Added on Thursday, June 6, 2013  Gary Hurley

Father’s Day Gift Guide

Costa Del Mar Saltbreak

Despite the fact that they’re among the most popular sunglasses on the water, Costa Del Mar refuses to sit on their laurels, constantly introducing new frame styles, colors, and lens options.

Among Costa’s new models for 2013 is the Saltbreak, a no-nonsense design ideal for anglers with larger faces.

Despite the simplicity of the design, the Saltbreak frames have an undeniable eye appeal, and with multiple frame and lens color options, anglers can tailor the look and performance of the shades to their tastes and most common fishing conditions. White, Silver, Tortoise, Black, and Blackout (a new style featuring an all-black Costa logo) are all available as frame color choices, and anglers can select between Green Mirror, Blue Mirror, Silver Mirror, Gray, or Copper in the 580 Glass lenses. The 580 Plastic and 400 Glass lenses are also available on the frames in a variety of colors. Each lens color offers unique benefits for different types of fishing, with the Copper lenses ideal for sight-fishing flats under low-light conditions, Blue Mirror perfect for bright days offshore, and the others lying in the middle of the continuum.

An integral hinge and durable nylon frame construction ensure that the Saltbreaks are as tough as they look.

The Saltbreak frames are also available with prescription lenses so anglers who wear contacts or eyeglasses can enjoy the same performance and style as those with 20/20 vision.

Check out the Saltbreak and Costa’s other new offerings at local Costa Del Mar retailers or visit www.costadelmar.com for more information.

South Chatham Tackle GoPro Handle

GoPro Cameras have revolutionized anglers’ ability to deliver action video of their adventures, and the South Chatham Tackle GoPro Extendable Handle further revolutionizes their options for positioning the camera on board a boat or underwater.

Constructed of fiberglass, anodized aluminum, and stainless steel fasteners, the GoPro Handle is designed to perform and excel in the rigors of the marine environment. The business end of the pole features a GoPro adapter that secures all models of the camera, and will also securely hold any other video recorder or camera that can mount to a standard tripod.

The handle is extendable in 6” increments from 4-8’ long, allowing anglers to fine-tune their shots to perfection, and also features an adapter that pivots in two places to allow further manipulation of the camera angle. A rod-gimbal opposite the GoPro Adapter stabilizes the pole in onboard rod holders, and the non-slip grip just above the gimbal ensures anglers’ ability to maintain a secure hold on the handle.

An extension link is also included with the handle that facilitates easy underwater filming while standing on a boat deck, enabling the camera to be mounted right side up while the handle is in the water, and stabilizes the GoPro by allowing the handle to support the back of the device.

A stainless steel eyebolt just below the mount head allows anglers to tether the camera to the handle for security.

For more information or to purchase the South Chatham Tackle Extendable GoPro Handle online, visit www.southchathamtackle.com.

Intracoastal Angler Fly Boxes

Saltwater flies can be difficult to protect and store in a manner that keeps their delicate materials from getting matted or crushed, and some of the saltwater fly boxes on the market can cost as much as anglers’ fly collections themselves. Intracoastal Angler’s new fly boxes solve both problems, offering anglers a reasonably-priced box offered in four sizes ideal for anything from an afternoon trip to an international expedition.

The boxes are double-sided for maximum storage space and feature rubber gaskets and positive latches that keep flies sealed away from saltwater. Clear lids allow anglers to see what’s inside the boxes, keeping them from opening the wrong side or grabbing the wrong box of flies for a particular adventure.

The Intracoastal Angler Fly Boxes retail starting at $10.99, and there’s one perfect for a fly-fisherman in any stage of his career. Check them out at Intracoastal Angler in Wilmington.

TACO Dockside Fillet Table

A fish cleaning station is indispensable for any serious angler, and TACO’s Dockside Fillet Table is an elegant and practical addition to any dock or work area.

The table mounts permanently to a dock via the included hardware, and the polished aluminum legs complement T-tops and other marine pipework beautifully.

The table’s top is made of UV-stabilized, high-density polyethylene for easy cleanup and long-lasting performance.

At 48” x 21” and with a 250 lb. capacity, the table is capable of supporting some impressive catches. The back and side of the table feature a raised lip with drainage that keeps those impressive catches from sliding off the surface, and a hose-nozzle holder means that fresh water is right at hand for rinsing and cleanup. A drink holder is also standard, so anglers don’t need to worry about going thirsty while cleaning up their catch.

Look for the TACO Dockside Fillet Table at local TACO dealers or visit www.tacomarine.com to learn more.

Orca Coolers

Motivated to offer hunters, anglers, and other outdoor enthusiasts premium products made of American-made components in the United States, Orca was started by a pair of veterans of the construction and trades industry. Their first mission was to create a cooler designed to withstand the rigors of any outdoor activity and outperform the competition, and with four models now on the market, they’ve delivered on it.

Offered in 26, 58, 72, and 140 qt. capacities, the Orcas feature durable, roto-molded construction. Integrated insulation offers maximum cold retention and is capable of holding ice for up to 10 days.

A lid gasket ensures a perfect seal and keeps the cold in and warmth out.

Each cooler also wears rope handles with a comfortable, padded grip for easy carrying solo or with a partner.

A unique standard feature of the Orcas is a webbed cargo net pocket on the back exterior of the box for carrying and organizing the miscellaneous items that all anglers seem to have floating about them.

Orca Coolers are 100% made in the USA, lockable, certified bear proof, and offer a lifetime warranty. They’re also available in four different colors to offer anglers a little personalization.

Check out Orca’s entire line of coolers and other products at www.orcacoolers.com.

Rapala Magnetic Tool Holder Combo

Featuring a trio of indispensable angling tools in a handy, mountable cradle, the Rapala Magnetic Tool Holder Combo is a practical gift that will also help anglers’ organize their boats.

Along with the holder are a 6” Double Sided Hook Sharpener, a pair of Super Line Scissors, and 6.5” Needle Nose Pliers.

Good for more than just hooks, the Double Sided Hook Sharpener has a round, coarse file ideal for large or badly-damaged hook points along with a flat, fine, diamond-coated side ideal for sharpening knives and smaller hooks. A V-groove in both sides ensures a perfectly-aligned hone for an ultimate cutting edge, and a co-molded, ergonomic handle that provides a secure, but comfortable grip.

The Needle Nose Pliers are packed with features including a side cutter for thin wire leaders and hooks, a split shot crimper, a lure-tuning tool, and a split ring tool at the nose. Soft, slip-proof handles and a spring-loaded design make the pliers ideal for one-handed use, and an adjustable hand lanyard ensures they don’t end up in the water.

The Super Line Scissors are ideal for cutting the modern braided lines that can be incredibly frustrating to sever with pliers and other tools, and oversized finger and thumb holes make them easy to grip and use as well.

Look for the Rapala Magnetic Tool Holder Combo at local Rapala Dealers or visit www.rapala.com for more information.