Freshwater Fishing Tackle – Rods, Reels & Gear

The Jay Poore's Plastic Worm was made many years ago by a local Castaic Lake angler Jay Poore.  This simple little plastic has been proven over time and has won Jay and his buddies lots of tournament money.  There are slight differences in the worms and they are mixed so you might get some a little smaller, some a little bigger.  Please check out our blog on his worms, I think you'll find it interesting.  

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10 Per Pack

3 1/4 inches curled up

4 inches pulled straight

Get accurate measurement of all your fish for tracking your catch or qualifying catch for slot limits with the Rapala Folding Rulers. Includes fold up end wall to bump fish against for extreme accuracy.

Ruler features large, easy-to-read numbers molded into high impact plastic, large enough to show up in photos. Includes both inches and centimeter measurements. Includes mounting holes for permanent installation or folds for compact storage.

Make fast work of landing and releasing your catch without harm to you or the fish with the Rapala Floating Fish Gripper. Securely hold fish with one-hand.

Quick release mechanism holds strong, yet releases with ease. Built from durable, molded heavy-duty plastic for ultimate corrosion resistance. Includes wrist lanyard for security.

The Owner Stinger Double Hooks are great for rigging stinger hooks on many kinds of baits. An altered paper clip can be used to peg it to soft plastic or you can simply put it over the main hook and let it free swing. These 1X strong hooks provide the perfect balance of strength and versatility for stinger hook applications.

Key Features:

• Double Hook Design: Two points for increased hookup ratio
• 1X Strong Construction: Extra strength for fighting fish
• Versatile Rigging: Peg to soft plastic or free swing over main hook
• Stinger Hook Applications: Perfect for many kinds of baits
• Paper Clip Compatible: Use altered paper clip to peg to soft plastics
• Free Swing Option: Can be placed over main hook to swing freely
• Owner Quality: Premium construction and materials

Performance Advantages:

• Increased Hookup Ratio: Double hook design catches short strikes
• Extra Strength: 1X strong for fighting big fish
• Versatile Rigging Options: Peg or free swing configurations
• Improved Bait Action: Free swing allows natural movement
• Secure Attachment: Paper clip pegging keeps hook in place

Rigging Options:

• Pegged to Soft Plastic: Use altered paper clip to secure position
• Free Swing: Place over main hook and let swing freely
• Stinger Configuration: Add to rear of bait for short strikes

Ideal Applications:

• Stinger hooks on soft plastic swimbaits
• Adding trailer hooks to spinnerbaits
• Frog fishing applications
• Situations with short-striking fish
• Freshwater and saltwater fishing
• Any bait requiring stinger hook setup

Recommended Baits:

• Soft plastic swimbaits
• Spinnerbaits
• Frogs and topwater baits
• Large soft plastics

When you need double hooks with 1X strong construction, versatile rigging options (pegged or free swing), and increased hookup ratio for stinger hook applications on many kinds of baits, the Owner Stinger Double Hooks are the choice of serious anglers.

Pro Tip: Use an altered paper clip to peg to soft plastic, or simply put over main hook and let it free swing for natural action.

Power Pro Maxcuatro is 25% thinner than standard PowerPro lines with equivalent strength, it's like buying a line one size smaller.  At Tackle Express, we love this line due to its small diameter, low memory, superior strength, and castability.  Since its inception years ago, we have put this line to the test and it continues to be a best seller both online and in-store.  If you need more capacity on your reel and superior braided line characteristics, this line is for you.  

With a 4 end construction made with the newest Honeywell Spectra HT fiber, Maxcuatro optimizes casting distance while increasing your reel capacity.

Downsize your tackle and maximize your total fishing performance with Maxcuatro by PowerPro.

• Spool directly from the box
• Package protects remaining line
• Arbor tape included
• Color of cartridge matches line color

Dr. Fisherman is America's most versatile fishing tool! Made from stainless steel for long lasting use. This durable tool with its serrated scissors, cuts all fishing line including heavy monofilaments. 

