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  • Jul 18, 2025

Whisker Seeker Tackle Wins “Best of ICAST 2025” for The Bait Shack

Whisker Seeker Tackle is proud to announce that our latest innovation, The Bait Shack™, has officially won the Best of ICAST 2025 award in the Best Fishing Accessory category at the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades (ICAST) — the world’s largest sportfishing trade show.

This award is one of the highest honors in the fishing industry, recognizing the most innovative and impactful new products and technologies. And this year, the spotlight landed squarely on Whisker Seeker Tackle’s Bait Shack™ — our solar-powered, ultra-durable live bait cooler designed to keep your bait alive longer and your time on the water more productive.

“We knew we had something special with The Bait Shack™ 2.0. Winning at ICAST just confirms what anglers across the country have been telling us — this product changes the game,” said Matt Davis, founder of Whisker Seeker Tackle.

What Makes The Bait Shack™ a Winner?

Designed by anglers, for anglers, The Bait Shack™ isn’t just another bait bucket or cooler — it’s a complete live bait system built to withstand the real-world abuse of serious fishing.

Key Features Include:

  • Solar-Powered Triple Aeration System: No more dead batteries. No more dead bait. The Bait Shack™ runs for up to 10 days (sometimes longer) on a single charge.
  • Cooler Construction: Built tough to take a beating and keep on chilling.
  • Insulated to Keep Temps Down: Keep bait cool and comfortable all day long.
  • Slime-Proof + Easy-Clean Interior: Because nobody likes scrubbing the funk.
  • USB Charging Options: Power it in the truck or on the go.
  • Bright, High-Visibility Color Options: Because your bait should never be boring.
  • Long-running Time: Runs for up to ten days on a single charge. 

Whether you’re targeting big blues, soaking minnows for crappie, or hauling shad before sunrise, The Bait Shack™ is built to protect your bait investment and streamline your setup — from the bank to the boat and back again.

More Than a Product – It’s a Statement

Whisker Seeker Tackle has always believed that catfish anglers deserve better gear, and The Bait Shack™ is a perfect example of that commitment. It’s tough. It’s smart. It’s built to solve real problems that real anglers face. And now, it’s officially an award-winning innovation recognized by the biggest names in the sportfishing industry.

We’re honored, humbled, and fired up to keep pushing the envelope in catfish gear — and we couldn’t have done it without our loyal customers, partners, and fishing community who’ve supported us every step of the way.

Ready to Join the Bait Shack Revolution?

The Bait Shack™ is available now — but demand is high and inventory is moving fast following the ICAST win.

From the riverbanks of Texas to the national stage at ICAST, Whisker Seeker Tackle is leading the charge for catfish innovation.

For more details go here.

Thank you for being part of it.

Tight lines and slime-covered hands,

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