Fishing · Ontario
Angling Specialties
A family-run specialty tackle shop in Vaughan, Ontario, valued for float, centrepin, carp and fly gear and custom rod work, though some shoppers report a cold welcome and billing errors.
What visitors say
The Vaughan branch of Angling Specialties is a small specialty tackle shop tucked into a plaza. Longtime customers describe it as a family business going back decades, with gear you often won't find at the big-box stores.
Serious anglers make up much of its fan base. Reviewers single out its float, centrepin, carp and fly-fishing gear, specialty hooks and fly-tying materials, and one carp angler said he drives from London because the shop had tournament rods in stock months before anyone else. Custom rod building and guide repairs get strong praise for craftsmanship, and several people mention knowledgeable, practical advice. Live bait is also sold.
It suits float and carp anglers, fly tyers and anyone who wants a rod built or repaired properly. One recent reviewer noted rod repairs are handled only on Fridays, so check before bringing one in.
The negatives are consistent, if mostly older. A number of shoppers felt closely watched or brushed off, and a few found the owner curt on the phone. Several reviewers report being charged more at the till than the shelf price, or charged twice for bait bags, so check your receipt before leaving. One visitor also found the door locked before posted closing time.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 70 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Angling Specialties directly.