Author: BD STAFF

Melton International Tackle is having a huge sale event to show their customer appreciation.  This 2nd annual event will take place at their Anaheim, CA store on Saturday, April 1, 2017 from 8 am – 2 pm and will feature huge savings, raffles, industry partners and vendors. Event Details Huge One-Day only SALE. Prices too good to advertise. Raffle Prizes Manufacturer Representatives & Pro Staffers will be on hand to showcase new products FREE Reel Repair with $50 purchase from Accurate, Daiwa and Shimano (limit 1 reel per customer) First 20 customers with purchase over $50 get a free 300 yard spool up of Daiwa…

Picture the challenge and excitement of chasing and capturing a trophy fish. Many people continue to go to great lengths to chase illustrious gamefish all around the globe. Often the more remote and hard-to-get-to places have the greatest potential for a prize, but not always. Sometimes the trophy swims in your home state or nearby waters. A trophy does not always mean a fish is a giant for the species. Each angler has a unique set of parameters by which to judge a catch. Size is often the driving factor, but unusual characteristics, sheer beauty, or simply the key to…

OCEARCH just concluded its 28th research expedition and 1st expedition in the lowcountry. The expedition took place February and March 2017 in waters off South Carolina and Georgia. Great White Sharks an other large apex predators are the lifeblood of our oceans. That’s why Costa is a proud partner of OCEARCH, a group of explorers and scientists dedicated to generating previously unattainable data on the movement, biology and health of sharks. All while protecting their future and education the public. No one has ever attempted a program like this before. The information being collected is not only staggering, it’s helping…

Seaguar, makers of quality fishing line and leaders are offering huge savings on their line of apparel through March 31, 2017. Enter the promo code – classic2017 and get 40% off all apparel items while supplies last. Visit Seaguar.com to take advantage of these huge savings before March 31, 2017.

Fred Hall Del Mar Show is almost here and Turner’s Outdoorsman is still pumping out the show specials for show visitors. Here are just a few of the many deals and specials from all the name brand tackle manufacturers. Most Southern Californian outdoorsmen are familiar with Turner’s Outdoorsman,Southern California’s leading hunting, shooting, and fishing specialty stores. They began in 1971 as a single store in Long Beach. Over the years, they have grown to 19 stores, located throughout Southern California. They take pride in being your neighborhood store and stay dedicated to their local customers.

BD is hosting our annual 25% off Bloodydecks swag sale! If you want to stock up on your fishing hats and shirts now is the time. We will also be selling our apparel at the Del Mar Fred Hall show which starts today and runs through the weekend. Come visit the Bloodydecks booth and buy the swag on sale without the cost of shipping! If you aren’t going to be in town for the show, you can buy online HERE.

State shellfish managers have approved a razor clam dig beginning March 24 with openings alternating between Mocrocks and Copalis beaches for three days. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved the opening on evening tides after marine toxin tests confirmed the clams on those two beaches are safe to eat. A planned dig at Twin Harbors has been canceled after test results showed elevated levels of domoic acid, said Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager. Domoic acid has posed an ongoing problem for shellfish fisheries along Washington’s coast since 2015. The natural toxin produced by certain types of…

Lowrance, a world-leading brand in fishing electronics since 1957 and longest running sponsor of Bass Anglers Sportsman Society (B.A.S.S.), today at the 2017 GEICO® Bassmaster Classic, announced the production of the HDS CarbonTM 16, a new high-performance fishfinder/chartplotter with a 16-inch screen; the largest ever produced by Lowrance. The massive 16-inch high-definition screen on HDS Carbon 16 displays provides an even bigger stage to showcase the clarity, high resolution and superior target separation of SolarMAX™ HD technology, exclusive to the HDS Carbon series. Setting up a four-panel split on the HDS Carbon 16 gives anglers the equivalent of four seven-inch…

Welcome to The ViewPointe, your Oceanside, California oasis, where the beach is your new home. Ideally located just a few blocks from the Pacific, The ViewPointe is a collection of 33 townhome style condominiums, all featuring private roof decks with awe-inspiring views. Enjoy easy access to the beach, surf, hike and bike trails, and the town’s emerging dining and cultural scenes.  Grab your board, walk to the beach, stroll the weekly Farmers Market, hop on your bike, taste local cuisines, and explore the craft beer scene.  At ViewPointe you can live in a place that feels like a vacation everyday! The…

For the kick off of the opening of Shimano’s (Shimano reels) new Fishing Division offices and the Shimano Experience Center in Ladson, South Carolina, the Shimano team begins to share a series of videos exemplifying the HAGANE spirit that is the underlying drive in all Shimano products. What is HAGANE? Shimano described it as; “HAGANE is a Shimano reel design concept created to withstand continual use and extreme abuse. HAGANE is an innovation of built in toughness and durability, working alongside Shimano’s precision engineering. As you evolve, we evolve.”

