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Deep Crankbaits Tips For Fall Fishing Success
Deep-diving crankbaits catch big fish in autumn. If the open-water season was a hockey game, deep crankbaits would be the players delivering their best performance in the third period. Here are some tips to help you capitaliz...
At 8 Feet, the Bite is on with the New Rapala® DT®-8
Eight, is the magic number. That is, 8-feet down. Because that’s where the bite is absolutely on with Rapala’s new DT-8 crankbait.
Trigger Bites Down Deep with the New Storm® Original Deep Wiggle Wart®
When walleye, bass, pike and other species head deeper, it’s time to pull out the new Deep Wiggle Wart®.
Which Fillet Knife Is Best For You
In this blog, we’ll explain the features and benefits of traditional and electric fillet knives to help you choose the best fillet knife for you.
New from Sufix® – 100% Fluorocarbon Leader
Sufix® Advance® Fluorocarbon Leaders bring all the value, knot strength, abrasion resistance and shock absorption to the market that Sufix Advance Fluorocarbon line brought to freshwater fishing.
10 Must-Have Multi-Species Lures You Need in Your Tackle Box
What exactly is the definition of a multi-species lure? Is it a lure that can catch at least two different species of fish, or is it a lure that has the ability to catch darn near anything that crosses its path?
The Making of a Legend: How the Original Floating® Rapala® Transformed Sportfishing Around the World
The legend of the Original Floating Rapala began back in 1936 when Lauri Rapala, a Finnish fisherman, carved his first homemade fishing lure.
How To Use The Crossover Cap
The VMC Crossover Cap embodies the saying, “big things come in small packages”. Despite its diminutive size, the Crossover Cap offers anglers many options for tweaking lures, jigs and rigs to help catch more fish.
Hook ‘Em Easy, Hold ‘Em Fast with New VMC® Ned Rig Jigs
Great news for Ned Heads – VMC’s new Ned Rig Jig helps anglers of all skill levels hook and hold bass, making it easier than ever to both catch ‘em and boat ‘em.
Top Water Action - New Colours For Skitter V Will Get The Fish Fired Up
Rapala® has the lures that deliver time and time again. Take a look at the new colours for the Skitter V.
Let Me Tell You About My Bass Friend
Bass Friends Forever reminds us that whatever life brings us, no matter how tough things may get, spending time with your bass friend is priceless.
Father’s Day Gear Guide
Whether Dad’s new to fishing or an experienced angler, here’s a list of gifts sure to put a smile on his face this Father’s Day.
Connecting with Nature
Warmer weather is finally here. It’s time to share a post on your LinkedIn: “Gone Fishing” to spend precious hours on a boat or on a dock fishing with friends and family.
13 Fishing’s New Rods, Reels And Combos
Continuing to expand the boundaries of rod and reel design, engineering and materials, 13 Fishing releases several new products for the season. Here’s a quick overview of the latest rods, reels and combos worth adding to your...
Tips On Packable, Travel Fishing Rods
A quality travel rod that’s easy to pack is one of the best pieces of gear to own if you’re an adventurous angler. Compact, simple to store and highly portable, a multi-piece travel rod is a fantastic option for urban angling...
New Angling Apparel from Rapala and 13 Fishing
Being comfortable on the water goes a long way to helping you fish your best and enjoy time outdoors with family and friends. Whether it’s a rain suit to keep you dry in a downpour, a moisture-wicking shirt to stay cool in th...
13 Fishing’s New Blackout Rod & Reels
Behold! 13 Fishing’s new Blackout rods and reels have arrived.
13 Fishing’s New Omen Gold Rods
The latest generation of 13 Fishing’s legendary Omen Gold rod series delivers performance, precision and reliability. Here’s a closer look at this premium rod series, built for walleye and smallmouth bass anglers.
