Collage of Father's Day fishing gift ideas
May 15, 2023
By In-Fisherman Staff
Lew’s Custom Lite Shallow Spool Description: Equipping finesse anglers with ultimate baitcasting distance and control, Lew's is pleased to introduce the Custom Lite Shallow Spool Baitcast Reel. Built for baitcast enthusiasts who rely on finesse crankbaits, small topwaters and lightweight soft plastics to get the job done, the Custom Lite is built with a premium QuietCast® Adjustable Centrifugal Braking system and Lew's innovative free spool rotation design to deliver an exceptionally long and accurate cast with finesse-sized baits.
Cost: $299.99
Lew’s Custom lite Shallow Spool Baitcaster
Williams Quick Silver Description: Williams’ new Quick Silver spoon was awarded the Best New Lure award at the Big Rock Sports Outdoor Expo Toronto, held November 16-17, 2022. The new, entirely made in Canada, lure, which features Williams’ precious metal plating, vibrant airbrushed colour schemes and holographic fish-shaped decal, garnered the majority of votes among Big Rock sales personnel. The lure is perfect for landlocked salmon, cohos and chinooks, brown and rainbow trout. The redesigned Quick Silver can be trolled as is, with a downrigger, using leadcore or wire, or it can be cast effectively with medium tackle. The large Quick Silver 4 measures 4 inch long and weighs in at 0.55 ounces. The smaller thinner Quick Silver 3 comes in at 3 inches long and weighs 0.4 ounces.
Cost: $13.99-$15.99 depending on size and color.
Williams Quick Silver
Abu Garcia Revo Rocket Description: The Revo Rocket features an asymmetric body design and our X2-Cräftic alloy frame and sideplate to provide the ultimate balance in weight, strength, and ergonomics. The EXD Concept design allows anglers to maximize their casting performance. Anglers have ultimate control with nearly limitless braking options thanks to our IVCB-6 braking system. With 18lbs of Power Stack Carbon Matrix drag and a blazing fast 10.1:1 gear ratio. Redesigned from the ground up, the 5th generation of Revo low profile reels have been designed to provide precision, power, and performance—perfect for techniques where speed is key such as topwater and flipping.
Cost: $329.95
Abu Garcia Revo Rocket
Berkley PowerBait Shape 108 Description: Berkley scientists have spent over 25 years perfecting an irresistible scent and flavor of the PowerBait formula. Fish love PowerBait so much it entices the wariest fish and gets them to hold on 18 times longer, which gives you the time and confidence to catch more fish. The pincers have a simultaneous “bird-wing” style motion rotating with each flap to generate new-found, bass activating action.
Cost: $6.99
Berkley PowerBait Shape 108
BigRig Bassin’ 360 Quick Disconnect Mount Description: The 360 Sonar Quick Disconnect Mount is made of quality, lightweight materials to ensure it keeps up with the intense bass-fishing angler's lifestyle no matter the situation or conditions. The mount provides the strength to safely support the 360 unit and is extremely lightweight. It minimizes adding unnecessary weight to the trolling motor keeping you fast and efficient and allows for safe removal of the 360 sonar unit in seconds and provides a better fit for boat covers. The mounting bracket also allows the user to safely store and stabilize the 360 sonar and protect your investment.
Cost: $399.99
BigRig Bassin Mega 360 Quick Disconnect Mount
X2Power Lithium 100Ah Description: X2Power Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Deep Cycle Group 31 12-volt 100Ah deep cycle marine battery will produce full power from full charge to 1%. The available power will not drop as the battery depletes while lasting 10x longer than traditional lead batteries. This is the fastest charging on the market and charges four times faster than lead-acid batteries. LiFePO4 has very low self-discharge staying charged longer in storage makes it the ideal battery for seasonal use. Lithium batteries are over 50% less weight than lead-acid batteries making them easy to transport, store and reduce unnecessary weight on your boat. These batteries are not for use as a cranking/starting battery. This battery is only to be used for deep-cycle applications including powering your trolling motor, fishfinders and other electronics on your kayak or boat.
