Tackle backpacks 2025

Shanexd9 reply :

Does anyone use one of these? My bag has a hole in the bottom so it's on it's way to be retired. I think I'm going to go with one of the tackle backpacks. They seem to be really handy. I'm surprised they aren't more common then they are.

Burke reply :

I will be doing that this fall when it gets too cold to do another search for a tackle bag. I am considering getting a backpack instead of over the shoulder one.

I had the Bass Pro Tackle Bag that I can bring like 8 3600 size. I loved it but I would get some eyes rolls because its "PINK" !

Reason:

Pink: 19.99

Blue: 39.99

I had to retire it due to too many holes on it

CroakHunter reply :

I have the bass pro tackle bag. And I hold 8 3600 size boxes. Plus pliers, cutters, tools, 3 spools of line and i think Jimmy Hoffa may be in there too. Good bag. Holds all of my tackle I need for a tournament.

thebillsman reply :

I have the okuma bag and beat the hell out of it. Great bag, it's held up well and it's got plenty of storage.

Dtrombly reply :

Great investment. I use a BPS bag (can't remember exact model) but it's blue and I believe $29.99. It is a full backpack but can be broken down to just a shoulder bag. Full size it holds 10 3600 boxes, broken down it holds 4. Also has plenty off storage for other miscellaneous stuff.

RB 77 reply :

I have a G Loomis one that I use and love. Holds four trays in the bottom compartment and food, jacket, tool, etc. in the top.

d-camarena reply :

i just use a regular magellan back pack from academy, $20.

i keep-

1 plano hook and sinker box

1 plano full with topwaters

1 plano full with reaction type lures and jigs

and in the smaller compartment i keep all my soft plastics

Shanexd9 reply :

The one I was looking at is the Spiderwire fishing backpack from Dick's Sporting Goods.

Says it has a cooler compartment which will be nice where I am. I currently take something to drink with me and stick it in the mesh pocket on the back of my over the shoulder bag and within an hour it's warm.

Chance_Taker4 reply :

I have the tackle warehouse backpack that's $69 but the new Daiwa Tactical Backpack that was announced at ICast this year will probably be my new bag if I can convince myself to pay the price they want.

fishwizzard reply :

I have tried a tackle backpack or two and they both have been pretty uncomfortable even compared to a REI store brand hiking pack. I currently use a small sling (holds a single 3600 box plus a handful of hard baits and a little misc tackle) for short trips around a lake or pond and use one of my hiking packs if I am going more than a mile or three.

I also never set my bag down and fish with in on, so comfort is very important to me.

John Loughlin reply :

On 8/17/2017 at 7:41 AM, Shanexd9 said:

Does anyone use one of these? My bag has a hole in the bottom so it's on it's way to be retired. I think I'm going to go with one of the tackle backpacks. They seem to be really handy. I'm surprised they aren't more common then they are.

I have the Tackle Warehouse version. Its been my go to for years. Backpacks specifically for tackle always seems a little silly to me, but now that I've had one, I don't take for granted all the features to keep you better organized.

Rollincoal420 reply :

I been looking for one similar to that spiderwire one, I just have a hard time spending that much money on one (got a greedy jeep at home that wants to take all my money).

Altho right now DICK'shas a sale that put the little jawbone 360 sling pack on sale for $10. I imagine outta gonna b pretty small, but I try to pack as light as I can. Still, even tho it's $10, I'm not 100% sure I'm ready to pull the trigger.

Shanexd9 reply :

I understand that. I have a Plano bag now and it's pretty heavy. I keep my salt stuff in there as well so I have probably 2 pounds worth of weights on top of all of my other tackle. Just seems to me like the backpack would be easier to carry if I am moving.

Lures'n'Liberty reply :

I have a really big one that I bought on eBay for $10. It holds 10 5007 Flambeau boxes, has straps on the side that I use for 6 rod holders and a telescopic rod and reel on one side and a folding chair on the other. The front pouch holds a spare reel, a couple spools of line, can of off, first aid kit, and all sorts of other miscellaneous stuff. It's great if you're carrying all your stuff to the boat dock, to sit in one spot all night, or to leave in the back seat while you're pond hopping. It is set up for general multi species, I have taken it pond hopping (minus the chair, rod holders, and catfish box full of lead), and I have found it functional, yet cumbersome, and completely unnecessary. The big bag works best in the truck, a fanny pack or small shoulder bag is all you need if you're walking.

Shanexd9 reply :

Yea I usually carry all of that stuff minus the chair. A tackle backpack would free my hands up so I could carry a chair though. Rods and holders in one hand the chair in the other.

Lures'n'Liberty reply :

On 8/18/2017 at 3:42 AM, Shanexd9 said:

Yea I usually carry all of that stuff minus the chair. A tackle backpack would free my hands up so I could carry a chair though. Rods and holders in one hand the chair in the other.

Rods in one hand, cooler in the other.

J Francho reply :

I guess you 'd need a chair to rest in after you carried all that. I've never needed that much tackle to fish from shore.

d-camarena reply :

On 8/17/2017 at 11:53 PM, John Loughlin said:

I have the Tackle Warehouse version. Its been my go to for years. Backpacks specifically for tackle always seems a little silly to me, but now that I've had one, I don't take for granted all the features to keep you better organized.

i had that one, ripped after 1 use

Lures'n'Liberty reply :

On 8/18/2017 at 3:52 AM, J Francho said:

I guess you 'd need a chair to rest in after you carried all that. I've never needed that much tackle to fish from shore.

