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Looking to update your tackle arsenal? Here’s some great new lures for 2026

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Lure companies try every year to create a new profile that fish haven’t seen.
For 2026, some new plastics for bass look like a COVID molecule with several creepy “legs.” Other companies are polishing up their swim baits that look ultra lifelike or jig heads that are able to be “seen” better by forward-facing sonar. In any case, anglers now have access to amazing baits to catch more, and bigger, fish.

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Looking for a new rod and reel in 2026? Here’s what to place in your locker

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Some say a good rod and reel can be an extension of your soul – if that’s the case, the offerings below will make you feel you made it to heaven.
With prices that will suit any budget, and options that will please any angler, Outdoor News gives you a heads-up for 2026 options that you’ll want in your rod locker come spring.

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Big shows with big lineups: 2026 ATA and SHOT Show review

Gear & Gadgets, Home Page News, National Hunting /

The Archery Trade Association (ATA) Show and Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show just finished up, and Outdoor News had staff on the ground and noses to the air to find out what the latest and greatest products will be for 2026.
Outdoor News’ Sales and Marketing Director Brian Knutson, attended SHOT, and reported that safety and security where in the hot lanes for growth.
“Optics also saw continued evolvement with new designs, technology and modular features,” Knutson said

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Tips for buying your first forward-facing sonar unit

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Buying your first forward-facing sonar can be a bit intimidating and expensive.
All brands have their version, but what should a person consider beyond where their electronic loyalties reside regardless if it’s Humminbird, Garmin or Lowrance?

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Looking for a new fishing boat in 2026? These options are sure to please

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If you’re looking to upgrade your current boat rig, or purchase your first one, plenty of great offerings exist for 2026.
Any of the models below are great choices whether you’re a tournament angler, weekend warrior, or simply a person who wants a great ride on their local lake or river.

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Repower your outboard or trolling motor: Here are top options for 2026

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If an angler wants a new motor, there are more options than ever, with more colors to match your gelcoat, and lower heartaches at the gas pump. These things sip fuel, don’t require ear plugs to operate, and they require less maintenance than in year’s past.
Repower, or buy a new rig, but the options below won’t disappoint.

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What to know if heading south for winter angling

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Every year our family goes down to Florida for a trip, and I always make sure we are on a canal, beach or some place that gives my crew an opportunity to fish.
We always go to VRBO or some site to find a house that fits the bill. Hotels? No thanks. The tricky part is deciding on an area to visit that not only allows us to fish, but also to find a salty fish species that’s anxious to allow a northern man to score.

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Looking for holiday gift ideas for the outdoors lover in your life? We’ve got you covered

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Who wouldn’t want to find some of the great gifts below in their stocking or under their tree?
Some might keep your feet dry, your body warm, or help you catch more fish. In any case, keep your outdoor loved ones in their “happy outdoor place” by shopping from Santa’s list below.

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Faster and smarter: New crossbows for 2025

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One of the biggest complaints that crossbow shooters always have had was having to fire the bolt to unload it, unless you owned one of the few models that had de-cocking gizmos, built right in.
For 2025, almost every manufacturer has a model that can be cocked or de-cocked, without having to risk blowing out a shoulder. That’s a major upgrade for rank-and-file horizontal bow users as autumn approaches.

Faster and smarter: New crossbows for 2025 Read More »

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