Tackle Bros

What visitors say

Tackle Bros, previously known as Peterborough Pro Tackle, is a specialty fishing store in Peterborough with a large online following. Its reputation rests on selection: reviewers from Montreal, Ottawa and Quebec say it carries Japanese (JDM) lures and premium brands that are hard to find in Canada, along with strong musky and bass gear. It carries less of the everyday big-name tackle.

Online shopping gets as much praise as the store itself. Customers describe accurate stock levels on the website, quick confirmations and delivery in a day or a few days, careful packing, and helpful fixes when an order went wrong. In person, many shoppers found the staff knowledgeable and patient, including with beginners and kids, and willing to recommend gear that fits a budget rather than upselling.

It suits anglers who want tournament-grade tackle or specific imports, and it's worth a detour if you're fishing the Kawarthas. A few reviewers note it's on the pricey side, though sales, especially Black Friday, are well regarded, and one found a reel cheaper here than elsewhere.

Service isn't uniformly praised. A handful of shoppers found some staff disengaged or vague, and one driver found the doors locked during posted hours. A couple of customers were unhappy with return costs on shipped items and an exchange on a wrong part. Call ahead before a long drive and check the return policy before ordering big-ticket items online.

Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 202 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Tackle Bros directly.