walleye
Berkley Finisher Expansion—New Sizes and Colors
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Sept. 11, 2025) – The Berkley Finisher quickly became a must-have for anglers looking to maximize forward-facing sonar efficiency. Now, after listening to angler feedback, Berkley has expanded the lineup with two new sizes, a 4 cm option for ultra-finesse applications and a 10 cm for targeting larger predators, giving anglers even more precision t…
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swimbait
Savage Gear Unveils the New 3D Soft Shine Glide
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Apr. 24, 2025) – Savage Gear has introduced the Savage Gear 3D Soft Shine Glide 7-inch Glide Bait—a meticulously engineered bait designed to tempt even the wariest predators. Featuring a hyper-realistic swimming and gliding action, this lure mimics the natural movements of a fleeing baitfish, making it an irresistible target for big fish lurking wit…
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Watershoes
Astral - Techyak - Loyak For Trails
LOYAK FOR TRAIL The Loyak is the ideal shoe for everyday and every activity. But sometimes, on the most rugged terrain, you need a bit more. That’s why we made the Techyak. We kept the same minimalist feel of the Loyak but added an optimal stack height of 7mm for the perfect blend of ground feel and protection. Plus, we added an even wider toe box. The Trail Grip 2…
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outdoors
Academy Sports + Outdoors Partners with Pro Angler Jacob Wheeler to Launch All-New Magellan Outdoors Pro Apparel Line
Academy Sports + Outdoors (“Academy”) (Nasdaq: ASO), a leading full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer, teamed up with professional angler Jacob Wheeler to launch the all-new Magellan Outdoors Pro by Jacob Wheeler line of fishing apparel. Personally designed, tested, and approved by Wheeler, the collection is built for the modern angler with fresh…
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trolling motors
Minn Kota® Introduces Kayak Terrova
RACINE, W.I. (Mar. 20, 2025) – Minn Kota®, a leader in trolling motor innovation for over 90 years, is bringing its proven technology to kayak anglers with the all-new Minn Kota Kayak Terrova. Designed to make boat control effortless and reliable, this motor puts advanced GPS navigation right at anglers' fingertips—so they can focus on fishing, not fighting the…
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Trucker
The Beauty of the Trucker - Review Series
Here at The Paddle Junkie headquarters we can never have enough hats. From a simple errand to a night on the town, we rarely go anywhere without a hat. Picking the right hat is all about pairing it as an accesory with your outfit. And trust me, there are plenty to choose from. We have simply hand picked a few and ranked them 1 - 5 with 1 being the worst and five bei…
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tungsten
SI Flies - Prime Preseason Sale
My buddy showed me some pictures of his favorite ice fishing group, and in almost every pic, the question was asked: what were you using and how. The answer was more complicated because of who wanted to share their secrets. Someone spilled the beans, and it happened to be Simcoe Bugs. The holographic and UV options are excellent from these guys, and what's not t…
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minkota
XPLORE & MEGA Live 2 - Humminbird Newest Technologies Available Now
RACINE, Wis. (Jan. 7, 2025) – The all-new, recently announced Humminbird® XPLORE™ and MEGA Live™ 2 are officially shipping, delivering unparalleled performance and innovation to the world of fish-finding technology. Designed with the modern angler in mind, these cutting-edge tools combine unmatched power, control, and clarity to help anglers maximize every moment o…
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