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      Fishbites + Frank & Fran’s Rigs(Post)

      Pair Fishbites with Frank & Fran's hand-tied rigs, keep your bait on the hook longer & catch more fish! Fishbites Longer Lasting Baits are a type of synthetic fishing bait designed to provide angle

      How to Catch Sea Mullet on Hatteras Island(Post)

      Find the best fishing spots, choose the right bait & rigs, and start catching more sea mullet from the OBX surf! What type of Whiting are found on Hatteras Island Before you can learn how to catch the

      Fishing Rigs Explained: Which Bottom Rig Should You Use on Hatteras Island?(Post)

      Choose the right rig, match it to your target fish & catch more with proven OBX setups! Pre-tied rigs are the single best investment a Hatteras Island surf angler can make. They're tied by people who

      What's Biting on Hatteras Island in September & October?(Post)

      Fall fishing is heating up! Discover what's biting, find the best baits & rigs, and hit the Hatteras Island beaches ready to hook everything from pompano to trophy red drum! September and October are

      How to Choose a Surf Fishing Rod: Length, Power, Lure Weight & More(Post)

      Stop guessing and start casting! Find the perfect surf rod for your fishing style, match your gear to your target species, and hit the beach ready to catch more fish! Walk into a tackle shop and look

      Reeling in the Action: Winter Surf Fishing on Hatteras Island for Black Drum(Post)

      Don't let the cold stop you! Grab your gear, find the best winter fishing spots and reel in more fish! As winter settles in on Hatteras Island, many visitors may think that the fishing season has come

      Sand Fleas for Surf Fishing: How to Find, Collect, and Use Them on the OBX(Post)

      Grab a rake to find sand fleas & learn how to hook them to catch more pompano, sea mullet and drum! If pompano, sea mullet, and puppy drum had a favorite meal on the Outer Banks, it would be sand flea

      ​TACKLE TUESDAY - FISHING FOR BLOWTOADS(Post)

      Grab your light tackle, bait your hooks and enjoy some fun, family-friendly fishing for these tasty Outer Banks favorites! Wind, wind and more wind, that is what we have had here lately. We did get a

      Hatteras Island Tackle Shop | Bait & Fishing Gear in Avon NC(Page)

      Hatteras Island Tackle Shop | Frank & Fran's Bait & Tackle Fishing Store & Bait Shop in Avon, NC Since 1988 If you’re looking for a tackle shop on Hatteras Island, Frank & Fran’s...

      First-Timer's Guide to Surf Fishing on Hatteras Island(Post)

      Never fished the beach before? We'll show you how to catch your first fish! Hatteras Island is one of the great surf fishing destinations in the country. You've got more than 50 miles of open Atlantic

      Surf Fishing Rig for Hatteras Drum(Post)

      Rig up for big drum! Learn to set up a proven Hatteras-style drum rig, choose the right bait & fish the surf with confidence! Drum fishing is one of the most exciting challenges on the Outer Banks, an

      Ninja Tackle Rods & Rigs Guide | Frank & Fran’s(Post)

      Discover proven Ninja Tackle gear, match the right rods & rigs to your target fish, and get ready to catch more! When anglers talk about proven Outer Banks surf fishing gear, Ninja Tackle comes up for

      How to Build the Perfect Hatteras Island Surf Fishing Setup for Spring and Summer(Post)

      Choose the Right Rod, Reel, Rig & Bait to Catch More Fish This Spring and Summer! Build a Surf Setup That Works on Hatteras Island Surf fishing on Hatteras Island in the spring and summer is all about

      Best Beaches for Puppy Drum on Hatteras Island(Post)

      Best Beaches for Puppy Drum on Hatteras Island Puppy drum are one of the most-targeted fish on Hatteras Island, and for good reason. They fight hard on light tackle. They eat well. They show up all se

      Spring Surf Fishing on Hatteras Island: Your Complete Guide to the Outer Banks Season(Post)

      Get ready for spring fishing! Find out what's biting and where & which gear will help you catch more fish! Spring on Hatteras Island marks the unofficial start of surf‑fishing season—when the water be

      A Beginner’s Guide to a Solid Conventional Drum Fishing Setup(Post)

      A Beginner’s Guide to a Solid Conventional Drum Fishing Setup Surf fishing on Hatteras Island is considered some of the best surf fishing on the East Coast. Beginners frequently ask the same questions

      How to Read a Hatteras Island Beach: Finding Sloughs, Cuts, and Feeding Zones(Post)

