On The Water’s 2016 Gear Guide is a review of some of the greatest gear available to fishermen and boaters in the Northeast. We’ve combed through the catalogs and selected the rods, reels, lures and clothing that On The Water readers will find useful when chasing striped bass, tuna, trout and largemouths in their home waters.

Boat Gear Guide

• Gear: Rods, Reels And Accessories
• Gear Upgrade: Tuna Tackle
• Get Started: Albie Addiction
• Get Started: Striper Trolling

Surf Gear Guide

• Gear: Rods And Reels
• Gear Upgrade: Surf

Accessories Gear Guide

• Gear: Knives And Tools

Freshwater Gear Guide

• Gear: Rods, Reels And Ice fishing
• Gear Upgrade: Esox Hunting
• Get Started: Pond Hopping

Apparel Gear Guide

• Gear: Sunglasses, Wading Wear And Outerwear
• Apparel Upgrade: Cold Weather Clothes

On The Water’s Gift Guide

Set the hook with our carefully selected picks for the greatest gifts for Northeast fishermen. Whether you’re shopping for a striper fisherman, an ice-fishing fanatic, a bass pro, or yourself, you’re sure to find the right gift here. Read more →