Jeep Offroad Camper Trailers

I’d like to think Australian offroad camper trailers had something to do with this. Jeep has jumped on camper trailer band wagon, excuse the pun. I must say, they look snazzy are are not too badly priced. But will they stand up against a rugged aussie made camper, or be left in the dust. Time will tell.

But either way, they certainly look the goods and no doubt will be a popular seller with Jeep owners and offroad enthusiasts alike.

Designed to meet off-road capabilities of Jeep® 4×4 vehicles, Jeep® Trail and Extreme Trail campers incorporate Jeep® Wrangler’s rugged design cues, including Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon 17-inch cast-aluminum wheels (with 5-lug by 5-inch bolt pattern to utilize most Jeep® vehicles’ spare tire), taillights, fender flares, rear bumper (Trail Edition camper only), badging and hood-tie downs. In August 2010, both Jeep® camper trailers may be ordered at local Jeep® dealers through Mopar, Chrysler Group LLC’s service, parts and customer-care brand.

* Campers accommodate four adults and feature a queen-size bed, sofa with stowable table, built-in aluminum cabinet, 110-volt power supply and a premium canvas enclosure
* Camper trailers feature innovative engineering, capability and are designed and tested for Jeep® off-road capability
* For casual campers, the Jeep® Trail Edition camper is designed to endure trails with its lightweight all-aluminum construction, 32-inch BF Goodrich Mud Terrain tires, 12 inches of ground clearance, trailing-arm suspension, diamond-plated aluminum covering, and available 360-degree axis pintle hitch
* For hard-core off-road enthusiasts, the Jeep® Extreme Trail Edition camper ups the ante with a heavier frame, 35-inch BF Goodrich Mud Terrain tires, 15 inches of ground clearance, full-underbody skid plate, high-mounted fenders, and available 360-degree axis pintle hitch
* The all-new Jeep® Trail Edition camper (MSRP: $9,995) and Extreme Trail Edition camper (MSRP: $11,995) may be ordered as Mopar accessories on August 1, 2010 at local Jeep® dealerships

New Daiwa Saltiga due out Autumn 2010

Due out in Autumn 2010, the new 2010 Daiwa Saltiga 4500-5000 sizes are sure to turn heads. The larger brothers the 6000-6500 sizes are due for release early 2011. Daiwa has decided to keep anglers on the edge of their seats, by releasing the official product information, once a week over a 7 week period.

Part 1 (August 9) Rod & Reel: Item Information Release

Part 2 (August 16)
Technology developer speaks (① Part Reel): Magushirudo

3rd (August 23)
Technology developer speaks (② Part Lille): Zaionearota

4th (August 30)
Technology developer speaks (③ Reel Guide): UTD (Arutimettotonamentodoragu)

5th (6 September)
Technology developer speaks (Part rod): X & 3D Torque Carbon Cross (3DX)

6th (Wednesday September 15, ※ This week only)
Specifications and pricing announced

Shimano Trinidad A Series Preview

After over a decade on the market, the world famous Shimano Trinidad series has received an overhaul and out comes the new Trinidad A Series.

While the reels were virtually flawless the main issue with the original Trinidad was the lack of drag pressure. The whole drag system has been updated along with modern gearing. Aesthetically they look almost identical except for the obvious transition from gold to the every popular gunsmoke grey theme.

For me one of the most exciting changes to the Trinidad series is the addition of the Tini-Trini…A Trinidad 10A. The original 12 Trinidad was a bit of a well kept secret amongst angling crowds but because of this the sales were not as expected and Shimano Australia dropped the 12 from the original range. No doubt the 12A and the new 10A will quickly come cult favorites, complimenting the rest of the range 14A, 16NA, 16A, 20A and 30A.

• High Efficiency Gearing (HEG)
• X-Ship Gear Support System for enhanced Efficiency,Power and Smoothness
• Dartainium II Drag for High Pressures and Durability
• Super Free (SF) for incredible freespool and castability
• E.I. Surface Treatment for extreme corrosion protection
• Ultra-Lightweight Cold Forged Aluminum Magnumlite Spool with E.I.
• Compact, One-Piece Cold Forged AL Frame and Left Sideplate Deign with E.I.
• One-Piece Cold Forged and Machined AL Right Sideplate with E.I.
• Super Stopper® with Silent Twin Pawl Assist Stopper
• Manual Metal Clutch Lever with Corrosion Prevention Pad

Innovator Nitro Kamikaze and Widow maker rods

A company well know for their out there names has done it again, with the Nitro Kamikaze and Widow Maker series. Nitro have really pulled out the Swiss Army knife of rods with these two big game all-rounders, designed to tackle just about anything you can throw at them.

