Minnows and Monsters specializes in making custom rods to your exact specs.  We carry only the finest quality components to insure a superior end product.  Choose the blank (G. Loomis, St. Croix, Shakari, Seeker, All Star, Cape Fear and Harrington) guides, grip, butt and thread colors.  Penny is quite an accomplished rod designer and can do some amazing designs with thread. These rods are one of a kind, will last a lifetime and make great gifts.  For more info click here.

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Need a high-end tackle shop that carries only the very best of fishing tackle at the lowest prices in the Tampa Bay area? 

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Minnows and Monsters is a Top Shelf Shimano Dealer and a Daiwa Tournament Center.  We are also the exclusive dealer for Accurate Reels and Falcon Rods in the Tampa Bay Area. We inventory a large selection of Penn Reels and Rods, as well as, All Star and Star Rods.  We also carry the following brands: DOA, 12 Fathom, Yozuri, Bubba Jigs, Doc's Jigs, Love's Lures, Mann's, Head Start, Scotty Downriggers, Ocean Waves Sun Glasses, Aqua-Vu Underwater Camera Systems, Calusa, Cracker, Bait Master, Antonio Nets, Ande, Power Pro, P Line, Trilene, Triple Fish, Whiplash, Silver Thread, Seaguar and Triple Fish Fluorocarbons and others.  For more info click here.

Got a broken tip or guide, don't toss it get it repaired.  We have a large inventory of rod guides and tips and can match 'em up.  We also repair all major brands of reels and we have an extensive inventory of parts available.  We repair and overhaul Accurate, Daiwa, Penn, Shimano and others.


Tired of the Trash Can Slam? Need help catching the big ones?  Join us for free fishing seminars the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month.  Featuring local guides and fishing experts who give you tips on a variety of techniques and species. Can't make it to the seminar then stop by the shop anytime for advice.  For more info click here.

Have you seen our logo lately? We sponsor a number of boats in the area and each one has our logo blazoned on the hull.  These boats belong to area guides and tournament fishermen.  To see photos of these boats and get more info click here.

Looking for a bargain?  Come check out our large selection of used equipment.  All rods and red snapper reels have been overhauled and will give you satisfaction at an economical price.

Get the low down on the fishing scene. Check out what's being caught in the area.  These reports come from guides and local fishermen and highlight catches, conditions, bait, etc.  For more info click here.

Think you got what it takes to land a trophy sized Tarpon? Get the latest information on upcoming tournaments including dates, fees, prizes, etc.  Click here for more info.

Looking for an expert guide to put you on some Jurassic sized fish?  We have an extensive network of guides from Costa Rica to Kalamazoo.  Photograph of 40 pound King Mackerel.How about Tarpon, Snook, Trout, Redfish, Permit, Cobia, Grouper, Snapper or King Mackerel. We also work directly with several Tampa Bay area guides to bring a wide variety of fishing. Click here for more info.
 

We love to see proof of successful fishing trips.  If you have a digital photo or two that you want to share with us, send it in. We'll put it in our photo album.  To view photos click here. To submit photos click here. Please make sure photos are in jpeg format.

Got a question on fishing or a tip you want to share?  Can't find the answer, then email us your question and we'll give it a try or if you have a great tip, share it.  To submit questions and tips click here.

I like what I've seen so far.  Please sign me up for the news letter.  This monthly, will have announcements including information on tournaments, seminars, tips and any specials. To sign up click here.


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