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Rods

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Reels

Find the best reels for whatever type of fishing that you prefer

Reels

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Kayak fishing

Check out our epic kayak reviews and kayak fishing advice and accessory guides

Kayak fishing

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Lures

Get the best info on lures that actually catch fish and how to use them

Lures

Get the best info on lures that actually catch fish and how to use them
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Lines

Braid, mono and fluro - we give you the run down on how to choose the best line for you

Lines

Braid, mono and fluro - we give you the run down on how to choose the best line for you
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Fly fishing

We love fly fishing and want to help you share our passion with the best tips, advice and products

Fly fishing

We love fly fishing and want to help you share our passion with the best tips, advice and products
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Technology

The best in marine electronics - fish finders, trolling motors, batteries, cameras and more

Technology

The best in marine electronics - fish finders, trolling motors, batteries, cameras and more
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Accessories

Tools, devices and other items that make the business of fishing easier and safer

Accessories

Tools, devices and other items that make the business of fishing easier and safer
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Advice

We share our fishing secrets to help boost your knowledge and your catch rate

Advice

We share our fishing secrets to help boost your knowledge and your catch rate
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Who is behind Tackle Village?

Hey, my name is Rick Wallace. I have been fishing since I was a child and have fished for a wide range of species throughout the world. I have written for a number of fishing magazines and have also appeared in fishing films doing what I love!

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Reels

Ultralight spinning reels
Baitcasting reels
Shimano Sienna review
Shimano Sedona review
Best saltwater reel
Piscifun vs Kastking
Fishing Reel Sizes
Where are KastKing Reels Made
Are Kasting Reels
 Good?
Top Spincast Reels Reviewed
Best fishing line spoolers reviewed

 

Rods

Crankbait rods
Baitcasting rods
Spinning rods
Telescopic rods
Baitcaster combos
Best swimbait rods
Best surf fishing rods
Best ultralight fishing rods
Best kayak fishing rod
Fenwick HMG vs HMX
Best line for Zebco spincast reel
Best Ultralight Rod and Reel Combos Reviewed

 

Lures

Best pike lures
Best muskie lures
Best crappie lures
Best walleye lures
Fishing lure kits
Best lures for bass fishing in fall
Best lures for Bass Fishing in Spring
Best Lures for Summer Bass Fishing
Ned Rig setup explained
The Texas Rig Instructions
The Carolina Rig Set Up
How to fish the Wacky Rig
Best crankbaits for Bass
How to Rig a Worm for Bass
Drop Shot Rig Set Up
Best lures for smallmouth bass
Bass lure types explained
Our best jerkbaits for bass fishing
Spinnerbaits for bass
Topwater bass lure choices reviewed
Top swimbaits for bass reviewed

 

Lines

Best mono
fishing line
Best fluorocarbon line
Best braided line
Best line for bass fishing
Best fishing line for trout
Best line for Zebco 33
Fluoro vs mono differences
How Long Does Fishing Line Last?
Top saltwater fishing lines reviewed
Top lines for spinning reels
Ice Fishing Line – Top Picks
Best lines for baitcasting reels

 

Fly fishing

Parachute Adams tying
Tying Pheasant Tail Nymph
Tying the Elk Hair Caddis
Simms Flyweight boots
Best strike indicator
Simms Waders review
Simms Pack Range Explained
Simms Trucker Hats Reviewed
Japan Fly Fishing Explained
Top Steelhead and Salmon Fly Rods Reviewed
Best Fly Rods for Bass Reviewed
Top trout fly rods of 2021 reviewed
The top saltwater rods of 2021 reviewed
Best gifts for a fly fisher
Best Nail Knot Tools Reviewed
Our Best Fly Tying Vises Reviewed
Best Fly Fishing Face Masks

 

Kayaks & Accessories

Hobie kayaks
Hobie Pro Angler review
Outback vs Pro Angler
Best bass attractant
Best fishing pliers
Best fishing backpack
Best Boga Grips
Best inflatable kayak
Best kayak trolling motor
Best 2 person fishing kayak
Best kayak rack for truck
Yeti Cooler Problems
Backpack with some rod holders
Patagonia jackets
Patagonia pants for men
Patagonia Pants for Women
Yeti Cooler Colors
Yeti Rambler Drinkware Colors
Patagonia Barely Baggies Women’s Shorts Reviewed
Patagonia Sweatshirt range explained
Patagonia’s hoodies range explained
Patagonia’s long sleeved shirt line up reviewed
Patagonia’s sweatpants range reviewed
Best saltwater tackle boxes reviewed
Best fillet knives reviewed
Top Tackle Boxes Reviewed
Ice Fishing Boots Reviewed
Best Tackle Boxes for Fishing
Ice Fishing Boot Reviews
Corkcicle vs Yeti Tumbler Review
Hydro Flask vs Yeti Tumbler Reviewed
Yeti Rambler vs RTIC Tumbler

 

Technology

Best fish finder >$1000
Best Lowrance fish finder
Underwater fishing camera
How to read a fish finder
Best castable fish finder
Best  trolling motor
Best trolling motor battery
Best trolling motor for kayaks
Best kayak fish finder
Simrad vs Lowrance
Lowrance vs Humminbird
Lowrance vs Garmin
Humminbird HELIX review
Minn Kota Ulterra Review
Navionics vs CMAP
Fish Finders under $200
Fish finder under $300
Sub $500 fish finder recommendations
Fish Finder Sun Visor
CHIRP sonar explained
Down imaging and side imaging explained
Garmin vs Humminbird
Ice Fishing Sonar and Flashers
Humminbird PiranhaMAX reviewed

 

Advice

Trout fishing tips
Bass fishing tips
Best fishing knots
Double Uni knot
Tying the FG knot
How PLBs save lives
Casting vs Spinning rods
Catfish teeth
Fishing quotes
Crappie and Bluegill
Attracting crappie to your dock
Barometric pressure and crappie fishing
Yeti Cup and Microwave
Yeti Cup in Freezer?
Bass fishing post storm
Muskie vs Pike
Palomino trout – what are they?
Do  Largemouth Bass Have Teeth?
Where are Yeti Coolers Manufactured
Can you put Yeti Cups in the Dishwasher?
Different types of trout explained
Best trout lures of 2021
How To Find Great Fishing Near Me

 

 

 

Author

  • Rick Wallace is a passionate angler and fly fisher whose work has appeared in fishing publications including FlyLife. He is a regular on fly fishing podcasts and appeared in the international fly fishing film Predator.

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