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The 2011 Angler's Holiday Gift Guide

Joe_Cermele — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:47:26 -0500

Looking for something to buy the special fisherman in your life? Maybe you're the angler and need to supply gift ideas to friends and loved ones. Either way, Field & Stream Fishing Editor Joe Cermele and Editor at Large Kirk Deeter have selected 30 top gear items ranging in price from "stocking stuffer" to "holy cow, that's one heck of a gift!" These wares are sure to please, and most have been tested throughout the 2011 fishing season for quality assurance and the F&S seal of approval. Happy shopping!

2011 RAM Outdoorsman Pickup

Joe_Cermele — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 22:24:51 -0400

Gear Review: New Stanley Vacuum Bottles Carry On a Tradition

Dave_Maccar — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 11:04:34 -0400

by Jay Cassell

Cooper's New All-Terrain Truck Tires

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 16:00:25 -0500

by Slaton White

Field & Stream Picks The Best New Fishing Gear of 2011

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 09:41:06 -0500

Test Overview:

Best New Line: Sufix 832 Advanced Superline

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 09:35:49 -0500

Best New Fly Line: Rio Avid Freshwater Trout Fly Line

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 09:29:44 -0500

Best New Lure: Rapala Clackin' Minnow

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 09:24:20 -0500

In 2009, Rapala released the Clackin’ Rap, a lipless crankbait with a unique rattle chamber. Instead of putting bearings in a hollow bait, Rapala used one steel ball that smacks an exposed metal disk to create a clacking sound. It worked.

Best New Strike Indicators: Insta-Set

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 09:18:04 -0500

Best New Fly Reel: Waterworks-Lamson Vanquish

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 09:12:28 -0500

Best New Fly Rods: Redington Pursuit

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 09:07:14 -0500

Of the fly rods tested (some pushed $800), nothing could touch the Pursuits for value.

The medium-fast, -progressive-taper shafts answer handsomely to a range of casting strokes, making them easy and forgiving to use. The sensitive tips track well, with little bounce, and deliver the goods with precision.

Best New Fishing Outerwear: Columbia Omni-Heat Squall Line Bib and Parka

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 08:59:52 -0500

Best New Wading Boots: Korkers Chrome with Kling-On and Plain Felt Soles

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 08:54:11 -0500

Best New Waders: Patagonia Rio Gallegos

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 08:43:36 -0500

Best New Fishing Outerwear: L. L. Bean Kennebec River Chest Pack

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 08:37:32 -0500

Best New Sunglasses: Costa 580P

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 08:30:38 -0500

Best New Spinning Reel: Pinnacle Performa XT

Dave_Maccar — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:32:24 -0500

Best New Spinning Rods: St. Croix Eyecon Spinning Series

Dave_Maccar — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:23:19 -0500

We were left with one question after testing St. Croix’s new walleye rods: How can something so inexpensive be so good?

Best New Outboard: Yamaha V Max SHO VF250 Four-Stroke

Dave_Maccar — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:18:54 -0500

Best New Marine GPS: Garmin 78SC

Dave_Maccar — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:14:33 -0500

Best New Baitcasting Rods: Loomis NRX Bass Rods

Dave_Maccar — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:09:12 -0500

Outrageously expensive, the latest in high-tech baitcast rods from G. Loomis are must-haves for those bass anglers with deep pockets who don’t much care what a rod costs so long as it performs. The NRX series includes eight baitcasting rods (as well as five spinning versions).

Best New Baitcasting Reel: Shimano Caenan CAE100 Reel

Dave_Maccar — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:02:25 -0500

If you’re looking for a casting reel for freshwater and -inshore--saltwater fishing, look no further. Backlash control is fairly easy on the Caenan, thanks to an adjustable six-pin centrifugal brake. Making those adjustments is simple, too, because the left side plate is hinged and remains attached to the reel body when opened to access the brake—something rarely seen in this price bracket.

2011 Dodge Ram Tradesman

Dave_Maccar — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 09:20:04 -0500

by Slaton White

It’s the classic tradeoff—a truck for work or a truck for play? Ram is bridging that gap with its new Tradesman, built on the Ram 1500 ST platform. Its been designed—and named—for hard-working guys who use their trucks at the job site, but it’s also capable of weekend duty hauling gear to deer camp or towing a bass boat to the lake.

Introducing the Tough-Towing 2011 Ram Heavy Duty Pickup

Dave_Maccar — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:41:48 -0500

by Slaton White

When considering the 2011 Ram 3500 Heavy Duty pickup, which made its debut at the Chicago Auto Show last week, it helps to think of nose tackle B.J. Raji of the champion Green Bay Packers. At 337 pounds, he’s a massive package, like this truck. But he’s also incredibly nimble. The heavyweight Ram can also come off the line in a flash, too, thanks to the 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel found under the hood. This engine is capable of a staggering 800 foot-pounds of torque.

Dr. Slick Fully Loaded Angler's Necklace

Joe_Cermele — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 19:38:11 -0500

For most fly trips, I'm a chest pack man. I don't carry enough to warrant a vest, but lanyards leave me feeling a bit naked. However, I know that some folks love to travel light, so check out this new locked-n-loaded lanyard from Dr. Slick. Though the design isn't new, the good Doctor is now offering this necklace with everything (tippet holder, two 30-inch retractors, watertight fly box, hook file, floatant, offset nippers, and hemostat) you need except the flies.