Gear

Gifts that’ll land you more bass

Whether you're buying for someone else or still drawing up your own Christmas wish list, our 2013 Holiday Gift Guide is a must-see for bass fishermen.

Posted on
<p>Don't lose any more fish next year due to an inferior braided line on your reel. This is the first time that Trilene has released a braided line, and it's not called Professional Grade for no reason. Bassmaster Elite Series pros have already been using this line with great success, meaning it's been thoroughly field tested. Trilene Professional Grade braid was made to be rounder and stronger than any braid on the market, and to resist digging in on hooksets.</p>
Don’t lose any more fish next year due to an inferior braided line on your reel. This is the first time that Trilene has released a braided line, and it’s not called Professional Grade for no reason. Bassmaster Elite Series pros have already been using this line with great success, meaning it’s been thoroughly field tested. Trilene Professional Grade braid was made to be rounder and stronger than any braid on the market, and to resist digging in on hooksets.
<p>This is the perfect gift for the little angler in your family who might not be the best caster. The Hide-a-Hook kit is made to keep the little angler and those around him safe by hiding the hook until the bobber splashes down. The specially designed bobber hides the hook inside of itself along with a weight upon the cast, then when the bobber hits the water, the weight pulls the hook and bait down into the water.</p>
This is the perfect gift for the little angler in your family who might not be the best caster. The Hide-a-Hook kit is made to keep the little angler and those around him safe by hiding the hook until the bobber splashes down. The specially designed bobber hides the hook inside of itself along with a weight upon the cast, then when the bobber hits the water, the weight pulls the hook and bait down into the water.
<p>Ever had the feeling that you can't remember whether or not you put the drainplug into yourboat? Double check at a glance with the Drain Rite drain plug. The red plug never leaves the boat and is connected to a knob via a cable to the cockpit of your boat. The switch matches many livewell switches, too. If you forgot to close the drain hole off, simply give the switch a twist and you're all sealed up.</p>
Ever had the feeling that you can’t remember whether or not you put the drainplug into yourboat? Double check at a glance with the Drain Rite drain plug. The red plug never leaves the boat and is connected to a knob via a cable to the cockpit of your boat. The switch matches many livewell switches, too. If you forgot to close the drain hole off, simply give the switch a twist and you’re all sealed up.
<p>The new line of Carhartt Realtree Xtra® camouflage apparel is exclusively made in the USA and includes five items: Quilted-Flannel-Lined Duck Active Jac (featured), Thermal-Lined Duck Active Jac, Dungaree, Duck Bib Overall and Quilt-Lined Duck Bib Overall. This one-of-a-kind camo line combines an industry-leading camouflage pattern with tried-and-tested outerwear giving the outdoorsman the best of both worlds. Realtree’s new Xtra<strong>®</strong> camo pattern will be used on popular Carhartt styles and will be the only Realtree camo line made in the USA. The Carhartt Realtree Xtra® line is available online at <a href=
The new line of Carhartt Realtree Xtra® camouflage apparel is exclusively made in the USA and includes five items: Quilted-Flannel-Lined Duck Active Jac (featured), Thermal-Lined Duck Active Jac, Dungaree, Duck Bib Overall and Quilt-Lined Duck Bib Overall. This one-of-a-kind camo line combines an industry-leading camouflage pattern with tried-and-tested outerwear giving the outdoorsman the best of both worlds. Realtree’s new Xtra® camo pattern will be used on popular Carhartt styles and will be the only Realtree camo line made in the USA. The Carhartt Realtree Xtra® line is available online at www.carhartt.com.
<p><strong>Costa <span class=
Costa Ladies’ visor
Don’t forget about your lady friend when picking up new swag for yourself. Costa’s visors come in pretty shades for her.
<p><strong>Carhartt<span class=
Carhartt Force clothing
Carhartt has delved into technical clothing and the result is perfect for anglers. The Force line wicks sweat, repel stains and keep you cool on the water.
<p><u><strong>2013 ICAST Best of Show: Plano, Guide Series Tackle Bag 3700 series</strong></u></p> <p>Category: Tackle Management</p> <p>The Plano 3700 Guide Series Tackle Bag features a molded top with elastic tie-down straps to hold a 3700 series StowAway, making it easy to access your favorite baits. With six 3700 series ProLatch StowAway boxes, padded pockets for sunglasses, dual-compartment side pockets and a PVC mesh rear pocket with adjustable elastic, there's a place for everything you need. Add to that the waterproof base, pliers pocket and wallet sleeve, and it's easy to see why this tackle bag won Best Of Show.</p>
2013 ICAST Best of Show: Plano, Guide Series Tackle Bag 3700 series
Category: Tackle Management
The Plano 3700 Guide Series Tackle Bag features a molded top with elastic tie-down straps to hold a 3700 series StowAway, making it easy to access your favorite baits. With six 3700 series ProLatch StowAway boxes, padded pockets for sunglasses, dual-compartment side pockets and a PVC mesh rear pocket with adjustable elastic, there’s a place for everything you need. Add to that the waterproof base, pliers pocket and wallet sleeve, and it’s easy to see why this tackle bag won Best Of Show.
<p><u><strong>2013 ICAST Best of Show: Rapala Floating Bottle Opener</strong></u></p> <p>Category: Giftware</p> <p>Ever lost a bottle opener to the depths before? With this minnow bait-inspired bit of brilliance you never will again. It floats! It opens bottles!</p>
2013 ICAST Best of Show: Rapala Floating Bottle Opener
