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An open boat storage compartment with a black textured floor mat and a rectangular plastic tackle box secured inside.

An open boat storage compartment showing two fishing rods and reels secured vertically to the side walls.

Fishing On The Fly

Have you ever been on a sunset cruise and realized too late the fish are crashing bait all around you, but you’ve forgotten to pack your fishing gear? With the new JC TriToon Floor Lid from Boat Outfitters, a division of Teak Isle, you can always have a little tackle and a few rods tucked safely away so you can fish on the spur of the moment. While most floor lids limit your storage options, the JC Floor Lid includes mounting holes for rod holders. The holders can fold out of the way if you want to store other items in the area, but are perfect for rods when needed with Teak Isle’s Lock and Load bungee push-in system, which will hold rods securely in place. (www.teakisle.com)

A fisherman standing on a dock next to his boat trailer, loading gear from a Yakima roof-mounted fishing rod box on the back of a pickup truck.

Rooftop Fly Rod Carriers

Get rain or shine protection from the elements for your fishing rods with Yakima’s DoubleHaul or TopWater rod storage systems. Perfect for fly rods, the DoubleHaul mounts simply to most roof racks, can be configured for either 11-foot or 6-foot-long rods, and is able to transport four fully-strung rods at a time.

For non-fly-fish-specific storage, the TopWater storage system can carry up to eight fully rigged-up fishing rods of any style, which are up to 8 feet long. From spin to bait casting to fly rods, protective foam pads and retention straps keep rods and reels safely suspended in place without getting banged around or entangled. (www.yakima.com)

A light blue and white plaid, short-sleeve Whitewater fishing shirt with two chest pockets.

Your Favorite New Boating & Fishing Shirt

Enjoy your time on the water even more with the versatile and comfortable Rapids Fishing Shirt from Whitewater, now available in new colors. Crafted from a lightweight poly-spandex blend, the shirt has a relaxed fit, advanced moisture wicking, exceptional breathability, UPF 50 sun protection, and proven antimicrobial technology to prevent odors. A pair of buttoned, low-profile chest pockets are large enough to securely hold essential items like fly boxes and phones, while a vented, poly mesh back keeps things cool. The naturally wrinkle-resistant shirts have a tailored appearance that’s just as flattering on the dock as on the seminar stage. (www.whitewaterfish.com)

Where’s The Paddle?

A paddle is hiding inside each issue of PDB and the names of the first readers to find it are printed in an upcoming magazine! As soon as you find the paddle, email its location, your name, and hometown to paddle@pdbmagazine.com. Paddle on!

A close-up of a fish, likely a pike or muskie, with a brightly colored fishing lure hooked in its mouth.

In our August issue the paddle is on page 13 as part of the fish jawline (shown in the photo to the left). Here are the readers who spotted it first:

Jim “Big Dog” DeStefano, Brigantine, N.J.
Ken Braun, Hartford, Wis.
Rich Christensen, Townville, S.C.
David Groner, Vacaville, Calif.
Danny Criner, North Chesterfield, Va.
Marcus Rosehill, Kaneohe, Hawaii
Kaylee Lewis, Grand Rapids, Mich.
Tobias Reigns, West Chester, Ohio

In our September issue the paddle was hidden on page 26 on the stern deck of the Tahoe pontoon (shown in the photo to the right) that seemed to fool a lot of readers. Here are the few who spotted it:

Danny Criner, North Chesterfield, Va.
Ken Braun, Hartford, Wis.
David Groner, Vacaville, Calif.
Rich Christensen, Townville, S.C.
Marcus Rosehill, Kaneohe, Hawaii

A package of KBS Coatings NuMetal Epoxy Putty shown with a brown stick and a white stick of the putty before mixing.

Steel-Like Solution For Boat Repairs

When you need to repair cracks and gouges in your boat, NuMetal Epoxy Putty from KBS Coatings will ensure a long-lasting, reliable finish. This easy-to-use two-part formula provides a durable solution with a compound that cures without shrinking or sagging. NuMetal is incredibly versatile and is perfect for hull, deck, and keel repairs, effectively filling cracks, holes, and gouges. Additionally, it excels at fiberglass and gelcoat repairs and can tackle rot and other damage. NuMetal is also highly effective for sealing and bonding fittings and hardware, ensuring a long-lasting, reliable finish for boat repairs. Ideal for marine applications, NuMetal can be drilled, tapped, sanded, primed, and painted. It also works great for quick underwater repairs. Withstanding temperatures up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit, NuMetal is available in white, tan, black, and grey. (www.kbs-coatings.com)

A dark blue or black Daiwa Tatula baitcasting fishing reel with the TWS line guide system visible.

Pathway To TATULA Ownership

DAIWA’s versatile 2025 TATULA X TW 100 baitcaster offers legacy TATULA performance at a price that’s right for the times. With the series’ key genetic building blocks and affordable pricing, this reel is an adaptable, general-purpose baitcasting reel. The centerpiece of the new TATULA X TW 100 is DAIWA’s storied HYPERDRIVE System, previously found on only more expensive models. This suite of advanced technologies enhances overall performance, durability, and smoothness. The new TATULA X TW 100 also features DAIWA’s iconic and patented T-Wing System (TWS), which was introduced over two decades ago and remains the industry benchmark. (www.daiwa.us)

A black custom-fit boat cover pulled over a pontoon boat, secured at the front.

Enhanced Overnight Boat Covers

Perfect to use during boating season when you want something quick and easy to protect your boat from debris, droppings, and damaging UV exposure, Blue Sky Covers are a soft-shell boat cover convenient enough for daily use with new updated technologies. The covers are made from a lightweight, four-way stretch fabric and take less than 60 seconds to put on.

The active venting design uses a micro mesh center panel to increase air flow, allowing your boat to dry out after a day of use, and hourglass curved seams allow for maximum fabric stretch and reduced seam stress. A UPF 30+ blocks 97 percent of harmful rays from damaging your boat, and the durable water repellent (DWR) treatment allows dew and light rain to bead off as weather improves, though the cover can be damaged if left on during repeated rainstorms. (www.blueskycovers.com)