Fairfax, Va. – The NRA’s Hunter Leadership Forum (HLF) is pleased to announce the 2023 grant program for Hunters for the Hungry (HFH) programs in the United States, increasing the available funding to $100,000. In 2022 alone, Hunters for the Hungry organizations provided nearly 1.6 million pounds of game meat to individuals and food banks across the United States.
“Due to the overwhelming support of the NRA Hunter Leadership Forum, the 2023 grant program will be able to award nearly double the funds distributed to processors last year,” said Joseph P. DeBergalis, Jr., CEO of NRA General Operations. “Hunters for the Hungry is a significant program that provides more than eight million meals a year to neighbors and families in need across the country. The NRA is proud to support HFH programs and local processors to help hunters donate their harvested game meat.”
Available in awards of up to $2,000 at https://hfth.nra.org/hfh-subsidy/, the fund will cover the cost of processing, shipping and distributing the donated meat.
“I want to thank the generous donors who made it possible for the Hunter Leadership Forum to support this incredibly worthwhile cause,” said HLF Director Peter Churchbourne. “America has a long tradition of harnessing the vast resources that hunting provides as a means of feeding family and friends. We are honored to play a role in that noble process. The NRA has long been one of the largest supporters, supporters, and funders of the various independent groups facilitating this important effort, with more than $650,000 allocated to this initiative.”
The Hunters for the Hungry initiative is a loose affiliation of state and independent programs that have provided 40 million pounds of wild game to individual families, homeless shelters, soup kitchens and food banks across the United States. Working with the NRA, these programs connect interested individuals with programs in their area while promoting public awareness through education, fundraising, and advertising.
Approximately 40 unique HFH programs operate in the United States on shoestring budgets. The NRA encourages all members and supporters to donate to these programs, either financially or by donating legally harvested game meat.
To find out where you can donate in your area or to support HFH, visit http://hfth.nra.org.
About the National Rifle Association Established in 1871, the National Rifle Association is the oldest sports and civil rights group in the United States. With nearly five million members, the NRA continues its mission of upholding Second Amendment rights and is a leader in firearms education and training for law-abiding gun owners, law enforcement, and the military. Visit http://nra.org.
Ammunition built specifically for self defense needs continues to be a high priority among first time firearm buyers. The Winchester Defender line of ammunition is the most comprehensive line of technology-driven products in the industry with more than 20 combined offerings across the pistol, shotgun and rifle categories.
The diverse lineup within the Winchester Defender family provides many innovative options to keep you and your family safe in any situation. Winchester Defender products provide leading performance through premium materials and manufacturing processes to create the best self defense products.
Defender Centerfire Pistol Ammunition—
Jacketed Hollow Point – Six segments help promote positive, consistent, programmed expansion at a variety of speeds and impact ranges.
Proprietary Bonding Process – Welds the cable and jacket together to function as a unit that controls expansion and provides superior retained weight.
Copper Alloy Casing – Contoured for maximum expansion over a wide range of speeds/range.
Winchester Defender Rifle products feature premium bonded bullets for consistent expansion and deep penetration.
Defender Shotgun Shell Ammunition—
The Defender Shotshell is available in 12 gauge, 20 gauge, and .410 caliber with multiple payload offerings including segmentation slugs, buckshot, and combination loads.
Defender Close Range was designed with home defense in mind, where likely shooting distances are between 10 and 20 feet. This load offers an incredibly high shot count with approximately 100 copper-clad #2 lead shot delivering tremendous on-target energy while reducing the risk of excessive penetration. Loading is further enhanced with a padded cue that reduces felt recoil and a cue designed for consistent dense patterns at close range.
Compatible with both pistols and shotguns, the .410 Defender ammunition features a distinctive black hull and black oxide high-base muzzle and combines plated Defense Disc™ shells and plated BB pellets. The result is the ideal self-defense load for close-range engagements with the performance to reduce aim error and stop threats.
About Winchester ammunition
Winchester is the world’s largest small-calibre ammunition company and a leader in providing innovative ammunition products for hunters, shooters, law enforcement, and combatants in the United States. The 157-year-old Winchester brand is based on the integrity, hard work and a deep focus on your loyal customers. Learn more about Winchester by visiting Winchester.com or by connecting with us on Facebook at Facebook.com/WinchesterOfficial.
