5 Best Tackle Bags & Backpacks

A high quality tackle bag is one of the most important pieces of equipment for every angler. You need something that allows you to organize all of your fishing lures, terminal tackle, and fishing tools to keep them safe and secure. Here are some key features that make up a quality tackle bag along with our picks for the best tackle bags.

Storage Space

First and foremost, one of the most important things to consider is the storage space. Do you need a large fishing backpack that has a lot of storage options and can fit multiple utility boxes? Or would you prefer something a little smaller that is easy to bring with you on those quick fishing trips. Luckily, MidwayUSA carries a wide selection of sizes from popular brands like Plano, Lews, and Frogg Toggs.

Configuration

The next step in the selection process is the configuration of the bag. Tackle bags come in a range of options from backpacks to traditional bags with carry straps to chest and hip bags. Your bag of choice will depend on how much mobility you need. Chest and hip bags are great for fly fishing where you may need to change out bait while already in the middle of the stream.

Pockets & Compartments

Having a tackle bag with strategically placed compartments is essential to staying organized and making the most out of your time on the water. Some bags are designed to store trays as well as individual lures and tools.
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Lew's Mach Hatchpack Tackle Bag

Structurally, the Lew's Mach Hatchpack Tackle Bag features durable 600D polyester with Honeycomb ripstop panels with EVA wall construction. A rubberized, textured base keeps this pack stable on the boat deck or a creekside boulder. 7 compartments and 5 rubber mesh pouches provide ample storage opportunities tools and baits, with the large main compartment holding up to 5 – 3700 style tackle boxes (includes one 13.75” x 8.75” x 2” utility box). The front side of the bag touts a pliers holder, as well as a “juice pouch” for Speed Cleanz line spray, sunscreen, etc. To boot, a sturdy sunglasses case is directly on the front side of the pack for easy access at all times. A line spooling grommet is included on one side compartment to make spooling up simple and easy when on the run.

Features

  • 600 D polyester w/Honeycomb ripstop polyester panels
  • EVA wall construction
  • 7 compartments (including the Hatch lid compartment
  • 5 rubber mesh pouches
  • Line spooling grommet
  • Plier holder
  • Juice Pouch liquid accessory holder
  • Rubber coated base
  • Sunglasses Holder
  • Can hold up to 5 3700 style boxes in main compartment
  • Adjustable padded shoulder straps and sternum strap
  • Hi-Vis zipper pulls
  • Includes: 1–13.75” x 8.75” x 2” utility box
  • Bag Dimensions; 20”H x 16”W x 9.25”D

 

What Customers Are Saying

Seems well built and lots of space

Just got mine yesterday and moved all my tackle into it. This bag holds a lot of stuff. The straps are really comfortable and seem fairly sturdy to carry the weight. I carry way more than I can possible use in a year but I would hate to not have a piece of tackle when I need it so we will see if it can handle the weight over time. I will update this in 6 months or so. But I feel pretty good about its durability by the way its built.
- aggie fan, 11/16/2021

About Lew's

Lew Childre was born to fish and got the insatiable thirst to build better fishing products than anyone else. Since 1949, professional and amateur anglers alike have trusted Lew's to deliver on the promise of Lighter, Faster, Stronger products. The original developer of the teardrop reel and bamboo rod, Lew's has been innovating for decades. From the first Bream Buster and Speed Stick to their latest product, Lew’s continues to set the standard for dependable fishing gear. Lew’s offers an extensive line of rods, reels, combos, tools, and accessories in series like American Hero, Custom Pro, Team Lew’s, KVD, Hypermag, Laser, Crappie Thunder, etc. Lew's reels, rods, combos, and accessories are designed for peak performance and durability. Feel the Difference.

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Daiwa D-VEC Tackle Bag

The Daiwa D-VEC Tackle Bags have tons of storage. The Large top pocket will hold five 3600 sized trays (Medium) or five 3700 sized trays (Large). Molded sunglass holder, 2 zippered side pockets on the back, cell phone/GPS holder on front and plier holder on both side pockets. Large carry handles, padded shoulder strap and great tackle organization to go anywhere.

Features

  • Molded sunglass holder
  • Cell phone/GPS holder
  • Plier holder

About Daiwa

Daiwa was founded in 1955 in Japan, it wasn’t until 1966 that Daiwa opened it’s first US doors to handle US sales and distribution. Despite starting out small, Daiwa has grown into one of the most influential tackle companies in the world. Daiwa offers a full line of reels, rods, lures, line, travel tackle, combos, accessories, and apparel. Daiwa series include the Revros, Legalis, Tatula, Steez, Exist, Laguna, BG, Presso, J-Braid, Samurai, Minispin, Saltiga, Neko, etc. The essence of life’s journey stretches beyond work and daily life, it’s found in the things that feed our soul and engage and nurture our senses. The lure of nature, the draw of the aquatic world, and the attraction and connection with what they have to offer is what fuels us as an angler. For over 60 years, this attraction has driven and inspired Daiwa to create and deliver the most advanced, dynamic fishing gear the world has to offer, to provide the ultimate experience. Daiwa is born to fish and built to inspire.

