Top 10 Fishing Gear Picks in Canada for 2025: Rods, Reels, Tackle and Accessories

The St. Croix Legend Tournament Bass LTBC69MF is a tournament-grade blank offering refined sensitivity and a well-tuned mid-to-tip taper ideal for sustained aggressive twitching and long casts. It stands out for its premium SCII graphite construction and industry-leading warranty, giving anglers a more durable and confidence-inspiring alternative to the lighter, pricier Megabass and a more polished feel compared with the value-oriented Daiwa and Dobyns rods.

The Stella SW 6000XG is Shimano's flagship saltwater spinning reel and is engineered for the ultimate smoothness, precise drag control, and refined materials that deliver unrivaled performance for challenging jigging scenarios and trophy fish. Technically it outperforms the other reels here in refinement and low-friction operation, but its premium price reflects flagship-level engineering, meaning it is best suited for anglers who prioritize top-end performance and are willing to pay for long-term precision.

Loon Outdoors' Tin Split Shot is a premium, precision-manufactured tin sinker known for its soft, easy-to-crimp metal and corrosion-resistant finish that preserves weight consistency. It stands out financially and technically by appealing to specialty anglers willing to pay a bit more for predictable performance and high-quality packaging, offering cleaner crimps and less variation than economy assortments.

The Vibrax Original pairs a precision-machined rotating blade with a balanced, weighted body to produce a steady, high-frequency vibration and strong flash, making it a versatile performer across species and conditions. Technically optimized for consistent spin and vibration transmission, it typically undercuts premium sonic designs on price while matching or exceeding their attraction in clear-to-stained water, so it’s a financially sensible choice for anglers who want broad utility from a single vibration-optimized inline spinner.

The Plano EDGE 3700 Terminal Box is a low-cost, highly stackable hard box designed specifically for organizing terminal tackle like hooks, weights and swivels; it’s the economical backbone of many tackle systems. Its technical advantage is simple: rugged, waterproof plastic construction and standardized 3700 sizing that pairs with soft bags and backpacks on this list, offering the cheapest way to add compartmentalized storage compared with full backpacks or feature-rich bags. For anglers building a modular fishing tackle storage system on a tight budget, the EDGE terminal box delivers the best cost-per-compartment.

The Mustang Survival Callan Insulated Jacket is the market leader for offshore and commercial fishing thanks to its marine-certified safety features, integrated buoyancy options, and high-visibility designs that prioritize life-saving performance over minimal weight. It is typically heavier and pricier than the other jackets listed, but that tradeoff is justified for anglers who need regulated flotation and maximum on-deck protection.

Blue Sea Systems' 2023 Grounding Bus Bar Kit tops the list for fishing electronics power supplies thanks to its heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant bus, high current capacity and modular design that makes expanding bonding networks easy on saltwater boats. Compared with the other kits here it carries a premium price but delivers superior materials, clearer labeling and upgrade capability that reduce long-term maintenance and replacement costs for demanding multi-device fishing installations.

The Princecraft Vectra 21-2S Fishing stands out for refined build quality and angler-focused technical options, including advanced hull geometry and factory-ready electronics integration that elevate on-water performance and fishability. More premium than entry models like the Sun Tracker but typically more affordable than the ultra-luxury Manitou, the Vectra offers a compelling middle ground for anglers who want higher-end features and a smoother ride without the highest price tag.

Beckman's Coated Knotless Net is the budget-minded, fish-friendly choice combining a knotless bag with a durable powder-coated hoop to keep upfront cost low for shore anglers. It trades off the premium hardwood finish and extended reach of the Brodin and the advanced folding mechanics of the StowMaster for a simple, protective, lower-priced option that still outperforms bare-mesh nets for catch-and-release care.