[topnative2]

seriously, wd40 on the zipper itself and the guide

 

[Snookdaddy]

Just something to entertain. My son hates his hard tackle box. Similar to the one blow. We have been looking for a soft tackle box for him. While we looked I let him borrow an old backpack. It's 20 years old. The reason I know this it was the "daddy diaper bag" I had from when he was little. Turns out it makes a great tackle backpack. May want to see if you have any old backpacks laying around. They work great.

https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/plano-1364-4-by-rack-tackle-system

Friggin Great Idea and I do have my son’s old backpack. I will look into it.
Thanks for the solid!

 

[Smackdaddy53]

seriously, wd40 on the zipper itself and the guide

ChapStik works too

 

[Snookdaddy]

I'll second a slight re-purposing. I've been using Gill laptop computer bags for 10+ years (on my second but the first was still going strong when I swapped out). Plenty of zipper pockets and enough room for multiple boxes/soft plastic binder. The zippers have held up well, but my bag lives in the forward hatch when fishing or in the tackle room when idle.

Zika, another great idea.

I mainly fly fish, so not an issue, but use artificials with a few friends and family.

I will loo into your idea too.

 

[Snookdaddy]

ChapStik works too

Exactly what I plan to do on the next bag, no matter what.

 

[topnative2]

we all carry to much crap..........but won't go there
really thankful I am not a bass fisherman......they all need therapy!

 

[Jason M]

I like the Mustad soft tackle bag.

 

[KnotHome]

Another vote for the Plano Guide series. My wife paid too much for it, but it’s awesome. I really like the hard bottom for keeping it dry if a little water shifts as I move around. The 3600 series helps keep me from carrying too much stuff. I just swap boxes from inshore to offshore gear. Not the easiest to find, but the deep 3600 boxes are perfect for offshore lures.

 

[PileatedPhotography]

I didn't expect the Plano Guide to hold up as well as it has when I first got it. It sat out in the open on our first skiff and got a ton of spray. I have not lubricated the zippers yet, and they all still work very well. The only thing that has given out is the stitching on the pad of the shoulder strap. Wasn't a big deal for me because I don't have to carry it far and it honestly just got in the way. The plastic molded tooth zippers hold up well compared to the metal ones I have on some older tackle bags. Those need more care to keep them running smooth.

 

[Smackdaddy53]

Here’s the one I have. This is my second one and I bought another backup when they had them on sale. They last a few years no issues. They actually come with a Plano tackle tray that fits in the front zipper. I put my line spools in the side pouches and whatever in the rest. Insulated and waterproof so you can also use it as a cooler. @JC Designs bought one as well. Hard to find but I think you can dig one up.

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[DBStoots]

I’m tired replacing my soft tackle box every year due to frozen zippers.

What is a good dependable soft tackle box that will last more than a year?

Thank you!

I have a Simms tackle bag that I've had for years. I've made a practice of using Star Bright Snap & Zipper Lubricant periodically, so I've never had any issues. Sometimes when fishing as a guest on another skiff, I'll throw a box or two and my other gear in a Simms Dry Creek Z Sling Pack and that has also worked out really well.

 

[34198]

Here’s the one I have. This is my second one and I bought another backup when they had them on sale. They last a few years no issues. They actually come with a Plano tackle tray that fits in the front zipper. I put my line spools in the side pouches and whatever in the rest. Insulated and waterproof so you can also use it as a cooler. @JC Designs bought one as well. Hard to find but I think you can dig one up.

igloo 40 can - Google Search

Yeah, they need to bring them back!

 

[CoolRunnings]

Plano is still the best option for soft tackle bags with buckles. Unfortunately tackle bag options have not improved over the years. Often the discontinued versions are much better. I think that's why you are seeing more and more people using dry bags, boat bags, etc.. to carry their tackle trays instead of intended use tackle bags.

 

[TravHale]

I used this aftco boat bag Boat Bag, but have switched to the yeti gobox. Some of the materials used inside the bag are fairly lightweight and probably not very durable. The outside of the bag is decent.

 

[fjmaverick]

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I don't use it for tackle though. That is my gear bag for the boat. The zippers are very good quality as is the rest of the bag. It's really a steal for $69.

 

[attitudeindicator]

Definitely not the most cost effective but I use the Yeti panga backpack as a tackle bag. It secures itself right to the side of my poling platform and is 100% waterproof. Plus I can use it as a normal backpack if I need to.

 

[skinny_fishing]

Just something to entertain. My son hates his hard tackle box. Similar to the one blow. We have been looking for a soft tackle box for him. While we looked I let him borrow an old backpack. It's 20 years old. The reason I know this it was the "daddy diaper bag" I had from when he was little. Turns out it makes a great tackle backpack. May want to see if you have any old backpacks laying around. They work great.

My son does the same thing, I've bought him hard and soft tackle boxes, even a Plano backpack style tacklebox that he didn't like, he just keeps going back to his old backpacks he used for school lol. I've already had to toss one out he beat it up so bad.

 

[TheHawk]

My favorite:

EGO Tackle Box Bags

 

[TieOneOnJax]

I had the same problem; zippers always crap out well before the rest of the bag. Bought the Plano 3700 Weekender Series and have been really satisfied with it. I don't do a ton of spin fishing so 3 plano boxes is just right for me but I could see it being a little small for others with more stuff. For $35, I'd buy another one of this size before I bought a bigger one. Fits nicely in my front hatch in my Lostmen.

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[RobertSC]

Vaseline every six months run over the zippers has kept my Cabela's soft bag and its like 8 zippers working just fine since 2017. 95% saltwater fishing.