Fishing · British Columbia
The Abbotsford location of Fred's Custom Tackle, a well-stocked Fraser Valley fishing store with guided sturgeon trips, praised for patient staff, fair prices and reliable online orders.
Fred's Custom Tackle in Abbotsford is one of the Fraser Valley's best-known fishing stores, and it also runs guided trips. With more than 340 reviews and a 4.7 average, customers describe a large selection of rods, reels, waders, tackle and fishing clothing, with name brands they don't always find elsewhere.
The staff get most of the credit. Longtime customers say they buy big-ticket items like rods and waders here instead of online because of the help they get, and several describe patient, unhurried service while trying on waders or choosing a steelhead rod. Beginners with no background in lake fishing say they left well set up at a fair cost. Warranty claims were handled promptly, and one fly angler praised the recommendations he got from staff.
Online orders get good marks too, with customers in Ontario reporting well-packed, timely deliveries. For guided fishing, the store runs Fraser River sturgeon trips, and one birthday group landed seven fish over six feet in a day.
Complaints are few among the reviews available, with only a small share of low ratings. If you're after a particular item, calling ahead is sensible, though several shoppers note that both locations carry good stock without needing special orders.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 341 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Fred's Custom Tackle & Guided Fishing Trips directly.
