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OFFICIAL PROGRAM
2017
HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW
January 6—15, 2017 We’d like to thank our show sponsors:
Houston Area Chevy Dealers
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2017 HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW TABLE OF
Contents 6 2017: A Hull of Fishing Focus: Event Schedule 28 aBoat! Time to Buy a 42 Slow Sinker vs. 8 Topwater Fishing Focus: Towing Exhibitor 44 Bass Gear 34 Tactics 10 Directory FEATURE ARTICLES
Introduction
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Buyer’s Guide
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Weather Watch: for the 46 38 Shopping Playing it Safe Right RV Smart ATV 40 Shopping
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Personal Watercraft
HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW
Fishing Focus: Tackle on Board
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HE HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL Boat, Sport & Travel Show has been a family tradition since 1956. It gives families a day together, exploring outdoor activities that will enhance everyone’s lifestyle and bring the whole family closer. After 62 years, the annual Houston International Boat, Sport & Travel Show is still the largest 6 |
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Indoor Show on the Gulf Coast with a little something for every member of the family.
Experience the Joy of Boating If you’re new to boating or even thinking about it, then the Houston Boat Show is the perfect place to learn more. Learn about how exploring the open water helps reduce stress from fast-paced everyday life and brings families together while they create lifetime memories.
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BASS TUB
DEMO SCHEDULE FRIDAY, JANUARY 6TH 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:00 pm SATURDAY, JANUARY 7TH 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:00 pm SUNDAY, JANUARY 8TH 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:00 pm MONDAY, JANUARY 9TH Noon, 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm, 7:00 pm TUESDAY, JANUARY 10TH Noon, 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm, 7:00 pm WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11TH 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm, 7:00 pm THURSDAY, JANUARY 12TH 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm, 7:00 pm FRIDAY, JANUARY 13TH 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm, 7:30 pm SATURDAY, JANUARY 14TH 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:30 pm SUNDAY, JANUARY 15TH 1:00 pm. 3:00 pm
XPOGO STUNT TEAM PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, JANUARY 6TH 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm SATURDAY, JANUARY 7TH 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm, 4:30 pm, 6:30 pm SUNDAY, JANUARY 8TH 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm, 4:30 pm, 6:30 pm MONDAY, JANUARY 9TH 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm TUESDAY, JANUARY 10TH 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm
The 2017 Houston Boat Show will feature more than 1,000 powerboats, luxury cruisers, fishing boats and personal watercraft. So whether your passion includes fighting for the big catch out in the Gulf, jumping the waves on your PWC, cruising around the lake at a serene pace or paddling yourself to wherever you want to go, you can find it all here. Remember, many manufacturers and Boat Dealers are offering special PreSeason Savings and Boat Show Specials in a rare indoor environment where you can see, touch and compare before you buy.
Joy Ride in an RV
This 10-day show features a great selection of campers, travel trailers and accessories for a perfect family getaway. Owning a camper gives you the freedom to travel and explore any time of the year. Who wants to stay in a strange hotel when you can travel in the comfort of your own space and at your own pace? Sleep in—There’s no check out time!
More than a Boat Show
Already own a boat or RV? The 2017 Houston International Boat, Sport & Travel Show is the perfect place to outfit your ride with a new sound system, GPS system, fishing or wakeboard tower. Or you can gear up with hottest new wakeboards, tubes and towing equipment. Whatever outdoor adventure you seek, we have the gear to
get you there. Not only does Houston’s Biggest Boat, Sport & Travel Show have more than 16 acres of boats and campers, there are hundreds of exciting pursuits for the whole family. Maybe a hot tub or sauna is what you prefer? Or maybe a golf cart or ATV for some off-road fun? Maybe a new mattress or recliner to rest up after these fun excursions? There’s something here for the whole family from jewelry to fashion, paintings to cookware, toys and more.
Let Us Be Your Guide
Head over to our Gear, Guides & Tackle Territory where you can book a hunting/fishing adventure at one of the many lodges and excursions from Texas to Alaska, schedule a day with a local fishing or hunting guide, stock up on the latest fishing gear, fish finders, powers poles and more.
Bass Tub
Get up-close views of a big bass striking a lure, as professional angler Chuck Devereaux demonstrates a variety of techniques for casting and retrieval. Visitors to this year’s show will marvel at the giant 5,000-gallon Bass Tub aquarium, which offers views from both sides and stands nine feet tall. A Bass Tub is a unique aquarium, over 40 feet long, which rolls down the highway as a gooseneck trailer and is transformed into a natural habitat for thirty to forty fish of various species. To simulate the conditions normally found in nature, the tank comes fully stocked with rocks, stumps and dozens of live fish. Using
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11TH 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm THURSDAY, JANUARY 12TH 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm FRIDAY, JANUARY 13TH 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm, 8:00 pm SATURDAY, JANUARY 14TH 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm, 8:00 pm SUNDAY, JANUARY 15TH 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm
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Pro angler Chuck Devereaux will conduct fishing demonstrations in the 5,000-gallon Bass Tub.
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live fish during our demonstrations offers you the chance to see the fish and lure presentation in action. This is a great educational experience for the newbie and the veteran. Throughout the ten days of the show, fishing fanatics will find Devereaux perched on top of the massive tank as he demonstrates the proper use of fishing lures and offers other helpful suggestions. Stop by and see how your favorite fish reacts to Devereaux’s techniques and get a first-hand look at how lures operate in the water. The goal of the BASS TUB is to entertain by demonstrating fishing techniques. We want spectators to get excited about fishing! We share fishing information from a seasoned professional for individuals who are experienced anglers as well those amateurs who want to learn. This information teaches you the basics and professional tricks of the trade for effective fishing! Chuck also likes to hang around and answer questions.
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Fish-O-Rama Whether you are young or just young at heart, you won’t want to miss the chance to experience a Boat Show tradition at Fish-O-Rama. Our rainbow trout (native to the rivers and lakes of North America) tank is fully stocked with this hard-fighting and tasty fish. Fish-O-Rama is a great opportunity to introduce kids to the challenge of fishing and once you catch the “big one” anglers can decide to take their catch home with them or just take home the story of the one that got away at the Houston Boat Show. So come by, grab one of the already baited fishing poles, and get ready to hook your own prize rainbow trout. Personnel are on hand to help with your catch. Anglers can keep or release their fish, and staff will even bag it for you to take home. Plan on hanging around the show a little longer? No problem; they can even keep your catch on ice until you are ready to reel it in
Fish-O-Rama
for the day. Don’t miss your chance to hook ‘The Big Catch’ at the 2017 Houston Boat Show.
Activities for Kids
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Exhibitor Directory A Action Realty
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Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock Booth # 881
Booth # 315
Grid: I6
Booth # 361
Grid: J5
Booth # 712
Grid: I4
Booth # 870
Grid: I3
Advantage Marine Insurance Agency Alaska - Island Point Lodge Alaska’s Bearclaw Lodge Alaskan Wilderness Outfitting Company
Grid: H3
Bush Africa Safaris Booth # 728, 729
Grid: K4
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Cajun Elite Distributors, LLC Booth # 948
Grid: L3
Booth # 656
Grid: K4
Grid: G1-H3
Open Area # 10500
Grid: P3-R4
Grid: J5
Capt. Roy’s Captain School
Booth # 747
Grid: L4
Carefree Boat Club
Booth # 838, 847
Grid: L3
Castaway Rods
Booth # 556, 557
Grid: K5
Catch A Trophy Fishing Guide Service on Lake Conroe, Texas
Booth # 826, 827
Grid: K3
Angling Adventures
Antique & Classic Boat Society Lobby – Hall D
Grid: G8-H9
AP Performance
Booth # 370, 647, 705
Aqua Lube Lubricants & Marine Supplies
Grid: I5
Booth # 561
Grid: J5
Booth # 211
Grid: I6
Booth # 615, 616, 669, 670
Grid: I4
Booth # 727
Grid: K4
Booth # 769
Grid: I4
Chandeleur Charters
Charter Lakes Marine Insurance Booth # 738
Chevy – SHOW SPONSOR Open Area # 9005
Booth # 249, 250
Grid: L6
ChickenBoy Lures
Booth # 650, 651
Grid: L4
Choates Boats
Art by L. Mower
Austin Canoe & Kayak Open Area # 7000
Grid: K6-L7
B2B Wireless
Booth # 238, 247
Grid: L6
Booth # 856, 857
Grid: K3
Booth # 663
Grid: J4
BAAD Marine Supply Baffin Bay Rod and Gun Bass Pro/Tracker Marine, LLC
Open Area # 9905, 10900 Grid: O1-P3
Bath Fitter of Houston Booth # 235, 236
Grid: L6
Booth # 828
Grid: K3
Booth # 100, 101, 102, 109
Grid: G6
Baumann Marine Service, Inc. Bay Area Sailing School
Beauty and the Beast w/ Capt. Ray Saucier Booth # 713
Grid: I4
Booth # 905
Grid: H3
Bethy Creek Resort Boats Etc.
Open Area # 11900
Grid: R1-S3
Bowden Marine Sales & Service Open Area # 8000
Grid: L6-M7
Breakwater Marine Electronics Booth # 626, 627, 658, 659
Broken Arrow Lodge & Marina Booth # 316
Grid: K4 Grid: I6
BRP - SEA-DOO® & EVINRUDE® Open Area # 5000
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Grid: H6-I7
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Grid: K5
Booth # 858
Grid: K3
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Grid: O6-P7
Booth # 756
Grid: K4
Booth # 466, 522
Grid: J5
Clearwater Adventures Booth # 673
Grid: I4
Booth # 949
Grid: L3
Coastal Cruizers Custom Carts
Corner Booth # 103, 104, 105, 106 Grid: H6
Coastline Custom Aluminum Booth # 730, 731, 754, 755
Coastline Marine
Open Area # 12500
Grid: K4
Grid: T3-T4
Cruise Planners – Melinda & Scott White Booth # 272
Grid: I6
Booth # 681
Grid: H4
Cutco Cutlery
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Devil Dog Fishing Dynasty
Grid: I6
Booth # 319
Grid: J6
Booth # TBD
Grid: TBD
Booth # 704
Grid: H4
Booth # 758
Grid: K4
Booth # 226, 227, 258, 259
Grid: K6
Open Area # 4500, 4700; Booth # 904, 981 Grid: H3
Grid: I4
Booth # 306
Grid: H5/H6
Booth # 908
Grid: H3
Booth # 630
Grid: K4
Groves Guide Service
Booth # 513, 571, 572
Grid: I5
Gulf Coast Boating Center Inc.
Endeavour Marina
Etched Glass Decal by Star Decal, LLC Booth # 279
Grid: H6
EuroSport Marine
Booth # 212, 213
Open Area # 12000
Gulf Coast Marine
Booth # 332
Grid: K5/K6
Gypsy Guide Service
Open Area # 4900; Booth # 980 Grid: F3
H & H Rods
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Booth # 327, 358
Hackberry Rod & Gun
Excell Boat Lifts
ExploreUSA RV Supercenter Extreme Water Sports
Fabulously Cool
Grid: K6
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Booth # 415
Grid: I5
Booth # 631
Grid: K4
Booth # 240, 241, 242
Grid: L6
Booth # 933
Grid: K3
Booth # 757
Grid: K4
Fatima’s Design Fish On Sports
Fishers Of Men Ministries
Booth # 771
Grid: J4
Booth # 859
Grid: K3
Booth # TBD
Grid: TBD
Booth # 367
Grid: J5
Booth # 312
Grid: I5/I6
Booth # 326
Grid: K6
Booth # 869
Grid: I3
Happy Feet Massaging Insoles
Harborwalk Yacht Club & Marina Healthmate International Hill Norvell Alaskan Fishing Hobo Adventure Trailers
Fishing Tom Guide Service
Hook Spit Fishing Gear
Booth # 831
Grid: K3
Booth # 854, 855
Grid: K3
FishStix
Freedom Boat Club
Booth # 232, 233, 252, 253
Home Show Mattresses Booth # 368, 369
Grid: I5/J5
Hooks Plus
Booth # 629
Grid: K4
Grid: I5
Booth # 804
Grid: H3
IcyBreeze / GoBoat
Booth # 229, 230
Grid: K6
Ideal Outdoor Living
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Grid: K6
Booth # 910, 911, 912, 913, 914, 971, 972, 973, 974, 975 Grid: I3
Booth # 514
Freeport Marina
Grid: I4
Booth # 661, 662
Fishing Tackle Unlimited – SHOW SPONSOR
Open Area # 718; Booth # 918, 919, 921, 964, 966, 967 Grid: J3
Grid: T6-T7
Open Area # 1000, 1005, 2000, 2005, 3001 Grid: A6-A7
Hangar 9 Wake Park
Far Flung Outdoor Center
Grid: I6
Gulf Coast Complete Marine Service
Booth # 301, 302, 303, 304, 381, 382, 383, 384 Grid: G6
Galati Yacht Sales
Dockside Marine
Booth # 614
Golf Cars of Houston
Grid: J5
Dish TV
Dockside Boat Lifts
Grid: H6
Booth # 563, 566
G & S Trolling Motors, Inc.
DMJ Charters
Booth # 204
Getaway Adventures Lodge
Grind Terminal Tackle
Discount Hitch & Truck Accessories
DLFender/Wipeout Eraser
Grid: J5
Grid: I4
Fujimi Luxury Massage Chairs
Booth # 270
Booth # 419
Booth # 613
Grid: L4
Click Heat
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Booth # 528, 529
Down South Lures
Elton Porter Marine Insurance
Open Area # 4905
Booth # 418
Anchor Marine Insurance
Get Handzy
Camping World of Houston Capt. Kirk’s Marine, Inc.
America Outdoor Furniture
Dottie’s
Grid: L3
Eagle Point Fishing Camp
Grid: J4
AMI Insurance Agency
Genesis II Art & Photography
Booth # 938
Cajun Paradise Lodge & Charters
Booth # 624
Allstate Powered by UDSTER
Doctor’s Eye Center - Costa del Mar
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Booth # 748, 836, 837
Grid: L4
Booth # 833, 834, 835, 850, 851, 852 Grid: K3
Innovative Dock Solutions
Booth # 628
Grid: K4
Booth # 322, 363
Grid: J6
Intercoastal Financial Group, LLC
Booth # 672
Grid: I4
Invigorating Salt Therapy
Booth # 569
Grid: I5
Galveston Bay Foundation Galveston Yacht Basin GEICO – SHOW SPONSOR Open Area # 7905
Grid: K1-L3
Gene’s Powersports Country
Open Area # 11000; Booth # 733, 734, 735 Grid: L4
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Booth # 810, 811, 812, 813, 872, 873, 874, 875 Grid: I3 Booth # 560
Grid: J5/K5
Booth # 519
Grid: J5
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JH Custom Performance Rods Booth # 714, 715
Grid: I4
Booth # 567, 568
Grid: J5
Johnston & Mayer Oasis Yachts
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INTERNATIONAL 2017 HOUSTON BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW Jordan’s Outdoor Fun
Booth # 341, 342, 343, 344
Grid: M6
Booth # 648, 649
Grid: L4
JZ Custom Rails, Inc.
K6 Island Sports
K
LiftMasters Gulf Coast Booth # 604, 605
LMC Marine Center
Open Area # 1100, 2100
Grid: A5-B6
Open Area # 5900, 5905
Grid: H1-I3
Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Low Country Satellite & Audio Booth # 366
Grid: J5
Booth # 610, 611
Grid: I4
Booth # 652
Grid: K4
Booth # 950, 951, 952
Grid: L3
Booth # 814
Grid: I3
Open Area # 12507
Booth # 200
Grid: G6
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Open Area # 12505 Booth # 633, 634, 635
Grid: U4 Grid: K4
Ken’s Beef Jerky Keng Co.
