The Best Gifts for Bass Anglers

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Bass come in all shapes and sizes: green ones, brown ones, spotted ones and striped ones. And unless you live in Alaska, you’re in luck: there’s green bass (largemouth), in every region of the United States. So, it’s no wonder you’ve made it here—there’s a bass angler on your gift list and you need to know what to get them. Well, you’re in luck because any of the gifts below are sure to satisfy any bass angler.

1. For Capturing Every Fish Catch

Pics to Prove the Catch: Gopro Hero 13

If you know a fisherman, you’ve heard an ole “fish tale”. The GoPro has changed the way we tell fish stories. From giving fisherman proof of their catch to opening a new era of fishing storytellers, it’s a staple in most bass fisherman’s tackle box. I can say from 100’s of hours of experience, its one of my favorite tools on the boat.

BUY THE CAMERA

2. For Shore Bass Anglers

A Shore Angler’s BEst Friend: PLano Atlas Tackle Backpack

The Plano Atlas Tackle Backpack is a shore angler, co-angler and traveling bass fisherman’s best friend. Offering ample tackle storage, protection and the ultimate in mobility, the Atlas Tackle Pack redefines storage for anglers on the go.

BUY THE PACK

3. For the Bass Angler Trying New Techniques

A bass anglers obsession: Swimbaits

The Spro KGB Chad Shad Swimbait is known for its ability to perform for both beginners and pros alike. If the bass fisherman on your list hasn’t talked about swimbaits, they probably haven’t started fishing them yet, so grab this one and take them down a new fishing rabbit hole. And even if they’re already swimbait obsessed, just know, no one has enough Chad Shads.

BUY THE CHAD SHAD

4. For the Knowledgeable Bass Angler

The Know-It-All Bass Guide: The Bass U TV Subscription

Since its inception, The Bass University has been on a mission to provide knowledge to increase anglers effectiveness in any scenario. From the classroom to the water and most importantly, a library of over 1,000 exclusive online videos and counting. For the bass angler that wants all the knowledge about fish, techniques for every scenario and to simply think like a bass, the Bass U TV subscription is the answer.

THE ULTIMATE BASS LIBRARY

5. Sniper Vision That No Bass CAn Hide From

Unmatched Vision: Smith Optics Embark

On the water, most bass anglers agree that a great pair of sunglasses is one of the most essential pieces of equipment outside of their tackle box. For the ultimate in lens polarization, Smith Optics’ Chromapop technology is arguably unmatched. The Embark combines Chromapop tech with removable side shields to block any and all light and eye-effecting wind.

GET CRYSTAL CLEAR VISION

6. DODGE THE WEATHER + BRING IN THE FISH

THE BEST BASS FISHING RAIN JACKET: SIMMS CHALLENGER JACKET

There’s an old saying that goes, “there’s no bad weather, only bad gear” and the Simms Challenger Jacket is the antidote to that bad notion. Both breathable and waterproof, this jacket is sure to keep the weather out and the fishing on and with a price tag that won’t break the bank.

Buy the Simms Challenger Jacket for $229.95 on Simmsfishing.com

GEAR TO KEEP DRY

7. For the Aspiring Bass Fishing Content Creator

A camera Mount Above the rest: YOLOtek Camera Boat Mount

“Pics or it didn’t happen”, that’s the response we’re confronted with when telling. fish story. The YoloTek Powerstick Camera Boat Mount is the solution to putting that conflict to bed. As both a camera mount and a remote battery charging system, this is the ultimate addition to any bass fisherman’s boat that catches (or wants to) every fish on camera.

SHARE THE BEST BITES

8. For the Bass Angler That Always Wants “Big BAits”

The Swimbait that you can always use two of: Triple Trout

The 22nd Century Triple Trout Swimbait is well known from coast to coast for its ability to catch fish of all sizes. Life like swimming patterns, innovative features and proven effectiveness make the Triple Trout a go-to and staple for any bass angler’s tackle box. And believe me, if you buy your bass angler this bait, they’ll be VERY impressed.

A PROVEN FISH CATCHER