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Beach Packing for a Tropical Cruise or Vacation

It’s almost time! You’re almost on your way to a luxury cruise ship or a far-flung tropical beach destination for a week or two of fun, relaxation, and water activities. Whether you’re expecting to be hanging out at swim-up bars, parasailing, or taking a boat out to do exotic fishing, it’s time to pack everything you need to make the most of the trip. You’ll need a variety of clothing depending on what you’re planning on doing. After all, no one wants to have a day at the beach tainted because they failed to pack some good women’s and men fishing shirts. When you’re headed to the tropics on a cruise or vacation, prepare for everything you might want to do—fun in and on the water, and lounging in the sun.



Dressing for the Heat

Before getting into specifics, it’s good to know how best to beat the heat. Because it is going to be hot. If you’re unfamiliar with tropical weather, it’s humid as well as sweltering, and can be unpredictable, so staying cool as best you can is important. Counterintuitively, the key to staying cool is covering up. The more of your skin the sun hits, the hotter you’ll be. In order to stay cool and comfortable, however, the fabric needs to be light, breathable, and ideally moisture wicking. That means investing in long sleeve fishing shirts, long sleeve Tshirts, and lightweight pants made with high-quality materials.

For Lounging on the Beach

Nothing says tropical paradise like lounging under a beach umbrella, drink in hand. The exception to the “cover up to stay cooler” rule is when you’re out of the sun. If you’re lounging in the shade, opt for a good Tshirt and lightweight fishing shorts. For the air-conditioned beachside bar, consider a long sleeve Tshirt. Accessorizing with a good pair of polarized sunglasses and a hat will both contribute to your style and comfort.

For Playing on the Water

For playing on the water, whether fishing, kayaking, sailing, or engaging in any other water-based leisure activity, invest in some high-performance long sleeve fishing shirts for comfort and protection. The best fishing clothes tend to be made of lightweight, high-performance polyester and polyester blends that are optimized for wicking away moisture and drying quickly. Those are exactly the attributes you’re looking for in the tropics. When you’re on the water, often with little shade and intense sun doubled by its reflection off the water, don’t go out without a quality pair of polarized sunglasses and a good hat.

Pack What You Need, Leave What You Don’t

Now that the items you should bring have been covered, how about what not to bring? While everyone likes to look good, it’s generally a good idea to refrain from bringing expensive jewelry to tropical beaches. Traveling can increase the risk of theft, while sand and surf can suck down expensive jewelry in a second. If you’re going on a cruise, check and see what they provide in your cabin, because you likely won’t need to bring grooming products, as they often come complimentary. Finally, remember not to over-pack, both to lighten your burden and leave you with room for souvenirs!

About Reel Life™

Anyone who was #RaisedOnTheWater is ready for Reel Life™ gear. Whether you live close to the water or just travel to it every chance you get, it’s a way of life. If you treasure this planet’s oceans, lakes, rivers, and all of the beaches, you were raised on the water. You’re living the Reel Life™ whether you’re fishing, whitewater rafting, sailing, kayaking, diving, snorkeling, or kicking back with good friends and a cold drink on the beach. Reel Life™ gear is there to keep you protected, stylish, and comfortable on the water. From their home base in Florida, the Reel Life™ team has designed gear to optimize protection and comfort. Whether you choose a sharp, high-performance fishing shirt for men or women, a stylish hat, or a pair of polarized sunglasses, you’re keeping it “reel.”

Gear up for your adventures on the water with Reel Life™, at Reellifegear.com

 

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How to Prepare for Anywhere Your Beach Adventure Takes You

Generally, when someone takes a trip to the beach, they know why they’re going. They’re headed to the sand and surf for specific activities, or sometimes specifically to do nothing. On the other hand, if you’re on a first-time beach trip or you’re just a go-with-the-flow adventurous type, then you may not be entirely sure where the day will take you.