Kevin E. Severance Insurance Kevin’s Boat & Motor Repair Kroll’s Marine
Open Area # 8005
Grid: M6-N7
L-Bo Bend Resort Plus Embroidery Booth # 426
Booth # 926, 959
Lakeshore Sports
Open Area # 4100
Larry Cohen
Grid: K5 Grid: K3
Grid: F5-G6
Booth # 657
Grid: K4
Booth # 664
Grid: J4
LaRue’s Guide Service LeafFilter Gutter Protection Booth # 260
Grid: J6/K6
Let’s Go Sailing School & Kayaking Booth # 207
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Lowrance - Navico Lynn Sailboats
Grid: H6
Grid: U4
M & E Sales - Five Star Scooters Booth # 780, 781
Grid: H4
M & E Sales – VibaBody Machine Booth # 263
Grid: J6
McCombs Properties
Booth # 218, 219, 266, 267
Grid: J6
Booth # 654, 655
Grid: K4
Booth # 622
Grid: J4
McGovern Wildlife Collection Meador’s Guide Service Mercury Marine
Open Area # 10000
Maq Innovations
Grid: H3
Booth # TBD
Grid: TBD
Booth # 716
Grid: I4
Marcaccio Guide Service MarineMax
Open Area # 3100; Booth # 300, 385 Grid: D5/G5 Open Area # 6327; Booth # 708, 777 Grid: K5/H4
Mattress Firm – SHOW SPONSOR Open Area # 9000
Maui Jim Sunglasses Booth # 750
McClain Trailers
Open Area # 8300
Grid: N6-O7 Grid: L4
Grid: M5-N5
Grid: P6-Q7
Outdoor Republic Booth # 222
Grid: J6
Booth # 216, 217, 268, 269
Grid: I6
Outdoor Wonders
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Passionately Rivalicious Booth # 273, 274, 275
Mike Hood’s Marine Propeller Service
Pet Tags Plus
Millennium Marine, Inc.
PlashLights
Booth # 637, 638
Grid: L4
Booth # 618, 619, 666, 667
Grid: J4
Booth # 977
Grid: H3
Booth # TBD
Grid: TBD
Miracle Grill Mat MosquitoNix
Mt. Houston Marine
Open Area # 9500, 9505
M & E Sales - Vrienden Umbrellas Booth # 808, 877
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Laguna Custom Rods
Grid: H4
Grid: N3-O4
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Booth # 427, 428
Grid: K5
Booth # 346
Grid: L5
Booth # 413, 414
Grid: I5
Booth # 347
Grid: L5
Booth # TBD
Grid: TBD
Port Arthur Convention & Visitors Bureau Porta-Bote International Premier Boat Dock & Patio Premier Sales Network
National Weather Service, Houston/ Galveston, TX
Grid: I6
Booth # 805, 806, 807, 878, 879, 880 Grid: H3
Booth # 623
Grid: J4
Premier Yamaha Boating Centers
Booth # 961
Grid: J3
Primordial Persuasions
Neptune Shallow Water Anchors Northshore Marine Supply Open Area # 1501
Npursuit Guide Service
Grid: A3-B4
Booth # 774
Grid: I4
Booth # 677
Grid: H4
Nutty Buddies Too
Booth # 978, 979
Booth # 231
Grid: K6
Booth # 424, 425
Grid: J5
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Red Wing Boat Company, Inc. Open Area # 9100, 9105 Booth # 612
Grid: H3
Grid: T1-U3
PURIFY
Redtail Republic
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Oil Paintings & Frames
Open Area # 12900
Reynolds Marine, Inc. Open Area # 8500
Grid: N5-O6 Grid: I4 Grid: L4-N4
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Open Area # 11500, 6005
Grid: R3/I6
RJ Hunting & Fishing Services Venice, LA Booth # 922
Grid: J3
Booth # 256
Grid: K6
Rocky Mountain Nut Roasters Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 Grid: A3-B4
Russelure
Booth # 923, 924
Grid: J3
Booth # 675
Open Area # 12005
Surfside Marina
Grid: I5
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Booth # TBD
Grid: I4
Texas Boat Sales
Booth # 751
Grid: L4
Shoreline Fuel Products Booth # 208, 209
SMG Wake Houston Open Area # 1900
Grid: H6 Grid: A1-B3
Softub
Booth # 244, 245
Grid: M6
Spice Exchange & Simply Fudge Booth # 752
Grid: K4
Sport Marine
Open Area # 8100
Springfree Trampoline Booth # 335
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Booth # 558
Terry Vaughn RVs
Booth # 772, 773
Sea Tow Galveston Bay
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
Open Area # 3005
Grid: E6-F7
Underwater Green Fishing Lights
The Boat Lift Company Booth # 429, 456
Grid: K5
Booth # 285
Grid: G6
Booth # 674
Grid: I4
The Boat Shop
The Nautic Group
Texas Boat Exchange
Grid: H4
Grid: L3-N3
Telltales Magazine
Open Area # 11005
Grid: K5 Grid: L1-M3 Grid: TBD
Booth # 338, 339
Grid: L6
Open Area # 12100, 12101, 12501 Grid: T5-T6
Texas Fish & Game Magazine Booth # 816
Texas Law Shield Booth # 671
Grid: I3 Grid: I4
Texas Marine
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 Grid: P5-R6
Texas Outdoors Journal Booth # 621
Texas Sport Boats
Open Area # 2900
Grid: J4 Grid: B1-D3
Texas Sportfishing Yacht Sales
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Open Area # 8700
Texas Yamaha Motorsports
The Fish Dude’s Guide Service
Grid: I4
Booth # 606
Texas Tigé Marine
Team Mancuso Power Sports
Booth # 770
School of Seamanship
Grid: T6-U7
Booth # 471, 472
Texas Beer Bus
Sarge Customs
Grid: I4
Sun Coast Marine Works, LLC
Open Area # 8900, 8905
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Safe Floor
Stow-A-Way Marina & RV Park
Open Area # 4005
Grid: G7-H7
Booth # 710, 711, 775
Grid: I4
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Venice on the Lake RV Resort Booth # 947
Grid: L3
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Open Area # 3900, 9900
Grid: D1/N1
Walden Marina/Einsteins Ship Store
Booth # 329
Grid: K5/K6
Waterloo Pro Shop
The Palms Marina & E-Z Boat Storage The Preserve of Texas
Booth # 359, 360
Booth # 915, 916, 969
Grid: K5 Grid: I3
Booth # 962, 963
Grid: J3
WelcomeToHillCountry.com
Booth # 559
Grid: K5
West Yacht Sales
Booth # 282, 283, 284
Grid: H6
Wild Alaska Sportfishing & Cruises
Booth # 201, 202
Grid: G6
Wild West Motoplex
Booth # 726, 759
Grid: K4
WindAways Texas
The Rust Game Place & Meat Market The Yacht Sales Company
Titanium Exclusive Cookware, Inc. TKO Lures
Topper’s Camping Center Open Area # 7900
Traeger Wood Fired Grills
Grid: K1-K3
Booth # 261
Grid: J6
Booth # 830
Grid: K3
Booth # 309
Grid: I5
True North Chandeleur Island Charters Tuff Spas of Texas
Open Area # 4313; Booth # 607, 608 Grid: H4
HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW
Booth # 203
Grid: H6
Booth # 422, 463
Grid: J5
Booth # 815
Grid: I3
Booth # 5000
Grid: H6-I7
Booth # 210
Grid: I6
Booth # 416, 417
Grid: I5
Wyndham Vacation Resorts
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You Name It! Personalized Rings and Other Keepsakes Booth # 461
Grid: J5
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Buyer’s Guide ATVS & MOTORCYCLES
Fishing Tackle Unlimited – SHOW SPONSOR
ODES Boats Etc.
JACKSON KAYAKS Fishing Tackle Unlimited – SHOW SPONSOR
Open Area # 11900 ..................................GRID: R1-S3
POLARIS Team Mancuso Power Sports
Open Area # 11005 ..................................GRID: S6-S7
YAMAHA Texas Yamaha Motorsports
Open Area # 3005 .................................... GRID: E6-F7
BOAT LIFTS, SLINGS & DOCKS
Open Area # 718 .......................................GRID: J3/J4
ALWELD Kroll’s Marine
Open Area # 718 .......................................GRID: J3/J4
AVALON PONTOONS Texas Marine
KAKU STAND UP PADDLEBOARDS Fishing Tackle Unlimited – SHOW SPONSOR
Open Area # 718 .......................................GRID: J3/J4
LIVE WATERSPORTS STAND UP PADDLEBOARDS Fishing Tackle Unlimited – SHOW SPONSOR
Booth # 226, 227, 258, 259 ........................... GRID: K6
Excell Boat Lifts
Booth # 332 ............................................. GRID: K5/K6
Gene’s Powersports Country
Booth # 733, 734, 735 .............................GRID: K4, L4
Innovative Dock Solutions
Booth # 810, 811, 812, 813, 872, 873,874, 875 ................................................................... GRID: I3
Lift Masters Gulf Coast
Booth # 604, 605 ...........................................GRID: H4
Premier Boat Dock & Patio
Booth # TBD ............................................... GRID: TBD
The Boat Lift Company
Booth # 429, 456 ........................................... GRID: K5
Open Area # 10000 ................................. GRID: P6-Q7
Open Area # 7000 ....................................GRID: K6-L7
BAYLINER LMC Marine Center
NATIVE WATERCRAFT KAYAKS Austin Canoe & Kayak
Fishing Tackle Unlimited – SHOW SPONSOR
Booth # TBD ............................................... GRID: TBD
K6 Island Sports
Booth # 652 ................................................... GRID: K4
The Yacht Sales Company
Texas Sport Boats
Open Area # 7000 ....................................GRID: K6-L7
BLACKJACK Red Wing Boat Co. Inc.
Open Area # 7000 ....................................GRID: K6-L7
BLUEWAVE Mt. Houston Marine
Open Area # 718 .......................................GRID: J3/J4
Ron Hoover RV & Marine
OLD TOWN KAYAKS Austin Canoe & Kayak
PERCEPTION KAYAKS Austin Canoe & Kayak
CAPE HORN Ron Hoover RV & Marine
BOATS - POWER
Open Area # 718 .......................................GRID: J3/J4
ALBEMARLE YACHTS Texas Sportfishing Yacht Sales
Open Area # 7000 ....................................GRID: K6-L7
ALUMACRAFT Boats Etc.
Open Area # 4313 .....................................GRID: G5-I5
HOBIE KAYAKS Austin Canoe & Kayak
Open Area # 11900 ..................................GRID: R1-S3
Kroll’s Marine
Open Area # 7000 ....................................GRID: K6-L7 JAN
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Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
Open Area # 7000 ....................................GRID: K6-L7
WILDERNESS SYSTEMS KAYAKS Austin Canoe & Kayak
Booth # 301, 302, 303, 304, 381, 382, 383, 384 ............................................................ GRID: G6, G5
FEEL FREE KAYAKS Austin Canoe & Kayak
Open Area # 9500, 9505 .............GRID: N3-O4, O3-P4
BRYANT Dockside Marine
Open Area # 718 .......................................GRID: J3/J4
Fishing Tackle Unlimited – SHOW SPONSOR
Open Area # 9100, 9105 .............GRID: N5-O6, O5-P6
Open Area # 7000 ....................................GRID: K6-L7
ZAR FORMENTI INFLATABLE RIB Eurosport Marine
Open Area # 7000 ....................................GRID: K6-L7
Open Area # 2900 ................................... GRID: B1-D3
BOSTON WHALER MarineMax
Booth # 359, 360 ............................... GRID: K5, J5/K5
DIABLO PADDLESPORTS Austin Canoe & Kayak
Open Area # 1900 ................................... GRID: A1-B3
Booth # 347 ................................................... GRID: L5
VIKING KAYAKS Austin Canoe & Kayak
Fishing Tackle Unlimited – SHOW SPONSOR
BOATS - OTHER
Open Area # 1100, 2100 ............. GRID: A5-B6, B5-D6
Open Area # 7000 ....................................GRID: K6-L7
OCEAN KAYAKS Austin Canoe & Kayak
Booth # 282, 283, 284 ............................ GRID: H6, G6
Walden Marina/Einsteins Ship Store
Open Area # 8000 ................................... GRID: L6-M7
BENNINGTON PONTOONS SMG Wake Houston
PORTA-BOTE FOLDING BOAT Porta-Bote International
Hangar 9 Wake Park
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
Open Area # 718 .......................................GRID: J3/J4
Bay Area Sailing School Booth # 327, 358 .................................... GRID: K6, K5
Open Area # 1900 ................................... GRID: A1-B3
BASS CAT Bowden Marine Sales & Service
BOAT RENTALS Extreme Water Sports
AXIS SMG Wake Houston
Open Area # 718 .......................................GRID: J3/J4
Fishing Tackle Unlimited – SHOW SPONSOR
Booth # 100, 101, 102, 109 ...........................GRID: G6
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
AZIMUT MarineMax
MERCURY INFLATABLES Mercury Marine
Dockside Boat Lifts
Open Area # 8005 ...................................GRID: M6-N7
Open Area # 8005 ...................................GRID: M6-N7
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
Open Area # 4500, 4700 ............. GRID: F4-G4, F3-G3
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
CAROLINA SKIFF Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
CARVER YACHTS The Nautic Group
Open Area # 3900, 9900 ............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
CHAPARRAL Texas Marine
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
CHRIS CRAFT SMG Wake Houston
Open Area # 1900 ................................... GRID: A1-B3
HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW
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Buyer’s Guide Texas Sport Boats Open Area # 2900 ................................... GRID: B1-D3
GO-DEVIL Northshore Marine Supply
Open Area # 8700 ....................................GRID: L3-N3
GRADY-WHITE MarineMax
Open Area # 4100 ....................................GRID: F5-G6
GRAN TURISMO The Nautic Group
Open Area # 12000 .................................. GRID: T6-T7
GULF COAST Gulf Coast Marine
COACH PONTOONS Texas Tigé Marine
Open Area # 1501 ................................... GRID: A3-B4
COBALT Lakeshore Sports
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
COBIA Gulf Coast Complete Marine Service CONTENDER Gulf Coast Marine
Open Area # 3900, 9900 ............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
Open Area # 1000, 1005, 2000, 2005, 3001 ................................................. GRID: A6-A7, D6-E7
Open Area # 1000, 1005, 2000, 2005, 3001 ................................................. GRID: A6-A7, D6-E7
CREST PONTOONS Texas Boat Sales.com
Open Area # 12100, 12101, 12501 .................................................. GRID: T5-T6, T3-U4
CRESTLINER LMC Marine Center
Open Area # 1100, 2100 ............. GRID: A5-B6, B5-D6
CREVALLE BAY BOATS Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
CROWNLINE Texas Boat Sales.com
Open Area # 12100, 12101, 12501 .................................................. GRID: T5-T6, T3-U4
CYPRESS CAY PONTOONS LMC Marine Center
Red Wing Boat Co. Inc.
Open Area # 9100, 9105 .............GRID: N5-O6, O5-P6
HARRIS MarineMax
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
HURRICANE DECK BOATS Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
JH PERFORMANCE Sport Marine
KEY WEST Texas Sport Boats
MAJEK Premier Yamaha Boating Center
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
Open Area # 12900 ..................................GRID: T1-U3
EXCEL Gene’s Powersports Country
Open Area # 11000 ..................................GRID: R6-S7
FAT CAT Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
FLATS CAT Kroll’s Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
MAKO® Bass Pro/Tracker Marine, LLC
Open Area # 10900, 9905 ........... GRID: P1-R3, O1-P3
MALIBU SMG Wake Houston
Open Area # 1900 ................................... GRID: A1-B3
MANITOU PONTOONS The Nautic Group
Open Area # 3900, 9900 ............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
MARQUIS The Nautic Group
Open Area # 3900, 9900 ............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
Open Area # 8005 ...................................GRID: M6-N7
MASTERCRAFT Dockside Marine
Open Area # 3900, 9900 ............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
MAVERICK Gulf Coast Complete Marine Service
Open Area # 3900, 9900 ............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
MB SPORTS Texas Marine
FORMULA The Nautic Group
Open Area # 4500, 4700 ............. GRID: F4-G4, F3-G3
FOUR WINNS The Nautic Group
Open Area # 12000 .................................. GRID: T6-T7
FRONTIER Red Wing Boat Co. Inc.
Open Area # 9100, 9105 .............GRID: N5-O6, O5-P6
G3 Boats Etc.
Open Area # 11900 ..................................GRID: R1-S3
GALEON MarineMax
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
GLASTRON Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
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Open Area # 12005 ..................................GRID: T6-U7
NAUTICSTAR Reynolds Marine Inc.
