By Tackle Warehouse | Updated September 2023
Hate it or love it, storage and organization are part of being an angler. Admittedly, it can become a touch burdensome, especially when the bite is hot, or you have a busy tournament schedule. However, with a couple of quick tips and helpful accessories you can get the most out of your gear, while keeping fishing-induced clutter to a minimum. Check out our suggestions for the top storage accessories to keep you tidy.
As the stowaways start to stack up, distinguishing what is in each box at a glance can save you a lot of time, so it becomes important to put some form of identification on the outside. Whether you prefer a premade label, like the ones listed below, or duct tape and a sharpie, knowing what is in each box will prevent having to shuffle through stowaways to find the right bait, and ultimately make you more efficient on and off the water.
Once lures reach their final storage spot, the next hurdle is ensuring that they are ready to fish the next time you hit the water. One of the biggest obstacles to lure longevity is the rust that forms around metal components when there's extended exposure to moisture. To help combat rust, it is good practice to make sure lures are completely dry before they go into the tackle box. Some storage manufacturers even incorporate rust inhibitors directly into their products or utilize perforated designs to promote air flow. If you don’t want to buy new stowaways, adding an aftermarket rust inhibitor is another way to keep oxidation at bay.
Keeping your fishing line in dependable shape from trip to trip greatly increase your chances of success every time you go fishing. Reel covers are a great option for keeping your line, along with your reel, in the best possible shape. A quick spritz of line conditioner before and after storage will also help extend the life of your line.
If you are storing unused line in bulk, there are a number of line-specific storage containers and accessories that will keep your line organized and protected. It should be noted that when storing line for long periods of time it is best keep it in a cool, dark area, as extended exposure to heat/light causes line to break down and become brittle.
There’s nothing more frustrating than opening up your boat compartment or backpack to find a bag full of bent or mis-shaped soft plastic. An easy way to prevent this from happening is to keep all your soft plastics stored in bags, worm files, or a stowaway. These storage solution allow you to loosely categorize baits by type, keep them all in the same position to prevent kinking, and makes transportation easy.
Whether you are a touring pro, or just enjoy a walk around your local pond, keeping your tackle tidy just makes fishing more efficient and enjoyable. Try integrating some of these accessories into your tackle management system to take your organization a step further!
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