Winchester: Committed to the safe, legal and responsible use of firearms
As a world leader in the hunting and shooting sports industry, and a 157-year-old brand, Winchester is committed to the safe, legal, and responsible use of firearms. Winchester works with key groups like the National Shooting Sports Foundation on a variety of issues important to our industry, including training and education, and on specific programs like Gun Owners Care and Project ChildSafe. Winchester will continue to support programs, organizations and individuals that promote hunting and shooting sports activities in a positive and responsible environment. Any use of firearms by participating youth must be done under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or other responsible adult.
About caring for gun owners
Gun owners care. You worry about safety. You care about preventing unauthorized access to firearms. You care about improving your community, helping those in need, and conserving wildlife and wild places for generations to come. It’s time for gun owners to tell their stories and show how they’re making a difference. NSSF®, the trade association for the firearms industry, has established the Gun Owners Care campaign to unite gun owners and the firearms industry in this common cause. Visit gunownerscare.org for more information.
Greeley, Colorado – Burris Optics introduced the Veracity PH 4-20x50mm earlier this year and announces that it is now available from authorized dealers nationwide. Buy this amazing, in-demand rifle scope today and get it in time for hunting season. introducing the new PĒK (programmable elevation knob) system, superior optical clarity, a built-in Heads Up Display (HUD), and Bluetooth® connectivity for uploading custom ballistic data from the new BurrisConnect mobile app, the Veracity PH takes hunter confidence and performance to the highest level.
The most accurate hunting optics ever produced by Burris, the Veracity PH 4-20x50mm features features that redefine what is possible in a scope. It sets a new standard for reliable point-of-sight/point-of-impact performance at extended ranges.
These features are based on years of research and development to “do the math” for the shooter and achieve precise shot placement easily and efficiently. It is extremely fast to provide an accurate marking solution, eliminating time wasted fumbling with data cards and data sheets, instead allowing hunters to spend valuable time concentrating on getting clean shots and controlled on unpredictable targets.
This complex-to-simple performance is centered around Veracity PH’s PĒK (pronounced “peak”) system and a robust yet easy-to-assess head-up display that shows exact marked distance, wind hold, rifle tilt, and range. battery level. Coupled with user-configurable and uploadable ballistic data via Bluetooth connectivity via the BurrisConnect app, hunters can be sure to aim accurately.
A digital position sensor in the scope’s clickless elevation turret achieves 1/10 MOA equivalent adjustability for near-accurate marking of distance in yards or meters—an accuracy unparalleled in today’s conventional scope technology. Additional ¼ MOA laser markings on the elevation turret provide redundancy for peace of mind on any hunt, allowing the shooter to dial in the distance and complete it no matter the circumstances. Simply reach the target with any rangefinder, mark the distance in yards or meters displayed on the scope HUD, and fire.
The Veracity PH uses independent programming on a fail-safe platform, and no Wi-Fi or cellular service is required to use the BurrisConnect app after it has been downloaded. Bluetooth connectivity between mobile device and scope is only needed when loading ballistics or changing scope settings, making it a true “set and forget” system. With this app-at-scope integration, shooters can create custom ballistic profiles for multiple bullet weights, rifles, and shooting locations and easily load the desired profile when needed.
Featuring a 5x zoom system and high-performance glass with exceptional brightness and clarity, the Veracity PH is based on the award-winning Veracity 4-20x50mm, meeting the needs of hunters hunting up close or from afar in all lighting conditions. The Wind MOA FFP reticle is a front focal plane design, making for accurate catch and hold compensation at any magnification. Side focus/parallax adjustment ensures the target image matches the focal point of the reticle from 50 yards to infinity, thus eliminating parallax error in extended range shooting. Both the windage and elevation turrets feature zero-twist stop adjustment, so shooters never miss a zero.
