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bigfishgirl
Posted 8/18/2017 1:35 PM (#874807)
Subject: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 12


I am working on filling out my toolkit for the boat, the aim is to have everything I need, and not much else.

So far I have a hook file, long needle nose pliers to remove hooks, Knipex to cut hooks, scissors for cutting line, a jaw spreader, a pair of gloves for handling fish

Am I missing anything? (not counting net, rod/reel/tackle)
bllhogg
Posted 8/18/2017 1:50 PM (#874815 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials




I like having multiple different sizes of needle nose pliers, couple split ring pliers, and a long hook pick too
kdebell
Posted 8/18/2017 1:58 PM (#874819 - in reply to #874815)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 251


electrical tape, multi bit screwdriver and a socket set
anderj85
Posted 8/18/2017 2:24 PM (#874822 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials





Posts: 273


Location: US
I also carry plenty of spare batteries for the trolling motor remote and whatever tools needed t change them.
Lunger50
Posted 8/18/2017 2:26 PM (#874823 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 90


A good first aid kit
Brian Hoffies
Posted 8/18/2017 2:26 PM (#874824 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials





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It's un-american not to carry duct tape. Also assuming you carry a spare prop the tools needed to change that out.
Jeremy
Posted 8/18/2017 8:10 PM (#874853 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials




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Location: Minnesota.
Get a set of marine jumper cables. They're smaller than auto cables but you never know when you might need 'em!
bigfishgirl
Posted 8/18/2017 8:15 PM (#874854 - in reply to #874824)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 12


well, I am Canadian, but I do carry duct tape, a multitool, and a hockey puck in my purse......
bigfishgirl
Posted 8/18/2017 8:24 PM (#874855 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 12


Great suggestions guys, anything else that is particularly fish release, rod, reel, tackle care related?
Musky Face
Posted 8/18/2017 8:33 PM (#874856 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 558


Wire connectors for trolling motor batteries and what ever else. Spare foot pedal for your trolling motor.
ruchtir
Posted 8/18/2017 8:41 PM (#874857 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: RE: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 16


Zip ties to quick fix a net hole
Pike Master
Posted 8/18/2017 10:39 PM (#874863 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: RE: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 293


Location: Sakatchewan,Canada
bigfishgirl - 8/18/2017 1:35 PM

I am working on filling out my toolkit for the boat, the aim is to have everything I need, and not much else.

So far I have a hook file, long needle nose pliers to remove hooks, Knipex to cut hooks, scissors for cutting line, a jaw spreader, a pair of gloves for handling fish

Am I missing anything? (not counting net, rod/reel/tackle)


You said a tool kit for the boat, that is probably why most answers are in regard to that. It seems you are actually looking for catch and release tools...
tundrawalker00
Posted 8/19/2017 7:37 AM (#874872 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 497


Location: Ludington, MI
I carry a small reel-cleaning kit from Ardent in case something starts making noise.
NPike
Posted 8/19/2017 1:33 PM (#874887 - in reply to #874872)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 612


Swiss Army knife can be surprisingly handy.
ToddC
Posted 8/19/2017 1:45 PM (#874888 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 315


A roll of toilet paper can come in pretty handy on occasion.
hooked
Posted 8/20/2017 7:25 AM (#874937 - in reply to #874853)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials





Posts: 383


Get a set of marine jumper cables. They're smaller than auto cables but you never know when you might need 'em!
^^^^^^^^
Note: Do NOT skimp out and buy cheap-o ones or ATV sized. Trust me on this. When those cables start burning up in the middle of the lake, it's not pretty!
Lizmorea
Posted 8/22/2017 3:20 PM (#875203 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: RE: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 29


My release tray has long needle nose, standard needle nose, hook cutters, split ring pliers, hook file, spare hooks, spare split rings, measuring tape for girth, weed guards, a tiny screwdriver with multiple bits for reels, and probably a few other things I can't remember.
Running_Hot
Posted 8/22/2017 3:32 PM (#875204 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: RE: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 326


Location: Plainfield IL
spare prop, prop wrench, nut and hub kit. For my ranger I have a extra ignition switch in case the digital pad has issues, optimax drive belt

Truck:
lug wrench
mobile trailer jack
wheel blocks
opti oil
NathanH
Posted 8/22/2017 3:54 PM (#875206 - in reply to #875204)
Subject: RE: Tool kit essentials





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Location: MN
Reel oil, electrical tape, supergluex2, spare props for trolling motor and main motor.
TannerAE
Posted 8/23/2017 8:04 AM (#875274 - in reply to #874807)
Subject: Re: Tool kit essentials




Posts: 72


mountain dew or other citrus soda to stop bleeding on a fish. Sounds silly but it works extremely well.
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