Fishing Tackle Reviews & Discounts

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Hokey; amateurish; low, low, low production values, etc., etc. But what a kick! All the info you need is right there, reality check about the 'quitos, rain, bears, lodge traffic, and all. It is clear the producer/anglers favor kings and they horse 'em hard to get 'em to jump for the camera, but they cover the river and the native fish. Although I'd go with fly gear for 'bows and grayling, these DVD's are excellent for the real world demonstration of what its like on river and how to fish it in real time. They can be a bit repetitious but that tends to be because they are shot sequentially as the float progresses-- fish kings at two creek mounths in succession and that's what you see. The only things missing are the adrenaline 'shakes' between hookups. Oh, and here's an old Eel River "bottom bouncing" trick; instead of cutting up pencil sinkers, pinch a string of split shot on a 6 lb. test dropper (or 1/2 test main line) and add or remove to depth desired; a snagged split shot pulls off dropper plus you don't end up with a pocket full of too short pencils.

I have reviewed all four of the videos produced by the Duke Brothers and they are all top quality. They have enough detail to save a person many hours of research and go a long way to ensuring a successful trip. Coordinates are even provided indicating specific areas where the best fishing is to be found, campsites, and etc. These videos are designed to provide a great experience while avoiding unnecessary expense.

The Duke bros. do a good job giving insights on what and where to plan for a guideless riverfloat. A bit too much of the Dukes horsing in kings and little on other species...also would have liked more info on preparation and riversmarts. Nevertheless, its the best of the available info out there and has much more low budget charm than self-promotion. I've purchased two DVDs and am happy with both.

I have spent numerous hours researching information on Alaska fishing and have a small library of fishing books on Alaska rivers, but you won't find a better all in one source of detailed information than the Duke's Talachulitna video and dvd insert. These guys know how to catch kings like no one I have ever seen before. Even if I never get a chance to float the Tal River, I feel like I have been there. Looking forward to more Duke Outdoor videos - keep up the great work! Robert DeHaven - Georgia.

This video opened my eyes to the reality that a "Do it yourself" Alaska fishing trip doesn't have to cost a fortune. From GPS coordinates to suggestions on proper fishing rig and techniques this video covers your potential trip from launch to take out. With tips from Jim and Russ Duke it will be almost impossible not to have your dream fishing trip become a reality. Fish on!!!

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The Okuma Magda Pro-150X reels are: compact, light-weight, and medium-high-speed, line-counter, trolling-reels. These reels are suitable for trolling off planer-boards w/"Dipseys" or "Jets", or on long-line rods. The reels carry a capacity of more than 350 yds, of 30# braided-line or 20#+ co-polymer-line. Even when they're fully loaded, they remain light enough for nearly anyone to use easily. The line-counters, are accurate & easily reset, the drags are dependable, and the gears are strong enough for any/all kinds of trolling use on the Great Lakes. Okuma even added an interchangeable "cranking-handle", with this model. Our past experience with Okuma reels, has shown that they can stand up to the everyday-abuses of charter-fishing; with only minimal upkeep necessary throughout the season.