Burris set out to provide hunters with a class-leading rifle scope that bridges the gap between today’s advanced ammunition and firearms technology. It is a solution for shooters of all experience levels who are looking for a fast, reliable and hassle-free aiming solution for any hunting scenario. With its easy-to-use operation, intuitive data presentation, and ability to work with custom ballistic profiles, the new Burris Veracity PH 4-20x50mm can maximize every hunter’s potential for success in the field.
The Burris Veracity PH Riflescope is now available from authorized Burris Optics dealers nationwide. To find a dealer near you or to learn more about the Burris Veracity PH riflescope, visit BurrisOptics.com.
About Burris
The Burris Company, founded in 1971 and headquartered in Greeley, CO, offers a complete line of premium optical products, including riflescopes and scopes for hunting; competition and application of the law; pistol scopes, binoculars, telescopes, mounts and accessories. To learn more about the complete line of Burris products, visit BurrisOptics.com or Facebook.com/BurrisOptics.
Intelligent iReel combines intelligent technology with industry leading casting performance
Modern low-profile baitcasting reels exhibit a variety of features and capabilities that weren’t around a decade ago. In another 10 years, it can be hard to recognize the newer class of casting reels, not by their looks, but by the intuitive user experience they offer. Offering a glimpse into the future, KastKing’s Bluetooth-equipped iReel represents a new category in smart freshwater fishing reels.
The most innovative piece of fishing gear anglers can use, iReel’s radical design initiatives incorporate modern materials and manufacturing technologies to achieve an unprecedented level of precision and casting control. Not one to sit idle, KastKing is poised to transform the way the baitcaster interacts with its angler.
Using Bluetooth to pair the iReel with your smartphone and the KastKing app, initial setup begins with entering line type, test, and diameter. On the water, iReel employs high-precision motion capture sensors in the reel assembly to provide anglers with accurate casting metrics, including number of casts made, average distance, furthest cast, retrieve speed and further. By providing real-time access to this valuable information, anglers can improve their understanding of the fishing environment, analyze their successes and failures, and make necessary adaptations based on prevailing conditions.
Technology is clearly changing the way we fish, and gone are the days of relying solely on manual adjustments and a trained thumb to avoid kickback: iReel features Intelligent Frequency Control (IFC) to evaluate casting variables such as reel speed, inertia and line tension. to optimize performance in real time, mitigating backlash and ensuring smooth, accurate casts regardless of wind speed or lure weight.
Braking is essential to the baitcasting experience, but not all braking systems are created equal. Unlike any bass reel ever developed, iReel integrates IFC microcontroller sensors within the frame and sideplate that analyze data from the reel and automatically apply or release a sophisticated electromagnetic braking system in a non-linear fashion.
Ushering in a new era of angling precision and efficiency, KastKing’s iReel enables professionals and weekend warriors alike to fish with confidence, especially when casting backlash-prone baits like crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and skips. docks and shallow decks with light fine baits.
During the forward cast, the momentum of the lure’s weight pulls the line off the spool at over 550 revolutions per second. With iReel’s precise control over the reel’s rotation speed, anglers can achieve higher line speed during casting. High speed translates into longer, more accurate casts, giving you a distinct advantage in hitting distant targets.
KastKing’s patented Axis Eye Line Guide is another innovative mechanism designed to improve castability by reducing friction as the line exits the spool. The uniquely shaped, movable Axis Eye line guide features a super-slick silicon nitride coating that offers excellent heat dissipation, allowing braided, monofilament and fluorocarbon lines to glide freely on the surface with minimal restriction.
Pressing the spool release button before a cast rotates the Axis Eye 90 degrees horizontally, presenting a very wide line-out opening and direct shooting from the spool and through the rod guides. Smooth, efficient delivery provides longer, consistently accurate casts. When the angler engages the handle, the Axis Eye returns to its locked position where it evenly distributes the line along the length of the reel during the retrieve.
KastKing’s advanced cold forging technologies provide the framework for consistent performance and impressive durability. iReel has no noticeable friction due to close tolerance machining of the main gear and 11+1 double sealed stainless steel bearings. With its sleek and stylish electroplated matte finish, iReel features a low-profile 41.5mm design for maximum in-hand comfort and control. This is especially important for those who palm their reel while moving jerkbaits or prefer to keep a finger in contact with the line when the lure falls into deep water. The aerospace aluminum frame provides extreme rigidity for efficient power transmission and incorporates a carbon fiber side cover to minimize weight. Surprisingly, being so packed with features with clever inner workings, iReel weighs just 180g. and it is a pleasure to hold all day.
