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Must-see bassin’ gadgets & more

Just when you thought you had it all, we discovered 31 new bassin' products you never knew you needed.

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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - TH Marine: Robo Cup This dual cup holder will clamp on nearly anything round or flat. The bottom of the cupholders also screw out, transforming this into a rod holder.
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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - TH Marine: Terminal Tamer Connect power to a battery quickly and securely. The Terminal Tamer is on in half a turn, and doesn't move after that.
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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - Bass Minder: Tackle and Line Minder Stickers These stickers can help keep you organized, and include space to write the line weight and date of spooling.
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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - Bass Minder: Bass Minder Stickers
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Star brite Star Tron Star brite's flagship product, Star Tron, fights ethanol-related problems, stabilizes fuel and rejuvenates old gas by using proprietary enzymes rather than regular old petroleum technology. It also cleans valves, injectors and fuel lines and restores lost power and economy.
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Star brite Boat Guard This cleaner keeps your hull looking good thanks to dirt-repelling PTEF polymers that provide the best in UV protection for your finish. It also adds shine and enhances color and can be used on fiberglass, vinyl, paint, polished and metal surfaces
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Star brite Extreme Clean Have you neglcted cleaning your boat or trailer to the point that there's considerable crud build-up on them? Knock it out with Extreme Clean, Star brite's most powerful and versatile cleaner.
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Gunk Truck wash kit Sure, you may keep your boat nice and shiny, but how about your truck? A dirty truck and clean boat is like wearing dirty shoes with a clean suit. Clean your rig with Gunk's new line of cleaners made tough enough for the dirtiest cars, trucks and SUVs.
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Food Saver Titanium This is the closest you'll come to a commercial-grade food vacuum sealer. The Titanium from Food Saver is the most durable and powerful Food Saver yet with more capacity and features than any other model.
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Gear Keeper Cell Phone Keeper Sure, you've got a waterproof case on your phone, but what good will it do you when the phone heads to the bottom of the lake? Don't let that happen with Gear Keeper's phone tether. It plugs securely into your iPhone and then to your beltloop.
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Rigid Industries A-Series This high-output LED is perfect for illuminating your boat's rod lockers or when used in a pair, they'll light up your deck.
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Drain Rite Drain Rite Never forget to put the plug in your boat again. With Drain Rite, all you have to do is turn the switch to securely plug the permanent drain plug into position. At the end of the day, flip it back and the water drains out.
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Ranger Boats RT178 Ranger listened when anglers voiced their opinion about what they wanted in bass boats. Rather than another 70-mph, $70,000 fiberglass scorcher, more folks are wanting sensibly priced rigs that still perform up to the Ranger Boats standard. The new aluminum RT178 starts in the $20,000 range and doesn't skimp on features.
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Ranger Boats RT178 The RT178 can handle a 75-horse motor, which puts it in the 40-mph range. The RT178's larger cousin, the RT188, will do 50 mph with a 115 and starts at $19,400. The RT178 is shown.
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Ranger Boats 1652 Like to mix in a little hunting with your bassin'? Take a look at the Ranger 1652, an all-aluminum rig that's ideal for shooting ducks or flipping mats.
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MotorGuide Xi5 The Xi5 is MotorGuide's foray into wireless trolling motors. It's first in a series of reliable trolling motors that feature sought-after angler-focused characteristics, including quiet operation, rugged construction, precision control and easy-to-stow-and-deploy features.
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Minn Kota Talon Foot control Minn Kota is further expanding its wireless line of gizmos with a wireless actuator for the Talon shallow water anchors.
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Berkley Gulp Marinade Minnow Need to kick your soft plastics up a notch? Add a shot of Gulp! Marinade. Several "flavors" are available.