Category: Giftware
Ever lost a bottle opener to the depths before? With this minnow bait-inspired bit of brilliance you never will again. It floats! It opens bottles!
<p><u><strong>2013 ICAST Best of Show: Kopper's, LIVETARGET Bait Ball</strong></u></p> <p>Category: Hard Lure</p> <p>The new LIVETARGET BaitBall comes in a square bill crankbait, crankbait and jerkbait models and is designed to fish wherever you would target similar schooling fish. Imitating a bait ball, the baits come in a variety of colors and sizes, including the 2 3/8-inch square bill, the 2 1/2-inch crankbait, and the 3 1/2-inch and 4 1/2-inch jerkbait.</p>
2013 ICAST Best of Show: Kopper’s, LIVETARGET Bait Ball
Category: Hard Lure
The new LIVETARGET BaitBall comes in a square bill crankbait, crankbait and jerkbait models and is designed to fish wherever you would target similar schooling fish. Imitating a bait ball, the baits come in a variety of colors and sizes, including the 2 3/8-inch square bill, the 2 1/2-inch crankbait, and the 3 1/2-inch and 4 1/2-inch jerkbait.
<p>You might have gallons of brine in your face and 600 pounds on your hook, but these sunglasses still won't slip. The Hydrolite™ co-injected lining takes care of that, and the flexible frame means serious comfort. Costa Del Mar's Fantails are available in Realtree® AP™ Camo for on and off the water, along with classic colors like Black and Silver. </p>
You might have gallons of brine in your face and 600 pounds on your hook, but these sunglasses still won’t slip. The Hydrolite™ co-injected lining takes care of that, and the flexible frame means serious comfort. Costa Del Mar’s Fantails are available in Realtree® AP™ Camo for on and off the water, along with classic colors like Black and Silver. 
<p>Honing your technique is the key to mastering fly fishing — and also how Costa Del Mar approaches the craft of making sunglasses. That's why the Double Haul sport frames have patented vents on the side to make sure that, when things heat up, your lenses stay crystal clear. And even when the wind's blowing, their integral hinges will keep them steady and in place. </p>
Honing your technique is the key to mastering fly fishing — and also how Costa Del Mar approaches the craft of making sunglasses. That’s why the Double Haul sport frames have patented vents on the side to make sure that, when things heat up, your lenses stay crystal clear. And even when the wind’s blowing, their integral hinges will keep them steady and in place. 
<p>Now available — get your limited edition <em>2014 B.A.S.S. Daily Planner & Fishing Guide</em>! Back by popular demand, the <em>B.A.S.S. Daily Planner & Fishing Guide</em> is an excellent tool for every bass angler and includes stunning bass fishing illustrations from <em>Bassmaster </em>Magazine. Order one for your collection or as a great gift for the holidays! <a href=
Now available — get your limited edition 2014 B.A.S.S. Daily Planner & Fishing Guide! Back by popular demand, the B.A.S.S. Daily Planner & Fishing Guide is an excellent tool for every bass angler and includes stunning bass fishing illustrations from Bassmaster Magazine. Order one for your collection or as a great gift for the holidays! Available here
<p><u><span style=
Flambeau: H2O Soft Tackle System  
The H2O Soft Tackle System from Flambeau comes in black with rugged fish skeleton accents. In small, medium and large sizes, each bag holds up to four of Flambeau’s tackle storage boxes.
<p><u><strong>Megabass Baby Pop-X</strong></u></p> <p>This tiny popper is ideal for high-pressure situations. It features a feathered treble hook and lifelike scales and eyes.</p>
Megabass Baby Pop-X
This tiny popper is ideal for high-pressure situations. It features a feathered treble hook and lifelike scales and eyes.
<p><u><strong>Sunline Structure FC</strong></u></p> <p>As the first fluorocarbon made specifically for structure fishing techniques, this line has high abrasion resistance to hold up against rock, shells and wood. </p>
Sunline Structure FC
As the first fluorocarbon made specifically for structure fishing techniques, this line has high abrasion resistance to hold up against rock, shells and wood. 
<p><u><strong>Spro<span class=
Spro Bronzeye Shad 65
The Spro Bronzeye Shad 65, designed by Dean Rojas to fish in heavy cover and walk-the-dog in open water, was made to mimic a wounded baitfish. 
<p><u><strong>Megabass Destroyer X7</strong></u></p> <p>The Destroyer series of rods represents some of the most advanced technology packed into fishing rods today.</p>
Megabass Destroyer X7
The Destroyer series of rods represents some of the most advanced technology packed into fishing rods today.
<p><u><strong>Rigid Industries Trolling Motor spotlight</strong></u></p> <p>This spotlight attaches to your Minn Kota trolling motor and provides LED illumination with no glare to see where you are headed. </p>
Rigid Industries Trolling Motor spotlight
This spotlight attaches to your Minn Kota trolling motor and provides LED illumination with no glare to see where you are headed. 
<p><u><strong><span style=
Buck Knives: Splizzors
Braid cutting just got a whole lot easier with this combination of scissors and pliers. The unique design allows for efficient cutting, bending, crimping and hook removal.
<p>Never again be without pliers or a cutter with these handy anodized pliers from Berkley. With the supplied tether and holster, they're never far from hand.</p>
Never again be without pliers or a cutter with these handy anodized pliers from Berkley. With the supplied tether and holster, they’re never far from hand.
<p>And finally ... get an extra healthy bonus this year? Treat yourself to a rig worthy of your driveway and your boat, the redesigned 2014 Toyota Tundra.</p>
And finally … get an extra healthy bonus this year? Treat yourself to a rig worthy of your driveway and your boat, the redesigned 2014 Toyota Tundra.

Related