flambeau 22030 tackle box Maximizer The iconic product line now upgraded features a top entrance bulk storage compartment for full access without compromise to tools and gear Flambeau 63-Piece Outdoors Two-Tray Tackle

Power: Norsk Lithium Battery I did a fair bit of research before pulling the trigger on a battery and leaned on friends who use sonar for advice

Reel photos are courtesy of Butch Carey

As part of my rod build, I took a trip to Trophy Tackle in West Babylon, NY to check out these rods and got a whole lot more than I bargained for

There are a couple ways to get to Zeballos, either by float plane or by driving

The Nylon rod sock is somewhat stiff and not nearly as nice as the soft socks that come with competitor rods, but the rod tube is excellent

This gives you a longer hangtime in the water, so the fish have more time to see it