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TUO introduces Vergence, a super-midweight hunting jacket featuring a 400g micro-tricot polyester exterior, lofted berber fleece interior, and innovative ergonomic hood with deployable facemask. The jacket balances warmth and mobility with ultra-quiet fabrics and DWR treatment, available in sizes SM–3XL in new Ryse Camouflage pattern at $249.99 starting Summer 2026.

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Whitewater Fishing has engineered its entire technical fishing pant collection around a high-recovery, 4-way stretch architecture, including the Prevail Pant, Everyday Pant, Luswea Jogger, and Horizon Lightweight Jogger. This universal standard eliminates restrictive bulk while providing unrestricted mobility across specialized fabric weights designed for every water application.

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TUO has launched a specialized turkey hunting collection for the 2026 spring season featuring the Verse™ pattern and products including the Kinetic Merino Hoodie System, Vision Hybrid Jacket, Aptitude Windproof Series, and Clime Pant designed for early-season mobility and concealment in low-cover environments.

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TUO has launched the Kinetic Merino 200 ÂĽ Zip Hoodie, featuring a 95% merino wool and 5% spandex blend with flatlock seams, a three-piece hood, and built-in facemask. According to TUO Marketing Director Steve Allie, the unique quarter-zip design with integrated hood and facemask provides versatile layering and temperature regulation for outdoor use.

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Whitewater Fishing introduces the Horizon Lightweight Jogger, a technical evolution of the best-selling Luswea Jogger designed for warmer weather. Featuring active-cooling poly/spandex double-weave fabric, zero-bunch engineering, and tactical storage, the jogger is engineered for high-output anglers and transitions seamlessly from boat deck to dock at $79.99.

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Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Whitewater Fishing launches the Everyday Pant, a versatile performance pant designed for anglers. Featuring UPF 50+ sun protection, quick-dry nylon-spandex blend, stain-release treatment, and articulated knees for unrestricted movement, the pant is available in three colorways with waist sizes 30-44 at $69.99 MSRP.

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Whitewater Fishing introduced the Beacon ÂĽ Zip Shirt, a hoodless alternative to their popular Beacon Technical Hoodie. The midweight shirt features the same premium 288g polyester fabric, fleece lining, and UPF 50+ sun protection, designed for easy layering without stacked hoods under rainwear.

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Blocker Outdoors introduces the Finisher Leafy Pullover Jacket, featuring 3D camouflage technology designed specifically for turkey hunting. The jacket uses leafy foliage patterning in Mossy Oak Greenleaf to break up the human silhouette and blend hunters into natural surroundings, with features including a half-zip design, gear pouch, and hand pockets.

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Blocker has launched two new Performance Hoodies designed specifically for turkey hunters: a Lightweight version for warm weather with moisture-wicking breathability, and a Midweight option with brushed fleece lining. Both feature a 3-piece articulated hood design and Blocker's S3® Anti-microbial finish to prevent odor.

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ScentLok introduces women's sizes for its iconic Alpha Elite Jacket and Bib, featuring Carbon Alloy® odor-adsorbing technology, DryLok® waterproof membrane, and Thinsulate® insulation for late-season hunting. Both pieces are available in women's S–2XL in Mossy Oak Terra Gila pattern at $349.99 MSRP.

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Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Whitewater Fishing has launched the Flats Short, a performance fishing short developed with input from collegiate and high school anglers. The shorts feature a quick-dry fabric blend, stain-release treatment, multiple pockets, and an 8-inch inseam, priced at $59.99.

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Whitewater Fishing, led by NEXUS Outdoors president Aaron Ambur, launches the Great Lakes Pro Jacket and Bibs featuring a proprietary 3-layer design with 20k waterproof and 30k breathability ratings. The innovative raingear includes 4-way stretch fabric, AquaGuard zippers, and specialized features designed through extensive field testing with pro staff and anglers.

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Monday, January 26, 2026

TUO introduces the Aptitude Softshell Jacket and Pant, featuring 4-way stretch fabric with the exclusive AeroGuard™ windproof membrane for mobility and weather protection. The garments incorporate Polygiene StayFresh™ and OdorCrunch™ technologies to reduce odor and washing frequency while maintaining comfort in tough conditions.

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