Beaches offer the opportunity to adventure in the water: You could fish, sail, kayak, surf, swim, or just lounge with a drink. Beaches are wonderful places to be but are best enjoyed prepared. Knowing whether you should be packing shirts for fishing, swimsuits for lounging, or otherwise being prepared, can truly make a day at the beach, well, a day at the beach!

Pack Versatile Clothing Options

Just as important as what you should wear to the beach is what you shouldn’t wear. For instance, wearing a sweater to the beach is generally not a great idea. While the beach can get cold, for the most part trips to beaches are warmer weather affairs, and sand has a way of getting everywhere it’s possible for sand to go. Dealing with a sand-saturated sweater is a pain. To keep warm in case of windy or chilly weather, pack a waterproof jacket and lots of layers. Avoid fabrics that don’t react well with water and those that take a long time to dry, like suede, leather, denim, and wool. Sandals are great for the beach, but they are terrible for wearing on a boat, so bring at least one pair of closed-toed shoes.

The “Just Lounging” Outfit

When you’re lounging around, you want a stylish outfit that’s comfortable, cool, and gives good skin coverage. Unless sunbathing is the goal, avoiding direct sun-to-skin exposure as much as possible is a good idea. So, along with your swimsuit, bring some light outerwear. As counterintuitive as it sounds, keeping cool is generally better accomplished by covering up than it is stripping down. Consider lightweight, breathable fabrics like high-quality long sleeve ring-spun combed cotton Tshirts for staying cool but remaining protected. Lightweight, non-denim pants also make sense. If you do opt for shorts, consider fishing shorts, like a polyester-spandex blend. They offer good protection, are light and cool, usually water-resistant, and tend to be anti-chafe. Always include a good pair of polarized sunglasses and a hat.

Performance Gear for Going on the Water

When you’re going on the water, check out high-performance polyester fishing shirts. The best high-quality, high-performance fishing shirts are generally going to be made from polyester that is engineered to wick moisture away and dry quickly. That’s going to be important if you’re getting wet. It likewise provides excellent protection from the sun while remaining light and breathable enough that you’re not going to overheat. Remember, whenever you’re on a boat, wear close-toed shoes, wear those polarized sunglasses, and put on a hat. Don’t forget seasickness remedies if you get seasick or haven’t been on a watercraft before. Most importantly, be prepared, be safe, and have fun.

About Reel Life™

Anyone who was #RaisedOnTheWater is ready for Reel Life™ gear. Whether you live close to the water or just travel to it every chance you get, it’s a way of life. If you treasure this planet’s oceans, lakes, rivers, and all of the beaches, you were raised on the water. You’re living the Reel Life™ whether you’re fishing, whitewater rafting, sailing, kayaking, diving, snorkeling, or kicking back with good friends and a cold drink on the beach. Reel Life™ gear is there to keep you protected, stylish, and comfortable on the water. From their home base in Florida, the Reel Life™ team has designed gear to optimize protection and comfort. Whether you choose a sharp, high-performance fishing Tshirts for men or women, a stylish hat, or a pair of polarized sunglasses, you’re keeping it “reel.”

Gear up for your adventures on the water with Reel Life™, at Reellifegear.com

 

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How to Prepare for a Chartered Fishing Trip—What to Bring and Wear

For anglers, not much can match the excitement of a chartered fishing trip. It’s virtually always an excursion into unknown waters, often fishing for exotic and unfamiliar species, organized by someone who’s job it is to help you catch fish. That being said, a day on a chartered fishing boat isn’t quite the same thing as a day on the beach. A day on the ocean is always accompanied by challenges and risks, and every trip should be taken seriously to avoid a downright miserable time. Don’t worry too much—with a little preparation and a good fishing long sleeve shirt, that fishing trip will be everything you hope it will be.