For those that don't know, hemostats have a locking mechanism that will clamp onto your clothes, jacket, backpack, just about any fabric.  This keeps them in reach at all times for unhooking fish.  These are made of stainless steel so they are unlikely to rust.  The long handles and short teeth section allows for greater power in grabbing the hook.

These fishing hemostats can be used for light saltwater or just about any freshwater fish.  Most of the time they are used by trout or steelhead fisherman that run rivers or streams.

Especially useful for unhooking fish!!!

Overall Length: 6"

The Lobina Rico Suave is the ultimate topwater walking bait. “Walking the dog” was never so easy. This handcrafted topwater bass bait dances and darts with the slightest rod movement. When the waters call for quiet, natural actions, answer with the smooth moves of the RICO Suave’.

Specs: 4 1/2”, 1/2 oz. Owner black nickel #2 front and #4 back hooks, oval split ring on the nose.

The Megabass Hazedong Shad generates an enticing tail action that will have bass choking it deep into their throats. The Megabass Hazedong Shad features an super thin paddle tail that creates a vortex through the water with a tight back and forth motion. Large bubble eyes also provide an added element of realism for those weary bass.

Molded from Megabass’ exclusive Vios Mineral Plastic, the Megabass Hazedong Shad is extremely durable and can withstand repeated beatings from the biggest bass. Designed with a built-in hook pocket on the belly, the Megabass Hazedong Shad delivers an excellent hookup ratio whether it’s rigged on a jighead, weightless, or on a drop shot. 

3" (8cm) Qty 8 Per Pack

4.2" (11 cm) Qty 5 Per Pack

Experience the versatility and precision of the Megabass Dark Sleeper swimbait. Its innovative design features bottom weighting for perfect bottom bouncing and dragging, as well as hidden hooks for a stealthy and weedless presentation. With a range of sizes and weights to choose from, you can target the water with expert precision and control for maximum results.

At any speed, the tail of this swimbait will create enticing vibrations and water movement, making it an irresistible lure for even the most cautious fish. Upgrade your fishing game with the Megabass Dark Sleeper swimbait today!

1 per pack

There is perhaps no other jerkbait that is more coveted than the Megabass Vision OneTen.  The tungsten weights increase casting distance and allow for a more slender bait, reducing drag in the water when retrieved.  

The Katsuage hooks that come stock on the Vision 110 are light wire for easy penetration correct balance.  Megabass intends this bait to be fished on light line, preferably 6 to 10lb pound test.  Using light line allows the bait to reach its optimal swimming depth of four to six feet, but also enables the bait to move more freely in the water.  

Retrieved properly, the Vision 110 not only darts from side to side but it does so in an arching fashion shooting up, and then back down as you jerk your rod tip.  Additionally, as the bait is being pulled in the water it moves sideways from top to bottom giving off a color and flash, but it also has a rear movement from side to side.  Heavier line and hooks have the potential to impede action taking the bait out of its factory tuned equilibrium.

• DEPTH: 6FT
• TYPE: SUSPENDING
• LENGTH: 4-1/3″
• WEIGHT: 1/2OZ
• HOOKS: #6 KATSUAGE

The Shimano Curado DC 150 Baitcasting Reel is built on the legacy of durability, dependability and versatility that Curado is known for, now with Shimano's unique DC braking technology.

Shimano’s new Digital Control braking system utilizes a microcomputer to monitor spool speed 1,000 times every second and apply the perfect amount of brake to prevent backlash and maximize distance.

Anglers of all skill levels will appreciate less thumbing and trouble-free casting in all conditions. In the past, reels that utilized Shimano's DC technology sold for upwards of $500...the new Curado DC comes in at only $269.99!

The Owner Ball Bearing Swivels with Coastlock Snap feature super strong stainless steel construction with a corrosion resistant black chrome finish. Ultra smooth swivel action offers twist protection when trolling and for big game leader connections. This leader connection swivel boasts up to 10 times the strength of a standard swivel, making it ideal for heavy trolling, big game, and extended fishing use.