Rapala® Shad Dancer® Has ‘a Touch of magic’
It takes a lot to impress a legend. But the new Rapala® Shad Dancer® is not only an “eye opener” and a “homerun,” says Al Lindner, it might just be another bait for the ages, right up there with the Shad Rap® and Original Flo...
Rapala® RAIN – Gear Up For April Showers
Best action shots from last season!
Rapala® Adds Five New Colour Patterns to the OG Slim™ 6
Rapala® has added five new Ott-inspired, bass-approved colour patterns to its OG Slim™ 6 line-up: Bream, Copper Green Shad, Hot Copper Green Shad, Classic Craw and Coosa Special.
Finally, Baitcasters That Don’t Break The Bank
13 Fishing is shaking up the status quo once again with its new Origin F1, O1 and R1 baitcasters.
New from Ott’s Garage: The Rapala OG Tiny 4
Rapala’s tournament-winning, bait-designing bass pro has really Ott-done himself with his newest creation: the OG Tiny 4, a flat-sided, finesse crankbait with a tight balsa-wood wobble and subtle action.
Rapala® Adds a Little Bruiser to the Rap-V Blade Line-Up
There’s a new Little Bruiser in Rapala’s Rap-V Blade line-up, the 2-inch, 3/8th oz., Number 5 model.
Rapala® Shad Rap® Now Available in New, Unique ‘Unicorn’ Colours
Rapala’s unique new Shad Rap® patterns appear to be part baitfish, part unicorn.
13 Fishing Profile
13 Fishing is one of the fastest growing brands in the fishing industry today. With a relentless drive to innovate and push the limits of design, engineering and materials, this young company makes high performance rods, reel...
Rapala Bait Showcase
Welcome to the first instalment of the Rapala Baits Showcase, a blog series profiling the world’s best fishing lures! Taking centre stage today are Jigging Raps, Shad Raps, Husky Jerks and BX Brats — four tried-and-true lures...
Jigging Shadow Rap
New Jigging Shadow Rap vs Jigging Rap
80,000 WOO HOOS!!! Rapala® Youtube Channel Hits New Milestone
Rapala YouTube Channel just reached 80,000 subscribers!
Rapala® Adds Four Custom Colour Patterns to the Jigging Rap® Line-Up
Now, one of the hottest baits for deep-dwelling fish comes in four proven new colour patterns!
Ice Fisherman’s Gear Guide 2021
Whether you’re looking for an ice-fishing gift or gearing-up for yourself, Rapala and Rapala Respected Brands have everything you need for the hard-water season. Here’s a look at some new and best-selling lures, line, accesso...
Stay Safe, Warm and Dry on the Ice with New StrikeMaster® Stay-on-Surface Float Technology
When you’re dedicated to helping ice anglers pursue their passion for catching fish through the ice, you go to the edge to find new ways to keep them warm, safe and comfortable – so they can spend less time thinking about wha...
13 Fishing’s New & Noteworthy Ice Combos, Rods and Reels
Walleye, lake trout, panfish, pike - whatever fish you aim to catch this hard-water season, 13 Fishing’s ice combos, rods and reels have got you covered. Here’s a rundown of new and noteworthy products guaranteed to elevate y...
Open-Water Fisherman’s Gift Guide 2021
If you’re seeking gift-giving inspiration for an angler on your shopping list, look no further.
Ice Angling Accessories
Ice fishing accessories are as important for a fun, fish-filled day as a quality auger, portable sonar and tried-and-true lures. Here are several angling accessories worth owning for the hard-water season.
StrikeMaster® Ice Augers Set the Bar by Which All Others are Judged
You’ve got water to cover. Lots of icy cold hard stuff. Shorter days mean you don’t have time to mess around. You need an auger you can depend on. Drill hard and fast. Get the job done, now. Get the line in the hole. Fish on.
StrikeMaster® Lithium 24v Auger Delivers the Light, Mobile Power You Need
When ice anglers requested a lighter, more mobile battery-powered auger, StrikeMaster® delivered with the new Lithium 24v, a tough “little brother” to its legendary 40v auger.
