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Best Fishing Gift Ideas for Saltwater Anglers

Check out our favorite fishing gift ideas for any time of the year.

By SWS Staff

Updated: October 24, 2018

From big-ticket father’s day fishing gifts to last minute stocking-stuffers for Christmas, saltwater anglers always appreciate the latest in anything that makes their days on the water more fun, more comfortable, and more productive. Here are our picks for some of the best saltwater fishing gifts you can buy this year.

Shimano Curado DC

Onboard microcomputer monitors and tweaks spool speed 1,000 times per second to prevent backlashing and maximize casting distance, in three sizes. Available in right- or left-hand retrieve. $249.99 SWS File

Weego 66

A get-home guarantee, the Weego 66 provides enough cranking power to start up to a 10L gas or 5L diesel engine: or simply recharge your mobile devices. And it contains a 600 lumen flashlight. $199.99 SWS File

Penn Spinfisher VI

Penn’s Spinfisher VI series now includes the company’s lightest and smallest sealed reel, featuring major upgrades in the proven product line, including a protective sealing to IPX5 standards and a revamped, fully machined aluminum and brass gear train. The sealed spool carries HT-100 drag washers for reliable and exceptional stopping power. Available in a full range of sizes, from 2500 to 10500 models. $139.95 to $249.95 SWS File

YETI Hopper BackFlip 24

Whether you’re packing provisions for a day on the water, or fixins’ for a holiday party, the Backflip with Yet’s famous insulating properties holds it all and packs it conveniently on your back. $299.99 SWS File

Offshore Angler Frigate II Spinner

This all-aluminum frame reel with forged rotor has the beef to handle a range of popular gamefish. Starting at $79.99 SWS File

Soft Science SailFin Women’s Shoe

The Soft Science women’s collection offers comfort and spiffy appearance, and a non-slip sole on wet decks that keeps anglers on their feet, and traveling stylishly from the party boat to the party. $79.95 SWS File

Powerpro Superslick V2

Eight end weave construction, resin flooded line produces smoother casts, improved handling maximum casting distances. Available in moss green, black, hi-vis aqua green and blue in 8, 10-, 15-, 20-, 30-, 40-, 50-, 65- and 80-pound-test in 100-, 150-, 300-, 1,500- and 3,000-yard spools. $20.99 to $339.99 SWS File

Rapala Twitchin’ Mullet

The popular Rapala X-Rap Twitchin’ Mullet is available in a smaller 06 model, sized for shallow inshore work. Comes in 12 colors: Albino Shiner, Bone Chartreuse, Blue Sardine, Fusilier, Glass Ghost, Gold Olive, Hot Olive, Moss Back Shiner, Olive Green, Red Belly, Red Ghost and Silver. $9.99 SWS File

Buff UVX Mask

The second generation of the UVX Mask is updated with contoured design for great fit and streamlined look, shielding the neck and face from summer and winter sun. Laser-cut breathing holes aid airflow and helps prevent glasses fog. $37 SWS File

Fin-Nor Tidal Series Rods

Tidal Inshore Spinning Rods, sized for bonefish to tarpon, come with premium cork handles, and are designed to fish braided line. Six models, all in solid graphite, cover a range of angler’s needs. $99 and $129 SWS File

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