The appearance of KastKing’s advanced electromagnetic braking system offers never-before-seen functionality that helps anglers build their confidence and skills at a rapid pace. By embracing new technologies and modernizing the angling experience, iReel aims to disrupt the baitcasting category by establishing innovative analytics to support experiential learning through quantitative data such as cast distance, line release speed, the speed of recovery, the number of casts made and the duration of a fishing trip.
As the KastKing smart fishing ecosystem continues to develop, anglers will soon be able to incorporate a host of exciting features using wearable technology ranging from Bluetooth watches to wireless headphones and FishIQ goggles with directional audio and enhanced AR elements that present data from the iReel to the fisherman in a hands-free format, which allows you to interact in a natural and intuitive way without losing focus on the environment.
In today’s rapidly changing world, technology can be found at the touch of our fingertip vials. With this comes comfort and enhanced performance, cascading down to the modern iReel-in-hand angler looking for an immersive experience to gain all the advantages technology can provide.
Now available in two models:
iReel IFC Features: Digital Braking System
IFC (intelligent frequency control)
Axis Eye Line Guide
6.98 ounces lightweight aluminum alloy frame
Capacity of 200 meters of 12 # PE
11+1 double sealed stainless ball bearings
40mm wide coil
MSRP: $349
iReel AMB Features: Mechanical Braking System
iReel AMB FEATURES:
AMB (Auto Adjusting Magnetic Braking System)
Axis Eye Line Guide
6.98 ounces lightweight aluminum alloy frame
Capacity of 200 meters of 12 # PE
11+1 double sealed stainless ball bearings
40mm wide coil
MSRP: $299
Learn more about KastKing’s innovative new products by visiting Post 5108 in ICAST 2023.
For more information on KastKing, please contact Dena Vick at [email protected].
About KastKing:
Founded in 2013, KastKing had a vision of producing quality products designed by anglers for anglers and delivered directly to the consumer at affordable prices. True to that vision, KastKing products are developed through input from the fishing community and go directly to the manufacturing plant. This reverse formula from manufacturer to consumer introduces cutting edge features into the new products that anglers want and need. The brand has gained popularity with anglers by offering affordable innovation through in-house engineering, allowing KastKing to offer never-before-seen technology at truly extraordinary prices. Ten years later, KastKing products have been sold to consumers in more than 150 countries and regions around the world through a variety of supply chains. Originally, KastKing products were only available online, but consumers can now find their favorite products in a growing number of retail stores. To learn more about KastKing and KastKing products, please visit our website at kastking.com or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.
remington ammunitionis pleased to announce that Texas native Dustin Sanchez is the latest Big Green Ambassador. With a strong background in competitive shooting, he competes in various USPSA, Steel Challenge, and Tactical Shotgun shooting disciplines.
“We are delighted to welcome Dustin to the Remington family,” said Joel Hodgdon, director of marketing for Remington Ammunition. “His journey into competitive shooting sports and his extensive experience make him an ideal partner for Big Green. We look forward to this partnership as we continue to provide shooters with top-of-the-line ammunition that exemplifies Remington’s legacy of quality and performance.”
Growing up in central Texas, Sánchez built lasting memories of shooting in the woods and at the range among family and friends. These memories serve as the basis for his great love of firearms and Second Amendment advocacy.
Sanchez now focuses on long-range shots, especially in field combat and sniping challenges. His journey into competitive shooting has given him extensive experience as a combat director, scene designer, shooting officer, marksman, educator, and content creator. Remington is proud to welcome this new ambassador to their impressive line.
Visit www.remington.com to see how Sanchez teaches viewers about long-range shooting, competition basics, and popular disciplines like the Sniper Rifle Series, National Rifle League, Steel Challenge, and Shooting and daily hunting.
Find Remington ammunition at dealers across the country and online. For more information on Remington ammunition and accessories, visit www.remington.com.
