ICAST (International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades) announced the winners of its “Best in Category” at this year’s trade show on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.
The sportfishing industry’s largest trade show is underway in Orlando, Florida. It began on Tuesday, July 11, and wraps up Friday, July 24.
The New Product Showcase showcases the sportfishing industry’s ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit by recognizing the year’s most innovative products culminating in awarding the “Best of Show” honours.
Some 1,087 entries were submitted in 37 categories. The winners were announced during an awards reception and posted on social media.
2023 “Best of Category” winners
Category – Sponsor
Freshwater Reel –
Product: Shimano, Stradic FM.
Boats and Watercraft –
Product: Johnson Outdoors, Old Town Sportsman BigWater ePDL+ 132.
Freshwater Hard Lure –
Product: Z-Man Fishing, Chatterbait Elite EVO.
Fly Fishing Waders and Wading Boots –
Product: Simms Fishing Products, G4Z Stockingfoot Wader.
Saltwater Reel –
Product: Daiwa, Seapower FM.
Tackle Management –
Product: Boat Outfitters | Teak Isle, The Pontoon Boat Tackle Center
Warm Weather Technical Apparel for Men –
Product: AFTCO, Channel Hooded Performance Shirt.
Electronics –
Product: Westin Fishing, Westin EscapeCam.
Custom Tackle & Components –
Product: American Tackle Company, Tsuka 2 Complete Carbon Handle.
Lifestyle Apparel for Men –
Product: AFTCO, Ocean Bound Hooded Performance Shirt.
Fly Fishing Rods –
Product: Pure Fishing, Hardy Marksman Z.
Best Fly Fishing Reel –
Product: Cheeky Fishing, Cheeky Spray Fly Reel.
Saltwater Soft Lure –
Product: Z-Man Fishing Products, Mulletron LT (Line-Through) Swimbait
Fly Fishing Technical Apparel and Accessories –
Product: Renzetti Inc., Master M6014 Edition.
Freshwater Rod –
Product: St. Croix Rods, St. Croix Mojo Bass TRIGON.
Motorized Boating Accessories –
Product: Power-Pole, Power-Pole Move ZR.
Freshwater Soft Lures –
Product: Pure Fishing, Berkley PowerBait Nessie.
Saltwater Rod –
Product: Shimano, The NRX+ Inshore
Terminal Tackle –
Product: Rapala, VMC Swingin’ Ned Rig Jig
Rod and Reel Combo –
Product: Pure Fishing, Abu Garcia ZATA Baitcast Combo.
Fly Fishing Line, Leader, Tippet and Line Accessories –
Product: BUZBE, Colony 8T (Thin) Modular Tackle Box.
Saltwater Hard Lure –
Product: L&S Bait Company MIrrOlure The Duke Dog
Fishing Accessory –
Product: ENGEL COOLERS, ENGEL USB Rechargeable Lithium-Ion XL Live Bait.
Kid’s Tackle –
Product: Anything Possible Brands, ProFISHiency Next Gen Krazy Combo.
Fly Fishing Pack, Bag & Luggage –
Product: Simms Fishing Products, Flyweight Vest Pack.
Eyewear –
Product: Costa Sunglasses, King Tide 8, Black, 580G Blue Mirror.
Cold Weather Technical Apparel For Men –
Product: Blackfish Gear, Gale Pullover.
Lifestyle Apparel for Women –
Product: HUK Performance Fishing, Women’s Coverup Dress.
Fishing Line –
Product: Shimano, Mastiff Fluorocarbon.
Cutlery, Hand Pliers or Tools –
Product: BUBBA, BUBBA Pro Series Smart Fish Scale.
Novelties and Wellness –
Product: ExtremeMist Personal Cooling Systems, GoMist Drink and Misting Bottle.
Ice Fishing –
Product: Garmin, LiveScope Plus Ice Fishing Bundle LI with ECHOMAP.
Warm Weather Technical Apparel for Women –
Product: AFTCO, Women’s Mojeaux ¼ Zip Performance Suit.
Cold Weather Technical Apparel for Women –
Product: AFTCO, Women’s Barricade Rain Suit.
Footwear –
Product: AFTCO, Ankle Deck Boot – Black.
Soft and Hard Coolers –
Product: Flop Industries, Flop Box 10.
Non Motorized Boating Accessories –
Product: Bote, Bote Water Hammock.