New Rapala® Digital Line Counter & Custom Colour Deep Husky Jerks®
Loaded with functionality, Rapala’s new Digital Line Counter is easy to use for casting, trolling and spooling line.
Catch Bass Anywhere, Under Any Condition, with New Terminator® Pro Series Spinnerbaits
Terminator has a spinnerbait that matches nearly every combination that you’re going to need as an angler
New Colour Patterns for the Shad Dancer®, Shadow Rap® and Super Shad Rap®
Some of your favorite lures just got great new colours.
Fillet Fast and Clean with the New Rapala® R12 Heavy-Duty Lithium Fillet Knife Combo
Featuring twice the speed and three times the torque of other cordless fillet knives, Rapala’s new R12 Heavy-Duty Lithium Fillet Knife Combo will provide 80 minutes of continuous runtime.
Big Bass Beware. VMC® Expands Tokyo Rig® Line-Up with its New Finesse Neko Model
VMC®, renowned worldwide for its legendary fishing hooks, is expanding its Tokyo Rig® line-up to include a new Finesse Neko model.
Storm® Adds New Shad-Shaped Bait to 360GT Searchbait® Line
Storm® is bringing a new profile, action and vibration pattern to its 360GT Searchbait® line with the introduction of a shad-shape bait.
VMC® Perfects Wacky and Neko™ Rigging with the New Crossover Rings™ and Pliers™
VMC’s innovative new Crossover system maximizes efficiency for rigging soft plastics and worms on VMC® hooks to catch and land big bass.
Father’s Day Gear Guide
Looking for fishing gift ideas for Dad? Below are our top picks for Father’s Day, with gift options for experienced anglers to those just starting to enjoy fishing.
New Colours and Bait Rigs from Blue Fox® and Luhr-Jensen® are Sure to Trigger Big Bites
The new Blue Fox® UV Bright Classic Vibrax® baits combine complementary colour flourishes to trigger bites from hard-fighting gamefish.
Concept Z SLD
The original Concept Z rocked the industry with its groundbreaking CZB technology. Pushing the edge of design, engineering, and materials forward is what the Z is all about. The NEW Gen II Concept Z SLD doesn’t disappoint...
10 Tips On Taking Dad Fishing
If you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate your love for Dear Ol’ Dad, how about inviting him to go fishing!
NEW PATTERNS AND A SMALLER DEEP-DIVING MODEL FOR RAPALA RIPSTOP LURES
The Rapala bait that stops on a dime is now available in two new colors and a new size that will stop fish in their tracks and trigger bites.
Tips And Gear For Fishing With Family & Friends
If you’re a beginner angler wanting to catch fish with family and friends, this blog is for you.
Breathing life Into Balsa
For 85 years, since the invention of the Original Floating® Rapala® lure in 1936, there’s no lure that has earned more world records or has been responsible for more tournament wins than the Rapala® lure.
LET IT RAIN! NEW RAPALA RAIN GEAR KEEPS ANGLERS DRY AND COMFORTABLE
When the sprinkles start, zip into the new Rapala® RAIN suit and hit the water without worry of getting wet.
New Rapala X-Rap Prop Patterns Will Have Anglers Going for Gold
Rapala is introducing Rapala X-Rap Props in “Florida Gold” and “Black Chrome Orange.”
New Sufix 131 - the Most Reliable Braided Line
Perfectly round, the new super-strong premium Sufix® 131™ braid is smoother and quieter than others in its class.
What Makes The New Sufix ProMix Braid So Special?
With input from Rapala’s top fishing pros, Sufix® has developed a premium braided fishing line that will long retain its color without costing too much green.
Lady Ice Anglers: Strikemaster® Allie Jacket And Bibs Serve Up Go-All-Day Ice Fishing Comfort And Performance
Outfitted with all the features of its warm, sturdy and safe Pro Suit, the new StrikeMaster® Allie Suit is tailored specifically for female anglers’ comfort and performance on the ice, in all sorts of weather.