Open Area # 8500 ....................................GRID: L4-N4
Texas Marine
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
NAUTIQUE Dockside Marine
Open Area # 4500, 4700 ............. GRID: F4-G4, F3-G3
NITRO® Bass Pro/Tracker Marine, LLC
Open Area # 10900, 9905 ........... GRID: P1-R3, O1-P3
PATHFINDER Gulf Coast Complete Marine Service
Open Area # 9500, 9505 .............GRID: N3-O4, O3-P4
Open Area # 1000, 1005, 2000, 2005, 3001 ................................................. GRID: A6-A7, D6-E7
Open Area # 11500, 6005 .............GRID: R3-S4, I6-K7
MOWDY Sun Coast Marine Works, LLC
Open Area # 1000, 1005, 2000, 2005, 3001 ................................................. GRID: A6-A7, D6-E7
KEY LARGO Gulf Coast Marine
Open Area # 2900 ................................... GRID: B1-D3
EVERGLADES Gulf Coast Marine
Open Area # 1100, 2100 ............. GRID: A5-B6, B5-D6
MOOMBA SKI Rinker’s Boat World, Inc.
PARKER Red Wing Boat Co. Inc.
LOWE Capt. Kirk’s Marine
EPIC Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 3900, 9900 ............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
MONTEREY LMC Marine Center
Open Area # 8100 ...................................GRID: M5-N6
Open Area # 1100, 2100 ............. GRID: A5-B6, B5-D6
DARGEL Mt. Houston Marine
MONTE CARLO The Nautic Group
Open Area # 9100, 9105 .............GRID: N5-O6, O5-P6
Open Area # 12000 .................................. GRID: T6-T7
Mt. Houston Marine
Open Area # 9500, 9505 .............GRID: N3-O4, O3-P4
PREMIER PONTOONS Lakeshore Sports
Open Area # 4100 ....................................GRID: F5-G6
RANGER Premier Yamaha Boating Center
Open Area # 12900 ..................................GRID: T1-U3
RANGER SALTWATER SERIES Red Wing Boat Co. Inc.
Open Area # 9100, 9105 .............GRID: N5-O6, O5-P6
REGAL SMG Wake Houston
Open Area # 1900 ................................... GRID: A1-B3
REGENCY® Bass Pro/Tracker Marine, LLC
Open Area # 10900, 9905 ........... GRID: P1-R3, O1-P3
ROBALO The Nautic Group
Open Area # 3900, 9900 ............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
SCARAB JET MarineMax
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
SCB Coastline Marine
Open Area # 12500 .................................. GRID: T3-T4
SCOUT MarineMax
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
SEA ARK Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
Northshore Marine Supply
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
SEA BORN LMC Marine Center
Open Area # 4500, 4700 ............. GRID: F4-G4, F3-G3
SEA HUNT Gulf Coast Marine
MERIDIAN MarineMax
MISTY HARBOR PONTOONS Dockside Marine MITZI SKIFF Gulf Coast Marine
Open Area # 1000, 1005, 2000, 2005, 3001 ................................................. GRID: A6-A7, D6-E7
HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4 Open Area # 1501 ................................... GRID: A3-B4
Open Area # 1100, 2100 ............. GRID: A5-B6, B5-D6
Open Area # 1000, 1005, 2000, 2005, 3001 ................................................. GRID: A6-A7, D6-E7
Rinker’s Boat World, Inc.
Open Area # 11500, 6005 .............GRID: R3-S4, I6-K7 2 0 1 7
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HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW SEA RAY MarineMax Open Area # 3100, 6327..............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
SEAFOX Premier Yamaha Boating Center
Open Area # 12900...................................GRID: T1-U3
SHALLOW SPORT Coastline Marine
Open Area # 12500................................... GRID: T3-T4
SHALLOW STALKER Gulf Coast Marine
Open Area # 1000, 1005, 2000, 2005, 3001 .................................................. GRID: A6-A7, D6-E7
SHOALWATER Texas Marine
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ...................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
SILVER WAVE PONTOONS Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ...................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
SKEETER LMC Marine Center
Open Area # 1100, 2100.............. GRID: A5-B6, B5-D6
SOUTH BAY PONTOONS Rinker’s Boat World, Inc.
Open Area # 11500, 6005..............GRID: R3-S4, I6-K7
SPORTSMAN Boats Etc.
Open Area # 11900...................................GRID: R1-S3
Premier Yamaha Boating Center
Open Area # 12900...................................GRID: T1-U3
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STAMAS YACHTS Ron Hoover RV & Marine Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ...................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
STARCRAFT Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 10500...................................GRID: P3-R4
SUN TRACKER® Bass Pro/Tracker Marine, LLC
Open Area # 10900, 9905............ GRID: P1-R3, O1-P3
SUNCATCHER PONTOONS Boats Etc.
Open Area # 11900...................................GRID: R1-S3
SUPRA SKI Rinker’s Boat World, Inc. Open Area # 11500, 6005..............GRID: R3-S4, I6-K7
SUPREME TOWBOAT MarineMax
Open Area # 3100, 6327..............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
SWEETWATER PONTOONS Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ...................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
SWIFT TRAWLER The Nautic Group
Open Area # 3900, 9900.............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
SYLVAN PONTOONS Capt. Kirk’s Marine Open Area # 10500...................................GRID: P3-R4
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TAHOE® Bass Pro/Tracker Marine, LLC Open Area # 10900, 9905............ GRID: P1-R3, O1-P3
TIBURON Gulf Coast Marine
Open Area # 1000, 1005, 2000, 2005, 3001 .................................................. GRID: A6-A7, D6-E7
TIDEWATER Texas Boat Sales.com
Open Area # 12100, 12101, 12501 ................................................... GRID: T5-T6, T3-U4
Texas Sportfishing Yacht Sales
Open Area # 4313......................................GRID: G5-I5
TIGÉ Texas Tigé Marine
Open Area # 8700.....................................GRID: L3-N3
TRACKER® Bass Pro/Tracker Marine, LLC Open Area # 10900, 9905............ GRID: P1-R3, O1-P3
TRITON LMC Marine Center
Open Area # 1100, 2100.............. GRID: A5-B6, B5-D6
VENTURE Texas Sportfishing Yacht Sales
Open Area # 4313......................................GRID: G5-I5
VERANDA PONTOONS The Nautic Group
Open Area # 3900, 9900.............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
WELLCRAFT The Nautic Group Open Area # 3900, 9900.............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
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Sarge Customs Booth # 772, 773 ............................................ GRID: I4
Open Area # 1000, 1005, 2000, 2005, 3001 ................................................. GRID: A6-A7, D6-E7
XPRESS Premier Yamaha Boating Center
Open Area # 12900 ..................................GRID: T1-U3
YAMAHA JET Texas Marine
CLUBS & ASSOCIATIONS Antique & Classic Boat Society Lobby – Hall D .......................................... GRID: G8-H9
Bay Area Sailing Association
Booth # 100, 101, 102, 109 ...........................GRID: G6
Carefree Boat Club
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
YELLOWFIN YACHTS Texas Sportfishing Yacht Sales
Booth # 211 .................................................... GRID: I6
Fishers of Men Ministries Tournament Trail
Booth # 757 ................................................... GRID: K4
Freedom Boat Club
Open Area # 4313 .....................................GRID: G5-I5
BOATS - SAIL
Booth # 514 .................................................... GRID: I5
Galveston Yacht Basin
Booth # 569 .................................................... GRID: I5
Harborwalk
CATALINA Lynn Sailboats
Booth # 312 ................................................ GRID: I5/I6
Open Area # 12507 ....................................... GRID: U4
COM-PAC Lynn Sailboats
Texas Law Shield
Booth # 671 .................................................... GRID: I4
The Yacht Sales Company
Open Area # 12507 ....................................... GRID: U4
BROKERAGE BOATS & RVs Galati Yacht Sales Booth # 322, 363 ......................................GRID: J6, J5
Gulf Coast Boating Center, Inc.
Booth # 212, 213 ............................................ GRID: I6
Johnston & Mayer Oasis Yachts
Booth # 567, 568 ................................. GRID: J5, I5/J5
MarineMax
Booth # 300, 385 .................................... GRID: G6, G5
Texas Sportfishing Yacht Sales
Booth # 607, 608 ...........................................GRID: H4
The Yacht Sales Company
Booth # 282, 283, 284 ............................ GRID: H6, G6
West Yacht Sales
Booth # 422, 463 ............................................GRID: J5
BULKHEADS, PIERS & BOAT HOUSES Dockside Boat Lifts Booth # 226, 227, 258, 259 ........................... GRID: K6
CLOTHING Doctor’s Eye Center – Costa del Mar Booth # 938 ................................................... GRID: L3
Dottie’s
Booth # 528, 529 .................................... GRID: K5, K5
Eurosport Marine
Booth # 301, 302, 303, 304, 381, 382, 383, 384 ............................................................ GRID: G6, G5
Fatima’s Design
Booth # 282, 283, 284 ............................ GRID: H6, G6
ELECTRONICS - MARINE Breakwater Marine Electronics
MarineMax
Booth # 708, 777 ...........................................GRID: H4
Millennium Marine, Inc.
Booth # 618, 619, 666, 667 ............................GRID: J4
Booth # 426 ................................................... GRID: K5 Booth # 750 ................................................... GRID: L4
Passionately Rivalicious
Booth # 633, 634, 635 .............................GRID: K4, L4
MarineMax
Pet Tags Plus
Booth # 427, 428 ........................................... GRID: K5
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Open Area # 1501 ................................... GRID: A3-B4
Red Wing Boat Co. Inc.
Open Area # 9100, 9105 .............GRID: N5-O6, O5-P6
Reynolds Marine Inc.
Open Area # 8500 ....................................GRID: L4-N4
Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4 Open Area # 8100 ...................................GRID: M5-N6
Open Area # 1501 ................................... GRID: A3-B4
HONDA Texas Tigé Marine
Open Area # 8700 ....................................GRID: L3-N3
Booth # 708, 777 ...........................................GRID: H4
Open Area # 8000 ................................... GRID: L6-M7 Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
Gulf Coast Complete Marine Service
Open Area # 12000 .................................. GRID: T6-T7
ENGINES – INBOARD & I/O
LMC Marine Center
CRUSADER Texas Marine
MarineMax
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
INDMAR Rinker’s Boat World, Inc.
Open Area # 11500, 6005 .............GRID: R3-S4, I6-K7
SMG Wake Houston
Open Area # 1900 ................................... GRID: A1-B3
Texas Marine
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
Open Area # 10000 ................................. GRID: P6-Q7
Texas Boat Sales.com
Open Area # 12100, 12101, 12501 .................................................. GRID: T5-T6, T3-U4
Texas Marine
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
PCM SMG Wake Houston
Open Area # 1900 ................................... GRID: A1-B3
Booth # 273, 274, 275 ............................... GRID: I6, I6
Open Area # 4100 ....................................GRID: F5-G6
Northshore Marine Supply
Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
Maui Jim Sunglasses
Open Area # 8005 ...................................GRID: M6-N7
Lakeshore Sports
Kevin’s Boat & Motor Repair
Mercury Marine
Booth # 926, 959 ........................................... GRID: K3
Open Area # 11000 ..................................GRID: R6-S7
Kroll’s Marine
MERCURY Bowden Marine Sales & Service
Booth # 910, 911, 912, 913, 914, 971, 972, 973, 974, 975 ................................................................... GRID: I3
L-Bo Bend Resort Plus Embroidery
Open Area # 12500 .................................. GRID: T3-T4
Gene’s Powersports Country
ENGINE PARTS, ACCESSORIES, & REPAIRS
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
Laguna Custom Rods
Open Area # 5000 .....................................GRID: H6-I7
Coastline Marine
GO-DEVIL Northshore Marine Supply
MarineMax
Booth # 714, 715 ............................................ GRID: I4
EVINRUDE BRP - EVINRUDE® Outboard Engines
Booth # 610, 611 ............................................ GRID: I4
Booth # 661, 662 ............................................GRID: J4
JH Custom Performance Rods
ENGINES - OUTBOARD
Sport Marine
Booth # 240, 241, 242 ............................ GRID: L6, M6
Hook Spit Fishing Gear
Open Area # 3900, 9900 ............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
Booth # 626, 627, & 658, 659........................ GRID: K4
Lowrance-Navico
MERCRUISER Capt. Kirk’s Marine
H & H Fishing Rods
The Nautic Group
VOLVO PENTA Lakeshore Sports
Open Area # 4100 ....................................GRID: F5-G6
HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW
Open Area # 1100, 2100 ............. GRID: A5-B6, B5-D6 Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
Mercury Marine
Open Area # 10000 ................................. GRID: P6-Q7
Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
Texas Boat Sales.com
Open Area # 12100, 12101, 12501 .................................................. GRID: T5-T6, T3-U4
The Nautic Group
Open Area # 3900, 9900 ............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
MUD BUDDY Gene’s Powersports Country
Open Area # 11000 ..................................GRID: R6-S7
RAY ELECTRIC Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
SUZUKI LMC Marine Center
Open Area # 1100, 2100 ............. GRID: A5-B6, B5-D6
Northshore Marine Supply
Open Area # 1501 ................................... GRID: A3-B4
Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ..................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
Sun Coast Marine Works, LLC
Open Area # 12005 ..................................GRID: T6-U7
Texas Boat Sales.com
Open Area # 12100, 12101, 12501 .................................................. GRID: T5-T6, T3-U4 2 0 1 7
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HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW TOHATSU Kevin’s Boat & Motor Repair Open Area # 12505........................................ GRID: U4
Lynn Sailboats
Open Area # 12507........................................ GRID: U4
TORQEEDO ELECTRIC Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 10500...................................GRID: P3-R4
Rinker’s Boat World, Inc. Open Area # 11500, 6005..............GRID: R3-S4, I6-K7
Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Open Area # 1505, 2500, 3500 ...................................................GRID: A3-B4, D3-F4
SMG Wake Houston
Open Area # 1900.................................... GRID: A1-B3
Sport Marine
Open Area # 8100....................................GRID: M5-N6
YAMAHA Boats Etc. Open Area # 11900...................................GRID: R1-S3
Bowden Marine Sales & Service
Open Area # 8000.................................... GRID: L6-M7
Coastline Marine
Texas Boat Sales.com
Open Area # 12100, 12101, 12501 ................................................... GRID: T5-T6, T3-U4
Texas Marine
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ...................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
Open Area # 12500................................... GRID: T3-T4
Texas Sport Boats
Open Area # 11000...................................GRID: R6-S7
Texas Sportfishing Yacht Sales
Open Area # 12000................................... GRID: T6-T7
Texas Tigé Marine
Open Area # 8005....................................GRID: M6-N7
The Nautic Group
Gene’s Powersports Country
Gulf Coast Complete Marine Service Kroll’s Marine
LMC Marine Center
Open Area # 2900.................................... GRID: B1-D3 Open Area # 4313......................................GRID: G5-I5 Open Area # 8700.....................................GRID: L3-N3 Open Area # 3900, 9900.............. GRID: D1-F3, N1-O3
Open Area # 3100, 6327..............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
Mt. Houston Marine
Open Area # 9500, 9505..............GRID: N3-O4, O3-P4
Premier Yamaha Boating Center
Open Area # 12900...................................GRID: T1-U3
Red Wing Boat Co. Inc.