Turners Outdoorsmans Orange Store Turner’s Outdoorsman Southern California’s number 1 shooting, hunting and fishing Tackle retailer since 1971 has moved to a new location in Orange, CA at 2040 N. Tustin St.  Just East of the 55 Freeway.  Now with 8,000 square feet of the latest outdoor products for hunting, shooting and fishing products from all the top companies. Come check out the new location and save big. Most Southern Californian outdoorsmen are familiar with Turner’s Outdoorsman,Southern California’s leading hunting, shooting, and fishing specialty stores. They began in 1971 as a single store in Long Beach. Over the years, they have…

[RF_CONTEST contest=’4372′] Accurate just released the newest addition the their Valiant series reels, the BV 500.  This reel comes in both single and doubles speed and would be a perfect addition to your offshore fishing arsenal. BD Outdoors in conjunction with Accurate Fishing wants TWO lucky anglers to win the new BV 500 reels There are multiple ways to enter this contest!  The more ways you enter, the greater your chances are of going home with this reel.  And if you are in the Long Beach or San Diego area this year, come visit the Accurate booth at the Fred Hall Show,…

Turner’s Outdoorsman 2017 Spring Catalog offers big savings on forty pages of your favorite outdoor gear for fishing, hunting and shooting.  The Spring Blast starts today, March 17 and runs through April 20, 2017. Most Southern Californian outdoorsmen are familiar with Turner’s Outdoorsman,Southern California’s leading hunting, shooting, and fishing specialty stores. They began in 1971 as a single store in Long Beach. Over the years, they have grown to 19 stores, located throughout Southern California. They take pride in being your neighborhood store and stay dedicated to their local customers.

Amazing Whale Encounters Just recently, the crew aboard the well known fishing boat the C-Bandit ,skippered by Frank DAnna who owns Dominator Sportfishing, got an exhilarating experience from a pod of gray whales off the coast of San Diego while fishing for yellowtail. Zach Zorn, an experienced local angler, was on board and shot this video and photos during the encounter.  “The whales came to us and despite our efforts to move away from them, they continued to follow us, quite fast at that, and hang out under the boat for two hours”, Zach said. “None of the crew, some very…

Let us introduce you to the newest family of high-end fishing rods from Okuma Fishing Tackle, the PCH rod series, that will be on display at the Fred Hall Shows in 2017. Okuma takes great pride and care in the making of their products, and they tell their story the best: “From mountain lake to offshore waters, at every turn Okuma Fishing Tackle embraces your passion for the sport of fishing. Our product introductions continue our commitment to dynamic and innovative rods and reels for both freshwater and saltwater anglers. Within each, our goal is to advance your skills and…

Captains Clean Water Sportfishing Day On April 11, hundreds of concerned anglers and boaters will gather in Tallahassee to make our collective voices heard. Together we will meet with legislators from our districts and from all parts of Florida. Our elected officials need to hear from ALL of us – Captains, Fishing Guides, and Anglers. Together, we will remind them how important Florida’s Everglades and Estuaries are to our businesses and quality of life. The Edison Restaurant, in Cascade Park in Tallahassee, will be our base of operations. We will have food throughout the day, and will be setting up…

Lowrance, a world-leader in fishing electronics since 1957, has announced the release of new software updates for HDS Gen3, Elite-5 Ti and 7 Ti displays that include significant sonar enhancements, new Navionics® functionality and general improvements. Headlined by game-changing improvements to Surface Clarity, the update includes new Live Network Sonar, Navionics® SonarChart™ Live, Navionics® Plotter Sync and NMEA 2000® entertainment enhancements. Setting Surface Clarity to Low reveals several fish hidden by surface clutter. Surface Clarity functionality has been significantly enhanced to remove clutter without affecting targets, allowing anglers to reveal fish near the surface without filtering all sonar returns, which,…

Realtree continues its legacy of supporting conservation of wildlife and habitat by renewing its sponsorship of National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHF Day) for 2017. The company’s support will enhance NHF Day efforts around the nation to educate the public on conservation and promote the benefits from participating in angling and hunting. “Realtree is one of outdoor industry’s leaders in conservation and promotion of the outdoors,” said Misty Mitchell, director of Conservation for Wonders of Wildlife. “The company truly cares about ensuring the future of fishing and hunting. We are excited for their continued support and hope for a long…

The great crew at Crocodile Bay Resort in Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula are working hard to make great memories and experiences for their guests.  Check out the latests fishing report video of real guests having real fun. Visit Crocodile Bay’s website to plan your adventure from a variety of fishing options and over 30 eco-adventure activities for all ages. Visit our full article to see all the fun you can have!

Spring Boating Start Checklist Spring has sprung and for millions of boaters in the U.S. that means it’s time to take their boats out of winter storage and put them in the water. For many boaters, annual preparation and cleaning projects are necessary rites of spring that help prevent problems that could keep them off the water once the season is underway. Here’s a brief checklist from Discover Boating of things you’ll want to look at before you head for the water that first time. Fuel System Inspect the fuel system for leaks or damage and be sure to pay…

Lowrance, a world-leader in fishing electronics since 1957 — announced the Lowrance 60th Anniversary HDS Ultimate Upgrade promotion on qualifying HDS Carbon™ and HDS Gen3 fishfinder/chartplotter displays, running from March 1 until May 31, 2017. The HDS Gen3 series feature an easy-to-use, multi-touch, high-resolution display with Broadband Sounder™ and CHIRP sonar, plus built-in support for StructureScan® 3D with SideScan and DownScan Imaging™. The new Lowrance HDS Carbon adds a high-performance, dual-core processor, multi-touch SolarMAX™ HD screen and Network Dual Sounder to the proven features that have made HDS displays the choice of anglers at all levels. The Ultimate Upgrade includes…

Costa Sunglasses, manufacturer of polarized sunglasses for all fishing pursuits, announces the release of a new lens for 2017. The Sunrise Silver Mirror lens is ideal for low light situations, great for any sight casting applications and Costa’s most versatile lens for changing light conditions. The Sunrise Silver Mirror allows 30 percent light transmission versus the typical 10-12 percent and does this successfully while maintaining a 99 percent polarization efficiency – making it the highest light transmission of any polarized lens on the market. “Having been in field testing with some of our pro staff since last summer, the early…