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Event Article:
2006 ICAST Lure Coverage |
ICAST Coverage Day 3 (Lures) - Who's the Mac Daddy of fishing lures?
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Panther
Martin: Swimbaits
of all types were a hot commodity, and Panther Martin shifted from their
traditional freshwater lures to focusing on a saltwater version this year. Last
ICAST we saw the nine inch Double Trout Vivif swimbaits, and this year PM is
releasing the Vivif Mackerel 12” swimbaits designed for big game anglers.
Cecil Hoge shows JIP the new
lineup of Panther Martin lures, many of which are designed for saltwater
Because some waters are
now banning the use of live bait such as Mackerel, Panther Martin set out the
create one of the most realistic imitations. The Vivif Mackerel is a trolling
swimbait that is weighted, uses holographic patterns, and features two large
saltwater hooks.
The new Vivif's are excellent
imitators of natural prey. In some water the use of live bait is becoming
banned, so the need for quality artificial lures has grown considerably
The patterns and the
motion are very life-like thanks to the soft yet durable PVC construction. The
lure weighs in at 9.8 ounces and is made to be trolled at high-speeds while
tracking true, an important feature for anglers targeting big game such as
striped bass, marlin, tuna, and much more. The Panther Martin Vivif Mackerels
are available in 5 patterns – Atlantic Mackerel, Atlantic Bonito, Spanish
Mackerel, Blue Back Herring, and Spotted Sea Trout. These full-size swimbaits
will be available around the August time frame and will retail for about $35.
Just like the name implies,
Panther Martin's new Stinky Shrimp smells just like the real thing
Shrimp baits, many companies
make them and many saltwater anglers exploit them. Many are made of plastic and
some are scented. So what makes one solution different from another? Panther
Martin's Stinky Shrimp sports a few features that help set it apart from the
pack.
The new saltwater lures from
Panther Martin focus on both realistic patterns and actions
This 4 inch, 3/8 ounce
lure is designed to resemble a live shrimp not only in body shape and form, but
in regards to smell as well. Panther Martin uses natural shrimp scent
impregnated throughout the Stinky Shrimp's body. These scented shrimp come fully
rigged and sport a weed guard so anglers can fish in cover and structure without
getting snagged.
Cecil showcases the large twin
hooked Vivif Mackerel
They make use of natural
lifelike colors but also incorporate holographic tape inside the body for added
allure. The body is also designed to exhibit a convincing swimming action so
when retrieved it behaves much like an actual shrimp. These shrimps will be
available in four different colors and will be bundled in packs of three. While
Panther Martin will probably always be best known for their proven trout
spinners their latest saltwater creations are a great addition to their rich
portfolio, and helps expose their brand to a wide range of new anglers.
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Section: Daiwa... yes, they have new lures too