“Voice of the Duck Hunter” returns in person to deliver entertaining and informative segments from the Duck Hunters EXPO floor thanks to a sponsorship from MOJO
BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA—The Delta Waterfowl Duck Hunters EXPO at the State House Convention Center in Little Rock, Arkansas, July 28-30 will feature an 80,000-square-foot exhibit floor. Among its exciting attractions will be the “Voice of the Duck Hunter” podcast studio sponsored by MOJO Outdoors.
“We are honored to return as a Title Sponsor,” said MOJO Outdoors President and CEO Terry Denmon. “Last year’s EXPO podcasts incorporated a variety of insights on topics of paramount importance to the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation and added value to passionate listeners from all flyways.”
“With so many factors dictating the success of waterfowl research, production and management, conservation has great benefits for duck hunters. Studying and participating in conservation practices adds valuable knowledge to each of us, making us all better hunters. MOJO Outdoors will continue to support Delta Waterfowl’s effort to educate the community not only about duck conservation and production, but also the “whys” behind it all.”
The “Voice of the Duck Hunter” podcast team will call guests from the multitude of waterfowl policy and production experts, duck hunting superstars, champion callers, winning dog trainers, canine health experts, marketers and more who will gather for Duck Hunters EXPO to record entertaining and insightful episodes for listeners across the country.
“There’s nothing like sitting face to face with podcast guests,” said Delta director of conservation and podcast host Joel Brice. “Thanks to the continued support of MOJO, the EXPO podcast provides us with an excellent opportunity to bring together a collection of waterfowl experts educated in all aspects of our sport, in person, and share the unique experience of our event with listeners from all over the world. the country”.
Listeners can stream the Delta Waterfowl podcast on Apple, Spotify, and TuneIn.
Federal Premium Ammunition presents the Delta Waterfowl Duck Hunters EXPO. Get your tickets now!
delta waterfowl is The Duck Hunters Organization, a leading conservation group working to raise ducks and secure the future of North American waterfowl hunting. Visit deltawaterfowl.org.
The largest youth shooting sporting event in the United States, the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) National Championships, begins this week at the Cardinal Shooting Center in Marengo, Ohio.
With more than 3,500 youth shooting sports athletes and 300 teams from over 30 states, the SCTP National Championship draws intense competition among the nation’s best youth shooters. It also has a fantastic festive atmosphere with activities and vendors for the whole family.
“The SCTP National Championship represents everything positive that the youth shooting sport can offer; competition, family, friends, outdoor activities…it’s an event like no other in the country,” said Jason Gilbertson, director of marketing for Winchester Ammunition. “Competitive shooting continues to be one of the fastest growing sports at the high school level, and Winchester is honored to be the official ammunition of SCTP and this event.”
Winchester® Ammunition, the Official Ammunition of the SCTP and the SCTP National Team, will be on site throughout the event with a long list of promotions, professional staff appearances, Winchester branded merchandise and of course lots of Winchester AA® and Target® Super-Cartridges to keep these young competitors in the firing line having fun.
Winchester Ammunition is offering the following promotions and activities during the SCTP National Event, July 7-15, 2023:
The Winchester Vendor Building will be open daily and stock a great selection of name brand clothing and gear including hats, shirts, tumblers, signs, coolers, gun cleaning kits, koozies and much more.
Where is Winchester Scavenger Hunt? Find the giant cartridges hidden around the facilities to win great prizes all week.
Free frozen treats at the Winchester stand all week long.
Winchester and Shoot United Featured Film Festival, played daily at the Winchester Vendor Building
Winchester Ammunition ammunition cartridges will continue to be sold through local on-site dealers; the Winchester store will sell merchandise and promotional items only
In addition to Winchester’s on-site presence throughout the event, people back home can follow through on social media for a tour of the Winchester store, view Winchester ProStaff and engage in their own exciting promotions. Follow us on Facebook (@WinchesterOfficial), Instagram (@WinchesterAmmunition) and Twitter (@Winchester).
About the Scholastic Clay Target Program
Led by more than 3,500 coaches, more than 18,000 young athletes compete through SCTP, which is part of the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF), an educational and athletic organization that exists to introduce school-age youth to sports. of shooting and facilitate their continuous training. intervention.
