Outdoor adventure gear is essential for a successful fishing trip in Alaska, especially during the prime months of August and September. From durable wading pants to protective sunglasses and the perfect jigs, we’ve got you covered with tips and insights to make your fishing experience both enjoyable and productive.
The Original Muck Boot Co. Muckster Lite Clog
Introducing an innovative one-piece clog from The Original Muck Boot Co. Inspired by their beloved Muckster collection, the Muckster Lite Clog is 50% lighter, offers independently verified SRC-rated slip-resistant traction and provides excellent support and comfort for all-day wear. The Muckster Lite Clog is built from a high-performance, lightweight foam called Bio Lite which is ultra-durable and easy to clean. The upper features side ventilation holes for breathability and drainage for water and debris. The entire clog is constructed from Bio Lite which is eco-friendlier than many other injection-molded foams on the market. Bio Lite has been granted a Green Leaf certificate by Intertek, an accredited independent 3rd-party testing facility, verifying that this product will properly biodegrade in bioreactor landfills. The Muckster Lite Clog offers a lighter footprint for your feet and the planet. Offered in Men’s, Women’s, and Kids styles.
FORLOH BTM Pro Pant
FORLOH introduces the Men’s BTM Pro Pant (Brush to Mountain), a versatile garment engineered to meet the toughest demands of the great outdoors. BTM Pro Pants are entirely sourced and made in the USA with a waxed nylon-and-cotton-blend ripstop fabric that is water- and tear-resistant. Although rugged and durable, the pants also offer breathability, ease of movement, and comfort features. Built to move, there is 4-way-stretch fabric paneling placed throughout the pants allowing better movement and zippered side vents for temperature- and moisture regulation.
Strategic reinforcements of ripstop in high-abrasion areas enhance durability exactly where you need it. Two kneepad pockets to insert optional molded kneepads give additional protection. Carry and customization options exist throughout the garment with multiple pockets, snap cuff, and leg adjustments. The BTM Pro Pant features two scent-control technologies: Polygiene Stay Fresh antimicrobial and Odor Crunch. The P12 Knee Pads and the Wax Bar are sold separately.
Ahi USA Assault Diamond Jig
The Ahi USA Assault Diamond Jig is an effective vertical jigging lure for a wide range of species in Alaska. On a very recent trip to Icy Bay Lodge, Publisher Marcus Weiner landed halibut, lingcod, black rockfish and king salmon on this jig. It comes in nine sizes from 1- to 14 ounces, and in five finishes: Blue Bass, Glow, Silver Flash, Baby Red and Mackerel. The holographic reflective finishes and glow eyes both contribute to strikes from predatory fish.
Silver Horde 3.5 Kingfisher Spoon
The Kingfisher Spoon continues to put salmon in the fish box for trollers all over Alaska. It’s worked well for us on many occasions. It comes in four different sizes and lots of great colors. The team at Silver Horde continues to innovate new patterns and color schemes including the Green Herring Aide and Pink Herring Aide patterns released this year. Both patterns are UV on the pattern side and solid Double Glow on the back. If you troll for salmon in Alaska, make sure you have some of these spoons, as well as Coho Killers, in your tackle box.
Wiley X Founder
Wiley X Founder is their newest frame, designed to provide users with a durable, protective frame that is both functional and good-looking. It is versatile, ensuring its user is ready for every adventure. Perfect for anyone who needs a little extra sun protection while fishing, hunting, hiking, or just soaking up the sun, these sunglasses were designed to honor Wiley X’s pioneering founder. They meet ANSI Z87.1 safety standards for optical clarity and high mass/high velocity impact protection (think sockeye fishing), offer 100% UVA/UVB protection with distortion free clarity, feature dual-injected rubber temples, and are offered in multiple lens and frame colors, in addition to an Rx option.
Hi-Point Firearms YC9 M81 & 995 M81
New for 2024, the M81 Woodland Camo hydro-dipped 995 Carbine and YC9. Get lost in the woods with the classic camo pattern now on their YC9 pistol and 995 carbine. M81 has served the US armed forces and today still stands as one of the best camouflage patterns available. Both the YC9 M81 and 995 M81 come with a threaded-barrel standard and 10-round magazine, plus the Hi-Point Firearms American Made, American Promise lifetime warranty.
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