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THE BEST OF ICAST • The premier showcase for the latest innovations in gear, tackle, accessories and apparel, the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades—better known as ICAST—is a cornerstone of the global sport-fishing industry, as well as a year-round driver of recreational-fishing-product sales. Once again, this year’s show in Orlando, Florida, did not disappoint. Here are some of our editors’ top picks. a, did not disappoint. Here are some of our editors’ top picks.
A WORK OF ART REPEATS AT BLUE MARLIN GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP • A hard-fought second victory in Orange Beach, Alabama
TOURNAMENT QUICK BITES
MEDITERRANEAN SPEARFISH ON FLY • The longest of long shots pays off
TOP-NOTCH TACKLE • Breaking down the quality debate when it comes to tools of the trade
Whoo Dat’s Jacked-Up Oysters
TOP NEW TECH • The latest in electronics, safety and accessories
NEXT-GENERATION BOATBUILDING • Whether they were born into it or jumped in with both feet, the challenges and rewards are the same
DO FISH FEEL PAIN? • Possibly, but hardly in the same manner that humans feel it
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THE BITES CONTINUE • Expedition to Guatemala yields lessons in patience and multiple hookups