Plastic storage trays are by far the best way to organize fishing gear across several species and fishing methods. But you also need a way to store the trays themselves. Here are three solutions that will keep your gear handy and organized to maximize the time you spend fishing and minimize the time wasted searching for the right rig.

A storage backpack is ideal for anglers on foot, kayaking, or with limited space in a small boat, and river and lake side anglers love being able to hike fishing with their gear. Backpack systems are great if you are carrying multiple rods or a cooler and need to keep both hands free so you can hopefully reach the water’s edge in one trip, as you would if you fish on the beach.

Waterproof

A product like this makes it easy to store and organize all of your things. KastKing

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Shoulder bags offer great storage capacity for anglers who want to keep their entire arsenal in the hold of a boat or in the back of a vehicle. Take whatever the day asks for and go! Look for sturdy, preferably self-healing, zippers with oversized zippers and compartments that are compatible with the size of the boxes you use. Gadget loops, zip ties, mesh pockets, and plush padding all make traditional shoulder bags a popular storage system.

Made in the USA

A strong option protects your equipment and is not susceptible to corrosion. Plano

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Hard-sided bins are also compatible with tackle storage bins. They’ll withstand any abuse you can throw at them, and you don’t have to worry about zippers seizing up due to corrosion over time. Hard storage cases are often sold with built-in trays included because there is less flexibility in sizes than a solid case can accommodate.