 


Find Out What the Charter Provides and Pack These Fishing Essentials

The most important first step when planning a trip out on a chartered boat is finding out what’s included and what’s not in the excursion. Some charters will fully outfit you, feed you, provide water, and cut your bait. Others are more bare-bones, requiring clients to bring their own food, rods and reels, and bait. Many offer clients the opportunity to rent fishing gear, but that can be expensive. Keep in mind that in addition to the price of a charter, you’ll also almost certainly be paying a licensing fee for the day’s fishing. If you’re not familiar with being on the water in a craft, bring seasickness medication. If you know you get seasick, consider dropping by your doctor’s office to see if they have a suggestion. Definitely don’t forget to bring sunscreen.

Protect Your Skin with Performance Fishing Apparel

Hot or cold, wearing long sleeve clothing and closed-toed shoes is a must. In the heat, light pairs of fishing pants and high-performance polyester women’s or men fishing shirts are terrific for protecting you from the elements while providing cool breath ability. Whenever you’re spending a day outside the risk of a bad sunburn or sunstroke is present. On a boat on the water, however, that risk can be intensified by the heat, the reflection of sunlight back up from the water, and a possible lack of shade. Fortunately you can pack a high-quality fishing shirt that offers UPF 50+ UV protection and is made with high-performance polyester, which is excellent at wicking moisture away and dries quickly to help keep you cool.

Bring Sun Protection Accessories

When on a chartered fishing trip, how you accessorize is about being safe, protected, and comfortable, rather than about looking good. However, since that accessorizing should always include a good pair of polarized sunglasses, hopefully your accessories will ensure that you both look and stay cool. In addition to polarized sunglasses, include a hat in your angling outfit. A hat keeps the sun off your head, which both keeps you cool and reduces the risk of sunburn. Be prepared, dress appropriately, and your fishing charter experience should be an experience you’ll always treasure.

About Reel Life™

Anyone who was #RaisedOnTheWater is ready for Reel Life™ gear. Whether you live close to the water or just travel to it every chance you get, it’s a way of life. If you treasure this planet’s oceans, lakes, rivers, and all of the beaches, you were raised on the water. You’re living the Reel Life™ whether you’re fishing, whitewater rafting, sailing, kayaking, diving, snorkeling, or kicking back with good friends and a cold drink on the beach. Reel Life™ gear is there to keep you protected, stylish, and comfortable on the water. From their home base in Florida, the Reel Life™ team has designed gear to optimize protection and comfort. Whether you choose a sharp, high-performance fishing shirt for men or women, a stylish hat, or a pair of polarized sunglasses, you’re keeping it “reel.”

Gear up for your adventures on the water with Reel Life™, at Reellifegear.com

 

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A Hot Time on the Water: Warm Weather Gear for Winter Travelers

Winter is a whole different animal in the warmer southern climes of our great nation. For some, the call of the places where the winter months mean sun and surf rather than snow, ice, and puffy jackets is simply too strong to ignore. If you are one of them, whether you’re a seasoned snowbird or a tourist looking forward to a couple weeks of sunshine, tropical drinks, and hunting sailfish off the Florida coast, you need the right gear to remain comfortable and stay safe. That is often as simple as a good, high-performance fishing shirt for men or women.



Staying Covered Means Staying Cool

There is a common misconception that the less clothing you have on, the cooler you’ll be. It’s an understandable confusion as it seems like a basic logic. Since being warmer requires putting on more clothing, wearing less clothing should result in coolness. The fact is, direct exposure of skin to sunlight both increases body temperature and can be bad for your skin, particularly if you get a nasty sunburn. The key is full coverage with light, breathable material. Quality fishing apparel is the best clothing solution for remaining cool, comfortable, and covered on or near the water, whether you’re fishing or not.

The Right Material with the Right Features

When it comes to breathable fabric to keep you cool, the name of the game is high-performance fishing shirts and pants made of lightweight polyester. Fishing apparel works so well because light, high-performance polyester is the perfect material for warm and hot weather fishing or water adventuring in general. 

