Solar Fishing Lure: A Revolution in Angling

Hakan Gürsu's Award-Winning Design Shines in Deep Waters

Imagine a fishing bait that not only attracts fish but also shines in deep water, making it easier for anglers to catch their prey. This is the reality brought to life by Hakan Gürsu's Solar Fishing Lure, an innovative design that has won the prestigious Golden A' Camping Gear and Outdoor Equipment Design Award in 2013.

Hakan Gürsu, a renowned designer, has created a unique fishing bait that stands out from the conventional ones. The Solar Fishing Lure, as its name suggests, is solar-powered and equipped with LED lights. These lights are charged by the sun and can shine in deep water, a feature that gives it a significant advantage over traditional baits.

The Solar Fishing Lure is activated by buttons placed on the fish's eyes. When pressed once, the LED lights start to light up, and when pressed twice, they begin to blink. This feature is particularly useful as fish are known to be attracted to shining objects and bright spots. The lure is presented in a six-piece package set, making it an ideal choice for sea lovers who enjoy fishing day and night.

What makes this design even more impressive is its sustainability. The lure consists of a flexible solar panel, batteries, reflectors, and hooks. It has LED bands in its back and an LED in its back fin. The design is made to last long, with the ability to easily open and replace the rechargeable batteries.

The Solar Fishing Lure is 12 centimeters long, a convenient size that makes it easy to handle. The lure is not just a tool for fishing, but a testament to the integration of design, innovation, and technology in enhancing lifestyle activities such as fishing.

It's no surprise that this design won the Golden A' Camping Gear and Outdoor Equipment Design Award in 2013. The award is granted to marvelous, outstanding, and trendsetting creations that reflect the designer's prodigy and wisdom. They are venerated products and bright ideas that advance art, science, design, and technology, embodying extraordinary excellence and significantly impacting the world with their desirable characteristics.

With the Solar Fishing Lure, Hakan Gürsu has demonstrated how a simple activity like fishing can be transformed through innovative design. It's a shining example of how technology can enhance our lifestyle activities, making them more efficient and enjoyable.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Hakan Gürsu
Image Credits: Hakan Gürsu
Project Team Members: Asst. Designer Eren Şenyurt
Project Name: Solar Fishing Lure
Project Client: Hakan Gürsu


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