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Angler’s making the jump to a pontoon boat will appreciate the affordably priced Wave 9 from Outcast Sporting Gear. It offers a longer hull length than the Wave 8 for greater stability and more cargo capacity. The Wave 9 is stable on lakes and in fast moving water with the added ability to carry more gear on your fishing trip. This pontoon boat is lightweight, yet durable, and has a suggested retail price of just $525. Look for Outcast products at Outdoor Emporium in Seattle and Sportco in Fife, Washington.
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The introduction of the Aventa center pin sets a new standard for what can be expected in a fully machined float reel. The aventa series is made from solid aluminum bar stock for precision spool alignment and maximum freespool. The VT-1002, with two stainless steel ball bearings, is the reel of choice for both coasts. Available at a fraction of the cost of other float reels of similar quality, the Aventa is the perfect reel for casting directly from the reel or for acheiving totally drag free drifts. Click HERE to read more about the Okuma VT-1002 centerpin reel.
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The LIVETARGET series from Koppers Lures is a bass, walleye, and pike fisherman's dream. When fishing clear water conditions, these detailed tools perform like no other imitations. Each model is built tough with a strategic internal design to generate incredible performance. All models are built with a strategic internal weight transfer system which also acts as an attractive low frequency rattle. LIVETARGET lures are available in yellow perch, crawfish, golden shiner, shad, large and smallmouth bass, smelt, blue back herring, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. For more information log onto www.livetargetlures.com.
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Pflueger Arbor spinning reels are designed to handle todays superbraid lines. Whether an angler decides to use monofilament, fluorocarbon or braided lines, the Arbor’s "large arbor" design is perfectly suited to the unique demands that these lines place on a reel. The "large arbor" design advantage is the combination of the larger spool diameter and the short oscillation stroke. Both of these factors combine for great line management and casting characteristics. The larger spool diameter also means that the line has less wraps around the arbor for a given distance when compared to traditional spinning reels, which allows less coils and a lot less line twist. Seven stainless steel ball bearings and one instant anti-reverse bearing give the Arbor Spinning Reels a smooth feel with instant hook set capabilities.
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Lowrance StructureScan™ is the new edge in picture-perfect bottom viewing of ledges, channels, drop-offs, brush and all the other great other fish hidey holes. Share side-view imaging with multiple HDS displays via an ethernet network, review sonar "history" and set waypoints with sychronized scroll-back, and see what's going on under and around your boat with the split screen capabilities of the Lowance HDS system. StructureScan is an add-on module for all HDS displays. Watch this VIDEO for more information about this exicting product.
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Kevin Van Dam was looking for the perfect treble hook and he now has it with the KVD Elite Triple Grip Treble. (TG76BLN) The special wide bend of the TG76 treble hook forces a hooked fish into the elbow of the bend and the 2 extra short shank eliminates hook tangling that can often occur on shorter bodied crankbaits The shorter shank also tends to open the gap as it adds clearance and positions the hook eye to be aligned with the point to better transfer power on hook sets. It also allows anglers to replace size 4 trebles with size 2 trebles to increase hook performance. The point length is engineered to be 4.3 times the wire diameter of the hook which is the optimum ratio for maximum sharpness and strength.
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The Revo Toro Winch Casting Reel has a large capacity spool and a high torque gear ratio ideal for battling big fish. With excellent corrosion resistance, the Revo Toro Winch provides the versatility and wherewithal necessary for throwing oversized swimbaits in pursuit of big largemouth, as well as, the durability and power to match the fight of the meanest saltwater game fish. Duragear Brass Gears give the reel a 4.6:1 gear ration while a Carbon Matrix Drag System features a maximum 22 pounds of drag. The Abu Garcia Revo Toro Winch comes in both left and right handed models.
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The last in the series from AEG (Trout Bum Diaries), Metalhead chronicles the epic journey of five fish bums and their friends as they travel to remote Northwestern wilderness in search of legendary steelhead; the hottest freshwater fish you can catch on a fly rod and also a fish whose survival hangs in the balance. Filmed as an adventure documentary, the fish bums face the challenges of mother-nature, border police and Giardia. If you're lucky enough to land one these incredible fish, you'll be forever changed. Metalhead can be purchased at local fly shops or on the Fly Fishing Film Tour.
