Texasraised97 Posted February 3, 2015 Posted February 3, 2015 I want know some tackle box essentials, whether it be baits to tools to anything else a fishermen should keep in a tackle box. Thank you! Quote
Trenton Posted February 3, 2015 Posted February 3, 2015 Mutli-tool enough said lol but usually a lot of bullet weights,line,pair of clippers,lots of gama hooks, etc etc before all the plastics and hard baits Quote
Super User gardnerjigman Posted February 3, 2015 Super User Posted February 3, 2015 What was said above with: Small first aid kit Scissors Lighter Scale Golden rule Quote
Trenton Posted February 3, 2015 Posted February 3, 2015 Ahhh golden rule and scale are good ones I forgot. Really should have a small first aid kit but usually don't have one with me lol Quote
Super User Angry John Posted February 3, 2015 Super User Posted February 3, 2015 Some band aids and a backup pair of glasses ibuprofen Quote
Dylcook91 Posted February 3, 2015 Posted February 3, 2015 For those of us that do a lot of bank fishing...it is essential to keep it light hahaha Quote
Green Trout Posted February 3, 2015 Posted February 3, 2015 You need a good pair of line clippers. They need to be able to cut line with 1 snip. This is so important and I think a lot of anglers forget about it. I like the Boomerang tool. I hang it off of my tackle box or around my neck. This tool is small, compact and does not get in the way. I love mine and best of all they are not very expensive. Quote
Trenton Posted February 3, 2015 Posted February 3, 2015 For those of us that do a lot of bank fishing...it is essential to keep it light hahaha Soon as you get a boat everything will change lol tons more stuff lol plus you can just fish any body of water a lot better and easier. I started really small a tiny Jon boat and I'm not a small guy lol so yeah it sucked but I had so much fun. Now I got a little bigger Jon that I converted into a bass boat myself. Next year I'll probably upgrade again. To many benefits fishing from a boat not to get one and to many memories made from mine 1 Quote
Super User OkobojiEagle Posted February 3, 2015 Super User Posted February 3, 2015 hook sharpener... oe Quote
Doc-Drew Posted February 3, 2015 Posted February 3, 2015 If any of your equipment uses fuses, make sure to have extra fuses. I agree with Green Trout about the Boomerang. It is a great little tool. Ibuprofen is one that I overlooked for a while. Those bright sunny days can wreak havoc on your eyes causing headaches which are not fun to fish with. ESPECIALLY if the wife has one. Some noise making device-whether it be an air horn, whistle, etc. Just something to get others' attention if something were to go badly. 2 Quote
Super User fishballer06 Posted February 3, 2015 Super User Posted February 3, 2015 I always have a flashlight and/or headlight on me as well. Quote
Global Moderator Mike L Posted February 3, 2015 Global Moderator Posted February 3, 2015 These come to mind without checking my bag.... Line and lure Scent Dye Pliers Scissors Cull clips File Clippers Rejuvenate Small flashlight First aid kit Extra glasses (reading or otherwise) Buff Rag Rod and/or reel wraps Glue Reel oil/grease Chap stick Mike Quote
Heron Posted February 3, 2015 Posted February 3, 2015 Umbrella hat Bear Spray Swim Suit 24 piece socket set Deer urine web gear a bag of rubberbands Quote
Super User *Hootie Posted February 3, 2015 Super User Posted February 3, 2015 Coffee, a must have, coffee. Not a fishing item, but I must have it. Hootie 3 Quote
Super User scaleface Posted February 3, 2015 Super User Posted February 3, 2015 Leatherman Wave or Charge they have Pliers , knife , screwdrivers , saw and a "diamond" file for sharpening hooks. I even sharpened the eyeglass screwdriver to a point , to break the paint out of jighead eyes. Keep an eye out for clearance sales and stockpile jig heads , hooks , weights... Those spring hook keepers are valuable as are DOA pinch weights. I can make my own swim bait hook on the water with these . Quote
Texasraised97 Posted February 4, 2015 Author Posted February 4, 2015 I'm going bass fishing this sunday with one of my friends. Can someone name some tackel I should definitely buy? What hooks and sizes, baits, weights? Anything like that to get me started. Thanks! Quote
Super User Choporoz Posted February 5, 2015 Super User Posted February 5, 2015 What do you already have? What's your budget? Quote
Delaware Valley Tackle Posted February 5, 2015 Posted February 5, 2015 No one's mentioned most critical, must have , wait for it......... Dude Wipes! 2 Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted February 5, 2015 Super User Posted February 5, 2015 No one's mentioned most critical, must have , wait for it......... Dude Wipes! G-Man has made them famous! Quote
Super User Cgolf Posted February 5, 2015 Super User Posted February 5, 2015 For me I have learned the hard way to always carry a small box with extra terminal tackle like snaps, split rings, extra hooks, etc. Also when on a trip a rod tip repair kit is invaluable, have only used it twice, but glad I had it. As far as baits always carry a box with tubes and 4 and 5" grubs, because they flat out catch em anywhere. Quote
primetime Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 braid cutters, pliers, hook remover, lots of terminal tackle, extra reel in your bag spooled with mono in case of bad luck, and scent...People always ask to borrow my scent, cutters and also make sure to have a rag or towel to keep hands clean so you don't stain close, boat etc...Also always keep ibuprofren if you get headaches or migraines, and plenty of drinks and food. Also bug spray in case you stay late, or at least a cigar to put in sand if on shore to keep bugs away... Quote
Super User Angry John Posted February 6, 2015 Super User Posted February 6, 2015 Depending on the time of year sunscreen and a good hat are required. 1 Quote
Super User *Hootie Posted February 6, 2015 Super User Posted February 6, 2015 Depending on the time of year sunscreen and a good hat are required. X2...Absolutely! Hootie Quote
flipin4bass Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 You never know when you'll come across an old fart like me with an Owner 5/0 stuck to the back of my favorite fishin pants. Quote
primetime Posted February 6, 2015 Posted February 6, 2015 Think big...Bring a Gaf just in case a 25 takes a swipe and you are not sure if you can swing it.... Quote
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