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 TackleTour is an
independent online publication that offers an in depth look at the latest and
greatest fishing products from the hundreds of tackle manufacturers that compete
for the angler’s business. Since 2000 TackleTour has evolved into an online digital publication
and a community of
anglers that share their passion for tackle and their love for all things
fishing. Delivering tackle reviews, previews, interviews, and industry coverage,
we strive to simply provide anglers with more information in which to make
informed tackle decisions for their own unique applications. It doesn't matter
if you are a tournament pro, a weekend warrior, or a just wetting a line for the
first time... Welcome to TackleTour, the "Anglers Source for Tackle News and
Reviews."
 Alex "Zander" Mei -Editor in Chief
To say Zander is obsessed with equipment would be an understatement. Whether
it is fishing, simply exploring the outdoors, or driving cars... Zander enjoys tinkering with, analyzing,
and of course... buying the latest gear. Fishing since he was only 7
years old he has always been fascinated by the evolution in both fishing
applications and the tackle designed to address the ever-changing
requirements of all types of anglers. This drove Zander to found TackleTour in November 1999,
with the purpose of delivering the latest tackle news and reviews to
everyday anglers who, just like him, believe that fishing, and the tackle that make
it possible, are a lot more than just a hobby...but rather a true
passion.
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 Dennis "Cal" Shew
- Managing Editor
A photographer, world
traveler, and of course, avid fisherman, Cal's perspective on life is to
never accept mediocrity. Life is too short, and time on the water is too
precious to endure that which is sub-standard. We talk to TT members all the
time who ask about a product's worth. Cal's reply is to never question
worth, but rather covet the value and connection you place on everything
around you. Save your money, settle for the best your budget allows, and
savor the enhanced life experience.
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 Paul "Wolbugger" Wolter
- Editor
(Fly Specialist and Editor-in-Chief of
Demystifly)
Paul grew up in the
San Francisco bay area and
was obsessed with both fly and conventional fishing by age 12. He always
enjoyed chasing a variety of local species from Bass to Lingcod using a
variety of methods. In his teenage years, he started taking a particular
interest in using and learning about high end tackle. Constantly buying,
selling, and upgrading his gear, he is a self-proclaimed "tackle nut" for
the long term! Moving to
south Florida
in 2002, Paul became engrossed in shallow water sight fishing, with a
particular interest in Snook. With that said, he misses the more temperate
weather and varied geography of
California and hopes to move back in the near future. In
addition to fishing, Paul's interests include hiking, working out, and the
automotive world. Being an avid reader of Tackle Tour for years, Paul is
excited to be able to contribute!
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 Jack "JIP" Ip -
Forums Management
TackleTour's resident forums expert, JIP enjoys a variety of outdoor
activities (hiking, biking, camping, photography) ...especially those that
give him the opportunity to fish in exciting new waters. JIP eagerly awaits
each and every trip out into the ocean as he pursues a complete assortment
of inshore and offshore species. Wherever there is a salmon, rockfish, or
tuna to be caught you can be sure that JIP is at the helm of the team
Whaler. But
just because JIP's first love is fighting hard hitting saltwater fish
doesn't mean he doesn't do a fair share of bass fishing as well, and the
only time he spends indoors developing the TT forum.
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 Jason
Karol -
Contributing Editor
(Swimbait Specialist, Owner of
Swimbait Reviews)
Jason is the epitome of a "Fishin Nerd", and has been consumed by the
addiction for close to 20 years. Jason grew up fishing for Salmon, Trout,
and Pike out of a kayak on Lake Ontario, before making the switch to bass
fishing in the mid 2000s. He fished his first bass tournament at the age of
14 (2008), and moved on to the FLW and ACA Collegiate circuits from
2012-2017. Since graduating, Jason relocated to the Carolinas, and his
latest passion is in slinging big swimbaits for hungry bass. Outside of
fishing, Jason enjoys mountain biking and hiking with his wife, Darby.
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 Cody
"Hobie-Wan Kenobi" Cass -
Contributing Editor (BFS Specialist and
YouTuber)
Living in the remote Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Hobie-Wan first came
across enthusiast tackle reading the TackleTour forums many years ago.
Mostly known for BFS fishing, Hobie-Wan also enjoys punching for largemouth,
deep cranking smallmouth, twitching jerkbaits for walleye and even ice
fishing. Hobie-Wan has been featured on and produces segments for outdoor
television programs to share the love of the outdoors. What started as an
outlet to share information about his tackle experiences, he is now widely
recognized as a leading pioneer of BFS fishing worldwide and shares his
passion for all things BFS on his
YouTube
channel.
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 Mark "EZbass" Lassagne
-Contributing Editor
(Pro Angler and Editor-In-Chief of Bass Angler Magazine)
Mark Lassagne is a professional bass angler and a consistent money winner on
the western Bassmaster and EverStart tournament trails. Not only does he
spend 150+ days a year on the water, Mark has been a guest speaker on
several radio shows including, Bass Radio weekly, Mighty 690, 1150 Extra
sports, Foothills Outdoors, Sep Hendrickson show, On the Water and ESPN
Radio. He has guided two separate Bass Pro Shops outdoor world TV shows.
Along with being a featured speaker for ISE and Fred hall shows he has
several published articles in Bass West USA, Bassin, Fish Sniffer, Contra
Costa Times, Ca Fish and Game, FLW Outdoors, Fishing and Hunting News, Field
& Stream and a monthly column in Rabid Angler. Mark draws upon his
extensive experience as a professional angler to offer a unique and in depth view on the
latest bass tackle.
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