The Fish Wrap Writer Recommendations
We at the Fish Wrap Writer are asked often about what tackle shops to visit, what gear we use to catch fish, what stripers are biting on in the fall, etc. We do our best to provide tackle shop and lure info in our fishing reports we post weekly, but we also wanted to provide a comprehensive list here as well.
Additionally, there are some amazing organizations in Rhode Island that help protect our waterways and fishing environments. Check out some of my favorites below.
Store Recommendations
These are the places I shop in New England when needing bait, lures, rods/reels, swag or more often than not, some great local fishing and hunting advice. To see a complete list of tackle shops in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts, click here.
There are dozens of excellent tackle shops all over Rhode Island, staffed with great folks who are ready to help you with picking out your gear needed to catch the fish. Check out this blog post that lists them all. See one I’m missing? Send us an email and let us know!
Tackle Recommendations
I’m rarely – if ever – out on the water fishing in Rhode Island without these brands of equipment with me.
Brite Strike
SALTWATER AL'S GOLDFISH, FISH WRAP WRITER SPECIAL EDITION
The Fish Wrap Writer collaborated with the great team at Al’s Goldfish Lure Company to develop this new saltwater lure.
The Original Goldfish shape and action built specifically for saltwater action. Hard baked paints, custom tied teaser size 3/0 VMC J hook, and a wobble and flutter that salt species can’t ignore.
Gear Guides
Every year I publish a gear guide sharing some of my favorite products. Check them out below.
Testing ORU’s Beach LT Sport Kayak
ORU Kayaks, ready to be unfolded and loved wherever you go, are feng shui for water. Check out our ORU's Beach LT Sport Kayak test paddle, the easy assembly and maybe just love them like we do. ORU kayaks are so smart and easy to use and when the day's over, they fit in a trunk or under a workbench.
3 Outstanding Outdoor Gear Choices
We offer you 3 Outstanding Outdoor Gear Choices to help you welcome in Fall fun in comfort, safety and style. And they won't break the bank.
The Meditative Fisherman
Bryan Archer's "The Meditative Fisherman" is a fine book of fishing, travel, reflection and appreciation all angler should read several times. I loved every page.
2023 Summer Fishing Gear Guide
Todd Corayer provides his 2023 summer fishing gear guide, with plenty of gear to make your fishing season in Rhode Island that much better. Click to view this summer's gear guide.
Gear I love
Here are some of the items I’m rarely on the water without and highly recommend. Looking for the Fish Wrap Writer merch? Click here.
Organization Recommendations
There are so many great organizations in Rhode Island and New England that do incredible work protecting our waterways, public access, and fisheries. Below are just a few I make it a point to stay informed on and volunteer with.