Tearing my hair out looking for a new tackle bag...

[MickD]

This Cabelas, on sale, lifetime warranty, holds 5 3600's and is very close to the one I have (mine is older model).  Check the size against yours, multiply height/length/width for volume.

 

I am very pleased with it.  One thing to look at with bags is the size of the zippers, the robust, big zippers are what you want.  

 

http://www.cabelas.com/product/DELUXE-GEAR-BAG-DELUXE-GEAR-BAG/1729401.uts?searchPath=%2Fbrowse.cmd%3FcategoryId%3D734095080%26CQ_search%3Dfishing%2Btackle%2Bbags%26CQ_st%3Db

[Hez]

On 2/10/2017 at 4:02 PM, Skeeloco said:

I've spent hours this past week looking online for a new tackle bag but can't seem to find anything to my liking. I've also gone through old forum threads and couldn't find any recommendations for a bag that suits my needs. 

 

I'm looking for a medium sized bag that has the capability of storing three 3600 tackle trays as well as 8 to 10 bags of plastics, and a nice amount of pockets for other amenities such as pliers, clippers, scale, etc. Here's my current tackle bag which I like but just does not have enough storage for me anymore: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Plano-Medium-Bass-Fish-Scene-Bag/16351087. It measures 14.25 x 9.25 x 8.00 inches...while I currently have two 3600 trays and a good amount of plastics inside it's a pretty tight fit, so I figure something a few inches taller/ wider would probably be my best bet.

 

All the bags I've been looking at seem to be too big or too small. I'm mostly a shore fisherman frequently on the move so that's why I'd like to stick to a medium sized bag. Trying to stay in the $50 range, please let me know your recommendation if you are a similar style angler.

 

 

I just briefly browsed through this thread - as I'm in a bit of a hurry this morning....BUT...I think I may have just what you are looking for (my apologies if it has already been mentioned).

 

 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003M1IHB8/

 

I just purchased this for my tournaments as a co-angler, and was very pleased with it.  Check it out.  

 

Let me know if you have any specific questions about it.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

[scbassin]

He is a idea. I have a Plano tackle bag that I store under the step to my front deck in my boat. It's a 3700 & I changed to 3701 boxes & went from 4 to 6 boxes. They make a 3601 also so you would also have room for your bags of worms. It worked out so well for me I have changed all the 3700 boxes in my tackle storage system on the boat to the 3701 boxes. I can now carry a bigger selection of what I carry but just not as many of 1 item. I just replace what I need as needed which not that often.

 

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Plano-ProLatch-trade-StowAway-Utility-Boxes/737190.uts?searchPath=%2Fbrowse.cmd%3FcategoryId%3D734095080%26CQ_search%3Dplano%26CQ_st%3Db

[Angry John]

I wish they had a 3701 or a 3601 hydroflow.  The keep my baits from rusting.

[brown12687]

https://apmerchandise.com/collections/frontpage/products/ap-fishing-backpack

 

Has room for 3 3700 plano boxes in the bottom (not included) and the top has room for your plastics.  Also has rod holders on the side of the bag. 

[NYWayfarer]

 

This is one of the backpacks I use for fishing. The Under Armour Hustle 2

 

Plenty of room for everything I need to carry including my vacuum sealed 40oz water bottle in one of the side mesh holders. Outside is water repellent which helps.

[KDW96]

23 hours ago, Angry John said:

I wish they had a 3701 or a 3601 hydroflow.  The keep my baits from rusting.

 

An 1/8 drll bit will take care of the airflow issue. 1 hole around the outside in each compartment. 1 hole in each divider. And dont put wet lure back until its dry, or open the box up when you return home. Ive been doing the for years, and no rust problems

[SFL BassHunter]

I used to lug around a medium sized Okeechobee Flats tackle bag from Walmart. They hold a good amount of stuff. I eventually realized what a pain it ws to pick up the bag every time I was going to move. It wasn't an issue early on because I didn't really cover a lot of water but as my tactics changed it was becoming increasingly annoying.

 

I also realized I didn't need a ton of baits once I knew the bodies of water I was fishing. I now use a fishing style fanny pack. It holds a small plano for terminal tackle, up to 8 packs of bait, I've also put a couple of crank baits in their boxes along with 4-5 packs of bait.

Though on certain occasions I will take the medium bag in the trunk. I will try what I have in the pouch and if they don't work out, I will head over to the car, and switch things out till I find the winning bait or lure. This is a rare occurrence though.

 

The other option is a backpack, or a sling. Some of those shoulder slings are fairly big, though I don't think they will hold 3 planos and 10 bags of bait.

 

[Cgolf]

On 2/11/2017 at 6:25 AM, MittenMouth said:

I have the same Cabelas bag in Large for boating but it is now too small. I am moving to a Plano bag with 3700 series boxes. 

 

For shore fishing I use the cabelas waste pack and then swap out boxes as needed- this is insane right now too. http://www.cabelas.com/product/cabela-s-advanced-anglers-8482-waist-pack/1571764.uts?destination=%2Fcatalog%2Fbrowse%2Ftackle-bags%2F_%2FN-1100378%2FNo-0%2FNs-CATEGORY_SEQ_104619780%3FrecordsPerPage%3D18

 

 

 

I looked at this bag this weekend and it is really nice, but was just too big for what I carry lol.

[Angry John]

1 hour ago, KDW96 said:

 

An 1/8 drll bit will take care of the airflow issue. 1 hole around the outside in each compartment. 1 hole in each divider. And dont put wet lure back until its dry, or open the box up when you return home. Ive been doing the for years, and no rust problems

I use the hydroflows because I put them back in the box when I get done and set the entire tray on my bench to dry out.  Working out of a yak means I don't want to have a bunch of baits floating around in the people space to hook me.  I don't exactly like how easily the current hydroflows break and if bass mafia came out with a hydroflow version I would have them in a second.  I have never had an issue with the BM boxes but I have dropped and shattered more than a few hydroflows.  I don't want to get into drilling boxes that will not hold up.  I cant bring myself to drill a 37dollar box or that would have been the best answer.

[Guest]

4 hours ago, SFL BassHunter said:

 

I also realized I didn't need a ton of baits once I knew the bodies of water I was fishing. I now use a fishing style fanny pack. 

 

 

[J Francho]

Flambeau AZ6.  I've had a couple AZ7s and an AZ4 for years.

[Mike L]

On 2/11/2017 at 4:24 PM, RichF said:

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/655387/plano-deluxe-a-series-3600-tackle-bag

 

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/718919/plano-guide-series-3700-tackle-bag

 

These are insane deals on REALLY nice bags.  Totally don't need it but I might get the 3700 one.

 

I used the old style Flambeau AZ8 for years. But now this one (3700) I really like the top tray.

 

 

Edited February 14, 2017 by J Francho
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