{"id":19471,"date":"2019-12-09T16:00:12","date_gmt":"2019-12-09T16:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/?p=19471"},"modified":"2025-02-13T14:31:41","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T03:31:41","slug":"top-fishing-essentials-bring-next-fishing-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/top-fishing-essentials-bring-next-fishing-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Fishing Essentials to Bring on your Next Fishing Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Other than lures, spare line, hooks and other more obvious fishing necessities, let\u2019s look at some of the more overlooked must have tools that you should bring on your next fishing trip if you have the luggage space to spare.<\/p>\n<p>We have covered the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/gear\/packing-fishing-trip\/\">packing list<\/a> for when you are booked for a big fishing trip but this article, however, will cover items that aren\u2019t that necessary but is good to have in your bag. Check out my list of \u201cgood to have\u201d items you may want to bring on your next <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/trips-and-prices\/\">Vanuatu fishing trip<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"h2num\">1 <\/span><strong>Mini Bolt Cutters with Crimping Tool <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25245 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Mini-bolt-cutters-400x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" \/>Awesome tool to have for flattening barbs on your hooks and will be the best tool in your bag in case someone accidentally gets a hook in them. Sometimes even your best fishing pliers won\u2019t be able to cut through a 4\/0 treble hook. Learned that the hard way.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"h2num\">2 <\/span><strong>Glove Clips \/ Glove Grabbers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25246 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/glove-clips-360x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"360\" height=\"300\" \/>Nifty piece of kit this one. Wrap them around one of the t-top\u2019s many grab bars where it is exposed to air and sunlight, clip on your gloves when the boat\u2019s moving from spot to spot to keep your hands cool and your gloves dry. Perfect for other clothing like buffs and rain jackets that need drying too.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"h2num\">3 <\/span><strong>Box of Lens Wipes<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25248 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Lens-wipes-400x229-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"229\" \/>These wipes were made for cleaning camera lenses and eyeglasses. Perfect for sunnies that have had their fair share of salt spray. Camera guys love these when out on the water as miniscule droplets of saltwater always find their way to the camera lenses, always. Brownie points earned if you share them to the other guys on the trip.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"h2num\">4 <\/span><strong>USB Flash Drive \/ External Hard Drive<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25249 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/extreme-portable-ssd-left-700x700-1-300x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/extreme-portable-ssd-left-700x700-1-300x300-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/extreme-portable-ssd-left-700x700-1-300x300-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Please bring one on your next big <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/trips-and-prices\/\">fishing trip<\/a>. It is heaps better than dropbox or Google Drive, I promise. You\u2019ll get your photos and videos almost instantly and in your bag right after a trip, instead of hassling the guys to upload your photos and send you a dropbox link for you to download. They make 1GB and 2GB USB flash drives nowadays which is space saver, although an external hard drive doesn\u2019t take much space at all.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"h2num\">5 <\/span><strong>Reusable Water Bottle<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25251 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Yeti-Rambler-300x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Yeti-Rambler-300x300-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Yeti-Rambler-300x300-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Yeah it takes up some valuable luggage space, but it is good for the environment. A 26oz bottle will be enough for a day\u2019s fishing along with canned soft drinks and beers. Do your part and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/inspiration\/kickplastic-plastic-pollution-affect-ocean-we-love\/\">reduce plastic bottle usage.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"h2num\">6 <\/span><strong>USB Charging Hub<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25252 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/USB-charging-hub-383x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"383\" height=\"300\" \/>Most of our electronics like mobile phones, cameras, Go-Pros etc utilize a USB charger of some sort. This charging hub allows you to minimize the amount of cables you will bring to avoid untangling cables when unpacking.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"h2num\">7 <\/span><strong>Leukoplast Adhesive Tape (medical\/surgical)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-25253 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Leukoplast-300x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Leukoplast-300x300-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Leukoplast-300x300-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Both for safety and utility, these tapes have great adhesive properties and won\u2019t fall of even when wet. When it is extra hot and you don\u2019t want to wear gloves, wrap a layer of this tape over your casting finger and you\u2019ll be good to go. Great first aid tape for deep cuts and wounds as well.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"h2num\">8 <\/span><strong>After Sun Cream<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-25254 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/after-sun-cream-300x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"322\" height=\"322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/after-sun-cream-300x300-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/after-sun-cream-300x300-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 322px) 100vw, 322px\" \/>Need we say more? After sun cream helps with sunburnt skin, when left untreated will make the following fishing days extremely uncomfortable. Do your skin a favor and bring a bottle of after sun cream on your next fishing trip.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"h2num\">9 <\/span><strong>Rehydrating Eye Drops<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-25255 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Eye-drops-214x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"262\" height=\"369\" \/>Another unnecessary item, but great to have. Your eyes are the most important when fishing, and you don\u2019t want any discomfort due to daily exposure to the sun\u2019s UV rays. If you don\u2019t go out to sea often, a day\u2019s fishing will leave your eyes strained and dehydrated even under the protection of your brand new polarized sunnies. A few drops into each eye will provide rehydration and cooling comfort. It is definitely great to have in your pocket when out fishing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>There you have it folks. Some good to have items in your bag on your next <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceanbluefishing.com\/\"><strong>Vanuatu fishing trip<\/strong><\/a><strong>. It won\u2019t ruin your trip if you don\u2019t have them but can make a big difference once you need them.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Other than lures, spare line, hooks and other more obvious fishing necessities, let\u2019s look at some of the more overlooked must have tools that you should bring on your next fishing trip if you have the luggage space to spare. We have covered the packing list for when you are booked for a big fishing [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":109,"featured_media":24986,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_yoast_wpseo_title":"","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"Fishing this holiday? 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