Tackle shops near Arklow?

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Tackle shops near Arklow?

#1 Post by WicklowAngler »

What would be the closest/best tackle shop in relation to Arklow? I am looking to pick up a rod for surf fishing, at least 8ft, and some other bits of tackle.
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Re: Tackle shops near Arklow?

#2 Post by jay k »

courtown is your best bet,great little shop with everything you should be looking for.
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Re: Tackle shops near Arklow?

#3 Post by paul mason »

Try Courtown Angling Centre they have a huge range of rods and reels. http://www.courtownangling.com/
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Re: Tackle shops near Arklow?

#4 Post by JPA »

+1 for Courtown tackle shop. Got quality bait and advice there.
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Re: Tackle shops near Arklow?

#5 Post by kstaff »

Make sure you get a bigger rod than 8ft!
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Re: Tackle shops near Arklow?

#6 Post by roger de dodger »

He was looking for a fishing pole! :shock: not a rod :lol:
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