Tackle Week 2026: The best apparel, electronics and accessories to keep Canadian anglers on the water, and in the action

For a look at more of the year’s best new fishing gear, also see our round-up of 2026’s best new lures;  rods, reels & lines and fly-fishing gear.

Best Fishing Boots

PFG DRY TORTUGAS BOOT

When full-sized boots are overkill, these deck boots from Columbia are ideal for wearing under rain pants or dealing with a few centimetres of water. Anglers will appreciate the non-marking Omni-Grip outsole for a variety of surfaces, as well as the comfortable design and cushioning for ease of walking. They come in grey ice and cordovan colour schemes, and men’s and women’s sizes.

Learn more: www.columbiasportswear.ca

Best Women’s Fishing Top

WOMEN’S RUSH AIR UPF PULLOVER HOODIE

Known for its high-performance powersports apparel, Manitoba’s FXR has added sportfishing wear to its line-up, including this new lightweight hoodie for women. Made of a moisture-wicking poly-spandex blend, it features lightweight mesh sleeve inserts and thumb holes, along with an anti-microbial finish and UPF, UVA and UVB protection. It comes in pink or melon, and sizes extra-small to triple-extra-large.

Learn more: www.fxrracing.ca

Best Compact Rainwear

IMPULSE PACKABLE RAIN JACKET AND PANT

Rainwear can be a bother to lug around, but not this combo. Waterproof, breathable and fully seam-sealed, both the jacket and pants (sold separately) pack down small into their included bags. The jacket has an adjustable hood, dual storm flap and two zip pockets, while the pants sport an elastic waist drawcord, articulated knees and side leg zippers. They come in three colours and sizes small to quintuple-extra-large.

Learn more: www.strikerbrands.com

Best Chartplotter

GPSMAP 9000xsv SERIES

Having built its reputation on GPS technology, Garmin is now a leader in fishing electronics. Its most powerful chartplotter line yet features large, ultra-bright touchscreens with built-in xCHIRP and UHD scanning sonar. Networked with LiveScope, it delivers real-time forward-facing views, while its Garmin BlueNet networking, 5GHz Wi-Fi and Navionics mapping compatibility support advanced multi-screen set-ups.

Learn more: www.garmin.ca