High-quality examples feature UPF 50+ protection while being light enough for flow-through from the breeze. They are antimicrobial and stain-resistant, meaning they’re tougher against the elements and help prevent odor. Fishing can be pretty messy, after all. Finally, high-performance polyester both excels at wicking moisture away from the body and is extremely quick-drying. The best fishing shirts are even fabricated without tags to prevent that annoying tag scratching or tickling of the neck.

Hats Can Make All the Difference

As is the case with the common “less clothing equals cooler” misnomer, there is a persistent myth that hats make you hotter. In fact, the right hat helps you stay cool and protected. Investing in a quality fishing hat, for example, keeps sun off the top of your head, which contributes to cooling and prevents scalp sunburns, which are incredibly miserable. A hat can also provide facial shade, reducing glare and keeping you cooler. For an even cooler option, go for a mesh-backed hat for improved air flow.

About Reel Life™

If you were #RaisedOnTheWater, you are ready for the Reel Life™. For the Reel Life™ team, anyone who treasures the world’s beaches, oceans, lakes, and rivers was raised on the water. The Reel Life™ spirit is seeking out adventures near and on the water. Whether those adventures are boating, fishing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, or just kicking back on a beach with good friends and cold drinks, Reel Life™ is there for you. Reel Life™ carries the clothes and the accessories to ensure that you’re cool, comfortable, and looking good on the water. Originally raised on the waters of Florida, the folks at Reel Life™ know how to create gear that optimizes comfort and protection, whether it’s a stylish, high-performance women’s and men fishing shirts, shorts, or polarized sunglasses.

Keep it “reel” with Reel Life™, at Reellifegear.com

 

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Heading to the Water? Dress the Part for Style, Safety, and Comfort

We are all connected to the water. It sustains our lives, powers the ecosystems that feed us, and is the focus of so many industries and livelihoods. Some people are more passionate about the water than others, spending their lives as close to water as possible. That can mean fishing, kayaking, scuba diving or snorkeling, braving class five whitewater, trimming up the sails, or simply being close to water at every opportunity. If you’re one of those people, you already know not to risk ruining a beautiful day on the water with unfortunate clothing choices. Sometimes, the difference between a terrific day on the boat and suffering through a savage sunburn is a fishing long sleeve shirt.

Dressing for Style: Fishing Hats

While style may seem like a less important consideration than safety or comfort for a successful day on the water, let’s face it—how we look matters. Almost no one likes the idea of looking, and therefore feeling, out of place, or simply not looking very good. On the other hand, looking the part can make a huge impact on how we enjoy our time doing the things we love.

The key to nailing style on the water is to combine good-looking, well-made clothing with practical function. A good example is a functional hat. A fishing - the face from the sun, reducing burn risk and cutting glare. So, for function and fashion, find a stylish performance fishing hat that demonstrates your love for the water. 

Dressing for Safety: Polarized Sunglasses

Sunglasses look cool: That’s pretty much a fact. The style feature of the equation is covered, and they’re functional for safety too. Picking up a pair of polarized sunglasses means looking great and protecting your eyes, giving you a clearer picture of what’s happening underwater. Wearing polarized sunglasses can help protect you from the sun’s rays, including the glare of the rays on the water, which can help prevent sunburned eyes.

Dressing for Comfort: Performance Fishing Shirts

Nothing says someone belongs by the water like fishing shirts. High-performance fishing shirts are sleek, stylish, can improve safety, and are incredibly comfortable. So, seek out a high-performance polyester women’s or men fishing shirts and find out for yourself what style, protection from the elements, and comfort can be on the water. 

The best high-quality long sleeve fishing shirts will offer UPF 50+ protection, stain-resistance, and antimicrobial material for reduced odor. Be sure to find some that are lightweight and breathable while providing that protection, keeping you cool and covered. High-performance polyester is also an excellent moisture-wicking material that dries extremely quickly, keeping you cool and dry. The best high-performance fishing shirts put comfort first in every design element, even going as far as to avoid tags to prevent itchy necks.