New Secret Weapon For Ice Anglers!
The most supple, strong and sensitive mono ever spooled on a reel is available now for ice fishing. New Sufix® Advance® Ice Monofilament, featuring 50 percent less stretch than standard mono.
Open-Water Fisherman’s Gift Guide 2020
Our fishing buyer’s guide showcases the newest and most sought-after lures, tackle, tools, apparel and accessories. If you’re shopping for an angler, you’ll find plenty of gift-giving inspiration below.
Ice Fisherman’s Gift Guide 2020
Ice fishing and the holiday season are around the corner. Rapala and Rapala Respected Brands have everything needed to gear-up for ice fishing, including lures, line, rods, reels, and accessories, along with the latest ice dr...
13 Fishing Rod And Reel Buyer’s Guide
Whether buying your first fishing rod and reel, or looking for a performance driven set-up, 13 Fishing has the equipment to meet your needs.
StrikeMaster’s Efficient, Fast Cutting Lite-Flite Lazer Drill Unit
Pound for pound, StrikeMaster’s® new Lite-Flite Lazer™ Drill Unit ice auger is the undisputed champion of cutting speed and efficiency, knocking out all rivals.
Before First Ice, Re-Spool Your Reels With Fresh Sufix Line
Because ice-fishing reels are so small, it’s important to spool up fresh Sufix® line before the seson. Small spools cause line coils, and coils cost you bites.
Why You Should Own An Ice Fishing Inline Reel
Thinking about making the jump to an inline ice reel this winter? The 13 Fishing BlackBetty inline reels are the best performers on the market and chock-full of ice-fishing specific features.
Something New From StrikeMaster® For The Cold Weather Angler
When winter winds howl and temps plunge, StrikeMaster’s new Pro Suit, the ultimate in cold-weather outerwear, will keep you warm, comfortable and safe on the ice.
New StrikeMaster® Lithium 24v Ice Auger - Super Light and Mobile
When ice anglers requested a lighter, more mobile battery-powered auger, StrikeMaster® delivered with the new Lithium 24v, a tough “little brother” to its legendary 40v auger.
Fishing the Countdown for Trophy Brook Trout (and Other Salmonids)
The Countdown Rapala family, which now features the Elite series, is a deadly family of lures for brook trout in a wide variety of circumstances.
Gearing Up For Fall Crappie
If you’re looking to catch big crappie this fall but don’t know where to start, this guide is for you. Here’s a rundown of where to find autumn crappie and the best tackle for landing plenty of plate-sized papermouths.
Tweaks That Make Fish Freak!
Want some crazy freaky fishing the next time you go out? Then try out four new tweaks offered by VMC®, recognized worldwide for making the meticulously designed, super sharp fishing rigs and hooks.
10 FISH-CLEANING MISTAKES IT’S TIME TO STOP
Here are 10 fish-cleaning mistakes to avoid, plus tips on how to get the best-tasting fillets.
VMC® DEBUTS HEAVY DUTY WEIGHTED WILLOW SWIMBAIT HOOK
Try a new spin on swimbait fishing with the new VMC® Heavy Duty Weighted Willow Swimbait Hook.
WHAT’S NEW FROM RAPALA® AT ICAST
Produced by the American Sportfishing Association, the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades (ICAST) is the world’s largest sportfishing trade show. ICAST® continues to be the place where the most valuable bu...
Storm® 360GT Searchbait™ Now Available in a Smaller Size
To help anglers match the hatch on bodies of water flush with small baitfish, the Storm® 360GT Searchbait™ is available now in a 2-½-inch model pre-rigged on a 3/32-ounce jig head and armed with a No. 2 VMC® hook.