About Winchester ammunition
Winchester is the world’s largest small-calibre ammunition company and a leader in providing innovative ammunition products for hunters, shooters, law enforcement, and combatants in the United States. The 157-year-old Winchester brand is based on the integrity, hard work and a deep focus on your loyal customers. Learn more about Winchester by visiting Winchester.com or by connecting with us on Facebook at Facebook.com/WinchesterOfficial.
Winchester: Committed to the safe, legal and responsible use of firearms
As a world leader in the hunting and shooting sports industry, and a 157-year-old brand, Winchester is committed to the safe, legal, and responsible use of firearms. Winchester works with key groups like the National Shooting Sports Foundation on a variety of issues important to our industry, including training and education, and on specific programs like Gun Owners Care and Project ChildSafe. Winchester will continue to support programs, organizations and individuals that promote hunting and shooting sports activities in a positive and responsible environment. Any use of firearms by participating youth must be done under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or other responsible adult.
About caring for gun owners
Gun owners care. You worry about safety. You care about preventing unauthorized access to firearms. You care about improving your community, helping those in need, and conserving wildlife and wild places for generations to come. It’s time for gun owners to tell their stories and show how they’re making a difference. NSSF®, the trade association for the firearms industry, has established the Gun Owners Care campaign to unite gun owners and the firearms industry in this common cause. Visit gunownerscare.org for more information.
Smith’s bait knives meet the angler’s catching, cleaning and cooking needs
Fishermen, hunters and chefs are constantly in need of a good sharp knife and finding a knife that will suit various applications is a real gem. Whether cutting bait on the dock for a day on the water, slicing game for the grill, or peeling potatoes in the kitchen, Smith’s has you covered with the new Lawaia Bait Knife.
Smith’s Lawaia series accommodates a variety of needs and applications for those who work outdoors and/or in the kitchen. Offered in 3.25-inch and 4-inch lengths, these blades are comprised of razor-sharp, corrosion-resistant 3Cr13 stainless steel blades and are available as a straight or serrated edge blade to suit the cutting task. specific in question.
LAWAIA SERRATED BAIT KNIFE 3.25″
The Lawaia series features an ergonomic, non-slip handle that fits perfectly in the hand for maximum control even in the most difficult situations, and the short blades offer greater accuracy and precision when a perfect cut is required.
Offered in three handle colors: yellow, green and blue, the Lawaia knife series easily changes from the water or in the field to suit kitchen applications that require garnishing, mincing, peeling, slicing and dicing.
Cleaning the Lawaia series is a piece of cake – simply wipe your Lawaia Bait Knife with a damp cloth for best care and long lasting use. Lawaia knives are not only versatile but also highly affordable, with an MSRP of $7.99 for 3.25-inch and $8.99 for the 4-inch model.
This knife will make a great gift for the hunter or fisherman in your life or anyone who enjoys cooking! The serrated edge stainless steel knife is ideal for professional use or for any connoisseur of home cooking.
LAWAIA BAIT KNIFE 3.25″
Additionally, the Lawaia series is covered by Smith’s Limited Lifetime Warranty on all of their knives.
Smith’s Consumer Products, the Edge experts since 1886, offers exceptional tools, knives and accessories for all anglers and outdoor adventurers. Learn more about Smith’s innovative new products by visiting Rank 2508 at ICAST 2023.
For information on Smith’s consumer products or new ICAST 2023 products, please contact Dena at [email protected]
ABOUT SMITH CONSUMER PRODUCTS:
Smith’s Consumer Products is an Arkansas-based company that traces its history back to 1886. Smith’s produces the broadest line of knife and scissor sharpeners available, ranging from simple fixed-angle sharpeners for consumers who want quick and easy sharpening to sophisticated precision kits. Designed for the knife sharpening enthusiast. Our offering includes manual and electric sharpeners that incorporate many different abrasive materials, including diamond, carbide, ceramic, bonded synthetic abrasives, and of course, Arkansas natural stone. Smith’s Consumer Products Edge Experts also design and manufacture a wide range of tools for the outdoor enthusiast, as well as knives for everyday carry, tactical, shop, kitchen, hunting and fishing needs.
