly crafted and beautiful to behold, with a deep profile for prepping and serving, Yeti Rambler Bowls serve with distinction from the backyard to cookouts around the campfire. Made of 18/8 stainless steel, with double-wall vacuum insulation, and insulated bowl lids to “hold the cold or keep the heat.” Dishwasher safe, a 3-bowl set (1, 2, and 4.5 quarts) is stackable and nestable, offered in 4 color choices, with a 5-year warranty—$150, scheels.com
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Fish Are Awesome $16.99, blueballoonbooks.com All Fish Are Awesome is beautifully crafted by industry insider Noel Vick and illustrated by Daniel Limon, a sure bet to thrill kids as they’re drawn into the fascinating world of freshwater and saltwater fish, with simple story lines and compelling imagery—$16.99, blueballoonbooks.com
Adjusta-Ball Tungsten System $14.99 (4 count), basspro.com Nomad Tackle Tungsten Adjusta-Ball System is available to fine-tune the performance of their Live Ops Total Control Bait System by inserting tungsten balls into a chamber within a bait, allowing weight distribution adjustments for perfect balance and a horizontal sinking action. The system works with three of their softbait designs, the Fallout Minnow, Delta Minnow, and Cobra Shad—$14.99 (4 count), basspro.com
Techno Sunglasses $255 (Outrigger), $275 (Redding 2); scheels.com The Outrigger and Redding 2 sunglasses from Smith Optics are classy, classic designs offering proprietary ChromaPop lens technology that enhances color, clarity, and definition across a variety of lens tints for reliable on-the-water performance. Various fitting options ensure comfort. The Outrigger offers 6 lens-tint options, each with 12 percent light transmission. Redding 2 offers 8 tints ranging from about 12 to 14 percent transmission, with the exception of a low-light yellow that transmits at 33 percent—$255 (Outrigger), $275 (Redding 2); scheels.com
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World’s Finest Fishing Hats $50, turtlefur.com Moisture wicking, water resistant, ultralight weight but impressively durable and positively stylish, whether you’re on a boat, beach, or walking a riverbank, these two hats—the Boondocker and Navigator, from Turtle Fur—are steps above traditional fishing hats. The Boondocker is comfortably soft, a combination of organic cotton and hemp. The Navigator is comfortably soft, with a performance-fabric construction—$50, turtlefur.com
Indestructible Field Wallet $47.95, pelican.com Waterproof, crushproof, and hackerproof, the G5 Field Wallet from Pelican features a durable aluminum RFID-blocking shell, gasketed O-ring seal, and snap-latch to guarantee a watertight seal and keep your cards safe. Inside, there’s an elastomeric strap and mesh organizer for your cards, cash, and keys, plus a rear rubber strap on the exterior for quick-access items. Lifetime guarantee—$47.95, pelican.com
The Final Copy $9.99 to $10.99, basspro.com With a magnetic internal harness to assure resistance to rips in the softbait body, Strike King Final Copy Swimbait offers durability along with a shape that allows the bait to excel at high-speed retrieves. Meanwhile, calculated weight distribution means it runs true during a variety of retrieves. A free-swinging treble hook maximizes hookups and maintains a connection to fish during the fight. Check two sizes (4.75 and 6 inches) and 9 colors—$9.99 to $10.99, basspro.com
Aerodynamics $7.99, scheels.com From Thill, the Sharp Shooter Float has a dart-like flight at one end and a weighted brass tip at the other for balance and aerodynamics, so it flies like a dart for casting distance and accuracy. Brass grommet ensures smooth line movement through the balsa float. In three sizes, supporting weights up to 1/8, 1/4, and 3/8 ounce—$7.99, scheels.com