Father’s Day Sale: Buy-More-Save-More Event 2020
FREE SHIPPING AND RAPALA CAP ON ORDERS $99+
Rapala "Search for Walleye"
Walleye - like the metal that shares its colour, they’re a fish that’s appreciated by every angler and here's why...
NEW BX™ BIG BRAT READY FOR OFF-ROAD CRANKIN’
Like a four-wheel drive, Rapala®’s new BX™ Big Brat square-bill will run over and through practically anything in its mission to bring the biggest bass into your boat.
NEW LUHR-JENSEN® COYOTE CYCLONE FLASHER ATTRACTS FISH AT MULTIPLE SPEEDS
Luhr-Jensen’s new easy-pulling, fully rotating Coyote Cyclone Flasher features an innovative Kick-Fin design that enables it to call in big salmon and lake trout at several trolling speeds.
ARE YOU READY FOR THE MOST ADVANCED FISHING LINE EVER?
Sufix® Advance® Fluorocarbon fishing line is the future of fishing. And it’s here now.
VMC Hooks - Made For The Outdoors
Simply put, there are no fishing hooks better made, or as sharp.
Shad Rap - 35 Years Of Performance
Why, after all these years is the Shad Rap as popular as it was when it was introduced? It comes down to one word: consistency.
open water season prep
Don’t let preparing for the fishing season bog you down. Follow our checklist and you’ll be ready to go fishing in short order.
Secure Sufix Pike Leader
When fishing for toothy and strong predators like the Northern Pike there are many details and parts of your equipment that need to be customized for success.
OPEN WATER FISHERMEN’S GIFT GUIDE
With all the gear available for anglers, finding the perfect gift can be challenging. This guide is here to help. It highlights our new gear for catching bass, walleye, pike, trout, salmon, steelhead, plus more of Canada&rsqu...
LOVING LITHIUM: THE BENEFITS OF AN ELECTRIC ICE DRILL
Here is a rundown of why electric augers are a cut above gas and propane powered models.
Why do you fish?
As anglers, we love it; we live it. But it’s not until you really slow down, dig deep and think hard that you really start to understand the reasons behind why we fish… so ask yourself, Why do you fish?
Rapala's 'The Search'
Where there is water, there are fish. Where there are fish, there is, and forever will be, Rapala. We are here, WE ARE FISHING!
The Art of Trolling Rapala X-Raps and X-Rap Magnums
Rapala X-Raps have been a long time favourite of mine, and long before I was trolling feathers or konas (skirted lures) I was trolling Rapalas. Nowadays I only troll X-Raps offshore which are ideal for this situation.
CUT ALL THE HOLES YOU NEED WITH THE STRIKEMASTER® LITHIUM 40V AUGER
You can cut all the holes you need with the StrikeMaster® Lithium 40v electric auger.
The Search for Pike
Replacing treble hooks with single hooks
Are you a dedicated angler? The one that continuously seeks perfection and solutions? Are you always asking questions about how to take your fishing passion to the next level?
Rapala´s Tools For Boat Anglers
In this article, Jonatan Nellfors will walk you through some of his most essential tools. Whether you are fishing from a boat or from shore, these will come in handy.
How To Tie The Palomar Knot
Learn how to tie the Palomar knot.
NEW SUFIX® ADVANCE™ MONOFILAMENT TICKS ALL THE BOXES
Advance truly is the line between traditional mono and braid!
How To Spool a Spinning Reel
Learn how to spool a spinning reel.
How To Spool a Baitcaster Reel
Learn how to spool a baitcaster reel.
How To Tie The Yucatan Knot
Learn how to tie the Yucatan knot
When a Summer Angler goes Ice fishing!
Day after day and hour after hour, last year offered some amazing moments on the waters. With a backpack full of memories, I’m thinking back to the times with heavy rain and hard winds.
BEST RAPALA BAITS FOR BEGINNER ANGLERS
We recommend the following 8 lures for beginners because they are easy to use, catch all kinds of fish and will remain tackle-box mainstays well beyond the freshman fishing years.
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