

They’re also helpful if you need to get measurements for a replica mount, or are just looking to provide proof to your buddies. Heck, keep multiple measuring devices on board just in case one goes missing. Most lakes, rivers, and waters have regulations and size limits for fish attached to them, keeping a tape measure on board is a must. Make sure you’re keeping legal fish only. You want to weigh that lunker, don’t you? 5.) Tape Measure If you can’t free a hook without potentially injuring or killing the fish, be sure to have a set of wire cutters on board to cut the barbs/hook off altogether. 2.) Needle Nose PliersĮver try freeing a swallowed hook from a fish with just your fingers? Good luck! Pliers provide something long and narrow to free the hook, especially if the fish has teeth. Some people even attach it to their Keep Safe Key Chain Float. It’s also small and compact, so it won’t take up too much space in your tackle box. For this list of strange-but-useful things to keep in your tackle box or boat, we talked to several avid anglers to see what other sorts of things they never leave the dock without.ġ8 Strange-But-Useful Items For Your Tackle Box 1.) Nail Clippersīelieve it or not, a nail clipper can cut line safer and easier than most knives.


Now, before your mind starts to wonder about why your friend has a syringe hidden in their tackle box, we promise you that there is probably a good reason (unless your friend’s name is Hannibal…then you should probably be afraid). Look beyond the bobbers, hooks, and lures in any avid fisherman’s tackle box, and you’ll find a wide and wacky world of ‘tools’ that might have you somewhat confused – maybe even a little worried.
