Why We Exist. Why It Matters. Why Anglers Share It.

Every angler knows the feeling.

You launch at sunrise—quiet, glass-calm water, that cool bite of morning air, and the promise of a day you’ll never forget. But somewhere between the first waypoint and the first cast, something doesn’t work. A flicker on the graph. A weak trolling motor. A breaker that won’t reset. A rat’s nest of wires someone else “rigged” years ago.

Suddenly, your perfect day… isn’t.

Most fishermen don’t talk about it, but they all know the truth:
electrical problems steal memories, waste time, and ruin the confidence we need on the water.

For years, anglers have been told to “figure it out.”
Patch it. Tape it. Zip-tie it. Hope for the best.
But nothing about fishing success should depend on luck—especially not your power system.

So we built a better way.

Connect-Ease started with one simple belief:
outdoor people deserve gear that works as hard as they do.
No more hacks. No more guessing. No more losing fish because a connection failed.

Every kit we make—whether it powers your graphs, your trolling motor, your kayak electronics, or your off-grid adventures—is designed for one mission:

Give you rock-solid, proven, professional-grade power… without needing to be an electrician.

Because most anglers aren’t trying to be wiring experts.
They just want gear that works every single time.

That’s why our connectors are tinned copper marine-grade.

Why our harnesses are labeled, color-coded, and protected.
Why Connections, fuses are pre-installed, Fool Proof
Why every part is tested by tournament pros, weekend warriors, and guides who can’t afford failures.

Dependability—that’s the real product we sell.

When your power system just works, you fish better.
You stay safer.
You explore farther.
You spend more time making memories instead of fighting problems and making repairs.

That’s what our founder Cal wanted.
That’s what thousands of anglers now expect.
And that’s what every Connect-Ease product delivers.

A Story Worth Sharing

It’s an easy story for anglers to pass along because it’s true:

“I stopped fighting wiring problems.
I started enjoying my time on the water.
Connect-Ease made it simple.”

People share Connect-Ease because it helps their buddies—their sons, daughters, fishing partners, and anyone who deserves a smoother day on the water. Word of mouth spreads because the product actually solves the pain.

What We Believe

✔ Fishing should be about family—not fighting wires.

✔ Power issues should never cost you a fish, a tournament, or a weekend.

✔ Everyone deserves pro-level performance without pro-level complexity.

✔ Memories matter more than any connector—but the right connector protects the memories.

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The Heart of the Brand

Connect-Ease isn’t just wiring.

It’s confidence.
It’s reliability.
It’s peace of mind for every adventure.

Whether it’s your first crappie with your kid, your 20th tournament season, or a kayak trip deep into the backwaters—we keep your passion powered.

 

About the Connect-Ease Team

Cal is a lifelong avid outdoorsman who enjoys fishing, hunting, and shooting sports. The Connect-Ease team spans numerous fishing guides, professional walleye and bass anglers, everyday anglers, and manufacturer expert consultants in the battery and fishing electronics industries. Connect-Ease is a Minnesota-based company with a passion and mission to develop innovative practical products that allow sportsmen, women, and families to enjoy more time in the great outdoors. PROUDLY BUILT IN THE USA

Connect-Ease is a Minnesota-based company founded to solve a very practical problem: how to simplify and improve the way outdoor enthusiasts connect and use their batteries. The company was started by Cal Munkvold – an avid angler, hunter, and shooting sports instructor – who grew frustrated with the unreliable, cumbersome battery hookup methods available in the market. After spending years rigging his own boats, ATVs, and buddies’ equipment (securing a patent in project management software during a prior career in IT), Cal decided to form Connect-Ease in 2013 to bring his ideas to life. He literally began as a bootstrap operation out of his garage in Eden Prairie, MN, focusing on creating an “ingenious and innovative” suite of battery connection products that would eliminate the headaches of traditional ring terminals and post clamps solutions.

The mission remains to allow sportsmen and women to “enjoy more time in the great outdoors” by making their power connections easy, quick, and trouble-free. This Minnesota-grown company still embodies Cal’s innovative spirit – known to keep a notebook by his side for jotting down new ideas gained from customer issues, continually innovating on a better ways to wire outdoor equipment

Founder:

Cal Munkvold is an entrepreneur, product innovator, and outdoorsman known for building premium power and wiring solutions for modern anglers. Based in Minnesota, he leads Connect-Ease, a marine electronics and power-rigging company focused on precision, reliability, and frustration-free installation. Calvin’s work bridges engineering discipline with real-world fishing experience, delivering plug-and-play systems trusted by professional anglers, dealers, and OEM partners nationwide. He is deeply involved in product strategy, brand storytelling, and channel growth, with a sharp focus on dealer profitability and long-term partnerships. Beyond business, Calvin is passionate about faith, family, and time on the water, believing great design should protect moments that matter most. His leadership blends grit, authenticity, and a relentless commitment to doing things the right way—on the boat, in the shop, and in life. He continues championing innovation, stewardship, and craftsmanship across the marine industry nationwide.