Abstract: Fishing tackle casting device mounts to fishing rod for casting fishing lure including housing having a groove, and a trigger mechanism including a U-shaped rod. The fishing tackle casting device mounts to the handle or fishing pole of the fishing rod. The fishing rod includes a line reel having line drawn from a line reel along the fishing pole. Line includes a fishing lure that locks to U-shaped rod through a groove causing the fishing pole to bend and store energy. The fishing pole may direct toward targeted area and the trigger mechanism actuation releases the fishing lure from U-shaped rod through the groove causing tension release of bent fishing pole, making fishing lure and line travel to targeted area. The trigger mechanism includes trigger support mechanism for connecting line from the line reel and helps control speed/release of tension on the line when the fishing lure is cast.

Abstract: A bottle-style reel for bow-fishing and the like provides a retriever bottle that is tipped out of the vertical plane defined by the crank axis and the rotation of interengaging wheels that grip the fishing line and push it into the retriever bottle. In this way the retriever mechanism of the interengaging wheels can be aligned with the bow grip for reduced torque and simplified mounting.

Abstract: A drag adjusting reel assembly suitable for facilitating selective manual adjustment of a drag force applied to a fishing line may include a reel mount bracket configured for mounting on a fishing bow. A reel shaft may be carried by the reel mount bracket. A line spool may be drivingly engaged for rotation by the reel shaft. A drag adjusting mechanism may include a drag adjusting bracket carried by the reel mount bracket. A spool extension may extend from and be rotational with the line spool. The spool extension may be disposed adjacent to the drag adjusting bracket. A drag adjusting lever may include a cam having a cam surface configured to selectively actuate the spool extension against the drag adjusting bracket.

Abstract: The fishing lure launching device is a mechanical device. The fishing lure launching device launches a payload. In the first potential embodiment of the disclosure, the payload comprises one or more elements selected from the group consisting of a fishing line, a fishing lure, a leader and a swivel. An example of a fishing lure is a spinnerbait lure. The fishing lure launching device launches the payload on a controlled trajectory. The fishing lure launching device is a pneumatically operated device. The fishing lure launching device comprises a bucket, a transfer shaft, a thrust structure, a trigger valve, an adjustable pressure regulator, and a gas source. The payload is contained in the bucket. The transfer shaft attaches the bucket to the thrust structure. The thrust structure generates the forces necessary to launch the payload out of the bucket. The trigger valve initiates the operation of the thrust structure.

Abstract: A reel for fishing line or the like provides for extremely rapid payout by releasing the line to unwind by sliding rapidly around a guide surrounding the line spool and by rotation of the line spool itself. A handle extending rearwardly from the reel controls a line guide preventing sliding of the fishing line around the guide and providing controllable friction and locking of rotation of the line spool only when actuated by the user to permit retraction of the line or controlled tensioning of the line.

Abstract: A fishing cooler for a beverage container. The fishing cooler preferably has a container insulator with a spool disposed thereon. Optionally, a lure holder can be incorporated into or otherwise attached to the container insulator. A cleat can also optionally be provided on the container insulator. Most preferably, fishing line is wrapped around the spool such that a user can hand-fish while grasping the fishing cooler.

Abstract: A lighting device producing white light having a target color correlated temperature (CCT) value includes an LED array having one or more red LEDs, one or more warm white LEDs, and one or more cool white LED; one or more photo-luminescent materials for shifting the CCT value of the light emitted from the cool white LED toward a green CCT value and/or the CCT value of the light emitted from the warm white LED toward a yellow CCT value; and a waveguide material having a mixing region for mixing the shifted and unshifted light so as to generate white light having the target CCT value and an output region for outputting the white light.

Abstract: A bowfishing reel that is biased into an open position in which the line is free to be fed from the reel. When desired, the user can actuate a mechanism that forces the bail into the closed position while the mechanism is engaged. Once the mechanism is released, the bail returns to the open position.

Abstract: Devices for automatic fishing line release during a cast using the acceleration and deceleration of the rod to automatically release the fishing line. In one embodiment, the device is in an under-the-rod position. In another embodiment, the devices is in an over-the-rod position. In other embodiments, the over or under the rod function is determined by manufacturer or user adjustments or changes.