Heavy duty spinning reels such as the Stella or Saltigas are designed to be versatile and reliable in any fishing conditions. Nitro has made the Kamikaze and Widow Maker rods to suit this versatility. From Trolling and Cubing, to Jigging or Popping these rods can take it all.

On the lighter end of the scale, we have the Kamikaze which is a 15kg, 6 foot rod. With a lure weight of 57 to 368 grams it can be used to throw light weight metal slices at tuna right up to dropping medium to large jigs for Samson and Kingfish.

The heavier of the two is the Widow Maker. With its 24kg line rating and equal 6 foot length this is the whopper stopper you have been looking for. With a capable lure weight of up to 624 grams this rod is ideal for working those bigger jigs in the depths, or throwing those dumbbell sized poppers for Giant Trevally. Drag weight on Nitro’s widow maker is a respectable 18kg @ 45 degrees.

Both rods are fitted out with the best componentry, including fuji silicons and hypalon grips. While still retaining Nitro’s famous simplicity or the black on black finish. Both rods are two piece making them easily transportable to those far away locations we all love to fish.

After using a few Innovator Nitros in my time and never failing to be impressed, I’m sure these two new additions to the ever increasing family of Innovator rods will be just as impressive. Check them out at your local tackle store today.

New Shimano Super Tiagra?

I have just heard rumors of a new Shimano Super Tiagra! While apparently it is very similar to the old Tiagra, the “Super Tiagra” has digital controls built in that are displayed on the reel and sent wirelessly to a receiver in the cockpit. Factors such as drag temperature, line out , line left, drag pressure etc are sent. This is obviously going to be a massive advantage to game fishermen as the skipper controlling the boat would have a more information and know when and where to steer the boat.

More as it comes, but if this is true it could be one of the biggest advances in gamefishing in a long time.

Berkley Power Egi scented squid jigs

We all know the Japanese have got it down pat when it comes to egging(squid fishing). Berkley have enlisted the help of these talented folk to help design their new Power Egi Squid jig range. They have sculpted these perfectly balanced squid catching machines and are now available in tackle stores around oz. Not only are they designed well, these jigs also have a few more tricks up their sleeve.

It was only a matter of time before Berkley combined their power bait scent with a squid jig. This gives fussy squid the icing on the cake when it comes to striking a jig. Previously they may have shied away from Power Egis rival’s, but with added Powerbait scent you will be up to your arms in cephalopods before you know it.

New Daiwa Certate for 2010?

A few pics have popped up around town of the new Daiwa Certate and in particular the 2500 model. More news as it comes available, but here’s some pics to keep you entertained.

Goodbye FD, Hello New 2010 Shimano Stella

Shimano Japan has welcomed in the new year with the announcement of the new 2010 Shimano Stella. It appears to be replacing the current(or is that now superseded) Stella FD, which ranges from the 1000 size right up to the 4000.

Depsite coming along way from their beginnings in 1992 , The 2010 Stella has a blue and gold theme, that is somewhat reminiscent of the old FA Stellas a few models back.

Shimano have chosen to use the Super MG body Magnesium and rotors to keep the weight down to a minimum on the sub 2500 sizes. While there larger 2500,3000 and 4000 counter parts have a Super MG body and Power AL Aluminium body .

The new “XShip” gear systems allows for tighter/closer meshing of the gears reducing wear, increasing performance and making for an overall smoother retrieval. Not to mention an oversized main gear and full floating shaft. Shimano’s new EI anti corrosion system is designed to keep these reels going in harshest of conditions.

Other noteable features include two easily accesible service ports in the body and in the bail roller. The machine cut aluminium drag knob was a nice fishing touch to top off what looks to be an amazing reel.

It looks like the 2010 Stella will be released in March in Japan, no news when they will be arriving down under but unfortunately we are usually a fair way behind. Expect at earliest September after the AFTA trade show.

Stay tuned..