Fishing

Outfit Your Boat for a Better Day on the Water

Whether you're trolling offshore for billfish, working inshore flats, or anchored up on a favorite freshwater lake, the right fishing hardware can make or break a day on the water. This category brings together the full spectrum of marine fishing equipment — from outrigger systems and livewell aerators to rod holders, mounting hardware, and essential accessories — everything an angler needs to turn a capable boat into a purpose-built fishing machine.

Unlike rods and reels, boat-mounted fishing gear is about organization, fish welfare, and tactical advantage. A well-rigged vessel keeps lines spread cleanly, fish alive in the livewell, and rods within arm's reach at exactly the right moment. Understanding which products do which jobs helps you build a setup that matches your style of fishing and the type of water you run.

Key Fishing Categories

The broadest revenue drivers in this category tell a clear story about what serious anglers prioritize most. Outriggers & Accessories are the cornerstone of any serious trolling spread, allowing anglers to run multiple lines at spread distances that minimize tangles and maximize bait coverage. Livewell Aerator Pumps are equally critical — keeping baitfish and caught fish oxygenated and alive requires a reliable, properly sized pump system. For hands-free rod management while trolling or drifting, Adjustable Rod Holders provide the flexibility to dial in precise rod angles for different lure presentations. When a cleaner, factory-finished look is the goal, Flush Mount Rod Holders integrate seamlessly into gunwales and consoles. Rounding out the lineup, Fishing Parts & Accessories cover the nuts-and-bolts hardware — replacement liners, mounting hardware, clips, and rigging components — that keep all of the above performing season after season.

Top Brands in Fishing

TACO Metals is among the most recognized names in sport fishing hardware. TACO Marine delivers premium outrigger systems, rod holders, and specialty marine hardware, and their products are subjected to rigorous quality control testing built to endure the demands of the marine environment.

Shurflo is a trusted name in marine pump solutions, widely used for livewell and baitwell applications across freshwater and saltwater fishing boats alike. Their pumps are known for dependable flow rates and long service life in demanding conditions.

Flow-Rite is a leader in innovative livewell and baitwell performance parts. With nearly 45 years in the marine industry, Flow-Rite is trusted by top OEM boat builders, and their patented Qwik-Lok® quick-connect fittings have become an industry standard for fast, reliable marine plumbing connections.

C.E. Smith brings decades of experience to marine fishing hardware. Known for using 316-grade stainless steel and anodized aluminum construction, C.E. Smith rod holders and fishing accessories are engineered to resist corrosion and perform in both freshwater and saltwater environments.

T-H Marine rounds out the lineup with a broad range of fishing accessories spanning livewell rigging kits, aerator components, and mounting hardware — making them a go-to source for anglers who want to plumb or upgrade their boat's fishing systems from the ground up.

What to Consider When Shopping Fishing Hardware

• Boat type and fishing style: Offshore trolling rigs demand heavy-duty outriggers and multiple rod holders; inshore skiffs prioritize lightweight, low-profile options.
• Material and corrosion resistance: Saltwater anglers should prioritize 316 stainless steel or marine-grade anodized aluminum to prevent premature corrosion.
• Livewell pump sizing: Match pump GPH (gallons per hour) to the volume of your livewell and the type of fish you intend to keep — tournament bass anglers have very different needs than bait fishermen.
• Mounting compatibility: Check tube diameter and mounting hole specs before ordering rod holders or outrigger bases to ensure proper fit on your specific gunwale or T-top.