Abstract: The fishing rod with casting mechanism enables an angler to cast a lure or the like by cocking or arming the mechanism and pressing the release. The device includes a central stock having a lower brace and upper tubular member spaced apart from the lower brace, with forward and rearward plates connecting the brace and tube. A spinning reel is installed between the lower brace and upper tube. A coil compression spring and a plurality of elastic tensile members in tandem therewith is installed in the upper tubular member. A telescoping rod extends from the forward plate, and a handle extends from the rear plate. The mechanism propels a projectile (lure, sinker, float, etc.) and tackle (hook, lure, etc.) when the compressed spring and extended elastic bands are released. The projectile draws the fishing line from the reel. The projectile and tackle are reeled in conventionally after the cast.

Abstract: A propelling device for propelling bait and lures featuring a tube, a bracket is disposed on the tube, and a mounting plate disposed on the bracket. The mounting plate and tube sandwich a fishing rod. A wing extends upwardly from the mounting plate to engage the reel seat base of a reel. A spring is disposed in an inner cavity of the tube. The spring can move between a relaxed position and a compressed position. A plunger extends out of the first end of the tube and is attached to an outer end of the spring. When the plunger is pulled backwardly away from the tube the spring moves to the compressed position and when the plunger is released the spring moves back to the relaxed position such that an object in front of the outer end of the spring is propelled out of the second end of the tube.

Abstract: A fishing casting device (10) for mounting onto a fishing rod (12), the casting device comprising a mount (20) and a catch (30) connected to the mount (20), wherein the fishing line (15) is releasably held by the catch (30). The device (10) also includes a release mechanism (40) adapted to release the fishing line (15) from the catch (30) during a casting action when a predetermined casting force is reached.

Abstract: A fishing rod with automatic casting mechanism includes an elongated fishing rod, a reel and a length of fishing line stored on the reel with one end of the line fixed to the reel and a plurality of line guides along the rod with a single line guide at the distal end thereof. The fishing line extends from the reel and through the line guides including the final line guide at the end of the rod. A weighted fishing lure is attached to an opposite end of the fishing line and includes the hook. In addition, a tubular member includes a front and rear position and spring biased mechanism including a coil spring contained within the tubular member for automatically casting the fishing lure over a body of water for a distance of 100 meters or more.

Abstract: A fishing rod with automatic casting mechanism includes an elongated fishing rod, a reel and a length of fishing line stored on the reel with one end of the line fixed to the reel and a plurality of line guides along the rod with a single line guide at the distal end thereof. The fishing line extends from the reel and through the line guides including the final line guide at the end of the rod. A weighted fishing lure is attached to an opposite end of the fishing line and includes the hook. In addition, a tubular member includes a front and rear position and spring biased mechanism including a coil spring contained within the tubular member for automatically casting the fishing lure over a body of water for a distance of 100 meters or more.

Abstract: A free-standing, cross-shaped tubular frame having a v-shaped top portion with two pair of elastic projection means disposed therein, a carrier affixed to the two pair of elastic projection means, the carrier adapted for retaining surf-fishing bait and rigging, the device adapted for pulling the carrier rearward and propelling the surf-fishing bait and rigging forward when the carrier is released.

Abstract: The present application is directed to a fishing device comprising a body, a reel, an article of fishing tackle, fishing line attached to the reel and to the article of fishing tackle, and a spring-powered launch mechanism. The launch mechanism comprises a slidable member, in slidable relation with the body and adapted to releasably receive the article of fishing tackle, and at least one extension member which can be extended and subsequently released to impart a motive force on the slidable member and propel the article of fishing tackle from the fishing device.

Abstract: An apparatus for releasable attachment to a fishing rod, said apparatus including: a barrel having a first end and a releasably sealed first region; wherein the first region of the barrel includes a space within the barrel substantially bounded by a second end of the barrel and a protrusion disposed inside the barrel; and a means of selectably adjusting the volume of the first region including adjusting the position of the protrusion along a length of the barrel; and wherein when the protrusion is disposed inside the barrel, it extends radially-inwardly of the barrel in a substantially transverse orientation to an elongate axis of the barrel; and a means of controllably feeding a propellant into the releasably sealed first region; and a means of expanding the propellant whereby the said expansion of the propellant causes a projectile disposed within the barrel to be propelled outwardly of the barrel via the first end.

