2021 Gear Guide
By Tackle Warehouse | updated September 2021
To keep anglers casting a line in comfort from sunup to sundown, several of our favorite apparel and eyewear manufacturers delivered some exciting new options that are perfect for tournament day or just a weekend by the water. Huk and Aftco stood atop the apparel pack with their Bass Hoodie and Reaper Tactical Hooded Sweatshirt respectively, while the Costa Fantail Pros and the Strike King S11 Rogue Sunglasses dominated the eyewear category with their sleek design and vision-enhancing features. Despite clear victories from the aforementioned manufacturers, we saw some exciting new additions to the market from Grundens, Simms, 13 Fishing, and more, making anglers everywhere the real winners here.
Slim and sleek, Costa trimmed down the frame of the popular Blackfin glasses to deliver an aggressive profile in the all-new Costa Fantail Pro Sunglasses. Packed with the latest technology, the Fantail Pro’s feature vented and fully adjustable nose pads that combine to combat fogging and perspiration buildup. Available in a range of lenses that are meticulously designed to excel in a variety of water and land-based activities, the Viewers had no hesitation in voting the Costa Fantail Pro Sunglasses as the top choice in the best fishing sunglasses category.
Delivering top-end performance without the top-end price tag, the newly released Strike King S11 Rogue Sunglasses utilize high contrast lenses that are scientifically engineered to improve anglers' visual experience on the water. They are built to enhance anglers' ability to see into the water for increased sight fishing capabilities, while simultaneously combatting glare to help reduce eye fatigue, while fishing, driving, or just enjoying a sun-filled afternoon.
The Huk Bass Hoodie relies on an ultra-comfortable and incredibly soft two-way stretch fleece construction to give anglers a layer of protection during breezy days on the water. Coupling the premium materials with excellent graphics and Huk branding, it’s no wonder the Viewers picked the Huk Bass Hoodie to be this year’s best fishing apparel.
The Aftco Reaper Tactical Hooded Sweatshirt expertly combines style, function, and convenience into one comfortable package. Available in sleek, covert colorways and continuing its tradition of providing anglers with maximum coverage, its integrated, vented facemask provides quick, comprehensive defense from the sun as well as chilly conditions without fogging up your lenses, it also features lasercut vented underarms for optimal air flow, and Block Tapey pocket closures for secure storage of your essential items. It's no wonder it found itself at the top of the apparel category for the Staff at Tackle Warehouse, ahead of some great competition.