There I was, peacefully casting my Sienna rod and reel combo into the water, dreaming of landing a trophy smallmouth bass. The sun was shining, the birds were chirping—until buzzzzzzz—a drone swooped in like an over-caffeinated seagull.
Turns out, my buddy Dave had decided our fishing trip needed a Hollywood upgrade. Next thing I knew, my relaxed afternoon turned into Shark Week: The Unauthorized Sequel.
Gear Up or Get Left Behind
If you’re going to fish in the age of drone cinematography, you better look the part. I quickly realized my Simms essential gear bag wasn’t just for holding lures anymore—it was now a prop.
Simms fishing tackle bag? Check.
Simms fly fishing accessories? Double-check.
Simms sling pack fly fishing? Absolutely, because style matters when you’re being filmed wrestling a snapper.
Meanwhile, Dave was narrating like David Attenborough: "And here we see the wild angler, armed only with his South Bend rod and reel, facing the unknown depths…"
The Great Snakehead Scare (Spoiler: It Was a Log)
Just as I was adjusting my small soft tackle box, the drone operator (a.k.a. Dave) gasped. "DUDE, IS THAT A SNAKEHEAD?!"
I nearly fell out of my kayak scrambling for my snakehead fishing gear, only to realize it was just a floating branch. Thanks, Dave.
When Your Reel Steals the Show
Nothing humbles you like a drone zooming in on your spinning Piscifun reels mid-tangle. One second, you’re the hero of your own fishing story. The next, you’re a meme.
Spare spool? Should’ve packed two.
Spiderwire fishing bag? Now with 100% more dramatic slow-mo shots.
Spoon crank box? Suddenly the most interesting thing in frame.
The "Big Catch" That Wasn’t
After hours of filming, Dave finally captured my "epic battle" with what he swore was a monster snapper. Turns out, it was a stubborn clump of seaweed. But hey, my snapper rod and reel combo looked amazing on camera.
Where to Buy Your Drone-Worthy Fishing Gear
If you, too, want to star in your own fishing blooper reel (or just catch actual fish), here’s the gear you need:
Simon fishing tackle – For when you want to look pro, even if you’re not.
Small fishing tackle backpack – Because drones love a minimalist aesthetic.
Speargun fishing gear – For when you’re ready to commit to the drama.
Final Thoughts: Embrace the Madness
Fishing used to be about patience and skill. Now? It’s about looking good while failing spectacularly for the ‘gram. Whether you’re rocking a smallmouth bass rod and reel or a full spin fishing gear setup, just remember: if there’s no drone footage, did it even happen?
So next time you’re out there with your soft tackle boxes fishing, keep an eye on the sky. Dave (or his drone) is always watching.
Tight lines—and may your bloopers go viral.