Open Area # 9100, 9105..............GRID: N5-O6, O5-P6
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FISHING & HUNTING GUIDES AND CHARTERS Alaska - Island Point Lodge Booth # 712..................................................... GRID: I4
Alaska’s Bearclaw Lodge
Booth # 870..................................................... GRID: I3
Alaskan Wilderness Outfitting Company
Booth # 624.....................................................GRID: J4
Angling Adventures
Booth # 826, 827..................................... GRID: K3, K3
Baffin Bay Rod and Gun
Booth # 663.....................................................GRID: J4
Beauty & the Beast w/ Capt. Ray Saucier
Booth # 713..................................................... GRID: I4
Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock
Booth # 881....................................................GRID: H3
Bush Africa Safaris
Booth # 728, 729............................................ GRID: K4
Cajun Paradise Lodge & Charters
Booth # 656.................................................... GRID: K4
Catch A Trophy Fishing Guide Service on Lake Conroe, Texas
Booth # 727.................................................... GRID: K4
Open Area # 1100, 2100.............. GRID: A5-B6, B5-D6
MarineMax
2017
FINANCING
Chandeleur Charters
Intercoastal Financial Group
Clearwater Adventures
Booth # 560............................................... GRID: J5/K5
MarineMax
Booth # 300, 385..................................... GRID: G6, G5
Booth # 769..................................................... GRID: I4 Booth # 673..................................................... GRID: I4
Devil Dog Fishing Dynasty
Booth # 270..................................................... GRID: I6
DMJ Charters
Booth # 758.................................................... GRID: K4
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Buyer’s Guide Fishing Tom Guide Service
Cutco Cutlery
Booth # 831 ................................................... GRID: K3
Getaway Adventures Lodge
Booth # 614 .................................................... GRID: I4
Groves Guide Service
Booth # 630 ................................................... GRID: K4
Gypsy Guide Service
Booth # 771 .................................................... GRID: I4
Hackberry Rod & Gun
Booth # 859 ................................................... GRID: K3
Hill Norvell Alaskan Fishing
Booth # 869 .................................................... GRID: I3
LaRue’s Guide Service
Booth # 664 ....................................................GRID: J4
Marcaccio Guide Service
Booth # 716 .................................................... GRID: I4
Meador’s Guide Service
Booth # 622 ....................................................GRID: J4
Npursuit Guide Service
Booth # 774 .................................................... GRID: I4
RJ Hunting & Fishing Services Venice, LA
Booth # 922 ....................................................GRID: J3
The Fish Dude’s Guide Service
Booth # 674 .................................................... GRID: I4
True North Chandeleur Island Charters
Booth # 830 ................................................... GRID: K3
Wild Alaska Sportfishing & Cruises
Booth # 815 .................................................... GRID: I3
Booth # 681 ...................................................GRID: H4
DIRECTV
Booth # 366 ....................................................GRID: J5
Dish TV
Booth # TBD ............................................ GRID: G8-H9
Fujimi Luxury Massage Chairs
Booth # 229, 230 ........................................... GRID: K6
Home Show Mattresses
Booth # 368, 369 .................................. GRID: I5/J5, I5
Ideal Outdoor Living
Booth # 833, 834, 835, 850, 851, 852 .....GRID: K3, L3
Jordan’s Outdoor Fun
Booth # 341, 342, 343, 344 .......................... GRID: M6
Larry Cohen
Booth # 657 ................................................... GRID: K4
LeafFilter Gutter Protection
Booth # 260 .............................................. GRID: J6/K6
M & E Sales - Vrienden Umbrellas
Booth # 808, 877 .................................... GRID: H3, H3
Mattress Firm – SHOW SPONSOR
Open Area # 9000 ................................... GRID: N6-O7
MosquitoNix
Booth # TBD ............................................ GRID: G8-H9
Outdoor Republic
Booth # 222 ....................................................GRID: J6
Premier Boat Dock & Patio
Booth # TBD ............................................ GRID: G8-H9
Springfree Trampoline
Booth # 335 .............................................. GRID: L5/L6
GENERATORS
Titanium Exclusive Cookware
Hobo Adventure Trailers
Booth # 201, 202 .................................... GRID: G6, G6
Booth # 232, 233, 252, 253 ........................... GRID: K6
Traeger Wood Fired Grills
Booth # 261 ....................................................GRID: J6
GIFTS, JEWELRY, & ACCESSORIES Doctor’s Eye Center – Costa del Mar
Booth # 361 ....................................................GRID: J5
Booth # 240, 241, 242 ............................ GRID: L6, M6
Anchor Marine Insurance
Booth # 204 ...................................................GRID: H6
Charter Lakes Marine Insurance
Booth # 750 ................................................... GRID: L4
Elton Porter Marine Insurance
Primordial Persuasions
Booth # 231 ................................................... GRID: K6
You Name It! Personalized Rings & Other Keepsakes
Booth # 461 ....................................................GRID: J5
GOLF CARTS & UTILITY VEHICLES Coastal Cruizers Custom Carts Booth # 103, 104, 105, 106 .................... GRID: H6, H6
Golf Cars of Houston
Booth # 306 ............................................. GRID: H5/H6
Texas Yamaha Motorsports
Open Area # 3005 .................................... GRID: E6-F7
Booth # 418 ....................................................GRID: J5 Booth # 747 ................................................... GRID: L4 Booth # 556, 557 .................................... GRID: K5, K5
Booth # 235, 236 ........................................... GRID: L6
Chevy – SHOW SPONSOR
Open Area # 9005 ................................... GRID: O6-P7
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Booth # 513, 571, 572 ............................... GRID: I5, I5
Freeport Marina
Booth # 804 ...................................................GRID: H3
Galveston Yacht Basin
Booth # 569 .................................................... GRID: I5
Harborwalk
Booth # 312 ................................................ GRID: I5/I6
Stow-A-Way Marina & RV Park
Booth # 675 .................................................... GRID: I4
Surfside Marina
Booth # 471, 427 ......................................GRID: I5, K5
The Palms Marina & E-Z Boat Storage
Booth # 329 ............................................. GRID: K5/K6
Walden Marina
Booth # 359, 360 ............................... GRID: K5, J5/K5
MARINE HARDWARE & ACCESSORIES (OTHER THAN ENGINE) Aqua Lube Lubricants & Marine Supplies Booth # 249, 250 ........................................... GRID: L6 Booth # 730, 731, 754, 755 ........................... GRID: K4 Booth # 319 ....................................................GRID: J6
Dockside Boat Lifts
Booth # 226, 227, 258, 259 ........................... GRID: K6
Dockside Marine
Booth # 904, 981 ...........................................GRID: H3
Fishing Tackle Unlimited – SHOW SPONSOR
Booth # 918, 919, 921, 964, 966, 967 ........................... ...............................................................GRID: J3/J4
Hobo Adventure Trailers
Open Area # 7905 ....................................GRID: K1-L3
Innovative Dock Solutions
GEICO – SHOW SPONSOR
Kevin E. Severance Insurance
Booth # 200 ...................................................GRID: G6
MarineMax
Booth # 300, 385 .................................... GRID: G6, G5
Booth # 836, 837 ........................................... GRID: L3 Booth # 232, 233, 252, 253 ........................... GRID: K6 Booth # 810, 811, 812, 813, 872, 873,874, 875 ................................................................... GRID: I3
JZ Custom Rails, Inc.
Booth # 648, 649 ........................................... GRID: L4
LODGES & RESORTS
Keng Co. – Mud Pick Shallow Water Anchors
Alaska - Island Point Lodge
MarineMax
Booth # 712 .................................................... GRID: I4
Alaska’s Bearclaw Lodge
Booth # 870 .................................................... GRID: I3
Bethy Creek Resort
Booth # 905 ...................................................GRID: H3
Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock
Booth # 238, 247 ........................................... GRID: L6
Booth # 613 .................................................... GRID: I4
Endeavour Marina
Booth # 563, 566 ......................................GRID: J5, J5
America Outdoor Furniture
Bath Fitter of Houston
Booth # 316 .................................................... GRID: I6
Eagle Point Fishing Camp
GoBoat
Broken Arrow Lodge & Marina
Booth # 838, 847 ........................................... GRID: L3
Broken Arrow Lodge & Marina
Booth # 738 ................................................... GRID: L4
HOME FIXTURES & SERVICES B2B Wireless – DIRECTV Service
MARINAS
Discount Hitch & Truck Accessories
AMI Insurance Agency
Maui Jim Sunglasses
Booth # 815 .................................................... GRID: I3
Advantage Marine Insurance Agency
Booth # 528, 529 ........................................... GRID: K5
Get Handzy
Booth # 426 ................................................... GRID: K5
Wild Alaska Sportfishing & Cruises
Coastline Custom Aluminum
Allstate powered by UDSTER
Fatima’s Design
Booth # 869 .................................................... GRID: I3
L-Bo Bend Resort Plus Embroidery
INSURANCE
Booth # 938 ................................................... GRID: L3
Dottie’s
Hill Norvell Alaskan Fishing
Booth # 316 .................................................... GRID: I6 Booth # 881 ...................................................GRID: H3
Cajun Paradise Lodge & Charters
Booth # 656 ................................................... GRID: K4
Far Flung Outdoor Center
Booth # 631 ................................................... GRID: K4
Getaway Adventures Lodge
Booth # 614 .................................................... GRID: I4
HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW
Booth # 814 .................................................... GRID: I3 Booth # 708, 777 ...........................................GRID: H4
Millennium Marine, Inc.
Booth # 618, 619, 666, 667 ............................GRID: J4
Neptune Shallow Water Anchors
Booth # 961 ....................................................GRID: J3
Safe Floor
Booth # 770 .................................................... GRID: I4
Shoreline Fuel Products
Booth # 208, 209 ...........................................GRID: H6
Texas Boat Exchange
Booth # 338, 339 ........................................... GRID: L6
The Boat Shop
Booth # 285 ...................................................GRID: G6
Underwater Green Fishing Lights/Clearwater LED Booth # 710, 711, 775 .................................... GRID: I4
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HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW WindAways Texas Booth # 210..................................................... GRID: I6
MARINE SERVICES Choates Boats Booth # 466, 522.............................................GRID: J5
Eagle Point Fishing Camp
DLFender/Wipeout Eraser Booth # 704....................................................GRID: H4
Etched Glass Decals by Star Decal, LLC
Booth # 279....................................................GRID: H6
Fabulously Cool
KAWASAKI Team Mancuso Power Sports
IcyBreeze
Booth # 633, 634, 635..............................GRID: K4, L4
Invigorating Salt Therapy
Booth # 326.................................................... GRID: K6 Booth # 748.................................................... GRID: L4 Booth # 519.....................................................GRID: J5
Booth # 751.................................................... GRID: L4
M & E Sales - Five Star Scooters
Booth # 471..................................................... GRID: I5
M & E Sales – VibaBody Machine
Surfside Marina
Texas Boat Exchange
Booth # 780, 781..................................... GRID: H4, H4
Booth # 263.....................................................GRID: J6
Booth # 338, 339............................................ GRID: L6
Maq Innovations
Booth # 329.............................................. GRID: K5/K6
Miracle Grill Mat
The Palms Marina & E-Z Boat Storage The Yacht Sales Company
Booth # 282, 283, 284............................. GRID: H6, G6
MISCELLANEOUS PRODUCTS & SERVICES AP Performance Booth # 370 & 647 & 705................. GRID: I 5, L4, H4
Click Heat
Booth # 949.................................................... GRID: L3
Cutco Cutlery
Booth # 681....................................................GRID: H4
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Booth # 201, 202............................................GRID: G6
Booth # 367.....................................................GRID: J5
Booth # 513, 571, 572..................................... GRID: I5
Sea Tow Galveston Bay
Booth # 335............................................... GRID: L5/L6
Titanium Exclusive Cookware
PERSONAL WATERCRAFT
Healthmate International
Kevin’s Boat & Motor Repair
Springfree Trampoline
Booth # 415..................................................... GRID: I5
Happy Feet Massaging Insoles
Booth # 613..................................................... GRID: I4
Endeavour Marina
2017
Booth # TBD............................................. GRID: G8-H9
Booth # 977....................................................GRID: H3
Outdoor Republic
Booth # 222.....................................................GRID: J6
Outdoor Wonders
Booth # 216, 217, 268, 269............................. GRID: I6
Pet Tags Plus
Booth # 427, 428............................................ GRID: K5
Plashlights
Booth # 346.................................................... GRID: L5
PURIFY
Booth # 424, 425................................. GRID: J5, J5/K5
Open Area # 11005...................................GRID: S6-S7
SEA-DOO® BRP - SEA-DOO® Watercraft
Open Area # 5000......................................GRID: H6-I7
Gene’s Powersports Country
Open Area # 11000...................................GRID: R6-S7
Team Mancuso Power Sports
Open Area # 11005...................................GRID: S6-S7
Wild West Motoplex
Booth # 5000..............................................GRID: H6-I7
YAMAHA WAVERUNNER Gene’s Powersports Country Open Area # 11000...................................GRID: R6-S7
Team Mancuso Power Sports
Open Area # 11005...................................GRID: S6-S7
Texas Yamaha Motorsports
Open Area # 3005..................................... GRID: E6-F7
PROPELLERS/PROPELLER SERVICE Baumann’s Marine Service Booth # 828.................................................... GRID: K3
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Buyer’s Guide Mike Hood’s Marine Propeller Service Booth # 637, 638 ........................................... GRID: L4
HEARTLAND BIG COUNTRY ExploreUSA RV Supercenter Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
PUBLICATIONS
HEARTLAND BIGHORN Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Telltales Magazine Booth # 558 ................................................... GRID: K5
Texas Fish & Game Magazine
Booth # 816 .................................................... GRID: I3
Texas Outdoors Journal
Booth # 621 ....................................................GRID: J4
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES A Action Realty Booth # 315 .................................................... GRID: I6
Harborwalk
Booth # 312 ................................................ GRID: I5/I6
McCombs Properties
Booth # 218, 219, 266, 267 ............................GRID: J6
The Preserve of Texas
Booth # 962, 963 ............................................GRID: J3
WelcomeToHillCountry.com
Booth # 203 ...................................................GRID: H6
RV ACCESSORIES & SERVICES Aqua Lube Lubricants & Marine Supplies Booth # 249, 250 ........................................... GRID: L6
Bethy Creek Resort
Booth # 905 ...................................................GRID: H3
Chevy – SHOW SPONSOR
Open Area # 9005 ................................... GRID: O6-P7
Discount Hitch & Truck Accessories
Booth # 319 ....................................................GRID: J6
Eagle Point Fishing Camp
Booth # 613 .................................................... GRID: I4
Stow-A-Way Marina & RV Park
Booth # 675 .................................................... GRID: I4
Venice on the Lake RV Resort
Booth # 947 ................................................... GRID: L3
RVS - FIFTH WHEELS COACHMEN CHAPARRAL Lone Star RV Sales, Inc. Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
CROSSROADS CRUISER Topper’s Camping Center
Open Area # 7900 ................................... GRID: K1-K3
DUTCHMEN DENALI ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
FOREST RIVER CARDINAL Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
HEARTLAND ELKRIDGE Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
HEARTLAND GATEWAY ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
HEARTLAND LANDMARK ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
HEARTLAND OAKMONT Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
HIGHLAND RIDGE OPEN RANGE Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
JAYCO DESIGNER Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
JAYCO EAGLE Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
JAYCO NORTHPOINT Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
JAYCO PINNACLE Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
KEYSTONE LAREDO Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
K-Z DURANGO Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
Open Area # 4905 ................................... GRID: G1-H3
FOREST RIVER WILDCAT Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 4905 ................................... GRID: G1-H3
FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD Topper’s Camping Center
Open Area # 7900 ................................... GRID: K1-K3
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Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
JAYCO OCTANE Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
JAYCO SEISMIC Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
K-Z INFERNO Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
K-Z MXT Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
K-Z STONERIDGE Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
K-Z VENOM Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
OMEGA WEEKEND WARRIOR Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
RVS - TRAVEL TRAILERS
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
CROSSROADS LONGHORN ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Open Area # 4905 ................................... GRID: G1-H3
CROSSROADS LONGHORN REZERVE ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
CROSSROADS Z1 ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
SEA HAWK CANYON TRAIL Terry Vaughn RVs STARCRAFT SOLSTICE Camping World of Houston
VANLEIGH VILANO ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
RVS - POP UPS
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
FOREST RIVER SIERRA Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
HIGHLAND RIDGE HIGHLANDER Terry Vaughn RVs
COLEMAN Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 7900 ................................... GRID: K1-K3
Open Area # 7900 ................................... GRID: K1-K3
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
HEARTLAND TORQUE Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
RVS - TOY HAULERS
FOREST RIVER SANIBEL Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
HEARTLAND CYCLONE Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
COACHMEN FREEDOM EXPRESS Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 4905 ................................... GRID: G1-H3
FOREST RIVER SANDPIPER Topper’s Camping Center
Open Area # 7900 ................................... GRID: K1-K3
FOREST RIVER WORK & PLAY Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
K-Z SPORTSMEN Terry Vaughn RVs
FOREST RIVER ROCKWOOD Topper’s Camping Center
FOREST RIVER CRUSADER Terry Vaughn RVs
FOREST RIVER VENGEANCE Topper’s Camping Center
CROSSROADS REDWOOD ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
Open Area # 4905 ................................... GRID: G1-H3
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
CROSSROADS ZINGER ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
