Father’s Day Fishing Gear Guide

Our Father’s Day Fishing Gear Guide lists loads of new lures and angling products — along with plenty of fan favourites — that are sure to please Dad on his special day.

CrushCity premium soft plastics ($9.99+) make great Father’s Day gifts. Here are just a few gift-worthy options.

PigStick — This new, premium, 5-inch stick-bait has the perfect action bass can’t resist! The PigStick features an integrated saddle designed for use with a VMC Crossover Ring ($8.79+) for better bait durability and lifespan when Neko or Wacky rigging. Consider bundling some PigStick packs with a pair of Crossover Pliers ($25.29) and Crossover Ring packs.

Mooch Minnow — If Dad like pitching jigs for walleye and finessing bass, he’ll love the Mooch Minnow. Stellar for forward-facing sonar tactics, this 3-1/2-inch finesse plastic also catches ‘em with conventional jigging techniques.

More Minnow Options — Fans of fork-tailed minnows (aka jerk shads) are enthralled with The Jerk’s expanded size range, now available in 3-3/4, 5 and 7 inches. CrushCity’s swimbait offerings also expand with the Heavy Hitter and The Mayor available in varying sizes between 2-1/2 to 5-1/2 inches. All these minnow plastics also come in several new, proven colours for largemouth, smallmouth and striped bass, walleye, northern pike, lake trout and other predators.

Tungsten jigs get more popular each year, and Dad will appreciate getting his hands on the RedLine Series Tungsten Swimbit Jig ($11.99+), RedLine Series Ned Head Jig ($10.49+) and Tungsten Moon Eye Jig ($8.49+).

Treat Dad to the best hooks money can buy with a gift box filled with VMC’s ultra-premium RedLine Hooks ($9.99+). These hooks are extremely strong, light and efficient as a result of their Needle Point design, Vanadium Steel and P.T.F.E coating.

The Precision Xtreme collection will help Dad catch more fish. Whether calling up bass, pike or other predators with the PRX Jowler topwater ($29.99+), or eliciting sub-surface strikes with the PRX Mavrik 110 and PRX Deep Mavrik 110 ($26.49+), this trio of premium, long-casting lures are must-haves for the 2025 angling season.

Get Dad putting more walleye in the net by gift-wrapping him the finest walleye crankbaits on the market. When fish are feeding in 4 to 15 feet, the Elite Shad Rap ($22.99+), original Shad Rap ($11.49+) and Scatter Rap Tail Dancer ($19.79+) are as close to foolproof as you can get. For deeper scenarios, he’ll appreciate getting the new Gold Miner 30 ($18.79), Down Deep Husky Jerk ($12.49+) or Deep Tail Dancer ($20.99) crankbaits.

The Elite CountDown ($21.49+) features modern construction, high-definition finishes and cutting-edge features cast spells on big brookies, rainbows and lakers. And if Dad’s a fan of casting inline spinners for trout, the new Super Vibrax Tri Pack ($21.79+) or Northern Lights Vibrax Series ($9.29+) are sure to please.

Luhr-Jensen’s trolling collection has everything big-water anglers need for catching trout and salmon. Noteworthy newcomers include the Koho King Spoon ($9.99+), Anchovy Roll ($12.79+), Trout & Kokanee Dodger ($14.79+) and Cyclone Flasher ($30.79+). Equally appealing are the new colours offered in the Jensen Flash Fly ($13.29+), Jet Diver ($15.99+) and Dipsy Diver ($17.49+) product lines. Lastly, don’t overlook the always potent Hot Shot ($10.49+) and KwikFish ($15.29+).

Having the right colour of lure can make the difference between having a good or a great day on the water. So why not upgrade Dad’s fishing tackle collection with some fresh, fish-catching colour patterns? The following are just a few lures offering new paint jobs: Rattlin’ Chug Bug ($10.99+), Shad Rap ($11.49), Scatter Rap Minnow ($16.49+), Original Thunderstick ($10.99+), Original Hot ’N Tots ($10.49+) Rippin’ Rap ($11.99+), Jigging Shadow Rap ($17.99+) and Jigging Rap ($8.99+). 

Keeping lures and fishing tackle organized and protected has never been easier thanks to Rapala’s feature-loaded Tackle Trays ($11.99+). Available in two sizes with several different internal configuration options, these trays boast heavy-duty construction, smart designs, UV-proof plastic and a Quick Latch System enabling single-hand opening and closing.

Finesse tactics are arguably the biggest trend in freshwater fishing right now, and Dad will be thrilled to get his hands on some spools of Revolve ($32.49) ultra-thin fishing braid. Made specifically for finesse technique applications, Revolve features optimizes tensile strength, a profile to reduce annoying wind knots and smooth, hassle-free performance on both spinning and BFS (Bait Finesse System) setups. You’ll also want to include some spools of Advance Fluorocarbon Leader ($17.49+).

13 Fishing’s all-new Myth ($239.99+) and Oath ($139.99+) spinning and casting rods are the top contenders for the best fishing rods to get him for Father’s Day. Available in 1- and 2-piece models, Myth and Oath rods are crafted with industry-leading materials, showcase 13 Fishing’s legendary innovations, and deliver performance, sensitivity, lightness and comfort at a level typically seen in much higher priced rods.

MYTH SERIES

OATH SERIES

If Dad likes enjoying his catch at the dinner table, consider upgrading his fish preparation gear. Rapala’s legendary fillet knives always make great gifts. Knives and come in traditional models, like the all-new Stealth FXF Fillet Knife ($49.99+) Fish ’n Fillet knives ($34.99+) and Soft Grip Fillet ($24.99+), as well as electric versions, such as the cordless R12 Heavy-Duty Lithium Fillet Knife ($219.99) and Electric Fillet Knife Set ($109.99). If he doesn’t already own one, also give him a Fillet Glove ($32.79+) for finger and hand protection when he’s preparing fish.

Fathers who like data or fishes tournaments will be over the moon to get the new 20 lb. High Vis Digital Scale ($274.99) and the CrushCity Tournament Weight Bag ($44.99). Other best-sellers sure to bring a smile to any angler’s face include are the Fisherman’s Pliers ($19.99+), 7” Elite Pliers ($149.99), Two-Stage Ceramic Sharpener ($7.79), 24” Folding Ruler ($13.79), Precision Line Scissors ($25.99), Retractable Line Scissor ($19.99) and Cerakote 7” Elite Scissors ($79.99).

Rapala Neck Gaiters ($16.49), 13 Fishing T-Shirts ($29.99) and Hooded UV Shirt ($49.99) will keep him cool, and comfortable, whether he’s on the water or relaxing at home. Supremely gift-worthy, too, are Rapala’s stylish ball caps, including the new, aptly named Dad Cap ($19.99).

Rapala’s innovative, guide-tested rain gear is made to keep anglers dry, comfortable and catching fishing in ugly, wet weather. Choose from the either the Rapala Pro Rain Jacket ($389.49) and Bibs ($389.49), or the Rapala Rain Jacket ($294.99) and Bibs ($294.99) set.