Tackle Trade World - January 2024

SPOTLIGHT ON...
BOAT ACCESSORIES
EVERYTHING SECURED
So dry bags and waterproof storage are
a ‘must’, especially for phones and other
electronic equipment but what else makes
the trip more enjoyable?
Fishing efficiently allows you to fish
effectively and, whatever the water craft,
space will be at a premium.
So make sure everything is to hand, with
fishing rod holders and mounts as well as
secure places to stash extra kit. Rod holders
come in various styles, including flushmount,
clamp-on and rail-mounted versions.
A boat cover will also help protect your
vessel from the elements when it’s not in use,
extending its lifespan and keeping it clean.
MORE POWER TO YOU
Electronics are a mainstay of many boating
anglers today – whether hunting for fish or
keeping your catch alive and well.
A great product to offer is a fishfinder.
Coupled with a GPS, this not only allows
anglers to search out and mark fishing
hotspots and track routes but it also makes
it easier to navigate back to your launch
site.
All of the big names in this sector offer
fantastic kit at a wide range of prices,
suitable for most pockets.
Trolling motors are quiet, electric motors
that allow you to move your boat silently
through the water. Best used on small boats
on calmer freshwaters, they can make life
afloat much more pleasurable, as well as
being cleaner and more affordable than
many outboards. What’s more, they won’t
take up too much room in the van or trailer
and have forward and reverse gears to
quickly and quietly manoeuvre yourself into
the perfect position to make that vital cast,
or perhaps carry a boatload of carp gear
from one side of a large lake to an otherwise
inaccessible island or far bank swim. They’re
also less likely to disturb the fish.
Meanwhile, if you plan on keeping your
fish, a livewell is essential for storing your
catch and keeping them alive until you return
to shore. Proper aeration is crucial to keep
the fish healthy and, again, there are plenty of
systems out there to choose from and to suit
various sizes of craft.
If you are keeping your catch but don’t
need it alive then cooler boxes are a great
investment – you can store your refreshments
and lunch in them then use them to transport
your prize back home.
Anchors help you stay in one spot while
fishing while an anchor trolley system allows
you to easily adjust your boat’s position
without having to pull the anchor.
If you have the space in store, other useful
items might include paddles, gloves and boat
seats. And if you sold them an inflatable,
a pump and even a repair kit would be a
brilliant add-on sale opportunity.
CHARTING SUCCESS
If your store is near a large body of
water or the coastline then having
charts and maps on offer is another
way to keep boating anglers coming
back.
Meanwhile, make sure you are on
top of all the local regulations and
safety guidelines – this makes you a
source of vital information for boating
anglers and will encourage them to
return for the most up-to-date details
and advice.
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