CRUISER RADIANCE Topper’s Camping Center
Open Area # 7900 ................................... GRID: K1-K3
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
DUTCHMEN AEROLITE ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
DUTCHMEN DENALI ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
DUTCHMEN KODIAK ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
CROSSROADS REZERVE ExploreUSA RV Supercenter CROSSROADS Z1 ExploreUSA RV Supercenter CRUISER STRYKER Topper’s Camping Center
Open Area # 7900 ................................... GRID: K1-K3
DUTCHMEN VOLTAGE Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905 ................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
Open Area # 4900 ....................................GRID: F1-G3
Topper’s Camping Center
Open Area # 7900 ................................... GRID: K1-K3
FOREST RIVER AVENGER Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905 ............ GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3 2 0 1 7
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HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT, SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW FOREST RIVER FLAGSTAFF Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
K-Z VENTURE SONIC Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 5900, 5905.................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
FOREST RIVER ROCKWOOD Topper’s Camping Center
Open Area # 7900.................................... GRID: K1-K3
FOREST RIVER TRACER Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905............. GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
FOREST RIVER WILDCAT Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 4905.................................... GRID: G1-H3
FOREST RIVER WILDWOOD Topper’s Camping Center
Open Area # 7900.................................... GRID: K1-K3
HEARTLAND MALLARD Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 4905.................................... GRID: G1-H3
HEARTLAND NORTH COUNTRY Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905.................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
HEARTLAND NORTH PEAK Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 4905.................................... GRID: G1-H3
HEARTLAND NORTH TRAIL Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905.................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
HEARTLAND PIONEER Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 4905.................................... GRID: G1-H3
HEARTLAND PROWLER ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
K-Z VENTURE SPORT TREK Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905............. GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
K-Z VISION Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905............. GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
PALOMINO REAL LITE ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Open Area # 4900.....................................GRID: F1-G3
PALOMINO SOLAIRE ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Open Area # 4900.....................................GRID: F1-G3
STARCRAFT AR-ONE Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 4905.................................... GRID: G1-H3
STARCRAFT AUTUMN RIDGE Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 4905.................................... GRID: G1-H3
STARCRAFT LAUNCH Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 4905.................................... GRID: G1-H3
STARCRAFT SATELLITE Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 4905.................................... GRID: G1-H3
STARCRAFT TRAVEL STAR Camping World of Houston
Open Area # 4905.................................... GRID: G1-H3
SAFETY EDUCATION
Open Area # 4900.....................................GRID: F1-G3
HEARTLAND ROAD WARRIOR ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
Galveston Bay Foundation Booth # 672..................................................... GRID: I4
Open Area # 4900.....................................GRID: F1-G3
HEARTLAND TRAIL RUNNER Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
National Weather Service, Houston/Galveston, TX
Open Area # 5900, 5905.................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
Open Area # 4900.....................................GRID: F1-G3
HIGHLAND RIDGE OPEN RANGE Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905............. GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
Open Area # 5900, 5905.................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
JAYCO FEATHER Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905.................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
Open Area # 5900, 5905.................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
JAYCO HUMMINGBIRD Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905.................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
JAYCO WHITEHAWK Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Open Area # 5900, 5905.................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
SCHOOLS & INSTRUCTION Bay Area Sailing School
K-Z COYOTE Terry Vaughn RVs
Open Area # 8900, 8905............. GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
Open Area # 8900, 8905............. GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
K-Z SPREE Terry Vaughn RVs
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Booth # 419.....................................................GRID: J5
McGovern Wildlife Collection
Booth # 654, 655............................................ GRID: K4
Oil Paintings & Frames
Booth # 978, 979............................................GRID: H3
Primordial Persuasions
Booth # 231.................................................... GRID: K6
STORAGE FACILITIES Eagle Point Fishing Camp Booth # 613..................................................... GRID: I4
Freeport Marina
Booth # 804....................................................GRID: H3
Galveston Yacht Basin
Booth # 569..................................................... GRID: I5
Stow-A-Way Marina & RV Park
Booth # 675..................................................... GRID: I4
Surfside Marina
Booth # 471, 427.......................................GRID: I5, K5
The Palms Marina & E-Z Boat Storage
Booth # 329.............................................. GRID: K5/K6
TACKLE, FISHING & HUNTING ACCESSORIES Booth # 249, 250............................................ GRID: L6 Booth # 856, 857............................................ GRID: K3
Baffin Bay Rod and Gun
Booth # 663.....................................................GRID: J4
Booth # 561.....................................................GRID: J5
Castaway Rods
Booth # 327, 358..................................... GRID: K6, K5
ChickenBoy Lures
Booth # TBD............................................. GRID: G8-H9
Down South Lures
Booth # 207....................................................GRID: H6
Fish On Sports.com
Booth # 606....................................................GRID: H4
Fishing Tackle Unlimited – SHOW SPONSOR
Extreme Water Sports Hangar 9 Wake Park
School of Seamanship
The Yacht Sales Company
Booth # 282, 283, 284............................. GRID: H6, G6
SPAS & POOLS America Outdoor Furniture Premium Sales Network
Booth # 805, 806, 807, 878, 879, 880............GRID: H3 Booth # 244, 245..................................... GRID: M6, L6
Tuff Spas of Texas
Booth # 948.................................................... GRID: L3 Booth # 615, 616, 669, 670............................. GRID: I4 Booth # 756.................................................... GRID: K4 Booth # 858.................................................... GRID: K3 Booth # 933.................................................... GRID: K3 Booth # 918, 919, 921, 964, 966, 967............................ ................................................................GRID: J3/J4
FishStix
Booth # 854, 855............................................ GRID: K3
Grind Terminal Tackle
Booth # 908....................................................GRID: H3
H & H Fishing Rods
Booth # 661, 662.............................................GRID: J4
Hobo Adventure Trailers
Booth # 232, 233, 252, 253............................ GRID: K6
Hook Spit Fishing Gear
Booth # 910, 911, 912, 913, 914, 971, 972, 973, 974, 975.................................................................... GRID: I3
SPECIALTY FOODS
Hooks Plus
Ken’s Beef Jerky
JH Custom Performance Rods
Booth # 950, 951, 952..............................GRID: L3, K3
Nutty Buddies Too
Booth # 677....................................................GRID: H4
Open Area # 8900, 8905............. GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
Booth # 650, 651............................................ GRID: L4
Genesis II Art & Photography
Cajun Elite Distributors, LLC
Booth # 309................................................GRID: H5-I6
K-Z SPORTSMEN Terry Vaughn RVs
Art by L. Mower
Booth # 100, 101, 102, 109............................GRID: G6
Softub
Open Area # 5900, 5905.................. GRID: H1-I3, I1-I3
SPORTING ART
BAAD Marine Supply
Booth # 838, 847............................................ GRID: L3
KEYSTONE LAREDO Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Booth # 559.................................................... GRID: K5
Open Area # 4005.................................... GRID: G7-H7
Let’s Go Sailing School & Kayaking
JAYCO FLIGHT Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Booth # 752.................................................... GRID: K4
The Rust Game Place & Meat Market
Aqua Lube Lubricants & Marine Supplies
Capt. Roy’s Captain School
JAYCO EAGLE Lone Star RV Sales, Inc.
Spice Exchange & Simply Fudge
Booth # 623.....................................................GRID: J4
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
HEARTLAND WILDERNESS ExploreUSA RV Supercenter
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Open Area # 8900, 8905............. GRID: L1-M3, M1-N3
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Rocky Mountain Nut Roasters
Booth # 256.................................................... GRID: K6
Booth # 629.................................................... GRID: K4 Booth # 714, 715............................................. GRID: I4
K6 Island Sports
Booth # 652.................................................... GRID: K4
Laguna Custom Rods
Booth # 926, 959............................................ GRID: K3
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Larry Cohen Booth # 657 ................................................... GRID: K4
Neptune Shallow Water Anchors
Booth # 961 ....................................................GRID: J3
Plashlights
Booth # 346 ................................................... GRID: L5
Redtail Republic
Booth # 612 .................................................... GRID: I4
Russelure
Booth # 923, 924 ............................................GRID: J3
Sarge Customs
Booth # 772, 773 ....................................... GRID: I4, I4
Underwater Green Fishing Lights/Clearwater LED Booth # 710, 711, 775 .................................... GRID: I4
Waterloo Pro Shop
Booth # 915, 916, 969 .................................... GRID: I3
TOURISM Cruise Planners - Melinda & Scott White Booth # 272 .................................................... GRID: I6
Port Arthur Convention & Visitors Bureau
Booth # 413, 414 ............................................ GRID: I5
Texas Beer Bus
Booth # TBD ............................................ GRID: G8-H9
Wyndham Vacation Resorts
Booth # 416, 417 .................................. GRID: I5, I5/J5
TRAILERS
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
Dockside Marine
Open Area # 4500, 4700 ............. GRID: F4-G4, F3-G3
Gene’s Powersports Country
Open Area # 11000 ..................................GRID: R6-S7
Lakeshore Sports
Open Area # 4100 ....................................GRID: F5-G6
MarineMax
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
SMG Wake Houston
Open Area # 1900 ................................... GRID: A1-B3
Texas Marine
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
Texas Tigé Marine
Open Area # 9500, 9505 .............GRID: N3-O4, O3-P4
AMERITRAIL Texas Sportfishing Yacht Sales
Open Area # 12100, 12101, 12501 .................................................. GRID: T5-T6, T3-U4
HOBO ADVENTURE Hobo Adventure Trailers
Booth # 232, 233, 252, 253 ........................... GRID: K6
KARAVAN Capt. Kirk’s Marine
MAGIC TILT Boats Etc.
Open Area # 1900 ................................... GRID: A1-B3
MARINE MASTER Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
Northshore Marine Supply
Open Area # 11900 ..................................GRID: R1-S3 Open Area # 12900 ..................................GRID: T1-U3
BOATMATE Rinker’s Boat World, Inc.
Open Area # 11500, 6005 .............GRID: R3-S4, I6-K7
Texas Marine
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
Texas Tigé Marine
Open Area # 8700 ....................................GRID: L3-N3
COASTLINE Premier Yamaha Boating Center
Open Area # 1501 ................................... GRID: A3-B4
MASTERCRAFT Dockside Marine
TEXAS BRAGG UTILITY McClain Trailers
Open Area # 8300 ...................................GRID: M5-N5
TRAILMASTER Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
TRITON Texas Yamaha Motorsports
Open Area # 3005 .................................... GRID: E6-F7
Open Area # 8000 ................................... GRID: L6-M7
Breakwater Marine Electronics
Booth # 626, 659 ........................................... GRID: K4
Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
G & S Trolling Motors, Inc.
Booth # 628 ................................................... GRID: K4
Gulf Coast Complete Marine Service
Open Area # 12000 .................................. GRID: T6-T7
Millennium Marine, Inc.
Booth # 618, 619, 666, 667 ............................GRID: J4
Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 12500 .................................. GRID: T3-T4
G & S Trolling Motors, Inc.
Open Area # 4100 ....................................GRID: F5-G6
Millennium Marine, Inc.
Coastline Marine
Lakeshore Sports Lynn Sailboats
Open Area # 8000 ................................... GRID: L6-M7 Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4 Booth # 628 ................................................... GRID: K4 Booth # 618, 619, 666, 667 ............................GRID: J4
Open Area # 12507 ....................................... GRID: U4
McClain Trailers
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
COYOTE Texas Marine
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Open Area # 8300 ...................................GRID: M5-N5
Mt. Houston Marine
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
CROSS CARGO McClain Trailers
Open Area # 9500, 9505 .............GRID: N3-O4, O3-P4
Red Wing Boat Co. Inc.
Open Area # 9100, 9105 .............GRID: N5-O6, O5-P6
Reynolds Marine Inc.
Open Area # 8300 ...................................GRID: M5-N5
DIAMOND CITY Gene’s Powersports Country EZ LOADER
Open Area # 8500 ....................................GRID: L4-N4
Rinker’s Boat World, Inc.
Open Area # 11500, 6005 .............GRID: R3-S4, I6-K7
Open Area # 11000 ..................................GRID: R6-S7
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Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
McCLAIN Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 12005 ..................................GRID: T6-U7
J AN
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
Texas Marine
MOTORGUIDE Bowden Marine Sales & Service
MarineMax
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Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
Open Area # 4500, 4700 ............. GRID: F4-G4, F3-G3
Open Area # 12900 ..................................GRID: T1-U3
Sun Coast Marine Works, LLC
Open Area # 9100, 9105 .............GRID: N5-O6, O5-P6
MINN KOTA Bowden Marine Sales & Service
Open Area # 1900 ................................... GRID: A1-B3
Premier Yamaha Boating Center
Open Area # 12900 ..................................GRID: T1-U3
Red Wing Boat Co. Inc.
TROLLING MOTORS
Open Area # 12900 ..................................GRID: T1-U3
BEAR Boats Etc.
Open Area # 4313 .....................................GRID: G5-I5
RANGER Premier Yamaha Boating Center
Open Area # 12507 ....................................... GRID: U4
MALIBU SMG Wake Houston
Open Area # 8000 ................................... GRID: L6-M7
Open Area # 2900 ................................... GRID: B1-D3
Texas Sportfishing Yacht Sales
Open Area # 11900 ..................................GRID: R1-S3
Lynn Sailboats
Premier Yamaha Boating Center
BASS CAT Bowden Marine Sales & Service
Texas Sport Boats
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
HERITAGE Texas Boat Sales.com
Open Area # 4313 .....................................GRID: G5-I5
AXIS SMG Wake Houston
Open Area # 10100, 11100, 12105 ..................................................GRID: P5-R6, T5-U5
SHORELAND’R Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 3100, 6327 .............GRID: D5-F6, K5-M5
Mt. Houston Marine
Texas Marine
Open Area # 8700 ....................................GRID: L3-N3
HAUL RITE Capt. Kirk’s Marine
MarineMax
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
Open Area # 12100, 12101, 12501 .................................................. GRID: T5-T6, T3-U4
ROAD KING Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Open Area # 10500 ..................................GRID: P3-R4
AMERATRAIL Capt. Kirk’s Marine
Texas Boat Sales.com
SMG Wake Houston
Open Area # 1900 ................................... GRID: A1-B3 6 -1 5
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BoothFinder Finder HANDY FOLD-OUT SECTION
Open Areas 1000 to 3900
Hall E
Open Areas 4000-7905
Open Areas 8000-9905
Booths 100-981
Booths 238-347
Halls C&D
Hall B
Open Areas 10000 to 12900
Hall A
The following FOLD OUT SECTION provides a detailed floor plan of the show. Boat and RV dealers exhibiting in OPEN AREAS are shown on the Floor Plan by Name and Area Number. To find a smaller BOOTH Exhibitor, check the Booth Listings on the REVERSE FLAP PANEL (A3) covering the right side of the FLOOR PLAN MAP (next 3 pages) and look for the Booth Number and Grid Location on the Floor Plan. You can also look up Exhibitors in the EXHIBITOR LISTING (pages 10-14) and in the BUYER’S GUIDE (pages 18-24). PHOTO CREDIT
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SMG Wake of Houston
1501
3
1505
Northshore Marine 1500
XPOGO Stunt Team
4
3900
Texas Sport Boats
t AISLE 3000 u
2900 t AISLE 2000 u
t AISLE 1000 u
1900
2500
4900
The Nautic Group
t AISLE 4000 u
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3500
4905
ExploreUSA RV
Camping World
4700
Dockside Marine Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Ron Hoover RV & Marine
Ron Hoover RV & Marine 4500
Dockside Marine Use FLAP A3 to Find Individual Booth Numbers u
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2100
LMC Marine Center
3100
LMC Marine Center
4100
MarineMax
4313
Texas Spo Yacht
Lakeshore Sports
300 301-304 385 384 383 382 & & 302 303 381-384 385
285
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Gulf Coast Marine
2000
2005
Gulf Coast Marine
3001
3005
3000
Texas Yamaha Motorsports
Gulf Coast Marine
Concession Seating
t AISLE 4000 u
1005
t AISLE 3000 u
1000
t AISLE 2000 u
t AISLE 1000 u
7
4000
109 108 107 106 100-109 103-106 101-102 102
Discover Boating
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U.S. Coast Guard
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Public Restrooms
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Antique & Class Boat Society
Show Ticket OfďŹ ce
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Coastline Custom Aluminum
Grind Terminal Tackle
Advantage Marine Insurance Agency
Cruise Planners – Melinda & Scott White
Groves Guide Service
Alaska - Island Point Lodge
Cutco Cutlery
Booth # 361.................................. Grid: J5 Booth # 712...................................Grid: I4
Booth # 730, 731, 754, 755.........Grid: K4
Booth # 272...................................Grid: I6 Booth # 681................................. Grid: H4
Alaska’s Bearclaw Lodge
Devil Dog Fishing Dynasty
Alaskan Wilderness Outfitting Company
Discount Hitch & Truck Accessories
Allstate Powered by UDSTER
Dish TV
Booth # 870...................................Grid: I3
Booth # 624.................................. Grid: J4 Booth # 418.................................. Grid: J5
Booth # 270...................................Grid: I6
Booth # 319.................................. Grid: J6 Booth # TBD.............................. Grid: TBD
Booth # 908................................. Grid: H3 Booth # 630..................................Grid: K4
Gulf Coast Boating Center Inc.
