Angler Quest Podcast

The new 2024 Angler Qwest models have been released and the company is moving in a slighlty different direction.

Marketing Director Andrew St. Peter says the company is not abandoning it's fishing customers, but expanding the appeal of the popular pontoons.

Andrew explains the new models are designed to include family activities as well as angling.

You can learn more in this video as Andrew walks us through the Pro Family Fish model.

It's a special edition of the Angler Qwest podcast as celebrate 100 episodes with "Mr. Angler Qwest", Brad Dupuie.

Brad is the guy who came up with that first design for Angler Qwest and has spearheaded the evolution and improvements along the way.

Dupuie talks about his background as an angler and how that experience on the water has resulted in the "fishing machine" Angler Qwest has become.

He also discusses some changes in store for the Michigan based company and how they could improve availability of boats in the future.

We're talking with the winner of the inaugural Angler Qwest Owners Tournament on this edition of the podcast.

Scott Hand and crew, including his grandson Blake, took big fish and overall biggest weight at last year's event on Saginaw Bay out of the LInwood Beach Marina.

Scott describes why he got an Angler Qwest and how it's proven to be the perfect boat for his family.

He talks fishing strategy and describes his trolling set up for walleye.

Hand also says he expects this year's tourney to include more boats and says the competition should be tough...but he's ready for the challenge.

We're heading to Saginaw Bay on this edition of the Angler Qwest podcast to talk with Doug Ward of Xpress Fishing Charters.

The retired teacher turned charter captain is on his fourth Angler Qwest and says there's no better boat on the water. In fact, he replaced his Lund and Triton boats with an Angler Qwest.

Doug talks about the evolution of AQ and design improvements over the years.

He also describes his technique for Saginaw Bay Walleye including down rods with nightcrawlers and body baits with just one hook.

Ward talks about how he uses downscan and sidescan to find fish and the transition from walleye to salmon fishing.

The discussion wraps up with Doug's comments on why it's important to get kids involved in fishing.

We're headed West this time on the Angler Qwest podcast to talk with Jason Feldner of Perch Eyes Guide Service.

Jason runs his 26 foot Pro Troll for walleye on Devils Lake, Lake Sakakawea and the Misouri River.

He talks about how he first discovered Angler Qwest boats and why they're the perfect tool for his business.

Jason also discusses the finer points of boat control using the bow mount electric motor and a Power Pole at the transom.

The long time hunting and fishing guide also tells the story of catching a fifteen pound walleye from four feet of water.

We're talking with a fishing industry veteran this time on the Angler Qwest podcast.

Michigan angler John Bergsma was a touring walleye pro for many years and now hosts the Great Lakes Fisherman's Digest TV show.

John talks about his new 8526 Family Fish and compares it to his earlier Pro Troll.

He also describes how to run a multiple rod configuration, what the "zone of concentration" is and his preferred method of setting up planer boards.

The lifelong angler then talks about the mental benefits of fishing and springtime trolling can be very productive.

We're headed to the Heart of Dixie this month on the Angler Qwest podcast to talk with Captain Randy Cound of Hook N Up Guide Service.

Randy fishes Lake Martin for stripers, crappies and bass from his 824 Angler Qwest.

The lifelong angler talks about fishing that 45,000 acre impoundment, using live bait for big fish and the benefits of fishing deep with downriggers.

He also describes how his Angler Qwest is perfect boat to get new anglers hooked on fishing.

To learn more about Randy's guide service, check out FishingLakeMartin.com.

Some great tips on how to make a living in the fishing business this time on the Angler Qwest podcast.

Captain John Littlefield of Littlefield Sportfishing is a fishing educator, charter captain and avid multi species angler.

He talks about the similarities between hunting and fishing, why he's frustrated with ice fishing and he compares walleye fishing on Saginaw Bay vs. Lake Erie.

The Michigan angler then has great advice for salmon fishing on Grand Traverse Bay and why it's different than chasing kings on Lake Michigan.

He also describes what it takes to be successful in the fishing business, how he started working with Angler Qwest and why he believes AQ is the ultimate fishing machine.

Two great guests this time on the Angler Qwest Podcast!

First, "Mr. Angler Qwest", Brad Dupuie talks about the new tube design with thicker walls and sealed chambers for added safety.

He also discusses the state of the boating industry and why you shouldn't wait to order your new Angler Qwest.

Then, AQ Marketing Director Kristen Monroe talks her job to keep the Angler Qwest brand in front of new customers and existing owners.

She also discusses the upcoming boat show season and how those events can play a big role in buying the right boat.

We're heading south this month on the Angler Qwest Podcast to fish with Mike Gault of Time To Fish Charters.

Mike uses his 826 Pro Troll to chase stripers and catfish on Lake Murray in South Carolina.

The long time fishing guide talks about the challenges of fishing that lake, how he targets big fish using planer boards and live bait...and why winter offers some of the best action.

Mike also describes how he uses social media to promote his business and keep an online fishing log for future reference.

The retired Conservation Officer then goes on to describe why Angler Qwest is the perfect fishing machine for his clients and why it's the best choice to get young anglers hooked on fishing.