Terminal Tackle

Fishing is less fun when you don’t have functional gear, one of the most important things; terminal tackle. The right Terminal Tackle for your trip depends on where and what you are fishing. H&H and Mel’s Sport Shop have knowledgeable teams, familiar with their local lakes, that are dedicated to helping you have the correct gear.

The phrase “Terminal Tackle” is a fairly open term that refers to the average angler’s essential fishing gear such as; fishing line, hooks, swivels/snaps, weights/sinkers, floats/bobbers, indicators or even bait rigs.

Having the right equipment for your fishing trip is important because, for example, bright colored line is great for newer anglers, but isn’t the best line option for all situations. Bright line is easier to see in the water, allowing anglers to perfect their casting-art and notice bites faster. The downside? Well, if you can see it better, the fish can too! Don’t be too discouraged, bright colored line is still useful in dirty water, or if the fish are hungry.

Are you fishing with young anglers, or do you have multiple lines in the water? Bobbers are your best friend! Great for quickly indicating when the fish are nibbling, and just plain fun to watch.