The highly anticipated SPYPOINT FLEX-S is now arriving at North American retailers. SPYPOINT was the first trail camera company to offer the convenience and ease of an integrated solar panel to trail camera users, and FLEX-S has taken that technology and further refined it to be more efficient and powerful. never.
In addition to the integrated solar panel, the FLEX-S also offers users the option to choose to operate in Snapshot Mode, allowing you to request a photo or video preview from the camera at that moment.
“The FLEX-S has a lot of excitement around it. Our customers started asking for it as soon as we launched FLEX last year, and we listened,” said Jean-Francois Boyer, Vice President of Marketing for SPYPOINT. “As much as customers have been looking forward to the FLEX-S, we only expect that to intensify with the news that the FLEX-S will make use of Instant Mode technology to allow a hunter to request a photo or video preview, depending of what you do mode the camera is in when the request is made. The FLEX series of cameras has already become a favorite, but the FLEX-S, with all-season battery life and on-demand capabilities, really takes performance to the next level,” he concluded.
SPYPOINT trail cameras are available at thousands of locations across the country.
For more information on FLEX-S, visit www.spypoint.com/flex.
ABOUT SPYPOINT: SPYPOINT, the world’s #1 cellular tracker camera brand, revolutionized the hunting industry by making mobile scouting accessible to everyone. Our reliable, easy-to-use cameras and innovative camera and photo management app with customizable maps, weather and BUCK TRACKER AI filters are designed with one goal in mind: to make you a more prepared and efficient hunter. With SPYPOINT you have the whole hunt in the palm of your hand. For more information on SPYPOINT products and technology, visit www.spypoint.com.
Z-Man® Pro Brian ‘B.Lat’ Latimer Gets Tricky With a Twisty New Creature Bait
Traditional critter baits exhibit three outstanding qualities: they tear through grass and kick up wood decking like a wrecking ball. Baits cause big bites in thick cover. And if they’re made of run-of-the-mill plastisol, a bass or two is all you get before adding another shredded bait to the scrap pile.
A quick look at what’s new z-man® pixie it might mislead you into believing it’s like other baits in the category. But comparisons to every other creature end at the superficial level, as the Gremlin’s next-level anatomy reveals all sorts of valuable bass-catching talents. Built for off-roading, flipping heavy decks and pounding, the new Gremlin is equally effective on a Carolina rig, swim jig or swing head jig, or gnarly-looking trailer on the back of a ChatterBait® bladed jig. .
“Too many creature baits flap super-aggressively, and they all offer pretty much the same overall action,” notes Z-Man pro Brian “B.Lat” Latimer. “Shorts, especially 5- and 7-pound kickers, become conditioned to these same repetitive motions. That’s why one of the goals when designing the Gremlin was to create a refined and less aggressive tail action. The body and appendages of the bait have been contoured to perform at a high level, especially during the summer and fall when many anglers are targeting the same bass.
“We knew, of course, that injecting the bait with ElaZtech® would solve the durability problem,” says the YouTube rock star. “I mean, who wouldn’t rather catch a dozen or more bass on a single bait instead of changing it every few fish? Awesome. But then, we took the game a step further than our usual ElaZtech home recipe.”
Extending the properties of the next-generation superplastic material it conjured up nearly twenty years ago, Z-Man propelled the Gremlin forward with a new formulation of soft plastics. “In the past, one of the challenges with ElaZtech has been that it is so soft that when you flip baits on heavy cover, the hook can pierce the body too easily,” explains B.Lat. “Very excited to say that Gremlin is the first bait composed of Z-Man’s new ElaZtech.tumbling formula—Perfected for heavy cover combat style fishing.”
To allow the hook to quickly penetrate a hookset’s material while remaining completely weed free during retrieval, the Advanced Tumble Formula was developed in Z-Man’s laboratory in the USA. “Conceiving, sculpting, and pouring baits right in our South Carolina labs allows us to hone every element of bait creation, hands-on, rather than struggling to communicate with secondary agents across the ocean,” says José Chávez. , director of Z-Man. Product development.