Key Features:

• Ball Bearing Design: Ultra smooth swivel action
• Coastlock Snap: Quick and secure lure changes
• Stainless Steel Construction: Super strong for big game fishing
• Black Chrome Finish: Corrosion resistant coating
• 10X Strength: Up to 10 times the strength of standard swivels
• Twist Protection: Prevents line twist when trolling
• Big Game Leader Connections: Perfect for heavy-duty applications

Performance Advantages:

• Ultra Smooth Action: Ball bearing design for superior rotation
• Superior Strength: 10 times stronger than standard swivels
• Quick Lure Changes: Coastlock snap for easy swaps
• Corrosion Resistant: Black chrome finish for saltwater durability
• Line Twist Prevention: Essential for trolling applications
• Extended Fishing Use: Built for long-term reliability

Ideal Applications:

• Heavy trolling for tuna and big game fish
• Big game leader connections
• Situations requiring maximum strength swivels
• Saltwater fishing where corrosion resistance is critical
• Extended fishing trips requiring reliable terminal tackle
• Any application where line twist must be prevented

Target Species:

• Tuna (bluefin, yellowfin, bigeye)
• Marlin
• Sailfish
• Other big game saltwater species

When you need ball bearing swivels with Coastlock snap, stainless steel construction, black chrome finish, ultra smooth action, and up to 10 times the strength of standard swivels for heavy trolling and big game leader connections, the Owner Ball Bearing Swivels with Coastlock Snap are the choice of serious big game anglers.

Note: Ideal for heavy trolling, big game, and extended fishing use where superior strength and reliability are essential.

The Strike King Rage Bug is built around one of the most effective soft plastic concepts in bass fishing: subtle action at ultra-slow speeds. Rage Tail™ flanges generate a unique, pulsing movement that triggers bites when other baits get ignored — whether you're flipping into heavy cover, dragging it on a Carolina rig, or using it as a jig trailer to add life to your presentation. Engineered with hi-grade plastics and an exclusive tail design, every Rage Bug is purpose-built to perform. Also available in Magnum size for big-bait applications.

Key Features

• Rage Tail™ flanges — unique pulsing action that works at the slowest retrieve speeds
• Exclusive tail design — engineered for a specific purpose, not a generic shape
• Hi-grade plastics — superior action, durability, and feel
• Versatile presentation — flip, pitch, Carolina rig, or use as a jig trailer
• Available in standard (4") and Magnum sizes — 7 per pack (standard)
• 5 proven color patterns across both sizes

Specifications

Strike King Rage Tail Craw

The Strike King Rage Tail Craw is built around one of the most effective craw designs in bass fishing: the exclusive Rage Tail flange system. Those signature flanged claws don't just look like a crawfish — they move like one, creating maximum water displacement and a defensive, claws-up posture that triggers aggressive strikes from bass whether you're flipping heavy cover, pitching to docks, or dragging across rocky structure.

Engineered with hi-grade customized plastics that stay soft and maintain action in cold water, the Rage Tail Craw is as durable as it is deadly. Rig it Texas-style for punching through cover, run it on a Carolina rig to cover water, or pin it as a jig trailer to add a lifelike craw profile to your presentation. The Baby Rage Craw gives you the same proven action in a downsized profile for finesse situations or when bass are keyed in on smaller forage.

Features

• Exclusive Rage Tail flanged claws — maximum water displacement and lifelike defensive posture
• Hi-grade customized plastics — stays soft and durable through cold water and multiple fish
• Versatile rigging — Texas rig, Carolina rig, weightless, or jig trailer
• Available in two sizes: Rage Craw (7 per pack) and Baby Rage Craw (9 per pack)

Best For

• Techniques: Flipping, pitching, Texas rig, Carolina rig, jig trailer
• Conditions: Heavy cover, docks, rocky structure, year-round
• Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass

P-Line Tactical 100% Fluorocarbon Line - Your success as an angler depends on the tactical decisions you make long before you get to the water. You need every advantage possible to compete with the serious anglers of today and that starts with your line! Longer casts and extreme invisibility are just a few of the benefits you get when you spool P-Line Tactical Fluorocarbon. Because Tactical is derived using the latest in raw material and extrusion advancements you can head to the water knowing you’re spooled with the strongest, most durable fluorocarbon available.