Las Vegas , Nev. – As he did last year in taking the fishing industry by storm, 2009 Bassmaster Classic Champion Skeet Reese has teamed up with Wright & McGill Co. to launch new products that will follow in the footsteps of his revolutionary Wright & McGill Co. Skeet Reese Tessera rods.
The pairing of Reese and Wright & McGill Co. has been responsible for revolutionizing the fishing rod industry with the high quality, affordable Tessera rods, and now they have collaborated to add a new series of rods to the lineup, but also a new set of fishing reels as well as a new youth fishing combo that can help kids get the most out of their fishing as well.
“I have been thrilled with the way our first project has worked out, and I'm proud to say that we're adding new projects as well,” said Reese. “I've been testing the new products on tour for the past couple of months, and I can say that they have been a huge part of the success I've had on the water this year.”
Those products are a new, four model line of signature Skeet Reese Micro Honeycomb rods, a set of Wright and McGill Co. Skeet Reese victory reels in both casting and spinning models, and another project has been the completion of the Wright & McGill Co. Skeet Reese Jr. Champions Combo pack.
The new Micro Honeycomb rods feature a totally new construction that results in a thinner, lighter and more sensitive blank material. In addition to the new high-tech blanks, the rods will feature the popular new micro guides that aid in casting distance and control, as well as enhance the sensitivity of the rod by reducing weight and creating more contact points for the line.
The new Micro Honeycomb rods will feature the same stunning graphics that helped make the original Skeet Reese Tessera Rods industry leaders, and will be available in three casting and one spinning model. The casting version will be a 7' Finesse Worm/Fluke model, a 7'2” Football Jig/Big Worm version and a 7'6” Heavy Cover pitching rod. The spinning rod is a 6'10” Finesse Tube and Jig rod; MSRP will be $119.99 but will most likely retail for $99.99
In addition to the new rods, Wright & McGill and Reese are also announcing their partnership on the new signature Skeet Reese Victory reels. The reels have been tailor made to Reese's exacting needs on the water, and feature components that a true professional would desire, and are available in both casting and spinning versions.
The Victory spinning reel is loaded with features, including; an all aluminum body and 10 ball bearing construction, infinite anti-reverse, a super smooth front drag, extreme duty thick power bail with long life bail spring, oversized, machined aluminum power handle with an oversized, soft touch handle knob for increased control. It comes with an aluminum spool plus a spare aluminum spool, and anti-twist line roller, it is saltwater resistant and comes with an included protective storage bag. The Wright & McGill Co. Skeet Reese Victory spinning reels will be available in four sizes.
Victory Casting reels are every bit the premium product s it open faced cousin, with features that will make landing any fish a breeze. Victory is built on a durable aluminum frame with 10 stainless steel ball bearings, and unlimited anti-reverse for quick hooksets. Victory features a one touch removable aluminum spool through its quick access side plate. Casting is a breeze with its centrifugal anti-backlash braking system, and fish stand no chance with its powerful and smooth Teflon® drag system. It features an audible click star drag and precision cut brass gears producing 6.2:1 or a high speed 7.0:1 retrieve speeds. It features an extra large power handle and oversized rubber paddles is available in right & left hand retrieve and weighs only 7.76 ounces; It also comes with a protective neoprene reel case.
Both the Victory casting and spinning reels come in a rich glossy black and anodized black finish with yellow trim and graphics, MSRP will also be $119.99 but will most likely retail for $99.99
“Wright & McGill and I feel strongly about providing anglers high quality products that they can afford to fish,” said Reese. “I've been testing these reels, they are what I use on tour, and they will meet the needs and budgets of any angler.”
But don't think that Skeet Reese is only about tournament fishing, he is a devoted family man who knows how much a day fishing with a parent can mean to a youngster. In keeping with his love for fishing with his daughters, Reese and Wright & McGill are releasing the Skeet Reese Jr. Champion Combo. The combo, which comes with a 5'2” two piece version of a Skeet Reese Tessera casting rod, and matching spin cast reel spooled with monofilament line.
The kit comes with a rubber casting plug for safely practicing casting, a Skeet Reese tournament cap, appropriately sized for young anglers, and a new instructional DVD titled “Fishing is Fun” featuring tips and tricks from Reese designed to help young anglers and their parents make the most of every fishing day. The Wright & McGill Skeet Reese Jr. Champion Combo MSRP will be $39.99, but will likely retail at $29.99.
“I am proud of my association with Wright & McGill Co., these products represent my commitment to providing great tackle to anglers at great value,” said Reese. “I am excited to release these to the public; they have made a difference in my competitive career, and have made fishing with my daughters more fun, I think anglers everywhere will find enjoyment with these products as well.”
For more on Wright & McGill Co. and their complete line of Skeet Reese signature products, visit them online at www.wright-mcgill.com.
