Superline Offset Round Bend Hook
Offset worm hooks have been around for years and have proven to be extremely effective when fishing Carolina or Texas rigs into thick cover. The offset keeps the worm running true through the water column, presenting the bait naturally while protecting the point from debris when rigged properly.
Gamakastu's Pro and Professional Bass Angler Stetson Blaylock is no stranger to working a worm rig through heavy cover. And to make Stetson even more successful on the water, Gamakatsu has introduced its new Superline Offset Round Bend Hook. This hook is designed with a heavier Superline wire best suited for braided and fluorocarbon lines, enabling anglers to fish a finesse worm rig in the heaviest of covers with no worries, just as Stetson likes it.
The Round Bend offers a larger bite area perfect for any worm presentation while increasing your hook-up ratios. The newly enhanced Z-Bend holds your plastics on the hook longer, reducing the number of pull-offs and saving you a few bucks on plastics.
A more durable worm hook designed for heavier lines that hold your bait on longer sounds like a match made in fishing heaven. Gamakatsu has provided us with just that and made the Superline Offset Round Bend hook in sizes 2/0 - 5/0 for all your fishing situations.
Superline Offset Round Bend Hook Features:
● Popular Offset Round Bend in Superline wire
● Ideal for heavy line and heavy cover
● New modified Z bend offset holds plastics more efficiently
● Size: 2/0, 3/0, 4/0, 5/0
● Color: NS Black
● Qty/Pack: 5 (Sizes 2/0, 3/0)
● Qty/Pack: 4 (Sizes 4/0, 5/0)
New Treble SP Medium Heavy Hypershield Hook
Gamakatsu has anglers covered from inshore saltwater fishing to light offshore fishing. Gamakatsu's new Treble SP Medium Heavy hook utilizes their Hypershield technology making it more corrosion resistant than standard hooks. The new Treble SP MH is long-lasting and dangerously sharp, allowing anglers to spend more time fishing and less time changing out old rusty hooks.
Using Gamakatsu's innovation of the G Finesse Treble Hook platform, the new Treble SP MH features TGW (Tournament Grade Wire). TGW is thinner, stronger, and sharper than the standard wire and ensures the hook point stays sharper, longer. Hypershield coating dramatically increases corrosion resistance and keeps hooks sharper longer, making it the perfect treble hook for big, toothy fish.
The Treble SP MH is paired with the iconic ME (Magic Eye), making it extremely simple to replace existing hooks on to any split ring of a crankbait or plug. The Treble SP MH comes in several popular sizes to choose from, ensuring you're geared with the best in all situations.
Treble SP Medium Heavy Hypershield Hook Features:
- Utilizes Hypershield technology making it more corrosion resistant than standard hooks
- TGW (Tournament Grade Wire) is thinner, stronger and sharper than the standard wire
- Magic Eye makes it easy to replace existing hooks on lures
- Size: 6, 4, 2, 1, 1/0, 2/0
- Color: Hypershield
- Qty/Pack: 6- size 6, 4
- Qty/Pack: 5- size 2, 1
- Qty/Pack: 4- size 1/0, 2/0
Gamakatsu's New Under Spin Head
Gamakatsu has put a different spin on the new Under Spin Head which is similar to their extremely popular Swim Bait Head. The Under Spin Head has what serious anglers look for in a hook. The hook is ideal for winching magnum-sized bucketmouths out of heavy cover and is ideal when you want to apply maximum pressure without fear of a bending out the hook. The premium Gamakatsu Heavy Cover, 60-degree hook on the Under Spin Head is just what the doctor ordered for heavy braid or fluorocarbon line and can stand up to anything you can dish out. The head profile is streamlined to glide through heavy cover. A Spring Lock holds swim baits and other plastics gently but firmly, and keeps them straight on the hook. Attention-getting, recessed eyes on the Under Spin Eye provide a focal point for predators and the small, chrome Willow Leaf blade is a subtle trigger. Hung from a quality ball-bearing swivel, the blade spins freely at even the slowest retrieves to simulate baitfish. Under Spin Head Features:
- 60-degree Heavy Cover hook
- Chrome willow leaf blade
- Ball bearing swivel
- Spring Lock holds plastic secure
- Size: 4/0 hook in sizes 3/16, ¼, 3/8, and ½ ounce
- Color: Plain Lead
- Qty/Pack: 1
Gamakatsu G-Case System
The new G-Case 7000 is a storage solution with a suite of custom features. The case is a home for bulk storage and is compatible with G-Boxes in all sizes. The G-Case lid can be opened from either side, allowing for quick access while providing maximum security. The flexible system has endless storage configuration possibilities, making it possible to completely customize the number and size of G-Boxes seated within the hard shell. The general G-Case design proves to be versatile and attractive across all angling environments. It will be especially loved by anglers requiring an ultra-durable, hard-sided unit that acts as a catch-all with simple and effective interior configuration options. It's a great solution for all anglers, from kayak fishermen to the in-shore and off-shore crowds. Combine the G-Case with your favorite G-Boxes for the ultimate gear storage and transportation solution. The interior has an open tray for loose items like line spools and tools, and the exterior features turn the case into an active asset throughout the day. It makes fishing better by managing gear in a central and organized storage unit. Three primary exterior optional features transform the G-Case 7000 into a real-time fishing asset. The G-Case 7000 has three different positions to attach the optional rod stand. A simple mounting bracket makes a firm connection, transforming the case into a rod holder with a permanent locking mechanism. The rod stand offers rod height adjustments to hold a variety of rod types. In addition, the rod stand features an adjustable foot, making it a sturdy base for the G-Case. Anglers are always changing lures and cycling through gear, and the optional exterior side mounted jig compartment attaches securely and offers an open, top-slotted compartment for quick access to your go-to lures. Store and dry them after use as well before moving lures back into permanent G-Box containers. This exterior storage option is a time saver when quick changes are needed in the field. If you need to free up your hands while trying to carry all your gear simply add the optional shoulder strap to make carrying the G-Case a breeze. G-Case 7000 Features:
- Ultra-durable, hard-sided, storage case that is compatible with G-Boxes in all sizes
- Utilizes a strong, sturdy handle and the lid can be opened from either side, allowing for quick access
- Add the optional rod stand, jig compartment, and shoulder strap to transform into a real time fishing asset
- Size: 19" x 13" x 13"
- Color: Blue
G-Case 7000 Optional Accessories Features:
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Rod Stand
- Offers rod height adjustments to hold a variety of rod types
- Adjustable foot, making it a sturdy base for the G-Case
- Size: 2.6" x 2.8" x 13"
- Color: Black
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Jig Compartment
- The optional exterior side mounted jig compartment attaches securely and offers an open, top slotted compartment for quick access
- Size: 10" x 5.7" x 2.2"
- Color: Black
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Shoulder Strap
- Size: 1.5" x 79"
- Color: Black
Gamakatsu Gika Rig for Bass
It's a fishing rig perfected in Japan, and now the Gamakatsu Gika Rig proves a remarkable technique for catching largemouth and smallmouth bass across North America. Gika Rigs use an off-set shank worm hook with an elongated drop shot weight attached directly to the eye via a solid ring. The drop shot weight features a snap that allows anglers to quickly change the size of the weight when the situation calls for it and is painted black for stealthy presentations. The weight size is permanently stamped into the side of each weight making it easy to identify when it's time to make a change. Changing weights controls the depth and drop speed of the bait adding to the rig's versatility. The position of the