Picking that perfect fishing gift for a dad or a loved one can be daunting. You don't want to buy the wrong thing, plus it's good seeing the recipient delighted and using any gear they receive in the form of presents. At Carp.com, we are experts on fishing tackle. We have many products that suit gift ideas. If it's a fishing present for a dad, we can guide you towards items he will use. This might be cookware such as a fast-boiling fishing kettle, pans for preparing food on the bank, or even a simple fishing mug.
Another route when looking at fishing gifts for anglers is to find out well before you need to purchase the item so it eventually comes as a complete surprise. You could also have a crafty look at the angler's gear when they are not around to see what needs replacing. Another option is to spend some time in the bank with a loved one, which helps to work out what might make a perfect Father's Day or birthday gift.
Other items that never miss the spot are a new fishing tackle box, such as the popular Korda design, or even their ever-useful Rig Safe. These gifts are likely to be used and cherished all the time. Finally, fishing clothing like hoodies or jackets can be excellent items to buy if you check the correct sizes.
If your loved one is into fishing gadgets, you could look at the Deeper Pro Fish Finder, even a Deeper Smart Chirp+ that can interlink with a smartphone or tablet. It might be an item an angler has never used before but will come to cherish. Sonar devices like this have become very popular and are much fun to use on the fishing bank, searching for features and fishing underwater.
If money is limited, a simple flask, even a fishing mug from a favourite brand, can make a perfect gift. Cooking on the bank has become the new trend in angling, providing even more potential gift ideas for those anglers who like longer sessions; a new fishing stove can be a perfect present. These are now available in gas or petrol versions.
Suppose you have a bigger gift budget and want to treat your loved one to a fishing chair. If money is no concern, you could spoil them with a Trakker Pioneer Bivvy or Fishing Umbrella.
Ideal fishing gifts for kids are shorter 10ft rods that they can easily manage. Nash Dwarf, 10ft Rods, are the perfect present. In addition, a Nash Dwarf 3 Carry System and Nash BP-6 Black reels complete a brilliant setup to get kids and novices started.