The Huchen (hucho hucho) was jointly named Fish of the Year 2015 by the German Angelfishing Association (DAFV) and the Federal Agency for Nature Conservation (BfN). Less for aesthetic reasons - although the spotted predatory fish is by no means unsightly - but much more for reasons of species protection of fish throughout Europe, the hucho represents the inevitable restoration [...]
Monthly Archives: April 2015
Mitchell's lightweight
The Mitchell MAG PRO EXTREME is designed similarly to its predecessor, the MAG ADVANCED PRO LITE. The basic design and structure remain largely the same. Through the increased use of carbon and the perforated spool, the Mitchell technicians - again in cooperation with their Japanese engineers - managed to minimize the final weight of the front drag reel as far as possible. The new lightness also shows […]
A role for the ages
The resourceful Swedes behind Abu Garcia have created the Viking among fishing reels with the Sorön STX. This reel is designed for stability & durability, which everyone who has had the chance to try will notice. With no frills, the focus is on performance, which is permanently guaranteed by its wear-free design. Due to the ingenious interaction of strong brass gears, aluminum housing [...]