weight allows anglers to 'feel' the bottom, detecting transitions in composition and helping find fish-holding structures. Another advantage is its natural swimming and dropping motion. The solid ring allows the plastic bait to float freely and rotate from side to side as it descends. It slips through vegetation with ease and grabs the attention of bass. The Gika Rig offers a different presentation than most other anglers' baits, and it may be the edge you need to put more fish in the boat especially in lakes with extra angling pressure. Many different soft plastic baits like worms, craw imitating, or creature baits, perform superbly on Gika Rigs. Plus, they each produce a different action. The Gamakatsu Gika Rig includes weights paired to the hook for best performance, sold two per package. Gika Rig Features:
- New technique developed in Japan
- Combines the natural presentation of finesse fishing with the speed of power fishing for any number of plastics
- Offset worm hook, elongated weight attached to the eye via solid ring
- Weight size can be changed to adapt to any situation
- Size: 2/0 (1/8, 3/16); 3/0 (3/16, 1/4); 4/0 (1/4, 3/8)
- Color: NS Black
- Qty/Pack: 2 (including weights)
Gika Rig Weights Features:
- Quick attach clip
- Stealthy black finish
- Weight size stamped on the side
- Size: 1/8, 3/16, 1/4, 3/8
- Color: NS Black
- Qty/Pack: 4
Gamakatsu Debuts Stainless Steel Pliers
Made of stainless steel to ward off corrosion and rust, Gamakatsu's heavy-duty pliers will become the tool you reach for whether you're an avid salt or freshwater angler. The Gamakatsu Stainless Steel Pliers have precise crimping jaws to fit various sizes of sleeves. The precision split ring feature on the needle nose tool makes changing or replacing split rings easy and averts broken nails. The multi-tasking jaws on the pliers are able to cut braid, mono or fluorocarbon, and also feature a PTFE coating to aid against corrosion and rust. The handles feature a non-slip grip that helps you hold on during wet conditions. Included is a lanyard and sheath so the pliers are right where you need them, when you need them. The Gamakatsu pliers feature blue colored handles and are available in 6-inch and 7-inch lengths. Gamakatsu Pliers 6" Features:
- Precise crimping jaws
- Split Ring feature
- Inside cutter cuts Braid, Mono, Fluorocarbon
- Non-slip grip
- Includes lanyard & sheath
- Length: 6"
- Stock#: P002
Gamakatsu Pliers 7" Features:
- Precise crimping jaws
- Split Ring feature
- Outside cutter cuts Braid, Mono, Fluorocarbon
- Non-slip grip
- Includes lanyard & sheath
- Length: 7"
- Stock#: P003
Gamakatsu Unveils New Swivels
Gamakatsu is approaching terminal tackle with the same attention to detail that makes their hooks superior. Their new swivels are built to the same precision tolerances, giving anglers the high quality that they expect from Gamakatsu. Top of the line components create a swivel that provides stealth presentations, with strength far beyond its size. The initial introduction includes the all-new Superline Swivel, Superline Swivel with Duo Lock Snap and Superline Swivel with Cross Lock Snap. The Japanese made Superline Swivel offers a superior strength to size ratio and an NSB (nickel silver black) coating is applied for a stealthy finish that resists corrosion, in fresh or saltwater. Swivels are available in sizes 10 to 1, with break strengths of 35 to 330 pounds. Whether you chase Bluegill or Bigeye, Gamakatsu has a swivel for you. Anglers that enjoy the quick-change nature of snap swivels can choose from duo or cross lock versions paired with Gamakatsu's new Superline Swivel. Freshwater anglers, and those employing light tackle out in the brine, will gravitate toward the lightweight duo lock snap, rated from 35- to 120-pound test, in sizes from 12 to 5. Those chasing larger quarry will appreciate the beefier construction of the cross lock snap swivel, in sizes 7 to 2, testing from 75 to 230 pounds. Superline Swivel Features:
- Superior strength to size ratio
- Treated with a stealthy NSB coating
