Newport® Teams Up with Mike "Ike" Iaconelli and Vegas "The Hammer" Iaconelli in Electric Fishing Revolution
Newport, the leaders in electric motors for kayaks and small boats, are thrilled to announce a powerful new partnership with professional angler Mike "Ike" Iaconelli and his son, rising bass fishing star Vegas "The Hammer" Iaconelli. Known for their passion for fishing from kayaks and small boats, the father-son duo brings their love for fishing to a whole new level with Newport’s electric motor technology.
“I’m pumped up and excited on so many levels to be partnering with Newport!” Mike Iaconelli exclaimed. “Vegas and I are fish heads at heart, and a lot of our fishing involves fishing from kayaks, small boats, and skiffs. I love this style of fishing because it brings me back to the roots of why I began fishing and allows me to fish water I couldn’t possibly access with bigger boats. Newport electric motors will help me get further, faster, and more efficiently than ever before!"
For Newport, the collaboration with the Iaconellis is about more than motors—it’s about a shared love for the freedom and adventure that fishing brings.
Howie Strech, Brand Marketing Manager at Newport, emphasized the synergy of the partnership: “We’re beyond thrilled to partner with Mike Iaconelli, the IKE brand, and the entire Professional Edge team. Mike’s unmatched dedication to growing the sport, his energy, and his reputation as a true ‘fish head’ make him a natural fit for our brand. Collaborating with an angler who’s not only a Hall of Famer but also someone who continually brings excitement to the kayak and small boat fishing world is something we’re truly proud of.”
Vegas Iaconelli, known as "The Hammer" for his impressive skills at just 12 years old, brings an exciting energy to the Newport team as well. “I’m super excited to be working with Newport alongside my dad! These motors are really cool, and I can’t wait to show what they can do on the water,” said Vegas.
Strech echoed that enthusiasm for the future, saying, “We’re equally excited with the addition of Vegas Iaconelli to this partnership as he makes his mark on competitive bass fishing. Vegas is a rising star who blends his innovative, new-age approach with the invaluable lessons he learns from his legendary father. Watching Vegas grow with Newport alongside one of the most influential figures in professional fishing is going to be incredible.”
Together, Newport and the Iaconellis are gearing up to show anglers of all types the power of electric motors, launching into unexplored waters where the traditional gas-powered outboard falls short. With a lineup that’s lightweight, durable, and environmentally conscious, Newport’s motors allow anglers to experience the water on their own terms!
Stay tuned for awesome content as this partnership unfolds, with Newport and the Iaconellis set to bring fans along for the ride into the next generation of fishing.
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This is great news. Legendary father along with his up-and-coming Son this is a winning combination. Happy to see they will both be a part of the NEWPORT Family!