<p><u><strong>Buff UVX Mask</strong></u></p> <p>Buff USA introduces the UVX Mask this year to add to the company's product line of protective headwear. Whereas the original Buff protects from the nose to the lower neck area, the UVX Mask protects from the top of the head to the upper back. The long cape protects that part of the neck between the hat and shirt that's often exposed while fishing. Included are laser-cut breathing holes to prevent sunglasses from fogging up. Buff is also introducing the UVX Balaclava, which offers even more coverage for the top of the head, and an XL version of the original Buff for anglers whose heads are bigger than most.</p>
Photo: Laurie Tisdale - Buff UVX Mask Buff USA introduces the UVX Mask this year to add to the company's product line of protective headwear. Whereas the original Buff protects from the nose to the lower neck area, the UVX Mask protects from the top of the head to the upper back. The long cape protects that part of the neck between the hat and shirt that's often exposed while fishing. Included are laser-cut breathing holes to prevent sunglasses from fogging up. Buff is also introducing the UVX Balaclava, which offers even more coverage for the top of the head, and an XL version of the original Buff for anglers whose heads are bigger than most.
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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - Mustang Survival Child life jackets Using their experience designing flight suits, Mustang has applied some innovative technology to their new child life jackets. Lighter and less bulky, they also feature channeling on the back, increasing air flow and comfort.
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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - Panaro Art. 396 The Panaro Art. 396 tackle storage box, from the slim series, features modular compartments and the Slim Lock technology, providing a complete seal. The double-sided storage features anywhere from eight to 32 compartments and see-through lids.
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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - Orca Coolers LiddUp The new LiddUp by Orca Coolers is a roto-molded lighted cooler that features built-in LED lighting. There is no assembly required and the cooler is powered by AA batteries. Food-safe and completely sealed, the LiddUp's LED lights do not generate heat.
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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - Hobie: Rod Holster Secures your rod to any location — boat, kayak or wherever. Hobie has these built in to their fishing kayaks and now sells them separately for any location.
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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - Buck Knives: Splizzors Braid cutting just got a whole lot easier with this combination of scissors and pliers. The unique design allows for efficient cutting, bending, crimping and hook removal.
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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - Lifeproof: iPhone and Galaxy S3 cases The new iPhone and Galaxy S3 cases from Lifeproof don't have a screen on them — instead they create a vacuum seal that makes your phone waterproof but not bulky and hard to use.
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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - Lifeproof: iPad Mini case LifeProof has added an iPad Mini case to its lineup of waterproof and durable cases for electronics.
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Photo: Laurie Tisdale - Rippin' Lips: No Trace No Trace quickly eliminates the unnatural odors that repel fish and just make you smell bad! Plus, it's all natural so you can get it on your hands and face.
<p>Never again be without pliers or a cutter with these handy anodized pliers from Berkley. With the supplied tether and holster, they're never far from hand.</p>
Never again be without pliers or a cutter with these handy anodized pliers from Berkley. With the supplied tether and holster, they're never far from hand.
<p>Quit using your teeth to bite through mono and fluorocarbon. It's just a matter of time before your grill starts looking like you brush your teeth with gravel. Keep the diminutive, powerful and convenient Nipper handy and save your smile.</p>
Quit using your teeth to bite through mono and fluorocarbon. It's just a matter of time before your grill starts looking like you brush your teeth with gravel. Keep the diminutive, powerful and convenient Nipper handy and save your smile.
<p>Simms PFD</p> <p>If you need an explanation as to why you need one of these, Darwin might have your number. This PFD is lightweight and doesn't get in the way while fishing.</p>
Simms PFD If you need an explanation as to why you need one of these, Darwin might have your number. This PFD is lightweight and doesn't get in the way while fishing.
<p>Simms Pliers</p> <p>These pliers are cut from aluminum so they won't weigh you down or corrode. Plus, they've got a nifty side cutter that's a cinch to use.</p>
Simms Pliers These pliers are cut from aluminum so they won't weigh you down or corrode. Plus, they've got a nifty side cutter that's a cinch to use.

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