Sport Chalet Offers 'Reel' Tips And Gear To Help Hook More Fish This Summer

LOS ANGELES, June 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a recent report released by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, more than 90 million Americans go fishing each year; however, a common saying states, "10 percent of fishermen catch 90 percent of the fish." This summer, premier specialty sporting goods retailer Sport Chalet has everything from gear and equipment to professionally led seminars for both the seasoned sportsmen looking to keep schooling fish and the amateur anglers ready to join the top 10 percent.

"Fishing is a great pastime, especially during the summer months, but everybody knows that it's more fun when you are catching more fish," said Sport Chalet Expert Chris Burston. "To help customers make the most of their time on the water this summer, Sport Chalet provides a wide range of fishing gear and equipment, as well as informative seminars with tips from the pros."

Burston recommends the following gear to reel in the prized catch:

• Try a lightweight set up. For freshwater fishermen, the Abu Garcia Revo S30 Spin Reel is a lightweight reel that is strong enough for hours of fishing. A unique design ensures even line lay with mono, fluorocarbon or braided lines, making things super smooth and reliable. Pair the reel with a lightweight rod like the Shakespeare Micro Series Spin Rod for an ultra-lightweight set up that gives the enhanced sensitivity needed to detect small bites.
• Look for durable materials. Sportsmen who prefer saltwater should try the Avet MXL 6/4 Reel, which is constructed from marine-grade aluminum and stainless-steel components for superior corrosion resistance. The Abu Garcia Volatile Casting Rod is equally equipped to face the elements with a thickened rod blank wall for added backbone, strength and durability. 
• Check out kits for great values. Those who favor fly fishing should check out the Redington Crosswater 890-4 Fly Fishing Outfit, a complete kit that offers impressive performance without an imposing price. The medium-fast action 8-weight Crosswater rod is easy to cast and powerful enough to handle big fish while the matching Crosswater reel has a proven and reliable drag to help land a trophy.
• Stay organized. Keep tackle ready and easy to access with the Plano Hydro Flo Flex N Go Satchel. The flexible strap system makes the satchel easier to customize and organize than traditional tackle boxes.
• Get rid of glare. Sunglasses do more than just shading eyes from the sun. Polarized lenses help reduce reflections and glares off the water making it easier to spot fish. Typhoon Cancun Sunglasses are a top selling classic that never go out of style and feature polarized AquaView advanced hydrophobic lenses that repel water, cancel dust-attracting static charges and resist oily smudges.

In addition to its products, Sport Chalet offers free Catch More Fish seminars at several stores. These seminars are led by leading professional and tournament anglers who share their insider knowledge and answer questions from participants. Free prize drawings will also take place during the classes. Consumers can find more information about upcoming seminars at http://blog.sportchalet.com/events/.

For more information on Sport Chalet's selection of fishing gear or to find the nearest Sport Chalet store, visit www.sportchalet.com. For additional media inquiries, contact [email protected]. 

About Sport Chalet
Sport Chalet (Nasdaq: SPCHA, SPCHB)  is a premier, full service specialty sporting goods retailer featuring the industry's top sports brands in apparel, footwear, and sports equipment. Founded in 1959 by Norbert Olberz, the company has 50 stores in Arizona, California, Nevada and Utah; an online store at www.sportchalet.com; a Team Sales division; and offers more than 50 specialty services for the sports enthusiast, including online same day delivery, climbing, backcountry skiing, ski mountaineering, avalanche education, and mountain trekking instruction, car rack installation, snowboard and ski rental and repair, Scuba training and certification, Scuba boat charters, team sales, gait analysis, baseball/softball glove steaming and lacing, racquet stringing, and bicycle tune-up and repair at its store locations. For more information, visit Sport Chalet at www.sportchalet.com.

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