To be clear, it's a multi species pack. I bring the chair and the rodholders when I'm going catfishing and plan to sit in the same spot for hours. If I'm bassin', I'll bring it on the boat or leave it in the truck.

James Janousek reply :

I had the tackle warehouse backpack but returned it. Straps were way too small and uncomfortable. I bought the Cabela's one and it's been great. I use it almost daily and fish from shore wearing it for hours. The waist strap makes a huge difference. Also, can hold a water bladder.

If you just need a bag to store your stuff and/or lug it to the pond, there are many options. IMO if you fish from shore a lot, you need a dedicated fishing backpack. Something that can hold a rod or two, and has enough space for all of your gear.

Shanexd9 reply :

Ill have to take a look at the one from Cabela's. There isn't a store anywhere around me so I tend to forget about them. I don't own a boat so all of my fishing is done from shore.

KDW96 reply :

The backpacks dont work for me, just a decent small sling types more my style pond fishin. It dont way near as much, and i dont sweat to dead carrying it. Esspecially when it 95 degrees out.

evilcatfish reply :

Seems the fishing packs are designed to hold too much stuff and become somewhat heavy and cumbersome, which seems to defeat the whole purpose of using a backpack to carry your gear. If I'm shore fishing I use a sling pack or a basic book bag type pack with a couple stowaways tucked in it, keeps me mobile and comfortable which is exactly what I like

John Tom reply :

I got this one. I really like it.

Shanexd9 reply :

I have a Plano similar to that. Its wearing out though, There are holes in the bottom of it. I should get another year out of it.

Mark888 reply :

i use a shimano blackmoon backpack, love it so far!

DogBone_384 reply :

I wore out a Spiderwire backpack. Replaced it with a Plano Z-Series that was on sale. The Plano is made of the right material for kayak fishermen, but an accountant must have designed it. Good first effort though.

As soon as I wear the Plano out I'm going back to Spiderwire.

r3825 reply :

I've got a nice Abu backpack from dick's, wasn't overly expensive and does what I need it to do when I use it.

ohtheguilt reply :

Long-time lurker, first time poster, here...thanks for the great forum!

After looking at all the fishing-specific options last year, I ended up retiring my work laptop backpack for use to haul my gear. It's an original "Surge" from The North Face (NOT the Surge II or their current offerings - this one is about 8 years old - 30 bucks will get you one off eBay). It can comfortably hold two 3700s (main compartment) and and a 1490 plastics binder (laptop compartment), with room to spare for tools, a few drinks, and a spare shirt (ancillary compartment and various little exterior compartments/pockets) . I have found that I can squeeze three 3700s in there with the binder and tools, but it gets bulky and is less comfortable. Since I live in the city, I usually wear it while fishing, and also usually have to do a bit of slightly strenuous hiking to get to the good spots near me. I have no problems loading it up with three and the binder if we are taking out the boat, though.

I've also figured out that I can use the side straps and Lycra pockets to carry some rods...ultalight gear seems to work best, but I still have to be careful about the height of the rods (versus over-hanging limbs, etc.) and not breaking the guides while strapping them on.

Obviously, this set-up isn't for everyone, but the pack, itself, is made to be comfortably worn for extended periods (which it is), and it just happens to fit the right amount of tackle (especially if I have a buddy or the wife out with me).

Shanexd9 reply :

Welcome! I'm going to figure something out once my current bag wears out. I like the Cabela's one that was mentioned earlier. I currently don't even have a backpack to use. My old one was used for a suitcase for many years and it ripped so I had to toss it.

AC870 reply :

I just use my hunting backpack when I need a fishing pack. It's a Brookwood saddle cloth backpack with a leather bottom. You can stick 4 or 5 Plano 3600 organizers in it (I rarely carry more than 2 or 3). I've owned this pack for 20 years. No holes. Looks brand new. Granted, it has only seen moderate use I guess and no abuse. But it also does vacation duty and has been to Disney World, Costa Rica and many other places. You can still get these packs online. Mine is style of Mountain Man Backpack. Made in USA to boot. I don't rep them but believe in sharing about good gear when I find it.

boostr reply :

On 8/17/2017 at 6:16 PM, Shanexd9 said:

The one I was looking at is the Spiderwire fishing backpack from Dick's Sporting Goods.

Says it has a cooler compartment which will be nice where I am. I currently take something to drink with me and stick it in the mesh pocket on the back of my over the shoulder bag and within an hour it's warm.

I have this one, but the older model that's black and red. Iv'e had it for 3 years and it's still in one piece. It comes with 3 trays in the bottom, and the top is a cooler. There's a flap that you can lift and it will get rid of the cooler section so you have more space to slide in bigger trays. I used to carry everything in that bag and it got tiresome. Now I've downsized my tackle because I've learned what works well at all the lakes and ponds I fish from the bank. So now I just leave it on when I'm fishing.

Shanexd9 reply :

I don't have a ton of tackle, but I do have everything in one box. I just wanted the convience of being able to carry it all on my back.

boostr reply :

It's a great bag, and worth the money IMO.

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