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Frogg Toggs 3600 Tackle Bag

3 Color Options

Never again will you be limited to how you organize your fishing gear. The Frogg Toggs 3600 Tackle Bag comes standard with front and top access to the tackle box compartment allowing you to choose horizontal or vertical storage configurations. The bag is constructed of durable, fast-drying ripstop and cross stitch fabric. Included are line spool holders with spooling grommets integrated into the pockets to allow for easy, on the go line spooling without the hassle and mess. A poly mesh pouch is designed to perfectly hold the Frogg Toggs i360 Bait Binder (not included). A heavy weight, removable shoulder strap allows for easy transportation to your boat or favorite fishing spot.

Features

  • Comes with 3 Frogg Toggs 3600 series bait trays
  • Holds up to 4 Frogg Toggs 3600 series tackle boxes
  • Plastic tooth zippers to avoid zipper corrosion
  • Slip resistant rubber feet
  • Bait binder pocket system
  • Line spooling system on both side pockets
  • Comfortable, reinforced neoprene carry handle
  • Fully adjustable and removable neoprene grip shoulder strip

 

What Customers Are Saying

Money well spent.

Fantastic tackle bag. Well made. Holds plenty of small boxes in the side pockets. Easy to organize and holds plenty of tackle and accessories. The 3600 tackle binder fits perfectly in the mesh pocket The blue color is very bright. If it's available the black color may be a better option.
- Danny, 12/31/2023

About Frogg Toggs

Designed for you, created for the outdoors. Unfortunately, there is no magic, universal rainwear fabric that does it all. Fortunately, there is a universal rainwear brand that DOES! frogg toggs® builds the right technology and performance into every product — so that we always provide the very best product and price for our valued and loyal fans, friends and family. THANK YOU FOR A GREAT 23 YEARS.

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EGO Kryptek Tackle Backpack with 4 Utility Boxes

  1. Typhon
  2. Pontus
2 Color Options

The EGO Kryptek Tactical Tackle Box Backpack will give you an aggressive look on and off the water. The product features multiple storage pockets, laser cut molle loops for external tool management, Kryptek camo technology, and four clear tackle trays. Constructed with extra durable1000 denier nylon fabric and PVC coated backing for a measure of water resistance, these bags will endure the toughest conditions on and off the water. 

Features

  • 1000D Nylon fabric with water-resistant PVC backing 
  • Includes four 10" x 7" tackle trays 
  • Multiple storage pockets 
  • Laser cut molle loops 
  • Contoured backpack straps 
  • Tactical velcro patch area  
  • Removable main compartment divider 
  • Kryptek camo technology 

 

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Plano Guide Series Tackle Bag

The Plano Guide Series Tackle Bag is newly redesigned with equal attention to aesthetics and technology. Plano's Guide Series tackle bags have never looked or functioned better. The Guide Series Tackle Bag features hard-backed 168 Denier fabric that will hold its color and shape for years. Additional upgrades include laser-cut MOLLE attachment points and redesigned pocket configurations. This allows for improved access and comfort and oversized zippers open with ease. The added TPR molded base has extra rigidity and gripping power. The tackle bag features a patent-pending magnetic Dropzone that holds any metal on top of the lid. It has the holding power to secure up to the weight of pair of pliers. Throw anything up top and you will find it stored safely within grabbing distance.

Features

  • Patent-pending magnetic Dropzone locks lures and pliers on lid
  • Large interior holds (5) StowAway utility boxes
  • 2 handled side pockets double as additional carry option
  • Front compartment includes waterproof pouch, 3600 Stow and ID slip pocket
  • 1 back slip pocket with hook-and-loop closure
  • PVC-backed 168 Denier fabric for many years of use
  • Laser-cut MOLLE attachment points add to carry capacity
  • All-new rigid TPR molded base won't slide off boat decks
  • Oversized easy-glide zippers with faux leather pulls
  • Heavy-duty hardware and connection points
  • 2 straps on each corner sized to hold pliers
  • Padded removable shoulder strap
  • 3500 includes 5 3500 StowAway Utility Boxes and Removable, Waterproof Cell Phone Holder
  • 3600 includes 5 3600 StowAway Utility Boxes and 1 3500 StowAway Utility Boxes and Removable, Waterproof Cell Phone Holder
  • 3700 includes 5 3700 StowAway Utility Boxes and 1 3600 StowAway Utility Boxes and Removable, Waterproof Cell Phone Holder

What Customers Are Saying

Very nice tackleBox

The storage spaces are Ideal for tackle. I purchased some extra Plastic containers and can swap them out For fly fishing bs spinning fishing. Magnetic Too by no means essential, but I see the Logic behind it.
- Ccdmhg, 11/22/2021 Shop Now