- Available in size 10 (35lb), 8 (50lb), 7 (75lb), 6 (80lb), 5 (120lb), 4 (130lb), 2 (230lb), and 1 (330lb)
- Made in Japan
Duo Lock Snap with Superline Swivel Features:
- Duo Lock Snap for small to mid-sized baits
- Superior strength to size ratio
- Treated with a stealthy NSB coating
- Available in size 12 (35lb), 10 (35lb), 8 (50lb), 7 (75lb) and 5 (120lb)
- Made in Japan
Cross Lock Snap with Superline Swivel Features:
- Cross lock snap for mid-sized to larger baits
- Superior strength to size ratio
- Treated with a stealthy NSB coating
- Available in size 7 (75lb), 6 (80lb), 4 (130lb) and 2 (230lb)
- Made in Japan
Gamakatsu Split and Solid Rings
Gamakatsu knows that your connection to the fish of a lifetime is only as strong as the weakest link. So they built their new Superline Split and Solid Rings with the same superior construction that recreational and tournament anglers alike have come to rely on. The new Superline Split Ring is available in sizes from 1 to 8 to outfit everything from panfish spinners to baits intended for hard-chargers such as roosterfish. The Japanese-made split ring is constructed of high strength stainless steel giving you confidence that it can handle that trophy catch. All of the edges are rounded, preventing wear on your line during the most intense battle. Gamakatsu's new Superline Solid Ring is the perfect complement to their line of assist hooks, providing a solid connection that even the most headstrong tuna can't bust. Like the split ring, the solid ring is completely rounded to keep your line in good shape as the battle enters extra innings. When you need to apply extra pressure on that fish of a lifetime, the welded high strength stainless steel construction won't let you down. The Superline Solid Ring comes in sizes 4 to 7, tested from 200 to 700 pounds, to handle your inshore and pelagic needs. Superline Split Ring Features: ● Made in Japan● High strength stainless steel● Full size range available for any application● Rounded edges protect against line damage● Color: Stainless Steel● Qty/Pack: 12 - Sizes: 1, 2, 3● Qty/Pack: 10 - Size: 4● Qty/Pack: 9 - Size: 5● Qty/Pack: 8 - Size: 6● Qty/Pack: 7 - Size: 7● Qty/Pack: 5 - Size: 8 Superline Solid Ring Features: ● Made in Japan● High strength stainless steel● Full size range available for any application● Rounded edges protect against line damage● Color: Stainless Steel● Qty/Pack: 10 - Size: 4● Qty/Pack: 8 - Size: 5● Qty/Pack: 7 - Size: 6● Qty/Pack: 6 - Size: 7
Gamakatsu Silicone Stopper Key to Spinnerbait Success
Bass aficionados and pros will tell you one of the keys to spinnerbait success is a trailer hook. Bass attacking a spinnerbait or buzzbait tend to strike short or below the bait a good portion of the time. Adding a trailer hook can increase your hook-up ratio tenfold. Gamakatsu's new Silicone Stopper makes it easier than ever to up the odds. "The Silicone Stopper is used mainly to keep trailer hooks from backing over the main hook on a spinnerbait or buzzbait," said Jeff Roberts of Gamakatsu USA. "The Silicone Stopper is premium quality and has a flat side and small cavity to aid in the rigging. The Silicone Stopper is easier to attach than the round ones most anglers currently use." Rigging is simple. Add a silicone stopper to the main hook, slide the eye of the trailer hook over the shank of the main hook and then add a second stopper to hold the hook in place at a 90-degree angle. The flat sides help to keep the trailer hook straight. The Silicone Stopper aids in keeping the trailer hook from getting tangled in the skirt, prevents the hook from sliding up and down the hook shank, and ensures that when bass bite, they get hooked. Although designed for spinnerbaits and buzzbaits, the Silicone Stopper can be used with Texas- rigged worms, too. The only limit to their application is your imagination. Silicone Stopper Features:● Trailer hook stopper for spinnerbaits and buzzbaits● Compact design and small cavity aids in rigging efficiency● Flat bottom helps keep trailer hook straight● Replaces bulky surgical tubing and plastic disc keepers● Color: Black● Qty/Pack: 12 (M & L)● Qty/Pack: 10 (XL & XXL)