About Reel Life™

If you were #RaisedOnTheWater, you are ready for the Reel Life™. For the Reel Life™ team, anyone who treasures the world’s beaches, oceans, lakes, and rivers was raised on the water. The Reel Life™ spirit is seeking out adventures near and on the water. Whether those adventures are boating, fishing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, or just kicking back on a beach with good friends and cold drinks, Reel Life™ is there for you. Reel Life™ carries the clothes and the accessories to ensure that you’re cool, comfortable, and looking good on the water. Originally raised on the waters of Florida, the folks at Reel Life™ know how to create gear that optimizes comfort and protection, whether it’s a stylish, high-performance fishing shirt for men and women, shorts, or polarized sunglasses.

Keep it “reel” with Reel Life™, at Reellifegear.com

 

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Tips for Finding Great Fishing During the Busy Southeast Tourist Season

Unlike much of the country, in which cold weather can significantly curtail fishing, winter in the Southeast is both mild and rewards anglers with a wealth of opportunity. However, even on the fisheries of Florida, the Gulf Coast, and surrounding areas, the weather can take a turn. An influx of snowbirds and winter tourists present an additional concern that can require a greater level of preparedness and caution. So get geared up in a fishing long sleeve shirt, grab that thermos of coffee and a friend, and drop your line in some winter water. Here are some tips for finding great fishing during the busy Southeast tourist season.

 


Freshwater Fishing From the Bank

Anglers are most likely to encounter colder weather earlier in the morning, so be prepared and layer your clothing. The primary weather concerns are going to be rain and wind, so a waterproof outer shell of rain gear is a must. Under wind-breaking rain gear, a long sleeve fishing shirt is a fishing essential anytime of year. The best will be moisture-wicking while remaining breathable to keep you comfortable from morning till night.

Of course, waterproof shoes or boots with solid traction are a must for any fishing trip. It’s likewise imperative to bring polarized sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun’s glare in the sky and reflection off the water. A comfortable, adjustable fishing hat can help you rep your favorite fishing gear brand while adding further protection from the sun.

Pack food and drink including protein bars, beef jerky, trail mix, or something else to keep your body supplied with energy. A thermos of hot coffee or hot chocolate will likely prove welcome.

Saltwater Fishing From the Beach

Most of the above applies to fishing on the beach as much as it does the bank. Again, for any winter angling in the Southeast, make reliable, long sleeve fishing shirts under rain gear the focus of your comfort strategy. The more high-performance polyester fishing shirts can function as a great upper-body sweat-wicking base layer, because it might get hot and humid later in the day.

Additionally, any water that’s lower than your body temperature is going to make you colder, so if you’re going to be standing in the surf, wear waders. If the temperatures get low enough in your area, consider a wetsuit as an under-layer. Bring a camp chair or something else to sit on as cold, wet sand is not comfortable and will also draw the heat out of you. A pair of latex or nitrile gloves can prove surprisingly effective at keeping your hands warm without sacrificing dexterity, as even in warm weather, harsh wind and spray can make your extremities uncomfortable.

Fishing From the Boat

At the risk of becoming predictable, most the above advice is also applicable to remaining comfortable on a boat, especially in the unpredictable weather of a Southeast winter. In addition to the above gear, consider bringing an extra set of clothes along, sealed in something watertight like a dry bag. You’ll be glad you did if you find yourself in a wind-whipping cloudburst. Facing a long, windy trip back to the ramp or slip while cold and soaked is no fun.

Some boats have the added benefit of being able to accommodate a heater or heaters, just be sure the wiring can handle it. If not, disposable hand warmers in pockets or even shoes can help ward off the cold.

Finally, be extra vigilant when navigating the Southeast’s famous fisheries in the winter as you’re likely going to be sharing them with far more tourists than at other times of the year. Those tourists may not be familiar with those waterways, and sometimes, not all that familiar with controlling a boat.

