The Outdoor Gear We Recommend
We may have a little bit of a hoarding problem. Good gear need not be expensive, but it has to improve the experience in some way. Whether it’s the right rod, a certain bait, or the world’s best rainsuit, we’ll give unfiltered opinions on what we use and why we use it.
California 420 Creature Baits
I have no doubt that when Andre Moore invented California 420 for the Reaction Innovations lineup, it was with distinct sense of purpose. On the other hand, when Zoom added it to their palette, I’m almost certain that Ed Chambers had no idea what it meant.
Sweet Beaver Colors the Pros Use When No One’s Looking
The Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver changed the nature of the flipping game. It spawned the category of “beaver baits” and became the preferred choice for most mat flippers. You can get by with standards like Watermelon Red, Black Red Flake, Black Blue Flake and Green Pumpkin – but the pros also have some lesser-known favorites.