Booth # 212, 213..........................Grid: I6
Gypsy Guide Service
Booth # 771...................................Grid: I4
H & H Rods
Booth # 661, 662......................... Grid: J4
Hackberry Rod & Gun
Booth # 859..................................Grid: K3
Hangar 9 Wake Park
Booth # TBD.............................. Grid: TBD
America Outdoor Furniture
DLFender/Wipeout Eraser
Happy Feet Massaging Insoles
AMI Insurance Agency
DMJ Charters
Harborwalk Yacht Club & Marina
Booth # 838, 847.........................Grid: L3 Booth # 747..................................Grid: L4
Booth # 704................................. Grid: H4 Booth # 758..................................Grid: K4
Booth # 367.................................. Grid: J5 Booth # 312...............................Grid: I5/I6
M|N|O|P|R|S
S |T | U | V | W | Y
M & E Sales - Vrienden Umbrellas
Spice Exchange & Simply Fudge Booth # 752..................................Grid: K4
Booth # 808, 877........................ Grid: H3
M & E Sales – VibaBody Machine Booth # 263.................................. Grid: J6
Springfree Trampoline
Booth # 335.............................Grid: L5/L6
Stow-A-Way Marina & RV Park
Maq Innovations
Booth # 675...................................Grid: I4
Booth # TBD.............................. Grid: TBD
Surfside Marina
Marcaccio Guide Service
Booth # 471, 472..........................Grid: I5
Booth # 716...................................Grid: I4
Telltales Magazine
MarineMax
Booth # 558..................................Grid: K5
Booth # 300, 385, 708, 777..........Grid: I4
Texas Beer Bus
Maui Jim Sunglasses
Booth # TBD.............................. Grid: TBD
Booth # 750..................................Grid: L4
Texas Boat Exchange
McCombs Properties
Booth # 338, 339.........................Grid: L6
Booth # 218, 219, 266, 267......... Grid: J6
Texas Fish & Game Magazine
McGovern Wildlife Collection
Booth # 816...................................Grid: I3
Booth # 654, 655.........................Grid: K4
Texas Law Shield
Meador’s Guide Service
Booth # 671...................................Grid: I4
Anchor Marine Insurance
Dockside Boat Lifts
Healthmate International
Angling Adventures
Doctor’s Eye Center - Costa del Mar
Hill Norvell Alaskan Fishing
Mike Hood’s Marine Propeller Service
Hobo Adventure Trailers
Millennium Marine, Inc.
The Boat Lift Company
Home Show Mattresses
Miracle Grill Mat
The Boat Shop
Hook Spit Fishing Gear
MosquitoNix
The Fish Dude’s Guide Service
Booth # 556, 557.........................Grid: K5 Booth # 826, 827.........................Grid: K3
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A Action Realty
Booth # 315...................................Grid: I6
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Antique & Classic Boat Society
Lobby – Hall D.........................Grid: G8-H9
AP Performance
Booth # 370, 647, 705..................Grid: I5
Aqua Lube Lubricants & Marine Supplies
Booth # 249, 250.........................Grid: L6
Booth # 226, 227, 258, 259.........Grid: K6
Booth # 938..................................Grid: L3
Dottie’s
Booth # 528, 529.........................Grid: K5
Down South Lures
Booth # 858..................................Grid: K3
Eagle Point Fishing Camp
Booth # 613...................................Grid: I4
Booth # 326..................................Grid: K6 Booth # 869...................................Grid: I3 Booth # 232, 233, 252, 253.........Grid: K6 Booth # 368, 369.....................Grid: I5/J5 Booth # 910, 911, 912, 913, 914, 971, 972, 973, 974, 975.........................Grid: I3
Booth # 622.................................. Grid: J4
Texas Outdoors Journal
Booth # 621.................................. Grid: J4
Texas Sportfishing Yacht Sales
Booth # 637, 638.........................Grid: L4
Booth # 607, 608......................... Grid: J4
Booth # 618, 619, 666, 667......... Grid: J4
Booth # 429, 456.........................Grid: K5
Booth # 977................................. Grid: H3
Booth # 285................................. Grid: G6
Booth # TBD.............................. Grid: TBD
Booth # 674...................................Grid: I4
Art by L. Mower
Elton Porter Marine Insurance
Hooks Plus
National Weather Service, Houston/Galveston, TX
The Palms Marina & E-Z Boat Storage
B2B Wireless
Endeavour Marina
IcyBreeze / GoBoat
Neptune Shallow Water Anchors
The Preserve of Texas
Etched Glass Decal by Star Decal, LLC
Ideal Outdoor Living
Npursuit Guide Service
The Rust Game Place & Meat Market
EuroSport Marine
Innovative Dock Solutions
Baumann Marine Service, Inc.
Excell Boat Lifts
Intercoastal Financial Group, LLC
Outdoor Republic
Titanium Exclusive Cookware, Inc.
Bay Area Sailing School
Extreme Water Sports
Invigorating Salt Therapy
Outdoor Wonders
TKO Lures
Beauty and the Beast w/ Capt. Ray Saucier
Fabulously Cool
JH Custom Performance Rods
Passionately Rivalicious
Traeger Wood Fired Grills
Far Flung Outdoor Center
Johnston & Mayer Oasis Yachts
Pet Tags Plus
True North Chandeleur Island Charters
Jordan’s Outdoor Fun
PlashLights
JZ Custom Rails, Inc.
Port Arthur Convention & Visitors Bureau
Underwater Green Fishing Lights
Porta-Bote International
Venice on the Lake RV Resort
Premier Boat Dock & Patio
Walden Marina/Einsteins Ship Store
Booth # 650, 651.........................Grid: L4 Booth # 238, 247.........................Grid: L6
BAAD Marine Supply
Booth # 856, 857.........................Grid: K3
Baffin Bay Rod and Gun
Booth # 663.................................. Grid: J4
Bath Fitter of Houston
Booth # 235, 236.........................Grid: L6 Booth # 828..................................Grid: K3 Booth # 100, 101, 102, 109........ Grid: G6
Booth # 713...................................Grid: I4
Bethy Creek Resort
Booth # 905................................. Grid: H3
Breakwater Marine Electronics
Booth # 626, 627, 658, 659.........Grid: K4
Broken Arrow Lodge & Marina
Booth # 316...................................Grid: I6
Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock
Booth # 881................................. Grid: H3
Bush Africa Safaris
Booth # 728, 729.........................Grid: K4
Cajun Elite Distributors, LLC
Booth # 948..................................Grid: L3
Booth # 563, 566......................... Grid: J5 Booth # 513, 571, 572..................Grid: I5
Booth # 279................................. Grid: H6 Booth # 301, 302, 303, 304, 381, 382, 383, 384....................................... Grid: G6 Booth # 332............................ Grid: K5/K6 Booth # 327, 358.........................Grid: K6 Booth # 415...................................Grid: I5 Booth # 631..................................Grid: K4
Fatima’s Design
Booth # 240, 241, 242.................Grid: L6
Fish On Sports
Booth # 933..................................Grid: K3
Fishers Of Men Ministries
Booth # 757..................................Grid: K4
Fishing Tackle Unlimited
Booth # 918, 919, 921, 964, 966, 967..... ......................................................Grid: K3
Fishing Tom Guide Service
Booth # 831..................................Grid: K3
Cajun Paradise Lodge & Charters
FishStix
Capt. Roy’s Captain School
Freedom Boat Club
Booth # 656..................................Grid: K4 Booth # 561.................................. Grid: J5
Booth # 854, 855.........................Grid: K3 Booth # 514...................................Grid: I5
Booth # 629..................................Grid: K4 Booth # 748, 836, 837.................Grid: L4 Booth # 833, 834, 835, 850, 851, 852..... ......................................................Grid: K3 Booth # 810, 811, 812, 813, 872, 873, 874, 875.........................................Grid: I3 Booth # 560.............................Grid: J5/K5 Booth # 519.................................. Grid: J5 Booth # 714, 715..........................Grid: I4 Booth # 567, 568......................... Grid: J5 Booth # 341, 342, 343, 344........Grid: M6 Booth # 648, 649.........................Grid: L4
K6 Island Sports
Booth # 652..................................Grid: K4
Ken’s Beef Jerky
Booth # 950, 951, 952.................Grid: L3
Keng Co.
Booth # 814...................................Grid: I3
Kevin E. Severance Insurance
Booth # 200................................. Grid: G6
Booth # 623.................................. Grid: J4
Booth # 329............................ Grid: K5/K6
Booth # 961.................................. Grid: J3
Booth # 962, 963......................... Grid: J3
Booth # 774...................................Grid: I4
Nutty Buddies Too
Booth # 559..................................Grid: K5
Booth # 677................................. Grid: H4
The Yacht Sales Company
Oil Paintings & Frames
Booth # 282, 283, 284................ Grid: H6
Booth # 978, 979........................ Grid: H3 Booth # 222.................................. Grid: J6
Booth # 201, 202........................ Grid: G6
Booth # 216, 217, 268, 269..........Grid: I6
Booth # 726, 759.........................Grid: K4
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WelcomeToHillCountry.com
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Wild Alaska Sportfishing & Cruises
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Catch A Trophy Fishing Guide Service on Lake Conroe, Texas
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Galati Yacht Sales
LaRue’s Guide Service
Rocky Mountain Nut Roasters
WindAways Texas
Galveston Bay Foundation
LeafFilter Gutter Protection
Russelure
Wyndham Vacation Resorts
Galveston Yacht Basin
Let’s Go Sailing School & Kayaking
Safe Floor
You Name It! Personalized Rings and Other Keepsakes
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Chandeleur Charters
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Charter Lakes Marine Insurance
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ChickenBoy Lures
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Gene’s Powersports Country
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Choates Boats
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Clearwater Adventures
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Genesis II Art & Photography
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Click Heat
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Coastal Cruizers Custom Carts
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Low Country Satellite & Audio
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Lowrance - Navico
Booth # 610, 611..........................Grid: I4
M & E Sales - Five Star Scooters Booth # 780, 781........................ Grid: H4
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pod and sore high into the air with the help of massive bungee ropes! This 4-pod bungee trampoline is sure to thrill. Fun for all ages, the 4-pod bungee trampoline use a continuous air flow system to inflate pods that function as mini moonwalks which in-turn allows the jumpers to reach heights over 25 feet. INFLATABLE SLIDE: Get ready to rocket down a massive 24-foot inflatable slide. The fun never ends as kids race down the 2 lane inflatable slide.
Build-A-Boat
Designed with safety in mind, the 24’ giant slide has a no-jump top, to force riders to slide down properly, keeping them secure. For the kid who loves thrill rides, double the lanes means Bumper Boats
double the fun on this super fun and fast slide. BUMPER BOATS: Add a splash of excitement as you bump your way across the water in your own bumper boat. Drivers climb aboard these electric boats and begin splashing and colliding with the other boaters, having a blast! Laughs and giggles can always be heard from this classic attraction. Our bumper boats are made for persons up to 75 lbs. These easily maneuvered bumper boats are extremely stable and powered by a 12-volt motor. Our bumper boats run in a 23’ X26’ inflatable pool with 12-14 inches of water. HANDS-ON FUN: The Boat Show offers hands on activities for kids! Children of all ages are invited on Saturdays and Sundays to help build an 8-foot wooden dinghy-style boat, help rebuild a 1955 Evinrude 5½ hp classic outboard motor and/or paint in color on our white enamel 8’ pram. The Southwest Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society will conduct supervised boat-building sessions on both Saturdays, Jan. 7th and Jan. 14th and both Sundays, Jan. 8th and Jan. 15th. This event is open free of charge to all children who wish to participate. The boat is an 8-foot pram-style dinghy. All the wood pieces will have already been cut. Assembly is by clamps, glue and screws driven by battery-powered drills. During the show each participating child will be issued a ticket to hold and we will conduct a drawing at the end of the last session to select the winner who gets to keep the finished boat! Children can also help rebuild a 1955 Evinrude 5½ hp classic outboard motor! This will be a real nuts and bolts, hands-on experience on how all the individual parts fit together to make up a real operating engine. We will also issue tickets to participating “wrench-bending” kids for a separate drawing at the end of the show for a 3hp antique motor to take home and rework on their own. (Check back for specific hours.)
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Team X-Pogo/Xpogo Stunt Team started out as a group of guys who did awesome and extreme tricks on Pogo Sticks. They have been doing tricks ever since they were 5 and 6 years old. The team has performed in many countries and tournaments, as well as appearing on Season 5 and Season 9 of America’s Got Talent. Featuring championship pro athletes flying over 10 feet in the air on next-generation pogo sticks, throwing down flips and incredible tricks, the Xpogo Stunt Team brings this intriguing sport up close. The Xpogo Stunt Team is the most talented and experienced pogo performance team in the world. With fans across the globe and new followers after every show, Xpogo Stunt Team Pros are a hit everywhere. XPOGO Stunt Team.
Relive the Golden Age of Boating
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polished chrome hardware – all serve to distinguish these beautiful boats. The display is sponsored by the
Southwest Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society. Serving Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kansas, the group is dedicated to bringing people together with a common interest in preserving and enjoying antique and classic boats. They strive to protect the heritage of boating by promoting, first the preservation and, secondly, the restoration of historic antique and classic boats.
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New Year, New Season for Boating BY LENNY RUDOW
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HIS IS THE BEST TIME OF THE YEAR to see boats, boats and more boats. As 2016 becomes history, so do the 2016 model year boats. And if you’re in the market for a new boat, 2017 holds some great surprises and great potential. New models, new technology, and new designs all come into play, and this year’s boat show season will provide you with the opportunity to get your
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first look at all the possibilities. You don’t, of course, want to walk into these shows completely unawares. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to Boats Shows for 2017—read on, and you’ll have the inside scoop before you ever start shopping.
New Boat Trends Last year we told you about the migration towards lower-cost boat-motor-trailer packages which were
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designed to be affordable for just about any hardworking American. This trend continues and expands for 2017. Look at the new line-ups from Carolina Skiff, Mako Boats, Robalo, Tracker Marine, and Xpress, for example, and you’ll see a number of $25,000-and-under boat/motor/trailer packages for brand new models in the 16’ to 18’ range. In other segments of the industry, technology is marching on. Hull designs in particular are growing ever more complex and advanced. Blue Wave’s latest debut, the JAN
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RS1, which incorporates a step in the bottom to boost efficiency and speed, is a perfect example. Or consider the latest offering from Nautic Star, the 227 XTS, which has planing pods and an air-assist chine to boost acceleration and handling. Pathfinder provides yet another example with their 2500 Hybrid, a boat with a twin-stepped hull that can cruise in the mid 40’s and pushes 60 MPH at top-end. Yes, it’s true that hulls like these require a lot of R & D and as a result, they don’t always come cheap. But the performance, handling, and maneuverability they net is light-years ahead of the hulls designed a few years back.
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The trend toward affordable boating continues with models from Carolina Skiff, Xpress, Mako and others, featuring $25,000-and-under complete packages.
Boat construction has also benefited from new tech. While vacuum-assisted fiberglass layup used to be unusual, today it’s quite common. That means fiberglass parts have the ideal resinto-glass ratio, making them as light as possible while maintaining full strength. Other advancements that are becoming commonplace include the use of Kevlar reinforcing, anti-microbial multi-
density foam in seating, Deutsch-style waterproof electrical connections, highdensity foam deck and swim platform padding, “Soft Touch” UV-resistant vinyls, and digital switching systems. Yes, you’re right—all of these advancements do again add cost to the price of a boat. And some of today’s boats seem to carry rather eye-popping price tags. But these same things also increase the value
of what you’re buying, and they make today’s boats stronger, lighter, safer, more comfortable, and more fun to run. Despite all of these advancements, the most revolutionary changes you’ll find on the latest crop of boats has to do with—no surprise here—the modern electronics you find at the helm. All of the major marine electronics manufacturers have been developing MFDs and combi-
Yamaha broke new ground with its jet-powered 190 FSH.
