Here’s How to Get Ready for Fishing Season
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Even the most avid angler will sometimes just leave their fishing gear in a corner after the season’s final outing. Unfortunately, some of it will have taken a beating and be in need of cleaning, prepping, or even replacing. Now is the time to address it. After all, if you’re going to spend good money on great gear, it’s worth the time and effort to keep everything at peak performance. Here’s what to do.
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Cleaning and prepping your fishing tackle is a great way to make the long off-season seem a little shorter. It will also help ensure that once you hit the water you can focus on fishing instead dealing with gear issues.