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The American-Made Knife of the Year - Kershaw's revolutionary composite-blade technology enables Kershaw to design a blade with no compromises. The cutting edge is super-premium steel that takes and holds a wicked edge. But the spine is built of tougher steel for strength where you want it. The new Speedform’s streamlined looks, composite-blade, and CNC-machined handles of 6AL 4V titanium combined to help it take top honors at the 2009 Blade Show.
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Hot Spot Lures releases the "Agitator" for the 2010 spring Chinook fishery on the Columbia River. The "Agitator" is a low-drag flasher that comes in 11 fish-catching colors and two sizes, medium (7.5"X4") and large (8.75"X4.5"). This triangular shaped flasher is also suitable for downrigger trolling and lake applications where a low-drag flasher is desirable. The "Agitator" is available in select Puget Sound area tackle shops.
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The new CPX Zip Front wader from Redington is waterproof, breathable, and comes with an RiRi brand zipper that has been tested and proven in the dry suit industry. The waterproof zipper has proven time and time again to be an air, gas, and water-tight solution. This wader is constructed for tough west coast fishing applications and comes with a reinforced Lower Leg with high density 5 layer RedStorm Waterproof Breathable fabric. For more information about these innovative waders click on Redington CPS Zip Front Wader.
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The wonderful world of gourmet smoked food now comes in the lightweight and portable Bradley Propane Smoker, with all the same features as our original world-famous smoker. Whether you are looking to hot smoke or cold smoke in the great outdoors...the possibilities are all there! Plus, it burns Bradley Flavor Bisquettes automatically with the power of AA batteries and propane, and comes with a sturdy carrying case. More information visit www.bradleysmoker.com
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Portland filmmaker Jeff Mishler's long awaited full-length movie features Alaska and Washington guide Ed Ward, the recognized author of Skagit style spey casting. Skagit Master runs over 2 hours and is packed with information any two-handed angler will relish. To order a copy of Skagit Master with Ed Ward visit www.skagitmaster.com.
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Floroice by PLine is a combination of copolymers with a silicon fluorocarbon coating. This unique blend resists freezing, and stays limp in the coldest of conditions. Floroice comes in 100 yard spools of 2 to 8 pound test. When you're heading out to hard water, there is only one line of choice, Floroice.
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The new Salmon and Steelhead Pro Series from Fetha Styx feature both spinning and casting rods with a crisp and parabolic action desired by top Pacific Northwest pro's. The rods are constructed with RX-7 graphite, stainless steel guides and zirconium rings, and woven graphite reel seats with durable TICH hardware. To learn more about Fetha Styx rods visit www.fethastyx.com or watch this VIDEO of Fetha Styx in action.
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Voyager collection frames are constructed of TR-90 durable nylon. This pliable plastic creates comfortable, durable, performance-minded frames that are up for anything. Styles range from modern to classic, making this the collection with the widest variety of frames. And each frame is tested for strength, durability and quality, making them worthy of the name Costa Del Mar. The Voyager series polarized glasses are available in a variety of frames and lenses.
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Both outboards offer a completely new 3.44 L (210 cu in) displacement engine, the largest in their class. Both are equipped with new cylinder block, crankshaft, larger tuned-exhaust and one-piece innerexhaust. And both provide maximum power and performance with less parts and cooler operating temperatures. A fast rise Inductive Ignition System provides exceptionally smooth running and no spark plug fouling operation, even after countless hours of trolling. Both the 250 HO and 300 HP engines run on 87 octane fuel.
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The Mag 20DT/TS features a sleek white cosmetic finish. An extremely durable stainless steel spool allows for monofilament or “super line” use, eliminating the fish-spooking vibration and harmonics of conventional downrigger cables. The downrigger has a 250 feet-per-minute retrieval rate, the fastest in the industry, and a 20 lb weight capacity. The Mag 20DT/TS comes with Positive Ion Control with adustable control that lets you regulate the fish-attracting electrical field around your boat. The heavy-duty stainless steel boom extends from 24' to 53" in length.
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The Endura Out&Back's large color transflective touch-screen allows for easy viewing and operation, and its pre-loaded mapping content with key land features such as lakes, rivers, primary roads and key Points of Interest (POI) provides accurate situational awareness. Out&Back is also easy to customize, including a recording option that saves trails and routes allowing quick recall or sharing, a geocaching application providing paperless geocaching with Geocaching.com and power standby to conserve battery life as well as provide quick restart. Like all Endura handhelds, the Out&Back accepts public domain files and community-based content such as GPX trails, routes and general outdoor POIs.
