Tampa FL area tackle shops

General Fishing Discussion
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Anyone familiar with Tampa FL area?

What are the Haddrell’s and Charleston Angler’s of the Tampa area?

Thanks

2000 SeaPro 180CC w/ Yammy 115 2 stroke
1966 13’ Boston Whaler w/ Merc 25 4 stroke “Flatty”
www.ralphphillipsinshore.com

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Dave, I have a good friend in the Tampa area, I’ll check with him and get back to you. He owns Rick’s Reel Service and has lived in that area most of his life. Are you heading down that way anytime soon?

“Apathy is the Glove into Which Evil Slips It’s Hand”.

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Thanks, yes this weekend

2000 SeaPro 180CC w/ Yammy 115 2 stroke
1966 13’ Boston Whaler w/ Merc 25 4 stroke “Flatty”
www.ralphphillipsinshore.com

4

I shot him a PM, I’ll let you know what he says.

“Apathy is the Glove into Which Evil Slips It’s Hand”.

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Dave, here are 2 shops he recommends.

Tampa Fishing Outfitters in Tampa and

Tarpon Fishing Outfitters in Holiday, Fl.

Good luck!

“Apathy is the Glove into Which Evil Slips It’s Hand”.

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you can also check out TA Mahoney’s. But it’s more of a service/supplies place. But they have tackle too.

When I lived in Tampa, there wasn’t anything like Haddrell’s. At least to my knowledge at the time. If there was, I would have caught more fish.

Mako 1901 Inshore-Honda 130
1975 13’ Boston Whaler
1977 23 Mako-project
10% of the people catch 90% of the fish.

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Dogfish Tackle shop in st. pete has the best rod select i’ve ever seen. check their web site.

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Thanks everyone!

2000 SeaPro 180CC w/ Yammy 115 2 stroke
1966 13’ Boston Whaler w/ Merc 25 4 stroke “Flatty”
www.ralphphillipsinshore.com

9

if you happen to be on the Clearwater side, Betts Fishing in largo is strong shop

The Blind Squirrel in a Flats Boat

10

Bill Jacksons in Pinellas Park is a very cool store. Otherwise Tfo.

11

Gandy bait and tackle used to be the place to find out what was going on. havent been down there in years, though.

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Gandy is pretty sweet. the bay there is so large it all depends on where youre staying and fishing! totally neat and eye opening fishing down there

14’ Skiff-“Redfish Reaper”

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Just got back. Thanks for all the suggestions. Tampa fishing outfitters was incredible. Also checked out dogfish. Also a good shop.

2000 SeaPro 180CC w/ Yammy 115 2 stroke
1966 13’ Boston Whaler w/ Merc 25 4 stroke “Flatty”
www.ralphphillipsinshore.com

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So, did you catch anything or was this just a recon trip?

“Apathy is the Glove into Which Evil Slips It’s Hand”.

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There for soccer (son). Always got to recon! Tbh I did make a few casts but not even a splash

2000 SeaPro 180CC w/ Yammy 115 2 stroke
1966 13’ Boston Whaler w/ Merc 25 4 stroke “Flatty”
www.ralphphillipsinshore.com

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Ah, got it. My youngest is playing on a club team and just made the JV team. Soccer, soccer, soccer, with an occasional weekend of scouting.

“Apathy is the Glove into Which Evil Slips It’s Hand”.

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Thanks for the help Doug. The first suggestion was a great shop

2000 SeaPro 180CC w/ Yammy 115 2 stroke
1966 13’ Boston Whaler w/ Merc 25 4 stroke “Flatty”
www.ralphphillipsinshore.com

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Great, glad it worked out. I’ll be sure and tell my friend.

“Apathy is the Glove into Which Evil Slips It’s Hand”.

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If you ever go back, check out Fisherman’s Ideal Supply House. It’s close to Madeira Beach and worth the drive from Tampa.

It’s a great store, I went in just looking and came out with an armful of gear for way cheaper than anywhere else.

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I stopped by Tampa fishing outfitters today! Real nice store and friendly staff. A must visit if you head to the tampa area.

Thanks,
Paul
GW 257 Advance
Master Unlimited-Oceans