About Reel Life™

Were you #RaisedOnTheWater? For the folks at Reel Life™, being raised on the water is a state of mind shared by everyone who feels the pull of the world’s oceans, beaches, rivers, and lakes. The essence of living the Reel Life™ means seeking and appreciating adventures both on and near the water. Whether your adventures are fishing, whitewater rafting, boating, kayaking, or kicking back on the beach with friends and a cold drink, Reel Life™ has the clothes and accessories to keep you cool and comfortable. Originally raised on the water in Florida, the Reel Life™ team is committed to ensuring you look great and stay protected from the elements with a terrific selection of gear including women and men fishing shirts.

Keep it “reel” with Reel Life™, at Reellifegear.com

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How to Keep the Beach Life Alive in the Colder Months

While beaches may empty out toward the winter in the colder regions, farther south, in the Southeast and Gulf Coast region for instance, winter means just the opposite—beaches packed with locals and tourists. For surf anglers up north, the winter beach can be a paradise of solo casting to hungry fish. For those on beaches further south, winter fishing offers a unique opportunity to hook exotic species migrating to warmer waters, though tourists may be crowding the beaches and the water.



So, when the mercury drops, dig out one of your warm men fishing shirts and hit the beach, or scout out a secluded fishing spot away from the tourism rush. Here are a few tips on how to keep the beach life alive even in a chillier season.

Keep Your Top Half Protected

Layering is the foundation of dressing warm. Whether up north or down south, staying dry is essential to warmth, and is best accomplished by wearing waterproof gear over fast-drying performance fabrics. A high-quality, long sleeve fishing shirt for men or women that’s breathable and moisture-wicking is a perfect layer anytime of year. Additionally, a waterproof outer shell is always a good winter precaution, especially down south where the weather can be as ornery as the fish, and you’ll need layers to customize how much warmth you get. Beneath that, a cotton shirt is great if you don’t plan to be standing in the surf—opt for high-quality performance polyester if that’s a risk or you’re prone to working up a sweat.

Dress for the Activity & Weather

Up north, a winter wetsuit can be a great under-layer for surf fishing, though even climbing into a drysuit can sometimes be called for. If it’s more of a bonfire, beer, and cooking your catch situation than it is a standing-in-the-surf day, consider bringing wood to burn as the wood on or near the beach may be wet. A trusty warm hoodie is also never a bad item to pack to stay comfortable beachside.

Have the Right Accessories

Of course, it’s important to protect your eyes with high-performance polarized sunglasses anytime of year. An adjustable and fitted hat is likewise a great accessory for any day on the beach or on the water.

Food, Shelter, and Taking a Seat

Since the beach, specifically the sand part, gets cold in the winter, it’s best to keep your body out of contact with it. To avoid losing body heat to the sand, take a seat with you. Even an inexpensive camp chair is greatly preferable to nothing at all.

The best beach food to bring depends pretty heavily on the preferences and plans of the beach-goer. For a warm evening bonfire party down south, pack a cooler with finger-foods you can easily cook over the fire. For fishing in the cold surf, consider protein and energy bars, trail mix in well-sealed baggies, and anything else that will provide your body with the nutrition it needs to keep you warm and energized.

Last, setting up a tent provides an unbeatable windbreak and a place to dip into if the chill or wind outside becomes a bit much. But most importantly: Stay safe and have fun!

About Reel Life™

Were you #RaisedOnTheWater? For the folks at Reel Life™, being raised on the water is a state of mind shared by everyone who feels the pull of the world’s oceans, beaches, rivers, and lakes. The essence of living the Reel Life™ means seeking and appreciating adventures both on and near the water. Whether your adventures are fishing, whitewater rafting, boating, kayaking, or kicking back on the beach with friends and a cold drink, Reel Life™ has the clothes and accessories to keep you cool and comfortable. Originally raised on the water in Florida, the Reel Life™ team is committed to ensuring you look great and stay protected from the elements with a terrific selection of gear including fishing shirts for men and women.

