ICAST 2026 Best of Show Winners

The ICAST 2026 Best of Show New Product Showcase embodies the sportfishing industry’s innovative and entrepreneurial spirit and rewards that ingenuity with awards in several categories. The votes are in and the winners have been announced. Shop the 2026 ICAST Best of Show Awards now!

Earning Best of Show at this year's 2026 ICAST, the Rhino Spinning Combos combine highly durable TriAx Core solid tip blanks and powerful, smooth-reeling Rhino spinning reels so you take on any fish in any fishing environment!

Reimagined and expanded with premium materials and 29 unique rod model options, the St. Croix Triumph Series Rods take Best Freshwater Rod with proven SCII carbon fiber blanks, modernized stainless-steel guides and natural contoured cork handles.

Leveling up the Curado DC legacy with updated I-DC4 firmware, the Shimano Curado 150 DC Casting Reel delivers improved casting control by monitoring spool rotation 1,000 times per second to reduce backlash and boost distance.

Improving upon the workhorse foundation of its predecessors, the Daiwa BG LT Spinning Reel packs a punch with unbelievable cranking power and boosted durability thanks to Daiwa’s PowerDrive Rotor, DigiGear, and Crank Power Bail.

Innovating one of the craziest trends in bass fishing, the Rapala Crush City the CEO features multiple tapered appendages that create subtle action and a 21mm weighted glass powder core to ensure the perfect rate of fall.

An ultra-realistic shrimp imitation with natural action perfect for targeting saltwater predators, the Rapala Crush City Imposter delivers extreme durability with super TPE soft plastic in smart-injected saltwater color patterns.

Built from the vision and craftsmanship of artist and lure designer Andrew Gardner, the Synch Fishing Artisan Wake and Crank includes UV glow glass eyes, highly detailed paint jobs, and soft plastic fins that create an ultra-lifelike bluegill imitation.

A heavy-duty upgrade to one of the best bladed jigs ever created, the Z-Man Chatterbait EVO HD features a welded ring line tie, reinforced head-to-blade connection, and 5/0 super heavy‑duty nano‑coated hook that provide the power to horse giant bass from cover.

Manufactured using an advanced, high-modulus 8-carrier IZANAS fiber, the Daiwa J-Braid Grand 8X Braided Line Ocean Splash uses alternating white, blue, and aqua to seamlessly blend into oceanic marine environments and enhance bite recognition.

Seaguar Brawlr Monofilament delivers low-stretch and enhanced sensitivity through a unique resin and Pinpoint Thermal Dynamics process that boosts knot and tensile strength to ensure your success when battling trophy fish.

The hottest new bait category finally has a custom storage solution! Featuring custom wire-post organizers and dividers that remain locked in place, the Buzbe Urchin Box has a waterproof construction that keeps urchin baits secure, protected, and ready to fish.

Designed for cleaner fillets, maximum yield, and reduced hand fatigue, the Bubba Pro Series Gen 2 Electric Filet Knife redefines fish processing with a proprietary paddle trigger, next-generation brushless motor, and species-specific blade technology!

Built to provide greater control of your live sonar, the Garmin Spy Pole is a revolutionary motorized sonar control system that allows anglers to precisely steer the direction of the LiveScope and GT360UHD transducers independently of the trolling motor.

Engineered to go where other speakers can’t with a durable and waterproof design, the Turtle Box Cub delivers loud, premium sound in a compact footprint that’s built for the pursuit of any fishing adventure or outdoor excursion.

The Rapala High-Capacity Line Remover makes the process of respooling more efficient and organized with a patent-pending design that provides high-speed line removal from multiple fishing reels and allows line to be quickly discarded.

Featuring a new simplified setup that eliminates the need for a black box, the Garmin Livescope 2 HD is Garmin’s clearest live sonar to date, delivering unprecedented clarity, smoother images, and 20% greater resolution with improved image stitching.

Designed to help anglers conveniently rig and weight urchin baits with a treble hook, the G-Ratt Urchin Rig features a closed eyelet welded to the shank of the hook that allows you to swap custom wire form weights sizes quickly.

Expanding the Rapala Giant Lure collection with bold American graphics, the Rapala Giant Lure Bald Eagle makes the perfect centerpiece for any angler’s garage, basement, log cabin or office, and represents our freedom to fish, explore and live the outdoor lifestyle!

Perfect for targeting large saltwater predators lurking below the water line, the Bajio Cocho Dark Blue Camo Matte Blue Mirror includes flex hinges, removable side shields, and an XL frame to provide ultimate sun protection for offshore fishing sessions.

The ultimate rigging, repair, and maintenance workstation for bass anglers, the Buzbe Magnetic Launch Pad features a durable and easy-to-clean material that creates a cushioned work surface and includes a built-in ruler and magnetic trays to keep parts organized.