Abstract: A fishing rod with elastic sling bait launcher utilizes potential energy stored in a pre-tensioned elastic cord to propel a fishing lure or bait attached to one end of a fishing line forward from the rod tip without requiring casting motion of the rod, the other end of the line unwinding from a reel attached to said handle. The sling launcher includes a U-shaped yoke which is secured to the rod shaft at adjustable distances forward of the handle and reel. The elastic sling has an elastic member consisting of an elongated length of elastic cord or a tension spring attached at opposite ends thereof to upper ends of a pair of laterally opposed, upwardly protruding yoke arms.

Abstract: A device is disclosed that pneumatically propels a fishing lure or bait/weight combination a great distance. Pneumatic pressure is provided in combination with a conventional ice chest. A pneumatic tube is releasably provided from the ice chest. The pneumatic tube also operates as a handle to pull the ice chest on wheels when the pneumatic tube is in storage position. A power piston located within the pneumatic tube propels the fishing lure or bait/weight combination with pneumatic pressure is released with a valve mechanism.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to providing self-propelled casting within a fishing apparatus that is the functional replacement of a conventional rod and reel combination. The system and method of the present invention advantageously include utilization of a self-propelled casting apparatus that employs a compression spring motor to impart a sufficient force on a projectile loaded within a tubular support member, to launch the projectile during a casting cycle. The casting apparatus employs a point-and-release method of safely and accurately casting a bobber or other article of fishing tackle over a specified distance.

Abstract: A device to be used to propel a hook, weighted lure or popping cork is disclosed. The device is intended to be used with a conventional fishing rod and reel. The device comprises a storage vessel for compressed air, a valve for releasing the air, and an elongated tube adapted to receive the weighted hook, lure with water or popping cork. In addition, the present invention is particularly adapted to be used with a baited hook, weighted and frozen in a block of ice. The device can also be adapted to propel a larger object such as a floatation device attached to a rope to assist in rescue operations.

Abstract: A device to be used to propel a hook, weighted lure or popping cork is disclosed. The device is intended to be used with a conventional fishing rod and reel. The device comprises a storage vessel for compressed air, a valve for releasing the air, and an elongated tube adapted to receive the weighted hook, lure with water or popping cork. In addition, the present invention is particularly adapted to be used with a baited hook, weighted and frozen in a block of ice.

Abstract: A device is disclosed that pneumatically propels a fishing lure or bait/weight combination a great distance. Pneumatic pressure is provided in combination with a conventional ice chest. A pneumatic tube is releasably provided from the ice chest. The pneumatic tube also operates as a handle to pull the ice chest on wheels when the pneumatic tube is in storage position. A power piston located within the pneumatic tube propels the fishing lure or bait/weight combination with pneumatic pressure is released with a valve mechanism.

Abstract: A fishing pole accessory includes a base assembly, a platform pivotally coupled to a top end of the base assembly, a plurality of arms directly connected to the platform, a sling with opposed ends anchored to the arms in such a manner that the sling is resiliently adapted between stretched and equilibrium positions, and a mounting clamp pivotally coupled directly to the base assembly which is articulated about a second axis registered orthogonal to the first axis.

Abstract: A powered fishing line casting system utilizing compressed air is provided to cast a projectile provided with fishhooks and bait, and to which the fishing line to be cast is attached, to greater distances than could be achieved using conventional casting methods. The system includes a hollow launch tube sized to accommodate insertion of the projectile. A reducer is disposed adjacent to one end of the launch tube and is adapted to receive a flow of compressed gas from an accumulator tank and to discharge a stream of high-velocity air that impinges upon the projectile disposed within the launch tube in order to launch the projectile. A manually-operable valve is interposed between the reducer and the accumulator tank to control the flow of air to the reducer. Spaced-apart front and rear support legs provide stable support for the system during and between launches of a fishing line carrying projectile.

