Some of the brands we carry:
Our tackle selection is built around what actually works in Port Richey and the surrounding waters—not trends or gimmicks. We carry proven hooks, weights, rigs, leaders, rods, reels, and terminal tackle chosen for local tides, structure, and fish.
Whether you are targeting snook, redfish, cobia, sheepshead, trout, or heading offshore, we stock dependable gear and can help you set it up right, so you spend less time guessing and more time catching.
Our two favorite lures we carry, are the MirrOlure MirrOdine 17MR and the 3" or 4" DOA Shrimp. Here's why they are our top, go-to inshore lures...
When you’re targeting inshore species like snook, redfish, and speckled trout in the tidal creeks, grass flats, and docks around Port Richey, using the right artificial lures make all the difference.
Hard twitchbaits from MirrOlure, such as the 17MR MirrOdine and Heavy Dine models, are designed to mimic fleeing baitfish with a lively side-to-side action that triggers strikes from predatory fish. These lures work particularly well when fish are actively feeding on small baitfish (spring/summer months) and when you want to cover water with a cast-and-twitch retrieve.
Soft plastic shrimp imitations like the DOA Shrimp are among the most versatile inshore lures because they resemble one of the top primary forage items in the local waters...live shrimp! Offered in multiple sizes (our favorite being the 4") and pre-rigged on sharp hooks, these shrimp lures work amazing when casting under docks, bounced along the bottom, fished under a popping cork, or worked on a slow, natural retrieve—effectively imitating live shrimp in the water column. The natural profile, swimming action, and slow sink rate help entice strikes from trout, snook, redfish, and other common inshore species.
Tips for Success:
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Match lure size to local forage ("Match the hatch") and water clarity for more natural presentations.
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Work twitchbaits with a rhythmic twitch-pause retrieve to mimic injured baitfish.
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Fish shrimp lures slowly and vary retrieval speed until fish show interest.