ICAST 2012 is in full effect, and we are all over the floor looking for the unique, unusual, and effective.
There are several trends going on that are easy to spot. For example, everyone and their mother is coming out with an umbrella style rig. These things are all over the place.
This is fine and dandy, but we want to bring light to products that aren’t going to get as much press—but absolutely should.
One such product is by a company called Freedom Tackle.
They have brought a product to the show that they call Live Action, Hybrid Jigs. I have to tell you, I was blown away by what I saw with these.
Live Action, Hybrid Jigs
So what exactly is a Live Action, Hybrid Jig?
They are exquisitely designed jig heads with removable hooks. They offer four different styles:
- The Rogue: a football style jig designed to land in an upright position.
- The Hydra: a swimbait style head
- The Stealth: a weedless style head perfect for worms or skirts and other such baits
- The Zodiac: similar to a traditional ball jig
Only four products you ask?
The answer is a resounding yes! In speaking with the developers of the jig heads, they wanted to do one thing well—and from the preliminary look, they’ve done just that.
What Makes Them Unique?
Imagine not having to buy a Plano box full of jig heads anymore.
You have the ability with the Freedom Tackle products to change out hooks and use the ones you want to use, when you want to use them.
This has the added benefit of giving the bait a free range of motion. So when you cast out your bait, and let it sink down, the current of the water will grab it and make it dance. While it’s doing that, you have air bubbles emanating from the head itself, which adds another element of realism.
This is our first look at this exciting new product, and I can assure you we will have them on the water in short order for a full review. For now, just visit www.freedomlures.com to check out the designs.
The full review will be coming soon!