Cost: $899.99
X2Power Lithium 100Ah
Strike King Denny Brauer Structure Casting Jig Description: One of the biggest obstacles to fishing structure is hang-ups. The design of Strike King's Denny Brauer Structure Jig aims at reducing hang-ups and increasing your hookups. A special Owner 2X strong Cutting Point hook has a zero-degree line tie for a straight pull and better penetration. The unique Cobra Head position means less material in the hook gap for a better bite, and its tapered nose helps reduce lip blow out. The shape and weedguard angle reduce hang-ups while the wide footprint of the head helps increase your feel of the bottom. Other features include chip-resistant paint and premium skirts. Celebrated jig fisherman Denny Brauer, who helped design the jig, says the Structure Jig does in fact decrease your hang-ups and increase your hookups when casting into structure.
Cost: $5.99
Strike King Denny Brauer Structure Casting Jig
Humminbird Helix 9 G4N Mega SI+ GPS Description: The Helix 9 CHIRP MSI+ GPS G4N features a 9-inch display, Mega Side Imaging+, Mega Down Imaging+, Dual Spectrum CHIRP sonar and internal GPS with Humminbird Basemap. As with all Helix G4N models, the 9 includes standard features such as AutoChart Live, Wi-Fi and NMEA 2000, in addition to Bluetooth and Ethernet networking for compatibility with the One-Boat Network family of products from Humminbird, Minn Kota and Cannon.
Cost: $1,599.99
Humminbird Helix 9 G4N Mega SI+ GPS
Humminbird LakeMaster VX Mapping Description: LakeMaster mapping, now with VX Technology standard, provide exceptional marine map performance, precise contours and customizable color palettes to help you find prized fishing spots faster. New features include: build-in SmartStrike, three chart presets with Fishing, Navigation and User, additional depth highlight colors, 2D Shaded Relief (Premium cards) and much more. The updated mapping technology puts more power in the hands of anglers looking to find and catch more fish.
Cost: $149.99
Humminbird LakeMaster VX Mapping
Minn Kota 5-Bank On-Board Precision Charger Description: Longer run times. Shorter charge times. That's the precision difference that keeps anglers on the water longer and puts more fish in the boat. Now, the next generation of this proven line of chargers has been optimized for 12-volt lithium (LiFePO4) batteries. Precision chargers feature battery-type selection by bank, which now includes charge curves specially formulated for the high demands of lithium batteries and can even wake these battery types from standby. Main features include: Automatic Temperature Compensation: Precision chargers sense and adjust to ambient temperature fluctuations to ensure a fast, accurate charge. Low-Line Voltage Compensation: When outlets don't put out the 120 volts they are supposed to, Precision Chargers compensate to deliver a fast, consistent charge no matter what. Battery Equalization: Cleans and protect your battery (flooded lead acid only) every time you plug in. Also activates a more rigorous, complete cleaning at the push of a button. Digital Control: Microprocessor-based design delivers a faster, more precise charge every time. Precision chargers can even wake dead 12-volt lithium (LiFePO4) batteries from standby automatically. LED Indicator Lights: Inform of charge stage, maintenance mode status, error notifications and full charge
Cost: $699.99
Minn Kota 5-Bank On-Board Precision Charger
YakAttack BlackPak Pro Kayak Fishing Crate—13x13 inches Description: The original hard-sided kayak crate just got better. A lot better. The result of intense collaboration and more than a year of R&D and design, the BlackPak Pro is fully riggable with a hinged lid, 25% weight reduction and top-shelf functionality—and it looks good! There are several sizes to choose from, but the 13x13 measures 13 x13 x 13 inches (L,W,H) and weighs only 6.9 pounds without TetherTubes and 8.2 pounds with the included three TetherTubes. The BlackPak Pro also comes in two other sizes, 13 x 16 and a 16 x 16.
Cost: $125
YakAttack BlackPak Pro Kayak Fishing Crate—13”x13”
H2OX 6-Foot Premium Diver Description: Available in both 4- and 6-foot diving models, the Premium Diver comes in seven awesome colors and will catch bass anywhere they swim. The cranks feature 3D eyes with hand-painted finishes meant to mimic the most common forage bases found on the continent. Each comes standard with an ultra-sharp VMC treble hook, and they’re quite buoyant, which helps them float out of vegetation and snags—right where the fish swim. Available online or at your local Academy Sports + Outdoors retailer .
