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YBC New SpinFish 2.0 " & 2.5 "
Improving on the SpinFish by introducing new smaller sizes , Yakima Bait Company has once again proven why they are one of the top salmon and steelhead lure companies in the Pacific Northwest . The 2 " and 2 ½ " sizes are perfect for steelhead , coho and pink salmon fisheries . Chinook will also gobble them up but the smaller sizes means you can throw them in the trout and bass tackle boxes , too . A versatile size that will catch fish , the new smaller SpinFish come pre-rigged with 20-pound fluorocarbon leaders and can be rigged to spin clockwise or counter-clockwise . Available in fish catching colors these lures will be a hit for the angler that likes to troll as well as using them behind a bait diver in rivers .
$ 8.99 yakimabait . com
Northwest Bait & Scent Tuna Belly
Based in the Columbia River Gorge and providing tested and proven fish attracting scents , Northwest Bait & Scent has introduced its new tuna belly scent , which is ideal for using with lures , baits , and flashers . The thick formula goes on sticky and leaches into the water providing a strong scent column to attract fish . Available in 2- , 4- and 8-ounce bottles , it comes with an applicator cap that allows you to put on a drop or drizzle it on .
$ 4.99 - $ 13.99 northwestbaitandscent . com
Simms New Flyweight Fishing Backpack
Simms is known for their waders and outerwear but new this spring is their Flyweight fishing backpack . This pack is perfect for the summer steelhead angler that likes to hike along streams and rivers for a day of fishing . It is made of 420-denier CORDURA and 210-denier rip stop nylon with a main compartment that can hold a tackle box or lunch . The outer external cargo 5.11 HEX- GRID panel can be used to store a lightweight jacket or more gear . Compatible with all Flyweight pods and accessories and has padded straps to keep your shoulders comfortable .
$ 179.95 simmsfishing . com
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