Abstract: A fishing rod includes an elongate shaft defining an interior space. A stop, a cocking rod, a firing rod, and an energizing element are mounted in the interior space. The cocking rod may transfer energy to the energizing element. A trigger attached to the cocking rod is selectively movable through an opening in the stop for releasing the energizing element's energy. A trigger release assembly proximate the trigger includes a ball bushing slidably coupled to the cocking rod and a button extending through the elongate shaft. A rod tip is included for selectively retaining an item of fishing tackle attached to a fishing line. Means are included for anchoring and locking the position of the fishing line. In use, energy is transferred to the energizing element and then selectively released to automatically cast the fishing line by swinging the rod in a traditional casting motion or by pushing a button.

Abstract: Apparatus for securing an object to a tubular member. The apparatus includes anchorage structure for releasably engaging a tubular member and structure for connecting an object to the anchorage structure. Additionally, the apparatus includes structure carried by the connecting structure for adjusting the pitch of an object carried by the apparatus.

Abstract: The spring loaded fishing rod is a fresh or salt water fishing rod that allows a fisherman to cast without using any swinging force of the arm. This allows the angler more accurate casting as well as aiding him when casting from beneath trees or in dense underbrush. The first version of the present invention is basically a spring loaded fishing rod wherein the top portion of the rod slides into the lower portion of the rod, compressing a spring which propels the lure in the desired direction when the tension is released. The second version of the present invention can be added on to an existing rod and features a spring loaded cartridge with two eye hooks which is suspended from the last two eyes on the existing rod. The end eye slides along the cartridge to compress the enclosed spring. In the third version of the present invention, the spring is loaded in the distal portion of the rod, and the end eye slides through the tube to compress the spring.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to providing self-propelled casting within a fishing apparatus that is the functional replacement of a conventional rod and reel combination. The system and method of the present invention advantageously include utilization of a self-propelled casting apparatus that employs a constant torque spring motor to provide a flat torque/force response both in the loading and releasing phases of a casting cycle. The casting apparatus employs a point-and-release method of safely and accurately casting a bobber or other article of fishing tackle over a specified distance.

Abstract: Fishing apparatus comprises a weight comprising attachment means for attaching the weight to a fishing line and means for projecting the weight into a body of water. The means for projecting comprises a barrel having a bore, the bore being adapted to receive the weight, a tank adapted to hold a reservoir of compressed gas, such as air, and valve means connected between the bore and tank, and operable to supply compressed gas from the tank to the bore to project the weight out of the barrel.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to providing self-propelled casting within a fishing apparatus that is the functional replacement of a conventional rod and reel combination. The system and method of the present invention advantageously include utilization of a self-propelled casting apparatus that employs a constant torque spring motor to provide a flat torque/force response both in the loading and releasing phases of a casting cycle. The casting apparatus employs a point-and-release method of safely and accurately casting a bobber or other article of fishing tackle over a specified distance.

Abstract: A portable rod and reel device utilizing trigger-actuated line release and braking mechanism is provided in which a fishing line reel of an otherwise conventional design is integrated with a trigger-actuated line release and braking mechanism. The reel is based upon a conventional spincast reel design for winding and releasing a length of fishing line. The reel is mounted and enclosed within a main housing. A prolate void volume is formed throughout a central portion of the main housing, through which fingers pass, thus facilitating a firm grasp of the main housing. A hollow rod is attached to an end of the main housing. A hook restraint is removably attached to an end of the hollow rod. A trigger element functions so as to allow for both the release and braking of fishing line in a controlled, easy manner through conjunctive engagement with the reel.

Abstract: A line retainer for use with bow fishing reels, which provide extremely low drag on the line, holds the line retained in the bottle so as to reduce the chance of snagging or catching, and yet automatically releases with release of the arrow avoiding the need for manual release as is required by conventional spin casting type reels.

Abstract: A rod and reel combination which may be configured for normal casting or for automatic casting. For automatic casting the rod is flexed by turning the reel crank and the cast is made by pressing the thumb button to free the line as the kinetic energy stored in the flexed rod is imparted to the weight.

Abstract: A rod and reel combination which may be configured for normal casting or for automatic casting. For automatic casting the rod is flexed by turning the reel crank and the cast is made by pressing the thumb button to free the line as the kinetic energy stored in the flexed rod is imparted to the weight.

