I really liked this compact lure wallet found tucked away on the Daiwa stand. Right up my street. Double sided. On one side, under a Velcro flap, are three pockets that look to be perfect size to hold more than enough soft-plastic packets for a session. Unzipping the other side reveals a foam pad for holding jigheads, hardbaits and metals. Plus there’s an internal mesh pocket for accessories and leader, etc.
Smith Dragonbait LX Light Fast Spinning
This was a nice little find on the Marryat stand. Smith’s Dragonbait LX Light Fast Spinning. I’m drawn to any 7g rods with abbreviated handles currently. Really suits the majority of my fishing.
Decoy KR-26 Mini Worm Hook
My favourite Isome hook of last year. To give you some idea of how far behind we are, I purchased mine in Japan out of a bargain bin! Anyway, glad I can restock now.
Baby Daiwa ISO Net Handle
There’s been a lot of interest in the Daiwa ISO telescopic net handle since I highlighted it in my 2014 Gear of the Year. New for 2015 is a shorter 3.60m version. I was lucky enough to fondle one at the show and it was noticeably lighter (480g vs 720g) – weight being the only negative I could raise about my 5.90m model.
It’s also more compact. Only 44cm when closed. It’s a really nice tool if you can get away with a 3.60m net where you fish.
Reins Aji Ringer Expert Rod
There were some super special rods at the show this year, but the Reins Aji Ringer Expert was hyper special.
Megabass Luvito 103
Best UL reel ever?? This Megabass Luvito 103 sure looks the part. 1000-size spinning reel from Megabass. Built with Daiwa DNA but pimped to the max!
What do you think about that handle knob?
Hookers French Boxes
Check out these ultra cool tackle boxes from French Touch Fishing.
Let’s face it, technology can only go so far with a bits box. So when you choose one, might as well get one from a brand you love. For me, it doesn’t get a lot cooler than FTF’s Hookers brand.
LRF West of Nantes
Many thanks to Ward for pointing us in the right direction and urging us to continue further west than we fished last year.