Gear Bag Archives

Welcome to our Gear Bag series, where we dive into the latest and greatest fishing gear for Alaska. With each issue, we’ll spotlight top picks that make your time on the water more successful and enjoyable. From rods to reels, and everything in between, we’ve got you covered with gear that’s built for Alaska’s rugged waters and wild fish. Stay tuned for expert tips, reviews, and must-have fishing gear!

What’s in Fish Alaska’s Gear Bag

June 2023 Gear Bag

Gear for fishing recommended by the Editors and expert anglers at Fish Alaska magazine. All things considered, these items are some of our current favorite gear. Sleeping bags, waders, fishing nets as Read More...

May 2023 Gear Bag

New fishing gear is one of the exciting parts of getting ready for an upcoming fishing season. After waiting all winter, it's finally time to start getting ready. The May 2023 Gear Read More...

April 2023 Gear Bag

The fishing gear featured in the April 2023 Gear Bag blog includes a halibut rod and tackle, and also the latest outdoor fashion from Fishewear and more. Santiam SFC-602CHJ Halibut Rod Read More...

February 2023 Gear Bag

Fishing Gear Bag Having just the right fishing gear to tackle Alaska's waters is really important. The team at Fish Alaska has decades of experience and are excited to share what's new Read More...

January 2023 Gear Bag

The January 2023 Gear Bag features new products from some of our favorite brands. XTRATUF ADB Ice Nylon xtratuf.com As a resident of the 49th state, and in Read More...

December 2022 Gear Bag

With the holidays fast approaching, the theme of this December 2022 Gear Bag column is “Stocking Stuffers.” Ahi USA Live Deception Flash Jigs www.promarahi.com Stay versatile with the new Bonita pattern Live Deception Read More...

October/November 2022 Gear Bag

PEET Dryer Advantage Plus PEET Heated Shoe and Boot Dryer peetdryer.com This dryer works very well to dry footwear quickly and effectively by heating and blowing hot air. You also have the Read More...

August/September 2022 Gear Bag

August/September 2022 Gear Bag Hi-Point Carbine & Full Forge Gear Torrent Double Rifle Case hi-pointfirearms.com fullforgegear.com The Hi-Point Firearms carbines (Model 995 pictured) are the perfect companion for any outdoor venture. Read More...

July 2022 Gear Bag

Blue Fox Pixee rapala.com The Blue Fox Pixee has been a staple salmon lure for anglers in Alaska for decades. It is made to cast long distances, allowing anglers to cover a Read More...

June 2022 Gear Bag

Three Bears Alaska Grizzly Tech Dry Bags threebearsalaska.com These dry bags come in a range of sizes and options including duffels, dry bags and dry packs. Features include an airtight waterproof zipper on Read More...

May 2022 Gear Bag

The May 2022 Gear Bag has some great things in store for you, from rods and reels from Eagle Claw and Diawa, fish Attractants by both Scent Striker and Pro-Cure, along with Read More...

April 2022 Gear Bag

April 2022 Gear Bag is here, we are kicking off the Summer season with some great new items including some great new waders and boots, a great net, some fishing rod blanks and Read More...

February 2022 Gear Bag

In the February 2022 Gear Bag we take a look at an inflatable boat, a knife some pliers a great fishing lure a duffel to put in all in and a thermos Read More...

January 2022 Gear Bag

In the January 2022 Gear bag we at Fish Alaska are going to look at some great products for the recreational shellfish angler, including a boat, cooler and even a cookstove to cook Read More...

December 2021 Gear Bag

In every issue of Fish Alaska we bring you some of the latest products from around the fishing industry in our Gear Bag. Orvis Essential Trout Fly Selection orvis.com This fly collection includes Read More...

What’s in Fish Alaska’s Gear Bag

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