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Mike's Gel Scent comes from a special blend of concentrated scents, flavors and amino acids combined with our Super Sticky formula to create a great fish attractant. Gel Scent comes in 11 different fish attracting formulas and can be applied directly to lures, spinners, plastic baits, tube jigs, etc.. Super Sticky formula holds on lures and baits longer, resulting in more strikes and fish! Effective in both fresh and saltwater. Comes in easy-to-use 2 oz. flip-top bottle.
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The Kingfisher Lite spoon by Silver Horde Tackle is excellent for silver and king salmon, trout, and char. This spoon is 3.5" in length and extremely light, allowing for the ultimate action in the lightest of currents. The Kingfisher Lite is available in 24 fish catching colors.
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Sillosocks have a full body appearance with the motion of a windsock and the portability of a silhouette. Wind is not required because of an integrated support system. Sillosocks head and body are permanently attached eliminating lost heads and the unique stake system is virtually invisible and tanglefree. They are the most portable compact full body appearing decoy on the market. Sillosocks are available in snow goose, canada goose, blue goose, and mallard.
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These polycarbonate calls from Hunter Specialties have a brushed aluminum band and are polished to look like acrylic. The Bill Collector is durable and able to withstand the toughest hunting conditions. They make all the sounds, from ringing hail calls to feeding chuckles. Available in single and double reeds in two color choices.
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The Brad's Super Bait Cut Plug is a Patent Pending bait-holding lure with a super rotating action! All backs have full or partial UV glow and have a split cavity design like the Super Bait. It has proven very effective for Chinook, Coho, Lake Trout, and Walleye and can be fished by trolling, casting, plunking, or back bouncing. Comes with leader including a 6 bead chain swivel and scent pad. Add your scent or fillet and it's ready to fish! Watch this VIDEO on how to rig and fish this lure.
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Northwest based Pautzke Bait Co., known worldwide for the Balls'O Fire salmon eggs continues a more than 70-year long tradition of providing premium eggs, cures, scents and attractants to trout, salmon, and steelhead anglers by introducing Borx O' Fire® egg cure. Most effective for curing salmon & steelhead eggs, Borx O' Fire® combines a world-renowned knowledge in egg science with a multi colored lineup and the addition of Pautzke's fish attracting krill scent to the cure. Borx O' Fire® is a sugar based cure designed specifically for anglers wanting a softer cure for situations where sulfite's are not needed.
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The Okuma Avenger series spinning reels are constructed with a patented On/Off auto trip bait feeding system, 6 stainless steel ball bearings, 1 Quck-set anti reverse ball bearing, and a multi-disk drag washer. The bait feeding system is perfect for a wide variety of uses, including side drifting, float fishing, trout fishing, and drop shotting. The Avenger is backed by a one year warranty and can be found at Sportco, Outdoor Emporium, and other Washington tackle shops.
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Pautzke's has united Dad Pautzke's secret Balls O' Fire™ recipe and their new Krill attractant with Mark Yano's proven Northwest egg cure formula to create the most potent and effective cure on the market - Fire Cure™. Available in seven colors, Fire Cure™ guarantees anglers across the globe to catch more salmon and steelhead. No need for other formula combos due to this perfectly consistent blend of Pautzke's secret seasonings.
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Mike Schoby thoroughly explains how to arrange a first class do-it-yourself hunt in Dream Hunts. This book provides a state-by-state guide to license costs (including Canada), and goes on to cover firearm selection, tips for legally accessing private land, exploring public lands or leasing land, getting a tag, and transporting meat and trophy home after the hunt. Dream Hunts is available at Amazon Books.
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The Downrigger Series by Fetha Styx rods are built with a 60% graphite/40% fiberglass composite construction to withstand the extreme pressure of downrigger fishing. Additional toughness comes from TiCH plated alumunim reel seats, TiCH plated stainless steel giudes with Zirconium rings, and a carbon fiber butt that resists rod-holder damage. For more information about the Downrigger Series and other Fetha Styx rods log onto www.fethastyx.com.
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The new Superchips Flashpaq is the secret to unlocking the performance potential of your diesel truck. Superchips all-new Diesel Flashpaq is priced below $400 and is an easy purchase choice when comparing horsepower improvements and ease of installation to common underhood upgrades. The Flashpaq delivers up to 114 horsepower and 206 lb-ft torque of power and is available at 4 Wheel Parts stores throughout the Pacific Northwest.
