Tackle & Gear
Everything you need before you hit the water
Whether you’re chasing catfish on the Blackwater River or teaching your kid to cast for the first time, Nate’s Bait & Market has the right gear to get you started. No long drives, no confusion—just real equipment that works for our local waters.
Tackle and Gear that actually works around Franklin, VA
Rods & reels for all sorts
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Beginner combos that just work.
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Mid‑range gear for every‑weekend anglers.
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Specialty reels for catfish or bass—pick your drag and line strength.
Hooks, sinkers, lures
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Worm, treble, and circle hooks in the sizes that matter here.
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Split shot and bottom weights.
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Soft plastics, spinners, crankbaits—no hype, just what works locally.
Affordable, everyday gear
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Trusted brands—no pressure, no upsell.
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Buy only what you need today: even if it’s just a bobber and a pack of hooks.
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Fair prices that keep you fishing.
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Starter kits for families
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Kid‑friendly sets with rod, reel, line, and a few hooks.
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Perfect for first casts without a big spend.
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Upgrade later if the bug bites.
Why shop local instead of a big box?
We fish the same rivers, creeks, and ponds you do. When we suggest a hook size for bass or say minnows are biting, it’s because we’ve seen it on the Blackwater River and heard it from neighbors that morning.
You’re not buying random gear from someone who’s never seen Franklin waters—you’re talking to locals.
The add‑ons that make the day easier
Grab the small things before you’re knee‑deep in water wishing you had them.
Stringers for your catch
Tackle boxes to keep it all sorted
Extra line for tangles or snaps
Nets for hauling in the big ones
Pliers, knives, and the little tools you forget