“The new Flipping material is even stronger than our normal ElaZtech formula, but still keeps the pinch point in check during recovery. It also makes Texas rigging much easier. And you’ll notice that the Gremlin still feels extra smooth and fishes with the same freedom and fluidity as other ElaZtech baits, but with a tougher formula that’s perfectly suited to grass and brush with a large hook and heavy tungsten weight.” .
Z-Man’s Gremlin features a new ‘flip formula’ from ElaZtech to optimize Texas rigging and hook penetration.
Zooming into the Gremlin’s anatomy, Chavez calls attention to several purpose-driven elements. “The bait was built with a nice meaty body and a polygon-shaped core that holds the hook point securely, even when dragged through heavy cover. The material itself is tougher, but the ribbed torso of the bait produces a smooth texture, easily compressed within the jaws of the bass. Deep-cut ribs increase water displacement and trap and exude air bubbles for even greater underwater presence.”
Examination of the Gremlin’s twin tails reveals attributes not possible with traditional PVC. “The connection points between the torso and the legs are very fine by intention,” Chávez points out. “This allows for very targeted and consistent action. He’ll also notice the two side fins, which help align the legs, keeping them apart without sticking together, a common complaint with traditional creatures. You can also remove the fins, which give the legs a much more aggressive flaring action. Essentially, the sidearms dictate the activity level of the bait, which the angler can customize.”
“One of the keys to the Gremlin’s bass catching success lies in its subtle curly tail action,” adds B.Lat. “You want to retrieve the bait with a slower swim, rather than jumping off the bottom. Swim and stop. Those little tails wave and spin continuously, more like subtle little tornadoes than broad, thrashing larvae. These refined little tail flicks send all the right signals to hard-pressed bass, just enough vibrance to grab attention without sending up red flags.”
Chávez points to the additional wizardry of crafting baits. “See how the legs start out extra skinny at the base of the torso and then contour and transition into a thicker ‘knee’ section? Paired with the bait’s wings, or side fins, this trim keeps the legs and tail perfectly streamlined and streamlined; prevents material from stretching for nice, smooth casts and quiet landings.”
Like all ElaZtech baits, the Gremlin augments every presentation with its natural buoyancy. “The bass absolutely crushes the bait as it glides slowly on the drop, the tails subtly spiraling,” explains B.Lat. “But the buoyancy also produces smooth, consistent action as you swim and let it skate. You get a lot of bites as the Gremlin slowly glides over the drop. Therefore, I like to maximize the glide effect by going as light as possible, often using 1/8 to ¼ ounce weight. It really gives the bait more visibility; let the fish see it coming and spot it from a distance.
“All I can say is, if you think the bait works on a Texas or Carolina rig, try it on a ChatterBait. That combo looks just disgusting.”
Designed by Z-Man pro Brian “B.Lat” Latimer, the 4.5″ Gremlin features a bass with a bulky creature bait profile and refined action-driven anatomy. Built from the new formula Flipping from ElaZtech, the Gremlin offers increased durability with optimal hook penetration.Offered in 8 color schemes, selected by B.Lat himself, the Gremlin will be available in October.MSRP $4.99 per 4-pack.www.zmanfishing. com.
About Z-Man Fishing Products: A dynamic company based in Charleston, South Carolina, Z-Man Fishing Products has been fusing cutting-edge fishing tackle with technology for nearly three decades. Z-Man has long been one of the industry’s largest suppliers of silicone skirt material used in jigs, spinnerbaits, and other lures. Creator of the original ChatterBait®, Z-Man is also the renowned innovator of 10X Tough ElaZtech® soft baits, among the most sought after baits in freshwater and saltwater. Z-Man is one of the fastest growing lure brands in the world.
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it might mislead you into believing it’s like other baits in the category. But comparisons to every other creature end at the superficial level, as the Gremlin’s next-level anatomy reveals all sorts of valuable bass-catching talents. Built for off-roading, flipping heavy decks and pounding, the new Gremlin is equally effective on a Carolina rig, swim jig or swing head jig, or gnarly-looking trailer on the back of a ChatterBait® bladed jig. .