Cost: $4.49
H2OX Premium Diver
Fenwick Elite Predator Casting Rods Description: The Fenwick Elite Predator rod series features proven Fenwick actions for targeting large predatory species. Now featuring Powerlux 200 resin that evenly supports carbon fibers for a superior strength-to-weight ratio. By utilizing this advanced resin technology and combining it with high quality cork and ergonomic designed reel seats, the Fenwick Elite Predator rod series offers a stronger, more durable rod that maintains the light weight feel and sensitivity for which Fenwick rods are known. There are six or seven rods in the family, and they offer quality applications for a number of primary muskie applications. The rods will also work well when chasing big catfish and stripers, so your options are limited to one big angry species.
Cost: $149.95-$269.95
Fenwick Elite Predator Casting Rods
Dakota Lithium 12v 135Ah Description: The ultimate battery in energy density and versatility. With 135 Amp hours of deep-cycle Dakota Lithium performance, run your trolling motor, golf cart, or any fishing electronics—this is one battery built to power many passions. Engineered for high performance in rugged and extreme conditions, the DL+ 12V 135Ah battery includes the company’s internal even-heating technology that allows for charging and using the battery in extreme temperatures down to -20F. And more.
Cost: $1,399
Dakota Lithium 12v 135Ah
Old Town Sportsman Discovery Solo 119 Description: At 56 lbs. the Old Town Sportsman Discovery Solo 119 canoe is the ideal grab-and-go watercraft for anglers and hunters alike. It offers the simplicity and utility of a solo canoe with the agility and sleek handling of a kayak. The Discovery was pioneered by Old Town featuring the proven 3-layer hull construction of closed cell foam surrounded by layers of high-density polyethylene creates a rugged yet lightweight hull. It’s agile, stable and easy to handle and well-suited for paddling with a double-blade kayak paddle. The canoe features a contoured, adjustable kayak-style seat made of a thermoformed closed-cell foam that provides support and comfort. The built-in channels direct water to drain holes and provide ventilation for extended comfort. It comes standard with recessed track on forward thwart for easy on/off accessory mounting, two convenient forward-facing flush mounted rod holders built into the seat's armrest for swapping lures or landing a fish. Two rear-facing flush mounted rod holders behind the seat for rod storage or trolling.
Cost: $1,249.99
Old Town Sportsman Discovery Solo 119
Lew’s American Hero Tier 1 Spinning Reel Description: Built to pay homage to the American Warrior. Forged from the finest raw materials and tested relentlessly in the harshest elements—to deliver nothing short of the best. Team Lew’s new American Hero Tier 1 Spinning Reel is a tournament-ready reel built on a high-performance aluminum frame to withstand the abuse of serious anglers. The Tier 1 is expertly designed for consistent, tangle-free casting, and a smooth, low-torque retrieval. Light enough for finesse fishing, yet with a proven Lew’s drag that is powerful enough for fighting big fish. And the Multicam Dip system gives every single Tier 1 reel a unique look and feel, yet backed by performance and reliability.
Cost: $99.99
Lew’s American Hero Tier 1 Spinning Reel
T-H Marine G-Force Conservation Cull System Gen 2 Description: The all-in-one fish culling system will become one of your most trusted bass-tournament accessories to tag, weigh and cull fish quickly so you can spend more time casting. It allows quicker culling thanks to new-and-improved non-penetrating cull clips that provide a secure grip on your catch and allows for easy livewell retrieval. It comes standard with six color-coded lines and buoys to keep you organized and makes it easy to securely lift your catch onto the balance beam with confidence. The non-penetrating clips are durable and armed with stainless steel springs that provide a tight hold without harming or stressing the fish. The system allows for one-handed use thanks to the company’s streamlined design.
Cost: $64.99
T-H Marine G-Force Conservation Cull System Gen 2
Plano Edge 3700 Terminal Box Description: The Edge Terminal Tackle Box features a new and innovative design specific to storing and organizing terminal tackle. This kit also includes Rustrictor rust preventative in the base provides 360 degrees of protection, Dri-Loc watertight seal and is enforced with water-absorbing desiccant material for effective and safe tackle organization. It also features a new and innovative design specific to keeping terminal tackle handy and easily accessible, with unique lift-out trays for weights, hooks and other small components. It also comes standard with a Dri-Loc O-ring watertight seal to maintain waterproofing when closed.
Cost: $59.99
Plano Edge 3700 Terminal Box