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The Classic Vibrax® spinner from Blue Fox is the ultimate tool for hammering fall salmon in Pacific Northwest rivers. The Vibrax's patented two-part body emits low-frequency sound vibrations that attract fish and trigger strikes while virtually eliminating line twist. With a large selection of styles and finishes to fit any situation, the Classic Vibrax series are “must have” spinners. Siwash hooks are included for sizes 3-6.
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The new XP3® bullet from Winchester starts with a 2-stage expansion design, then combines all the best-known bullet technology into one bullet. It delivers precision accuracy, awesome knockdown power, and deep penetration all in one package -- and it's as effective on deer and antelope as it is on larger game, like elk, moose, bear, and African animals, at short and long ranges. The XP3® from Winchester is the closest thing to a perfect hunting bullet you can buy!
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Columbia Sportswear introduces the ultimate waterfowling jacket with the Super Wader Widgeon Parka. Constructed with quiet, cotton-feel Omni-Tech® waterproof-breathable fabric it is fully seam sealed for complete protection from the elements and features a reversible down liner for added insulation. Constructed with a removable, adjustable storm hood with ball cap brim to shield your face and underarm venting system for breathable comfort. Six zippered security pockets, two hook and loop pockets and 12 shell pockets up front provide ample storage, while quick-loading tubes keep you ready to take your shot. Shorter length is ideal over waders.
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The new Lift-n-Lock tackle box from PDY Systems is the quickest fastening tackle box on the market with drawers and a storage bin. The patented handle locking mechanism completely locks the lid and drawers in place to eliminate mixing of drawers or spillage. The Lift-n-Lock is ultra-durable and easy to use with gloves or cold hands. View a VIDEO of the Lift-n-Lock tackle box or log onto www.pdysystems.com for more information.
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The world famous Tactical Cleaning System manufactured by Otis Technologies was engineered for the shooter who has a variety of firearms. The Tactical Cleaning System is equipped with everything needed to clean all rifles, pistols,
shotguns, and in-line muzzleloaders. It has the essential tools to clean rifles from .17 to .50 caliber, handguns from .17 to .50 caliber, shotguns from 410 to 12/10 gauge, and all in-line muzzleloaders. For more information about this advanced cleaning system visit www.otistec.com.
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The Mac Daddy® Herd Pack from Hunter Specialties includes the Mac Daddy® bull elk bugle constructed with Infinity Latex®, Estrus Squeeze Me® Cow Elk Call, Premium Flex™ double reed diaphragm call, and a lanyard. An instructional DVD is included with the kit to help hunters hone calling skills prior to hunting season. Hunter Specialties products are available at most sporting goods stores in Western Washington. For more information on this and other fine products log onto www.hunterspec.com.
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The ZipVac Portable Food Storage System is a new, unique and portable vacuumpackaging appliance for food or other items that need protection. It consists of reusable, freezable, microwavable, boilable, patented ZipVac bags, a portable, rechargeable electric vacuum pump and small manual hand-held pump which fit the patented valve system. The ZipVac system is ideal for both outdoorsman and home use and comes in quart, gallon, fillet, and jumbo-sized bags. For more information on this unique vacuum-sealing system log onto www.zip-vac.com.
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"Great Places-Washington", written by John Kruse, features 509 pages of information and over 200 color photos detailing where to recreate and stay in Washington State. Kruse includes extensive detail on where to go and participate in nearly every outdoor activity, including 75 plus entries detailing private guides, outfitters, resorts, and lodges. The book is available in book stores, select sporting goods stores, Costco (Washington), and online at www.northwesternoutdoors.com.
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Mustad introduces the ultimate swimbait hook with the new Power Lock Plus. The Power Lock Plus comes in a 1/0 thru 6/0 nor-tempered black nickel hook and has an adjustable 1/8 ounce weight allowing anglers to quickly change a swimbaits presentation. The unique gripper baitholder design holds soft plastic swimbaits more securely and keeps them from sliding back on the hook. The Power Lock Plus comes with a chemically sharpened Ultrapoint design.
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The Swimming Senko from Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits perfectly unites two of todays most popular bass lures-the Senko and the swimbait. The Swimming Senko comes in 19 different colors and is available in both 4 inch and 5 inch sizes. For more information about this popular new bass lure log onto Yamamoto Baits.