Keep it “reel” with Reel Life™, at Reellifegear.com

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Must-Haves and Hacks for a Multi-Day Fishing Adventure

Anyone who says that there’s nothing better than a day of fishing is wrong. There is something better than a day of fishing—multiple days of fishing in a row! Fishing adventures involving hiking, camping, backpacking, raft or boat trips, horse- and mule-pack, fly-in, or otherwise packing in for days of (usually) backcountry fishing are a paradise for many anglers.



But, whether you’re a die-hard adventuring angler or getting ready for your first trip, it can be easy to forget to pack every useful essential. A quality fishing shirt for men, for example, to protect you from the elements and keep you comfortable, can make the all the difference when you’re out on the open water. Consider the following fishing adventure must-haves and hacks to help ensure a great time.

Filtered Water Bottle

Stocking up on water is an obvious must for any communion with the great wide open, but having a high-quality in-filter water bottle can still prove a massive boon for the trip. There’s nothing like being able to fill your water bottle from the trout stream rippling around your waders without missing a cast on a refill, and without taking any health risks.

Lucky Fishing Hat + Polarized Sunglasses

For some, a quality fishing hat does more than just provide reprieve from the sun glaring in your eyes. Stay cool, fashionable, and lucky in your tried-and-true hat that has seen you pull in the big catches. Pair your breathable cap with a pair of high-quality polarized sunglasses and you’ll protect your eyes from the sun’s rays and be better able to focus on that tug at the end of your line.

Quality Knife and Hatchet

This one may seem like an obvious inclusion, but it’s surprising how often they’re overlooked. A solid hatchet is perfect for chopping kindling, and, with a steady enough hand, driving tent pegs and a whole lot more. A sharp, sturdy pocket or sheath knife is handy for more tasks than it’s possible to list here, both when fishing and in camp. Regarding the characteristics of that knife—folding or fixed, length, serration, and the like—that’s down to your preference. Do some research and make sure it’s a brand with a reputation for making high-quality knives.

Performance Fishing Shirts

Not every fishing shirt for men or women is made the same. Choose a shirt specifically designed for fishing. Long-sleeved shirts are ideal, and they should be high-quality cotton or polyester for breathability, and a lightweight feel. High-performance shirts should come with a complete list of features. Moisture-wicking is key for any serious fishing shirt, to keep you comfortable and manage sweating on hot days. It should also provide UPF+50 coverage, and the best will be antimicrobial and stain resistant. Once you experience a high-quality fishing shirt, you’ll never go back.

Cooler + Steel Ice Cubes

These are more for fun, but cold poured drinks are something of a rarity when enjoying the great outdoors. There’s usually ice in the cooler but even when cubed it’s likely been used for chilling (and been in contact with) meat and other foods, condiments, drinks, sometimes cleaned fish, and the like. Nothing you then want to plink into a fireside cocktail. Enter steel ice cubes. Keep them in a baggy in your cooler to avoid contamination and they’ll keep your drink cool without melting.

Plenty of Light Sources

First of all, consider packing a headlamp. Not that the use of headlamps is particularly rare or unknown by the outdoorsy, but they’re easy to forget. They also provide excellent, hands-free, and exceedingly convenient illumination of whatever’s in front of you. In addition to a dependable selection of flashlights, bring some lanterns along for great, overall light. Consider solar-powered LED lanterns, they’re light, efficient, and provide great illumination.

About Reel Life™

If you were raised on the water, in actuality or in spirit, Reel Life™ has got you covered. Reel Life™ offers clothing and accessories that keep you cool, comfortable, and protected on your outdoor adventures on the water. At its essence, living the Reel Life™ means living your best life on the water. Originally #RaisedOnTheWater in Florida, the folks at Reel Life™ know that being comfortable on the water is so important for enjoying the lifestyle to its fullest. For you, whether that means fishing, kayaking, boating, or just lounging on a beach with your friends, do so in comfort while looking great and being protected from the elements with women or men fishing shirts.

