The Outdoor Gear We Recommend
We may have a little bit of a hoarding problem. Good gear need not be expensive, but it has to improve the experience in some way. Whether it’s the right rod, a certain bait, or the world’s best rainsuit, we’ll give unfiltered opinions on what we use and why we use it.
No tackle shop on earth provides more specialized gear for bass than Tackle Warehouse. If you want it, they've got it in stock — whether it's a proven winner or the newest items on the market — and their service is exceptional.
Pat Schlapper’s La Crosse Sticks
Pat Schlapper has his sights set on another blue trophy as the tour heads to the Upper Mississippi River, launching out of the city of La Crosse. Here are a few St. Croix rods that’ll start every day on his front deck.
Swim Jig Trailers Simplified With Pat Schlapper
At the end of April I fished with Pat Schlapper at Lake Hartwell. While we were there I picked his brain about a number of topics, including swim jigs. Surprisingly, he keeps it extremely simple, including with his trailer choices.
