BY THE NUMBERS BY CONOR MIHELL
Soſt Plastics
» The year the first plastic imitation worms, which reeked
of rubber and caught very few fish, received a U.S. patent: 1877
» The year polyvinyl chloride (PVC), the most common
material for contemporary soft-plastic lures, was brought into commercial use by tire manufacturer B.F. Goodrich: 1926
» The year Nick Creme Sr., the founder of the Creme Lure
Company, invented the first modern incarnation of the soft- plastic worm: 1949
» Cost in dollars of a five-pack of Creme Wiggle Worms in 1951: 1
» The year lure manufacturer Mister Twister’s patented Curly
Tail silicone-based lure hit the market and started the soft- plastic revolution: 1972
» Estimated number of years it takes typical PVC-based soft-
plastic bait to decompose in water: 200
» Estimated number of pounds of soft-plastic bait that ends up at
the bottom of U.S. waterways annually: 20,000,000
» Number of variations of Berkley’s biodegradable
polyvinyl alcohol–based Gulp! line of soft-plastic bait: 99
» Cost in dollars of one Berkley Gulp! Alive! six-inch
nightcrawler in 2009: 20
» Number of rods manufacturer G.Loomis makes specifically for
Carolina rigs, a popular, long- leader, heavyweight, soft-plastic worm setup: 2
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h Tempest Jacket Waterproof/breathable TROPOS fabric keeps out splash and spray, and the latex wrist gaskets keep arms dry while landing your catch.
Kokatat’s kayak fishing clothing combines the fit and features paddlers have trusted for over 35 years with
feedback from professional and amateur kayak anglers. For more information, go to
www.kokatat.com
h Tempest Pant with Socks
A waterproof/ breathable pant with socks and a wide, secure neoprene waistband that keeps water out or can mate with a double skirted top.
h T3 SuperNova Angler Paddling Suit
h Launch Sock Pull on over bare or socked feet, snug down with elastic and a cord lock for launch, and then pull off when under way.
A full featured, semi- dry suit for cooler temperatures. TROPOS 3 layer fabric is waterproof and breathable, and waterproof entry and relief zippers mean all day comfort in all conditions. Integrated socks with gravel guard keep feet warm and dry.
We’ll get you where you need to be… It’s your job to catch it!
BB Pro – Kayak Kevin
PHOTO: KENDAL LARSON
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