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nation chartplotter/fishfinders that are evolving towards becoming the “brain” of your boat. These new electronics systems have the ability to control multiple systems ranging from flipping on the lights and livewell, to adjusting the autopilot. Most feature touch-enabled interfaces that mimic those of your smart phone. But perhaps more importantly, many now have built-in WiFi that allows the different components of your boat to communicate with each other and in some cases, with the outside world. You no longer necessarily need a cable to connect your radar dome to your helm; you can operate your chartplotter, fishfinder, or switching system from a cell phone app; charting updates (including those created with the pings from your own fishfinder and chartplotter) can be up- or down-loaded automatically; and in some cases you can even remotely turn on or off things like lights, pumps, or even air conditioning systems before you even leave your house in the morning. If technology represents the biggest advancements in today’s highly complex boats, kayaks and their inherent simplicity represent the opposite end of the spectrum. Yet Kayak anglers will also discover widely expanded options when they visit the boat shows this year. The big news for 2017 from Hobie, the iconic builder of fishing kayaks like the Pro Angler and Outback, is the introduction of reverse to the Mirage Drive (now called Mirage Drive 180). And kayak anglers who enjoy waterfowl hunting have a new option, too, with the introduction of Hobie’s Camo Series. You’ll also find new fishing kayak offerings from the likes of Feelfree, Native Watercraft, Ocean Kayak, Old Town, and Wilderness Systems. Although most of us are most interested in boats used strictly for fishing, hunting, and the like, watersports lovers are also going to find a shocking array of new options on the market. The introduction of Volvo Penta’s Forward Drive, which places a forward-facing pod-like drive unit on a stern drive, has made it possible to turn stern-drive bowriders and runabouts into true wake surfing boats. Another startling new option JAN
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Iconic kayak builder Hobie is introducing reverse in its Mirage Drive at this year’s show.
for those who enjoy watersports is the introduction of jet-powered runabouts that are designed to do double-duty as fishing machines. Yamaha broke new ground last year with the 190 FSH, which is a version of their 19’ jet boat with a deck laid out for fishing. Now Scarab has joined in the action, with their 195 Open Fish. Both of these options have all the jet boat advantages that watersports lovers look for, yet since their topsides are designed for fishing, they represent a new and very attractive option for angling families that have kids who also enjoy watersports.
Progress in Power On the outboard front, 2017 ushers in many changes. You’ll find that the newest outboards not only have incredible reliability, they also boast advancements in efficiency and ease of operation. BRP – Evinrude shook up the outboard world when they rolled out their 3.4 liter V-6 G2 two-stroke engines in the 200 to 300 HP range, and this year, they’re expanding that range with a new 2.7 liter version that’s available
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in 150, 150 HO, 175, and 200 HP models. These new engines utilize the same G2 gear-case and mid-section as their larger siblings, including the integrated hydraulic helix steering and trim systems. The engine’s systems are digital but the 150 can be set up with cable controls for re-power situations. Evinrude is claiming the new engines get the same 15-percent fuel economy savings the larger G2’s attained, and from what we’ve seen so far, this seems accurate. HONDA – Honda’s “big” news for 2017 is very, very small—at least as far as horsepower goes. They’ve rolled out all-new 4, 5, and 6 HP 127cc singlecylinder portables. When we ran them we discovered a 0.4 gallon internal fuel tank that’s good for 40 minutes of full-throttle running time, easy starting thanks to an automatic decompression system, and very low vibrations in the tiller handle because vibration mounts isolate it from the powerhead. MERCURY – The latest from Mercury is the VesselView Mobile app, now available for iOS and Android. Before you shrug your shoulders and think “oh no, not another useless app,” consider that when linked (via
Bluetooth) to a VesselView Mobile Module (which plugs into your engine) you’ll be able to tap into SmartCraft and read everything from engine fault codes to oil pressure. Essentially, it eliminates the need for a computerbased interface, allowing you to see everything that in the past only service techs were able to access. SUZUKI – Suzuki has migrated some important features down into its line, with the DF150AP and DF175AP. Suzuki Precision Control (drive-bywire throttle and shift) and Selective Rotation (a gear-case that can be programmed to spin in either direction) is now available on these lower-horsepower outboards. During 2016 Suzuki also rolled out a pair of new portables, the DF4A and DF6A. TOHATSU – We haven’t heard anything new for 2017 from this manufacturer, but remember that in the past two years they expanded their range and now have offerings ranging from 2.5 HP all the way up to 250 HP. Midrange models were also redesigned for 2015, and new 4, 5, and 6 HP models were introduced last year. YAMAHA – The first V-8 monster
outboard, the 5.3-liter F350, has gone through so many changes that it’s now been re-named the F350C. Gearcase passages have been redesigned to improve lubrication to the gears and bearings, improved metal treatments have enhanced corrosion resistance, a new ECU monitors time of use in specific RPM bands, and 41 pounds of weight have been shaved off the original version. The 115 SHO has also undergone some improvements, including redesigned camshafts and a re-mapped ECU that takes maximum RPM from 6000 to 6300.
Boat Show Tips:
To make the most of your time at the boat show, you need to learn as much as possible—then you’ll be able to make the very best pick when it comes time to sign on the dotted line. Here are a few tips to help ensure you succeed. 1. TAKE PICTURES — lots of pictures—while you’re at the show. Whenever possible, also snap off a shot of the displayed specifications sheet and sticker price. This will help you keep different models, pricing, and details sorted when you go back through your boat show materials. 2. BEFORE YOU MAKE any decisions about the value of different boats, be sure you’re comparing apples to apples. One manufacturer may call item “A” a standard feature that’s included in the price, while another calls it a cost-adding optional feature. By the time you get all the features you want this can make a huge difference in the final cost of any particular boat, and if you don’t figure out the “real” cost ahead of time, it’s easy to be misled. 3. ALTHOUGH we believe you’re best-served by thoroughly researching all options before you make any final decisions, remember that the dealers are at the show with one thing in mind: selling boats. If you’re willing and able to sign a contract at the show, you may be able to bargain for an unusually good deal.
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Towing Tactics
ANY PEOPLE ARE attracted to the convenience and versatility of trailer-boating. With a boat in tow you can visit countless lakes, rivers, and bays; you don’t have to pay expensive mooring fees; you can work on your boat right in your own driveway; and you don’t have to worry about it being damaged in the slip during a storm or heavy winds. But there’s one big problem: Many people are a bit apprehensive about rolling down the highway with hundreds or thousands of pounds of fiberglass riding on their bumper. It’s no wonder our boats quickly become our pride and joy, and the thought of having an accident on the road is worrisome. The truth of the matter, however, is that trailering is a lot easier and simpler than most people think and the average driver will quickly become accustomed to towing. The first and most important thing you need to make sure of before you hit the asphalt is that your rig is set up properly. Check the tow capacity of your vehicle and don’t exceed it. Also note that hitches that attach to the frame of your tow vehicle are far superior to those that attach to the bumper, and trailers that have their own brakes are superior to those that don’t. Before each and every towing trip, hitching up properly is imperative. Always be sure the hitch is secured properly over the ball, and never leave the driveway without inserting a safety pin into the catch. Otherwise, a large bump could be enough to bounce the hitch free from the ball. Also ensure that the safety chains are crossed before you attach them to the tow vehicle. This will support the trailer tongue and prevent it from digging into the roadway, if it
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somehow comes free. If your trailer has brakes, you need to attach a safety line, which activates them from the trailer to the tow vehicle. Again, this is a safety measure that can save lives, much less your boat, if the hitch somehow fails. The final step to hitching properly is to plug in the lights and check them before you hit the road. Trailer lights are notorious for going bad (small wonder, since we dunk them in water every time we launch and retrieve the boat) and you’ll need to constantly monitor them. While travelling down the road, there are a few driving tactics you need to keep in mind. Obviously, you’ll want to increase your usual following distance and allow extra room for braking. When making a turn, always take it as widely as possible so the trailer tires don’t clip the curb. And when a large vehicle is passing you you may feel the wind blast shove your boat or your tow vehicle; you can reduce this effect by taking your foot off the accelerator (but not touching the brake) just as you’re being passed. If you feel the trailer swaying from side to side, which can be quite dangerous, you probably have a weight distribution problem. As a general rule of thumb the trailer’s tongue weight should
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be about 10-percent of its gross weight, and if it’s off, swaying can be the result. If you feel the trailer swaying while on the road, stop immediately and adjust the load. Once you get to your destination, you’ll have a new challenge to confront, backing the boat down the ramp. Learning how to back up is one of the toughest things for inexperienced trailer boaters to learn, but with some practice anyone can master the technique. The important thing to remember is that the boat will swing in the opposite direction of the tow vehicle. And remember, it’s practically impossible to back a trailer in a perfectly straight line, so don’t try to. Instead, plan on making small, slow turns back and forth as you reverse to and down the boat ramp. Luckily, there’s a simple solution to backing issues: practice, practice, practice. When you first begin trailering, it’s a good idea to go to a large, deserted parking lot, at a near-by school or park. Set out some cones to make yourself a “ramp,” and back down it a dozen or two times until you feel comfortable.
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Personal Watercraft Need Love, Too
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F YOUR TASTE, BUDGET AND personal style don’t necessarily allow for a boat, a personal watercraft may be just the ticket to get you out on the water. Whether it is your first purchase or part of a floating fleet, there are as many considerations when you are scoping out the marketplace – as well as maintenance and safety concerns that should be part of your decision. Start by choosing whether to purchase a new or used watercraft. In either case, you will need to establish a
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BY LINDA WATER NELSON relationship with a dealer in your area. No matter how good the product or its condition, that personal watercraft will need to be serviced to assure its best performance and give you as few headaches as possible. Unless you are lucky enough to live very close to the water, there will also be a trailer for transportation, and it will require regular
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maintenance, as well. Plan on buying a cover, too. It will keep your new toy looking good longer. Most dealers carry an assortment of both new and used watercraft so, as you begin your shopping experience, plan to spend some time with a couple of dealers in your area. Get comfortable with the person at the dealership who will be your primary contact and check out the service and maintenance area. It will tell you a lot about how the dealership functions – and remember that once you have made your purchase it will 2 0 1 7
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be the service department that you will be working with on a regular basis. At least until you are ready to trade in and trade up. If you are purchasing a personal watercraft
from a private party, be sure to have it thoroughly checked out by the dealer that you plan to have service it in the future. It is also recommended that you ask that seller who has serviced and maintained the vehicle in the past. There may be a record of problems that will make your decision easier. It also helps if you have narrowed down your preferences so that you are not overwhelmed by options. Remember how much research you did when you bought a car or truck? It is the same principle. Make choices about the styling, number of seats (1 to 3), ergonomics and seating comfort, versatility, and – if you are buying new – innovations like braking options, off-throttle steering, speed limiting and reverse controls, and more. Whether a new or used watercraft is in your future, you should insist on one with an autokill switch that is easily accessible. As with any vehicle, the engine (usually two stroke or four stroke in a personal watercraft) is the heart of the machine. Check out the specs and understand that performance under specific conditions like towing will be affected if you don’t allow for enough power and capability. Once you have chosen and purchased that wonderful new toy there is a lot to learn before you venture out. Get the dealer to walk you through all of the features, safety considerations and limitations. Nothing is without limitations, and that includes personal JAN
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Unless you have waterfront storage, you’ll probably need a trailer.
watercraft. Recognize that standard floatation devices are not adequate for personal watercraft. When you are zipping along the surface of the water and either fall or are thrown from one of these at 30 to 40 mph, you need the stability of full floation vests. Plan it into your budget. Always have a fire extinguisher in easy reach when you use a personal watercraft and make sure it is current as to expiration dates. Other things to take along, according to those in the know, are heavy-duty sunscreen, drinking water, flares (in case you have a
failure when you are out on the water and need help), and a waterproof floating storage container for your cell phone. Other things to know and practice: • Always let at least one person who is not accompanying you know where you are planning to go and when you expect to return. Call them when you get back. • Learn when licenses and permits are required for your personal watercraft, trailer and individuals who will be onboard. Laws vary dramatically from place to place and there are local, state and (sometimes) federal regulations what are in force. • Never use alcohol or drugs when you are using a personal watercraft and be extremely aware of your surroundings.
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Shopping for the Right RV
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HOOSING THE TYPE and size of RV that is right for you is very personal. The first step is to ask yourself how you will be using the RV. Will you be taking long trips or short ones? Will you be staying in one place or stopping at multiple camping areas on the same trip? How many people will be accommodated on a regular basis? Will they be adults or children? Do you plan to travel with pets? (more than 50% of RVers do). Do you already own a tow vehicle or planning to purchase one? Do you want a self-contained RV with its’ own gas or diesel engine? How much money
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BY LINDA WATER NELSON do you have to spend? Are you planning to get a loan to cover the cost of purchase? Will you be buying new or used? Each of these is a consideration that will affect your choice. Making a list of your needs and answering these questions will help an RV dealer make the right recommendations; after all, you probably wouldn’t opt for a pop-up camper if you planned long trips with lengthy stays. One trend that might affect your RV choice is toward destination camping.
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The RV is literally delivered by the dealer to a camping location for an extended stay. The RVers drive their car to and from, but don’t actually trailer the RV.
Do your research
The more effort you invest at the front end of choosing an RV, the more satisfied that you will probably be with your decision. As with buying a car or truck today, the Internet, including user forums, is a great ally when researching the type of RV that might be right for you. You should attend outdoor shows and dealer open houses as a way to see a range of RVs. At a dealership, there will probably be some used RVs to check out. You can see the difference between 2 0 1 7
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the older and newer models and continue to solidify your thinking about what is right for you. If you will be towing with a vehicle that you already own or one that you plan to purchase, thoroughly check the manufacturers’ website for towing capabilities and load bearing specifics. Remember that fuel economy will be radically affected by the load that you are towing. About 90% of RV buyers already own their tow vehicle so actual specs are an important factor. Don’t rely on an old belief as to the limitations on what you can pull. RV manufacturers are committed to taking the weight out of trailers and your vehicle may be able to pull a larger unit than you thought.
guidelines that you have established for yourself. If you are financing, check to see if the RV that interests you can be financed as a second home which is often the case. If so, the interest on the loan is tax deductible. You can generally expect that your credit score will be a major factor in what can be financed, the same as it would be with a house or automobile. Check your credit scores in advance and correct any mistakes that you find. The down payment for an RV is usually about 10%, according to the RVIA spokesperson, but will be dependent upon your creditworthy status.
Size, type, fuel, and price range
Your RV buying experience will only be as good as the dealer you do business with. Talk to several before making a purchase. Evaluate them at the show and at their dealerships. Check with the Better Business Bureau and other rating services to find out what other customers report and whether or not complaints have been filed and how they were handled.
Some other considerations include where you plan to stay. Some larger RV units are not allowed in older RV parks, as well as state and national parks; if you are staying in hotter climates, you could need 50 amps and two air conditioners in your RV; in colder climates you might opt for more insulation. Will you be boondocking and need larger water and holding tanks – and, remember, a smaller RV is easier to maneuver off road or on back roads. After making a real world assessment of how and how often you will actually use your RV and researching the types of RVS, their pros and cons and your budget, contact your insurance agent to check out the price of insuring your trailer or motor home. Ask about rates and safety records for the type of RV you have selected. Higher rates may mean a history of more accidents. Again, the Internet and user forums will give you a picture beyond the brochures and manufacturers’ websites.
Find the right dealer and ask the right questions
You will probably be using the dealer that you buy from for service on your RV, too. Ask for a tour of their service facilities and find out what repairs they do onsite and which they send to other places. Check out gorving.com for a storehouse of useful information about RV dealers in your area. About 10 – 12% of people interested in making an RV purchase rent one before they buy. When doing this, it is best – for the obvious reason -- to experience it with the same mix of people that you will be traveling with after you buy. The Yellow Pages or an Internet search in your area should identify the places that rent the type of RV that interests you. If you are uncertain, take a few weekend trips in different RVs to solidify your decision. Remember that dealers will be offering special show prices at the show, so that is a good place to deal after you have made your decision. If you go to the show as a way of making that decision, ask if you can lock in show pricing for a week or a month. Dealers will often oblige.