Get what you need for a great day outdoors from Reel Life™, at Reellifegear.com

 

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Tips for a Fun and Memorable Fishing Trip with a Group

When you’re sharing your favorite pastime and fishing with a group, there’s a chance that not everyone has the same amount of experience. Some folks in your boat may even be fairly new to the sport. It’s a great opportunity to share your passion for fishing and the great outdoors by showing everyone a “reel” good time.

 

 

After all, there’s a distinct difference between passionate anglers, people who like to fish from time to time, and those who are just starting out. Anglers are the true hard-core of the fishing world. They own a collection of rods, are always geared up to fish, and keep their eyes open for deals on a good fishing shirt for men or women in their size. Because fishing is generally better with friends, it should be the goal of every angler to turn people who like to fish into anglers, and turn those fairly new to the sport into people who like to fish. The following provides a few suggestions for doing so and having a fun and memorable fishing trip no matter who’s in your boat.

Preparation and the Right Gear

A fun fishing trip starts with preparation and bringing the right equipment. It begins with rigging up your rods and checking your fishing gear long before you leave for your trip. Nothing will ruin what could have been an otherwise great fishing trip faster than the lack of something essential. That includes bringing the buns but not the burgers or otherwise neglecting to include enough food or water (or beer, be responsible), as well as not having the right clothing, or—truly catastrophically—forgetting the fishing gear.

Be sure everyone knows what they have to bring and double-check your gear and everyone else’s before leaving. Ensure everyone has a quality fishing shirt for men or women, a hat, and polarized sunglasses, as well as a flashlight, bug spray, and rain gear. Consider the elements you’ll be up against and plan for them. Check the boat, if you’re taking one. Then check it again. Whether you have experienced anglers aboard or are introducing your pastime to someone you’re sure has an angler inside them, no one wants their fishing experience to be a negative one due to the elements. Keep your crew protected with high-quality fishing shirts that will help wick away moisture and provide sun protection while being comfortable and stylish on the water.

Choosing the Right Spot

When you have the right gear and the fish are biting, it’s a darn good day on the boat. But before that comes gliding through the waters, seeking out that perfect spot to stay awhile and cast some out. The journey is part of the adventure, after all, and thanks to your preparation you’re ready for what lies ahead.

Once you’ve found your honey hole, get settled and talk about what’s right under the water that you’re hoping to have bite. Swap stories about your best catch and reminisce about some of the moments you’ve had that are what make fishing so great—like sitting on your boat right here, right now, with the lovely crew aboard.

Games and Passing the Rod

On this fishing trip, try not to take it too seriously since you’re with a group of people with varied experiences, or if you’re with family, especially with kids. Consider making a game of it instead. Bet on who cleans the boat based on who lands the next fish. Let the kids pick the lure you’re going to be using. If there’s someone there who’s never landed a fish and you hook one, consider passing the rod over. There’s not much that more effectively kindles a love of angling more than fighting and landing a fish. If possible—and allowed by the regs, of course—cook up the day’s catch for that night’s meal. Nothing makes a trip more real and more memorable for someone than eating what they caught that day.

About Reel Life™

Reel Life™ offers clothes and accessories that are undeniably comfortable, high-quality, attractive, and functional. At its essence, the Reel Life™ philosophy is that life should be fun. Based in Florida, and #RaisedOnTheWater, the Reel Life™ team found that one of the most reliable ways to enjoy life was to live it and have fun outdoors in the water, sand, and sun. Whether that’s by fishing, boating, kayaking, or lounging on the beach with friends is up to you. And if you’re living that outdoor life anyway, you might as well do so in total comfort while looking great and being protected from the elements in Reel Life™ gear. Plus, they still carry women and men fishing shirts and all of the other casual fishing gear with which they got their start. It’s just part of their commitment to keeping it “reel.”

Find out what it means to be #RaisedOnTheWater with Reel Life™, at Reellifegear.com

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