Abstract: An automatic fishing line casting system for casting a fishing line connected to an elongated fishing pole. The fishing pole having a reel and a plurality of eyelets mounted along a length of the fishing pole. The fishing line extends through each of the eyelets. The automatic fishing line casting system includes an elongated barrel that has open first and second ends. A peripheral wall extends between the open first and second ends defining a bore extending through the barrel. A projectile is removably positioned in the bore of the barrel and is couplable to a portion of the fishing line. A propellant is positioned in an interior of a cartridge for propelling the projectile from the barrel. A housing is mounted to the open first end of the barrel for holding the cartridge.

Abstract: A surf casting system employing a specially designed bow and arrow and a reel which are capable of projecting a fishing line along with a leader line, hook and bait to distances greater than 100 yards, permitting fishing at distances from the shore that were heretofore generally unattainable with conventional equipment. The bow supports the reel which carries the fishing line. The axis of rotation of the reel is oriented parallel to the direction of flight of the arrow, enabling the line to spill off from the reel at the high speed of the arrow. A line damping system is employed to keep the line sufficiently taught and confined to preventing the tangling of the line as it is released from the reel. The damping system is designed to function without appreciably affecting the speed and distance of the arrow. The composition and density of the arrow is varied to permit either surface or bottom fishing.

Abstract: A fishing pole which can throw a fishing line connected to a hook. The fishing pole has a handle, to which a flexible rod is attached. The rod has a rod passage, through which the fishing line passes, and has a rod tip and a rod base. A spring seat is affixed with respect to the rod base. A compression spring is mounted on the rod, and engages the spring seat. A line carrier has a guide passage therethrough, which is slidably engageable with the rod, and a spring-bearing surface for engaging the compression spring. The line carrier engages the fishing line and throws the fishing line when the line carrier is propelled from the rod by the compression spring. The line carrier is configured to prevent passage of the hook through the rod passage. Preferably, the line carrier has an enclosure for containing the hook. For certain embodiments, a depth control clip may be attached to the fishing line to allow the user to control the depth of the hook.

Abstract: A casting control mechanism for fishing reels includes a weighted member slidably mounted within the handle portion of the fishing rod and which in response to forward casting of the rod and reel will advance into engagement with a trip arm extending from the rod into the reel to release one or more line pick-up members utilized to control the advancement of a fishing line from the reel; and the weighted member is adjustably positioned within the handle portion by the fisherman to control the point of release of the fishing line in response to casting of the line.

Abstract: A casting apparatus for casting a flexible line such as fishing line. First and second elongate hollow tubes having open ends are disposed with the open end of one of the tubes extending telescopically into the open end of the other tube. An open container is disposed on the second hollow tube for holding the end of the flexible line therein. A spring member resides within the tubes and extends through telescopically overlapping sections of the tubes. A user inserts the end of a fishing line into the open container with a lure or bait attached to the end of the line, pulls the second tube backwardly against the spring member and releases the second tube, thereby permitting the spring member to thrust and second tube forwardly and launch the end of the line through the air.

Abstract: A wheel, journalled on supports atop the reel housing has a slot formed therein. Limbs attached to both the wheel, and the reel thumb actuator, cause the wheel to rotate in common with depression of the actuator, and dispose the slot rearwardly. The slot latchingly receives the hook of a lure, with the fishing rod bent into an energy-stored, strained disposition. With release of the thumb actuator, the lure flies outwardly in a substantially flat trajectory. Also, the cone is only slidably coupled to the reel housing, so that line will not be released until the cone, biasingly held to the housing, returns into full engagement with the housing.

Abstract: A fishing bobber comprises a water tight air chamber having an guide tube passing therethrough. A slide tube slides back and forth within the guide tube. A housing extends downwardly from the air chamber, and the housing has an open bottom end. The lower end of an elongate slide tube is attached to a circular reel member that has a recessed groove circumscribing its perimeter. The reel member is of a size that when the slide tube slides downwardly, the reel member moves out of the lower end of the housing to a position spaced below the open, bottom end of the housing. When the slide tube slides upwardly, the reel member moves into the open end of the housing. A fishing line is attached to the bobber, and a leader portion of the fishing line that extends from the bobber. The leader portion can be wrapped around the recessed groove of the reel member.

