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Saltwater-Proof Gear That Survives Every Trip

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You absolutely need Saltwater-Proof Gear that will seriously survive every single trip you take! You know that salt can totally kill cheap gear fast, but these are your proven, tried-and-true tools that can take the brutal abuse. From your early morn...
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The Absolute Best Waterproof Bags to Conquer Saltwater

You've got to protect your valuables, and these are the Absolute Best Waterproof Bags ready to conquer that saltwater environment! When you're dealing with tropical squalls in Southeast Asia or facing big boat sprays pretty much anywhere, keeping you...

 
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the YETI Panga Backpack 28 is basically a bombproof, submersible fortress for your back; it’s airtight and totally waterproof with a tough shell that laughs in the face of downpours, making it a favorite from Manila Bay to the Florida Keys.
Panga® 28L Waterproof Backpack
 
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Simms Dry Creek Z Sling Pack offers a sleek, ergonomic sling design that stays out of your way while fishing, featuring a Tru Zip waterproof zipper that’s virtually self-healing for 100% protection, which is ideal for a mobile angler wading the flats...
Dry Creek Z - Fishing Sling Pack
 
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Fishpond Thunderhead Submersible Backpack, a rugged choice made with TPU-coated recycled materials—a win for your gear and the ocean—and it’s a big hit for those long hikes into remote fishing spots across the globe.
fishpond Thunderhead Waterproof Backpack
 
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YETI Panga Duffel 50 gives you a massive, fully submersible storage space, perfect for stowing bulkier items like rain gear, towels, and camera equipment for extended offshore trips.
Waterproof Duffel Bag: YETI Panga 50L
 
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Plano Z Series Tackle Bag, which is specifically engineered for saltwater with a zipperless design to eliminate the number one point of corrosion failure on tackle bags, ensuring your trays stay dry and rust-free whether you’re in Palawan or the Caro...
Z-Series™ Tackle Bag

Titanium and Stainless Steel Tools for Corrosion-Free Control

Hey, when you're hitting the saltwater anywhere, your tools literally have to be tougher than the corrosive environment itself! These amazing Titanium and Stainless Steel Tools are specifically chosen to give you totally corrosion-free control and ar...

 
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The legendary Van Staal Titanium Pliers are simply the benchmark—they’re made of solid titanium, meaning they’re lighter than steel, incredibly strong, and absolutely will not rust, which is worth the investment for any serious angler.
Fishing Pliers - Heavy-Duty Tackle & Hook Removal
 
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A more budget-friendly but still excellent choice is the Accurate 7" Piranha Pliers, which boast stainless steel cutters and jaws that are highly heat-treated for maximum hardness and corrosion resistance, making them perfect for cutting heavy braid ...
Accurate 7in Piranha Pliers w/ Sheath & Lanyard
 
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Leatherman Wave Plus Multitool is a powerhouse, offering a variety of essential non-corrosion stainless steel tools, including heavy-duty pliers, that are a great backup to have on any boat.
Wave® Plus Multi-Tool
 
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Boone Long Nose Plier is a classic stainless-steel option with a long reach and cushioned grips, keeping your hands safe and away from sharp hooks and teeth.
Long Nose Pliers
 
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Booms H01 Scissors offer a dedicated, sharp stainless steel cutting solution, which is an indispensable tool for quickly trimming line and rigging bait on a slick deck.
Booms Fishing H01 Small Pliers Scissors

Reel Maintenance Essentials to Defeat the Rust Monster

No joke, the moment your reel hits that salt water, the countdown to the dreaded corrosion begins! That's why proper reel maintenance using the absolutely right products is totally mandatory after every single fishing trip, especially in super humid ...

 
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The Shimano Reel Oil and Grease Kit is the gold standard, providing a perfectly balanced set of lubricants that are specifically formulated for their reels, ensuring the bearings and gears stay smooth, protected, and performing exactly as intended.
Shimano Reel Oil And Grease
 
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Another top pick is the Inox MX3 Lubricant Spray, which is a phenomenal all-purpose, non-conductive, non-staining product that displaces water and provides a long-lasting protective film, perfect for spraying down the exterior, guides, and any metal ...
Inox MX3 Lubricant 300gm
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For heavily used moving parts like the main gear and worm shaft, a dedicated synthetic product like Abu Garcia Reel Grease provides a thicker barrier against moisture intrusion, significantly extending the life and smoothness of your baitcaster and s...
Fishing Reel Grease & Oil
 
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Don't forget the spool shaft, where the Corrosion X HD (Heavy Duty) is an excellent product to use, as it chemically stops rust and corrosion from forming, making it a lifesaver for all the internal metal components that are hard to reach but crucial...
Corrosion X Hd
 
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simply using Distilled Water and a Microfiber Cloth after every trip is the most critical first step; a light rinse with non-pressurized distilled water helps dissolve and wash away salt crystals before you apply any lubricants, preventing them from ...
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