We're thrilled to share some exciting news with you! We're delighted to announce that Foundation Outdoor Group has acquired American Tackle and Mud Hole Custom Tackle. This means that the American Tackle and Mud Hole brands will now be part of a new incredible range of brands, which already includes MHX, CRB, ProProducts, and more. As we move forward, rest assured that your dedicated team
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ICast was amazing for American Tackle for the wins in Best of Show and our category. However, the biggest win was the number of rod builders who were seen, talked with, and interviewed. More people were coming to talk with Mary Christy and Stephanie Aderhold in our booth than most. Even with Billy Vivona in the booth, they were coming and talking about our beloved craft! This win has done so
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American Tackle is thrilled to announce that its revolutionary product, the Tsuka 2, has been awarded Best in Category for Custom Tackle and Components, as well as the prestigious Best in Show at ICAST 2023. Winning the Best in Show award, the biggest award in the fishing industry at the largest fishing industry show, highlights Tsuka 2's exceptional revolution and game-changing impact within
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{American Tackle wins its 13th Award] - American Tackle continues its tradition of leading from the front by adding the EFTTEX 2023 Best New Product Rod Component Award. This is the 13th industry award for American Tackle which continues to innovate and push the industry forward. With the return of EFTTEX in-person show, American Tackle was excited to be back at the largest European fishi
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American Tackle is excited to launch 4 new styles of reel seats for the fly builders out there! The A20 Series features an all-aluminum round body design that's both lightweight and compact, with a small diameter barrel. Its round recessed fixed hood adds to its sleek appearance, while the double mixed knurling locking nuts ensure durability and security. The series also includes a fighting bu
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Check out the VIRTUS XHD, the ultimate offshore guide frame for custom fishing rod builders. With a classic design that matches the style of the Virtus guide, these guides take it to the next level with a #50-#200 Unlimited line rating option. The broad thick gauge stainless and solid titanium material frames offer distortion-proof durability, while the ring lock design protection ensures your gu
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Are you ready to upgrade your rod building game? Well, buckle up because we've got some exciting news! Our G2 reel seats just got even better! Now, with 3K and matte 3K inserts pre-assembled and glued for your convenience, you can spend less time fiddling with seats and more time building rods! Plus, with our exclusive Uni-Hood and Uni-Lock Hood, ergonomic spinning and casting designs, cork and E
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American Tackle had a crazy spring! We started off at ICRBE with Austin and Don heading up to North Carolina for an amazing event! It was the best we have ever seen, and the International Rod Building Challenge was in full swing. With seeing old friends and making new ones, we could not have been happier! Thank you to everyone who came out and stopped by to say hi or discuss all the produc
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For all our awesome rod builders in California, we will be in booth # 132325 at the Bart Hall Long Beach Show! We are really excited to be back in California after the amazing response from builders at the PCS Show. Stop by and see what we have to offer. We will be right across from Island Fishing Tackle so you can purchase products at the show!
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Welp, we loved California so much we are coming back! Seriously the outpouring of excitement from everyone at the PCS show was terrific. So we decided to head back for the Long Beach Bart Hall event! We will be located right across from Island Fishing Tackle. Make sure you stop by and say hi! Let us know if you are coming to the show!
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We are excited to be in California! Come stop by and say hi! And don’t forget about our Tob Builders Reception on Saturday night!
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Thank you to everyone that came to the show! We had a blast and it was an awesome event!
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IRBC 2023
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We are all set up and ready for an amazing event! We are in or normal spot with the International Rod Building Challenge right across from us! Make sure to stop by and talk with Austin and Don! See everyone tomorrow!
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Tickets are selling quickly! Make sure you get yours! We have also decided to do a giveaway of 5 extra raffle tickets to 3 lucky winners that get their tickets before 2/24. This gives you even more chances to win over $5000 in prizes! Don't wait and miss out!
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If you are a rod builder in Southern California this is the event to be at! Get your tickets here: American Tackle Company is proud to host The SoCal Rod Builders Reception! This is a must-attend event on Saturday, March 4th, starting at 7:30 pm at the SOCIAL Costa Mesa. This is a limited ticket event with a cash raffle to benefit Captain Rollo's Kids at Sea, a 501c3 educational organizati
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Get your tickets here!
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We are excited to be a part of this event! Make sure you check out products, ask questions, and learn from some of the best in the industry
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American Tackle is excited to be a part of this event! We will have staff teaching G2 glue-ups and there to answer questions about our products! We will also have our showroom open if you want to come by, ask questions, and see all our products! This will be a great event with some fantastic presenters. If you were looking at coming to Florida for an event, this would be a great choice!
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The American Tackle Company is excited to continue to support the Custom Rod Builders G uild every January! Instead of our in-person event, we are holding a G uild Fundraiser. We are excited to announce the "For The G uild" Fundraiser event! This event will have SIGNIFICANT discounts on American Tackle products, with a portion of the proceeds going directly to the Custom Rod Builder’s G
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Another great video from gary about the the right guide for you build and why to choose each type
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American Tackle have all our blanks on display, and our showroom is always open. Anyone that wants to come in is more than welcome to come in and see everything. We would love to have you in! And this goes for anyone that wants to stop by. We would love for anyone to come by and see everything we have to offer.
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We have done it again! We won our 12th award! American Tackle continues to lead the industry with innovation and recognition by both the trade and anglers. With more and more anglers becoming more knowledgeable about the products they use; rod components are now becoming a topic people increasingly want to understand. Validating this notion is American Tackle’s win of EFTTEX 2022’s Anglers C
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We wanted to give rod builders a look behind the scenes of what we do here at American Tackle. Check out the video link
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A great new video talking about rod handle extensions!
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They are solid. We have sold alot of those seats and it was designed to be lightweight with a good feel. You should have no issues with it! CCT is an extremely solid material
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Hey everyone! I am asking for some help. We are in the running for the Anglers Choice in General Fishing for EFTTEX. We are up against a lot of great products and we would love to have the rod building community help push a rod component to the top! All you need to do is click the link and vote! You are also entered to win 1000 Euros in tackle. This is a European show but it is seen all ove
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ICRBE is approaching quickly! With this, you all know the International Rod Building Challenge is held there. Another contest we have is the Best MicroWave Rod Challenge. This is a people's choice and will be conducted at ICRBE. This is a separate rod from your entry for the IRBC. This is an awesome contest; the winner will receive $500 in credit from American Tackle. This is a great way to
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