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Smart ATV Shopping
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LL IT TAKES FOR MOST people to decide that they need to buy an ATV is a ride on one. The exhilaration and feeling of unbridled adventure cannot be matched by any other land vehicle today. However, the emotional kick needs to be matched by both a sense of responsibility and knowledge about which ATV is right for you. There are two basic types of ATVs. Utility ATVs are generally used for hunting and camping as well as for chores like earth or snow moving, while Sport ATVs, which have no front and rear racks, are more appropriate for speed, jumping and looking very cool. As they have gained a following, there has been enormous effort toward crossing over between the two, and there is even one that combines a boat and ATV for amphibian action. There are two engine types and each has benefits. The four-stroke engine has moving parts that are oiled on a continuous basis by an oil sump. These are either air or liquid cooled, with air being most common. They are the quietest and more fuel efficient in terms of mpg – a benefit for driving long trails. Lubrication on two-stroke (or twocycle) engines is achieved by actually burning fuel. A combination of gas and oil is mixed either by oil reservoir or by combining a measured amount of oil in the fuel tank. Two cycle engines are generally noisier with a smokier exhaust. They also burn more fuel. Other factors will include automatic clutch
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or automatic transmission, size (usually a factor of budget) and two or four wheel drive, and drive shaft, chain drive or belt drive. All current ATVs have four wheels. The manufacturers decided some time ago that the incidence of accidents and liability suits just weren’t worth it. Think long and hard before buying one on the secondary market.
Do your research
Use the Internet, user forums and other research tools once you have settled on a few models. While every driver is different, other people’s experience can be an omen of what you might expect. Also, when selecting a dealer, check the Better Business Bureau and other consumer rating services to see if there have been complaints and how they have been handled.
ATV safety
The All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Institute offers some critical final words about safety and respect for
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the outdoors. • Always wear a DOT-compliant helmet, goggles, long sleeves, long pants, over-the-ankle boots and gloves. • Never ride on paved roads except to cross when done safely and permitted by law. ATVs are intended to be off-road vehicles. • Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. • Never carry a passenger on a single-rider ATV, and no more than one other passenger on a two-passenger ATV. • Ride an ATV that’s appropriate for your age and supervise riders under 16. ATVs are not toys. • Ride only on designated trails and at a safe speed. • Take a hands-on course at ATV RiderCourse and the free online online course at ATVsafety.org.
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Best Bait for Trophy Trout?
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HE PURSUIT OF TROphy-sized speckled trout with artificial lures is all about mullet. At the end of the day, the lures used to fool the truly big trout are mullet imitators— because they are the key component in the diet of this elite class of specks. When trout get somewhere between
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BY CHESTER MOORE 20-22 inches they change from being primarily a shrimp eater and small fish eater to being a connoisseur of larger mullet and other fish like croaker, sand trout and even small speckled trout. So, when it comes to pursuing them the angler that does the best mullet imi-
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tation wins the prize. During winter and early spring the largest trout are caught basically by two kinds of lures: slowsinkers and topwaters. Both have their following and application but which is better? Or maybe the question should be, “Am I fishing them correctly?” This is the debate as I see it with a unique twist many anglers could benefit from. 2 0 1 7
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Slow-sinkers are, as the name implies, lures that sink super slow with the goal of mimicking a wounded or slow moving baitfish. Big trout and baitfish alike have slow metabolism during winter months. Something that is easy to catch is struck at much more than something they have to chase. At least that is the theory. The Corky is the granddaddy of all slow sinkers. Developed by Paul Brown, it has caught record fish as well as many lifetime trout for anglers in Texas and beyond. It looks like a medium-sized mullet, sinks at a snail pace and has an erratic action when jerked. Other slow sinkers include the Catch 2000 for Mirrolure and Bomber’s Badonkadonk SS. The key with these kinds of lures is making many, many casts and putting it right in front of a big fish. By virtue of their slow sinking nature, these lures cover very little ground and require incredible patience on behalf of the angler. The first time I fished a Corky was back in 1997 in Matagorda Bay and I thought I was going to have a nervous breakdown. Moving so slow and methodically through the water and trying to get one or two good bites all day was and remains a challenge. Topwaters on the other hand also produce big trout. The Super Spook, various Top Dog models, the Skitter Walk and numerous mullet imitators by Sebile and others are effective during this period as well. Topwaters offer an advantage slowsinkers do not and that is the ability to cover lots of ground. An angler can make incredibly long casts and literally make more ground in an hour of wadefishing than someone could do in a day of using a slow sinker in a boat. Most true big trout enthusiasts will tell you the slow-sinkers catch more big fish than do the topwaters in winter and spring but they break them out due to the addiction to the “blowup factor”. Watching a big trout strike at or slurp down a topwaters is one of the greatest feelings in fishing, and when worked with consistency and precision they can JAN
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FISHING FOCUS be effective. Many anglers however report that topwater action during this period results in a lot of blowups but very few hookups. If you look at many of the great big bass experts around the country, they rarely use slow-sinkers but instead use swimbaits, large plastic worms and topwaters. All of the above can cover water much quicker than a slow-sinker. Bass fishermen are all about covering water and eliminating unproductive areas. This inspired me to start off using topwaters to locate fish. The usual drill is to take a walking plug, make long casts and cover all of the key habitat in an area. I make very precision casts, paying special attention to walk the plug over the area well and even cut across at different angles. Sometimes this equals a caught fish but other times those missed blowups. As I got the missed blowups I started carefully observing where they occurred and threw back at those spots with a slow-sinker soft plastic. The result was far more fish caught. Think about it for a second. If a trout during the winter when their metabolism is at its lowest is aggressive enough
to come up to the surface and strike at a plug, don’t you think the same fish would be willing to hit something put in it is face? In this regard the topwater can be used to eliminate water without aggressive fish and the slow-sinker to catch those that did not quite have enough in them to take down your plug. As noted earlier, I have done the same thing using regular soft plastics and Gulp and had great results. Rig your plastics on light fluorocarbon line (8-10 lb) and on a 1/16 or 1/8 oz jighead. I have found that after you know the fish is not going to come up again, you can literally drop that rod and throw right back into the spot and get bit. This formula actually works well all winter. After each failed blowup the angler with the plastic would make an accurate cast right behind the plug and very often get bit. The truth is both slow sinkers and topwaters have an important role to play for anglers seeking big speckled trout. And in my opinion wise anglers will keep both handy and find ways to use them in conjunction with one another for the greatest results.
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Check Your Bass Gear
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E’RE ENTERING the height of another big bass season in Texas. Between now and the end of April, armies of lunker largemouths will make a hard push towards the bank to spawn in skinny water to create what will ultimately become the next generation of bass for us bass fishermen to catch. The biggest bass in the lake are almost always females, and many of them weigh significantly more during spring than at any other time of the year because their ovaries are plump with eggs. Biologists have told me that a mature female may weigh 10 percent heavier when her eggs are fully developed, possibly even more if she happens to get caught soon after consuming a big crappie or bar fish. Most anglers will agree that March is the top month for hooking a bass with a weight problem, and statistics show they are absolutely right. More 13-pound-plus Toyota ShareLunkers have been caught during March than any other month. There is no way to put a finger on how many bass weighing upwards of eight pounds are caught and released in Texas lakes during the spring months in any given year, but the number could easily mount into the thousands. As good as the odds are of connecting with a career bass during the springtime, the chances of losing one before the job is finished are probably a whole lot better. That’s because there is all kinds of stuff that can go wrong when a big bass is tugging on your string. Lines can break. Hooks can bend. Or, you could just take an old fashioned butt whipping. Here are a few things anglers can do to help reduce the odds of losing the battle when a big bass comes calling: TIE GOOD KNOTS: The knot used
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BY MATT WILLIAMS to connect a lure to the line is the critical link between you and the fish. Tie a shoddy knot and you run a good risk of getting beat before the game gets started. The best knots can vary with the application. Among the most popular knots for general applications with braid, monofilament and fluorocarbon lines are the palomar, improved clinch knot and double clinch knot. The blood knot, double uni, Surgeons and Alberto knot are the best knots for joining two lines. A good source for learning these and many other useful knots is netknots.com. WET IT DOWN: When tying knots, always be sure to wet the line with saliva before cinching it down tight. Cinching dry line will create a tremendous amount of friction that will weaken the knot significantly. Also, be wary of a knot that doesn’t cinch down properly. It’s best to cut the line and start over if this happens. USE GOOD LINE: Monofilament and fluorocarbon fishing line can become dry and brittle over time. These lines should be re-spooled at least once year, possibly more often if you spend a lot of time on the water or backlash every now and then. Backlashes can cause mono or fluorocarbon lines to kink and create weak spots that could cause the line to snap prematurely. CHECK FOR ROUGH SPOTS: If you fish around heavy wood or rock, it would be a good idea to check for frayed spots by running the strip of line near the bait through your thumb and index finger. If you feel a rough spot, cut the line above the rough spot and re-tie. ROD GUIDES: Many brands of rod guides (what your line runs through) are equipped with ceramic inserts that can sometimes crack or break, creating a
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sharp edge that can cut or damage line when it passes through. Use a Q-Tip to check for cracks or rough spots. If the cotton snags, the guide should be replaced. DRAG CHECK: Always keep a close eye on the reel drag to make sure it will slip before the amount of pressure on the line exceeds the line’s breaking strength. This is especially important with fluorocarbon and monofilament lines, but not so much with heavy-duty braids frequently used for flipping or frogging around heavy cover. Most guys like to cinch the drag super tight for the latter applications. HOOK CHECK: Hooks that aren’t sharp won’t provide good penetration. The best way to check a hook for sharpness is the thumbnail test. Place the hook point on your thumbnail, press down lightly and try to slide the hook to the side. If the hook sticks, it’s sharp. If it slides, it should be sharpened or replaced. It is also a good idea to keep close check on hooks for signs of rust. If stored in a moist environment, or holding baits that contain salt, hooks can rust and lose their strength in short order. ARMED FOR BEAR: It wouldn’t be wise to go bear hunting with a switch, nor would it be a good idea to go gunning for a lunker with a flyswatter for a fishing rod. Use the best rod you can afford. More important, make sure they are suited for the tactic or bait you are using. If you can only afford a couple of rods, you can’t go wrong with a medium and a medium/ heavy action, 6.5 to 7 feet long. The lighter medium action rod will work well for throwing square bill crankbaits, topwaters and jerk baits, while the medium/ heavy will be the better choice for Texas rigs, jigs, spinnerbaits, swim baits and Chatterbaits.
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NBOARD FISHING tackle stowage is a great thing on a fishing boat. It allows you to keep all your goodies and gear close at hand, yet you never have to lug a tackle box around. But, there are some down-sides, too. Tackle may be exposed to moisture more than you’d like, and corrosion can turn your hooks dull. Jumping onto other people’s boats means you still need to have a bag prepped, which means buying double gear in many cases. And when all your
BY LENNY RUDOW gear is left aboard and a few weeks pass by between trips, it’s not always easy to remember exactly what you do or do not have aboard. These five tricks, however, will help make onboard tackle stowage work well. Onboard tackle stowage can be a great thing – or, not so much, if you don’t know these tricks. Moisture and corrosion are big problems associated with keeping all your gear aboard, but there are several ways
to combat it. You can put a cedar block or a silicon packet into each box, to help sap away the moisture and keep your gear dry. You can also improve ventilation, simply by leaving the door to a tackle station ajar (assuming that won’t allow rainfall to get inside). In extreme cases, it may be necessary to add a vent to an onboard tacklebox or tackle station. To help avoid moisture in the first place, never put a used lure or tackle back into the box until it’s completely dry. If you’re fishing in saltwater, naturally, give all your gear a freshwater rinse before drying it. Put lead weights into the lowest part of the tackle stowage system. If you elevate the lead, over time it will cause the plastic bottoms of tackle trays to deform. And on rough days, bouncing lead may even shatter the plastic. Always leave one empty tackle tray on the boat. That way, if a buddy invites you aboard his boat you can jump onto your own, and quickly assemble a selection of appropriate tackle to bring. When you return, you can unpack the same box and slide it right back into its spot, empty again, so it’s ready for next time. Insert a piece of cork or foam into the boxes you use for lead-heads and jigs, and stick the hooks into the cork or foam. This way, the heads won’t bounce against each other and chip the paint, as you run through rough seas. (Note – this works great for all kinds of tackle boxes, not just those that never leave the boat). Use these tricks, and you’ll find that onboard fishing tackle stowage isn’t merely just convenient—it’s also more effective and keeps your tackle and gear in good shape, too.
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BY LENNY RUDOW you will not be a happy camper. That said, if you cancel your day of fishing every time your friendly local schizophrenic weatherman claims there’s a risk, you may well never leave the dock. Fortunately, you have gobs of options when it comes to making an educated decision about the weather. In fact, in the past couple of years those options
have rapidly multiplied, thanks to the internet, apps, and new inventions. Here are some of the latest and greatest ways to figure out what’s in store.
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site that I almost never leave the dock without checking it first. Fishweather overlays wind forecasts over a detailed NOAA chart, allowing you to choose the exact location and see all the wind, wave, and sea condition data. What’s even better is the ability to break down the forecasts into three hour increments. For those of us who are sick and tired of NOAA’s overly-broad and unspecific marine forecasts, Fishweather is a hands-down winner. Another nice thing about using the web for your weather is that you can continue checking it throughout the day, if you have a smart phone. Added bonus: you can set your phone to give you alerts, in case of deteriorating weather. Which leads us to...
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on marine forecasting have taken it a step farther. Buoyweather.com, for instance, includes not just forecasts but also realtime weather buoy data, wave charts, sea temperature and chlorophyll charts, and tide data. And since the forecasting is based around a chart (choose Texas from the Gulf States list, put the cursor over your specific area, and click), it’s incredibly easy to use. Another good one is Fishweather.com. In fact, I’ve become so accustomed to using this JAN
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Since that smart phone is in your pocket, why not take full advantage of it? You can choose from countless weather apps these days, although you should recognize that some are a lot better than others. A handful of the most popular include Weatherbug, Weather Underground, The Weather Channel, Bluefin, and Lightning Finder. All have their own strengths and weaknesses. Here are some key things to look for when you choose which weather app is best for you. Obviously, you’ll want to make sure it covers the areas where you regularly go fishing and boating. Remember, some apps only cover specific regions for free, and you’ll have to pay extra to get complete coverage. Another important item is the availability of current Doppler radar images. Many apps (or free versions of apps which can be upgraded for a fee) only provide text forecasts. These are usually based on those same NOAA predictions (sometimes they appear verbatim), which really doesn’t help much. On the other hand, real-time animated Doppler lets you see storms to track their direction and speed of travel. This is a great help in deciding when you need to head back to the dock. Graphic lightning displays are another great feature to look for. Lightning is one of those things we boaters really
want to avoid. So, seeing when and where strikes are occurring can help you make much more intelligent go/ no-go decisions. Some apps also include wind speed data, either in an updated or forecasted form. Generally speaking, forecasts don’t do you much good unless you’re on the water for an extended period of time. But real-time wind updates are great for helping you identify trends, the approach of fronts, or changes in the current conditions.
More Tools
Now, let’s say you don’t have a smart phone. Or more likely, you don’t get service in some of the areas you go boating. There are still some weather tools you can utilize. The first and best is satellite weather, such as Sirius/XM satellite. In most cases it can interface with your chartplotter/GPS, and put those weather maps and forecasts right up on the helm. This is a more expensive option than most others. A receiver costs between $100 and $500 depending on brand, and you’ll also have to pay a monthly access fee which ranges from about $10 to $50/month (depending on what level of service you choose). But that expense gets you everything those apps and web sites offer, and then some. Finally, for the lightning-averse among us, you can also get a dedicated lightning detector. These don’t cost much ($50 to $100) and are simple to use. Just turn them on, and a series of blinking lights and/or tones will alert you to lightning strikes within range (which varies from unit to unit but covers at least 50 miles) as they take place. It also shows how far away they are. Aside from all of these goodies and gadgets (technology be damned) you still have those old weather rules that mariners have lived by for centuries. So, no matter what gear and goodies you may or may not have on board, always remember:
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