Abstract: A line shooter including a spool of light line freely releasing and susceptible of recovery using manual or powered mechanisms and furthermore having a soft weighted mass attached to a free end thereof, a handle and brace enabling holding in one hand, and a U-shaped arm member having an elastic sling affixed to the free ends thereof. In practice the weighted mass is launched into the region the line is intended to be thrown by using the elastic sling. Retrieval of the mass and line is accomplished by the manual or powered recovery system.

Abstract: A manually held instrument having an elongated tube containing a compressed spring unit, into which tube a sinker of a connected fishline is adapted to be entered into abutment with the compressed spring unit. A stop restraining expansion of the compressed spring unit is adapted to be finger released by the fishman; and, when the stop is released from the compressed spring unit, the latter forcefully expands to cast the abutting sinker and connected fishline an appreciable distance from the instrument into the water. A push-rod slidable in an elongated support mounted to the body of the instrument may be removed by the fishman and entered into the elongated tube to return the spring unit to its compressed condition restrained by the stop.

Abstract: A gas powered fishing pole having a conventional reel and rod and a gas powered projection device having a firing chamber with an external end from which a projectile with a hook or lure attached is fired. The improvement comprising a gas projection device that is no more than one half the length of the fishing rod, yet in which the gas charge is generated by manual operation of a lever actuated piston mechanism and wherein the projection device is secured to a fishing rod by a plurality of attachment means, but in which no more than one such means is attached in proximity to the external end of the firing chamber.

Abstract: A slingshot for use in shooting a fish line comprises a Y-shaped body having two arms, each of which is provided with a safety pin and an upper tip to which an end of an elastic band is fastened. The elastic band is provided at the midpoint thereof with a leather piece attached firmed, thereto. The Y-shaped body further has a bottom end fastened to a fastener which is in turn fastened to a fishing rod. The bottom end of the Y-shaped body is fastened to the fastener in a manner that the Y-shaped body can be so adjusted as to be placed in a position perpendicular to the fishing rod or in a position in which the Y-shaped body rests on the fishing rod. With the slingshot, an angler is able to hurl out a fish line, along with a fishhook, a sinker and a float, to hit an intended area of the water surface.

Abstract: A spinning reel includes a pair of arms formed on a rotor disposed in a forward portion of a reel body. At least one of the arms carries an oscillatable arm, and a bail arm extends between the oscillatable arm and the other arm or an oscillatable arm attached to the other arm to be switchable between a line winding position and a line freeing position. A bail engaging element is formed on the oscillatable arm or a member oscillatable with the oscillatable arm. The bait engaging element is operable to hold a bait against a forward tension when the bail arm is set to the line winding position, and to release the bait forwardly when the bail arm is set to the line freeing position.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a device that can be affixed to a conventional fishing rod having a reel, a bail, a fishing line, and a lure, said device being capable of engaging the fishing line when the bail is released, maintaining engagement of the line while the rod is flexed and released, and releasing the line instantly when the line becomes slack, so that the lure is cast forward by the straightening of the rod and then allowed to travel on a trajectory that is unrestrained by the line.

Abstract: A fishing rod apparatus is arranged with a first and second rod tube reciprocatably mounting a plunger therethrough. The second rod tube selectively utilizes spring or pneumatic pressure to direct the rod exteriorly through a forward end portion of the first tube. The forward end portion of the first tube is arranged to position a fishing line support such as a float to direct the associated fishing line to a desired target casting position relative to the rod structure.

Abstract: A fishing apparatus is provided wherein an archery bow mounting a fishing reel thereon includes a tether line of fishing string wound from the reel to an arrowhead member, wherein the arrowhead member is releasably mounted to a shaft for securement within a target fish for separation of the shaft to secure the fish permitting reeling in of the shaft, fish, and arrowhead assembly. A modification of the invention includes the arrowhead pivotally mounted to the shaft structure and a central shaft housing mounting an inflatable balloon member inflated to bring a target fish to the surface in a fishing situation for ease of sighting and retrieval of the fish.