      Learn to spot the best fishing holes, read the waves & cast where the fish are feeding! The most important skill in surf fishing on Hatteras Island has nothing to do with how far you can cast or how m

      Akios Surf Reels Guide: Rod and Rig Pairings(Post)

      Akios Surf Reels: Uses, Rod Pairings and Rig Pairings for Outer Banks Fishing When surf anglers begin looking for greater casting distance, better spool control and the ability to handle heavy bait-an

      Avon Pier vs. Rodanthe Pier: Which One Is Right for Your Hatteras Island Trip?(Post)

      Compare the fishing, amenities & atmosphere to pick the perfect pier for Your next Hatteras Island adventure! Two ocean fishing piers anchor Hatteras Island: Avon Fishing Pier in the heart of Avon and

      How Tides Affect Surf Fishing on the Outer Banks (and How to Use Them)(Post)

      Learn to read the tides, find the best feeding times, and schedule your fishing day on Hatteras Island around them for more bites! Ask the most experienced angler on the beach what matters more, time

    • FISHBITES Fishbites E-Z Mullet Grey Flesh Long Lasting, packaged fish bait with a grey flesh appearance and a rubber holder included.
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      Fishbites E-Z Mullet Grey Flesh Long Lasting

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    • FISHBITES Fishbites Bag O'Worms Longer Lasting Fish Bait with Worms, pink color, in packaging displaying product details.
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    • FISHBITES Fishbites® Signature Series Surf Rods, a fishing rod displayed outdoors on a beach with a fish caught on the line.
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      Fishbites® Signature Series Surf Rods

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    • FISHBITES Fishbites Bag O'Worms Fast Acting, bait strips for fishing in a red and white packaging with blue and yellow accents, and an illustration of red bait strips.
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    • FISHBITES Fishbites E-Z Pro Mullet, product packaging with artificial bait strips in silver and flesh colors for fishing.
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      Fishbites E-Z Pro Mullet

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    • FISHBITES Fishbites EZ-Shrimp Longer Lasting Fish Bait, green scented shrimp imitations for fishing
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    • Fishbites Fish 'n' Strips, shrimp flavored fishing bait strips in pink and green colors in packaging.
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    • FISHBITES Fishbites E-Z Clam Coquina Longer Lasting, product packet with fish bait strips and a sample of the coquina clam scented bait, endorsed by Bama beach bum
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    • FISHBITES Fishbites EZ-Crab Longer Lasting, fish bait strips for fishing with blue and white color, designed for durability and effective attractant.
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      Fishbites EZ-Crab Longer Lasting

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    • FISHBITES Fishbites E-Z Flea Electric Chicken Long Lasting, coiled flea prevention collar in bright pink and neon yellow colors.
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      Fishbites E-Z Flea Electric Chicken Long Lasting

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    • FISHBITES Fishbites Periwinkle Clam, soft plastic seafood bait for fishing, purple and white artificial lure
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      Fishbites Periwinkle Clam

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    • Fishbites Fishbites E-Z Flea Longer, close-up of the orange and beige fish bait strips in packaging
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    • NINJA TACKLE Ninja Tackle Pompano / Whiting Rig, fishing tackle with hooks and yellow sinkers for saltwater fishing.
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      Ninja Tackle Pompano / Whiting Rig

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    • Hook'd On Reelin' Grim Reaper Rigs, fishing lure with a gold and orange color pattern and a metal hook, designed for fishing enthusiasts.
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    • NINJA TACKLE Ninja Tackle Pompano/Whiting #4 Chartruese Round Float, fishing tackle with a bright yellow float and hooks for saltwater fishing.
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      Ninja Tackle Pompano/Whiting #4 Chartruese Round Float

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    • AFW Bottom Rigs #4 Hooks Pompano Rig, fishing rig with two hooks, orange beads, and brass hooks for saltwater fishing.
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      AFW Bottom Rigs #4 Hooks Pompano Rig

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    • Hook'd On Reelin' Black Ice fishing hook, product packaging showing a bird image and fishing accessories.
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    • NINJA TACKLE Ninja Tackle Bug-A-Boo, fishing lure with pink soft plastic bait and metal hooks for bass, pompano, whiting, trout, and drum fishing.
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    • BEAR PAW TACKLE CO. Bear Paw FNCH Snelled Hook, fishing hook with red beads and metal weight for fishing.
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    • BEAR PAW TACKLE CO. Bear PAW FNRBH Snelled Hook, fishing hook with red bead chain and metal weight for angling.
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