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The V-Sharp is the worlds first freehand precision knife sharpener and is used by professional fish cutters and meat processors across the country. Sharpens knives at the same angle every time and provides for three sharpening angles of 17°, 20° and 25° with two high quality 325 grit natural diamond honing rods. Visit www.warthogsharp.com for more details.
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Jim's Six Pack flasher bag offered by QCove conveniently holds flashers either while on the water or in winter storage. The flasher bag keeps pre-rigged flashers tucked away in seperate sleeves to keep them from tangling and can be folded for easy storage. The bag can be folded and stored in a tackle box or compartment or comes rigged with straps to hang
on a full transom, bulkhead, or inside cabin wall.
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Mustad Hooks, the largest hook manufacturer in the world, introduces a new line of bass hooks designed for use with jelly worms and shads. The Mustad Spike Hooks come with a semi-circle bend and a fine-wire offset shank with a prefitted bait spike. The spike is driven into the nose of plastics enabling the hook point to be fitted into the jelly body for weedless fishing in heavy cover.
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Worden's teams up with highly regarded Pacific Northwest river guide Bob Toman to produce the Toman Thumper spinner. The Thumper gives off a unique salmon attracting vibration designed after many years of testing on Alaskan and Pacific Northwest rivers. The spinners come in a 5 and 1/4 inch length and 24 different salmon-catching colors. For more information about these spinners visit www.yakimabait.com.
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Mustad Hooks, the largest hook manufacturer in the world, produces a full line of jigging assist hooks for offshore fishing. Assist hooks are pre-rigged with jigging braid multifilament and the srongest and sharpest Mustad Ultrapoint Hooks. Each knot on the assist hooks is pre-tested. Assist hooks have become increasingly popular with Pacific Northwest anglers who attach them to butterfly jigs, darts, and bottomfish jigs. Mustad manufacturers them in a variety of sizes from 2/0 to 12/0 and 140 to 180 pound braid. For more information on how to rig assist hooks log onto www.mustad.no.
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The Berkley Power Grub is the northwest coast favorite for halibut and bottomfish. It features a wide tail swimming action for greater visibility and attraction and is impregnated with the Gulp fish attractant formula. Power grubs come in an 8 inch length and five different colors, pink flesh, glow, white, root beer, and black and can be fished up to 400 feet deep on heavy jig heads. They work excellent alone or in combination with bait. Berkley Gulp grubs can be found at most coastal tackle stores in the Pacific Northwest or log onto www.berkley-fishing.com for more information.
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Jim's Breakaway Flasher is designed to allow anglers to fight the fish and not the flasher. When a fish is hooked the flasher releases from a molded pin hole at the bottom of the flasher to allow it to slide up the line, allowing the angler to fight the fish on a tight line and not the flasher. The flashers come in both 8 inch and 11 inch sizes and over 31 different colors, including glow and UV. Outdoor Emporium and Sportco Warehouse Sporting Goods carry the full line of Jim's Breakaway Flasher's or log onto www.qcove.com for more information.
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Kustom Kraft Plastics in Dana Point, California introduces the new artificial sand dab swim bait. The sand dab swim bait comes in 3", 5", and 7" and can be ordered in 9 different colors. Kustom Kraft developed the artificial sand dab for targetting ling cod, bottomfish, and halibut. The swim baits can be ordered as a whole bait or rigged with a custom designed sand dab jig head. Log onto www.kustomkraftplastics.com or www.jigstop.com to find out more about these advanced swim baits.
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Lowrance takes a revolutionary step forward in fish-finding and navigation-electronics with the new HDS. The HDS system comes with a built in broadband sonar that delivers more power and a cleaner picture, 3D mapping, satellite weather and radar letting you know exactly what’s going on under and around your boat. The Lowrance HDS is the ideal solution for boaters who require an easily networked or stand-alone electronics package delivering the best in performance and unparalleled functionality. Log onto www.lowrance.com for more information about the new HDS.
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Pautzke Nectar is the natural juice that runs off the Pautzke patented egg cooking process and is embraced by most species. It's a liquid formula that can be squirted straight onto bait and lures or soaked in baits. Halibut and bottomfish charters up and down the West Coast have found Nectar to be extremely effective for adding an extra punch to their baits and many river guides add nectar to their cured eggs just prior to fishing them.