Berkley Accessories

At minimum, every angler should carry attractant, pliers, line cutters, and a fish gripper. Pliers help with safe hook removal and bending hooks back into shape, while line cutters or scissors ensure clean cuts, especially with braid. A fish gripper gives you better control when landing fish, particularly toothy species like pike. Adding a scale and multi-tool can also help track catches and handle quick adjustments on the water.

Yes and there's real science behind it. Fish have an incredibly acute sense of smell and taste, and attractants work in two key ways: they release a scent trail that draws fish in, and they make your bait taste natural enough that fish hold on longer before spitting it out. Studies show that a bass can spit out a lure in the blink of an eye if it tastes unnatural — but applying a scent can trick a fish into holding your bait for five, ten, or even thirty seconds longer, giving you more time to feel the strike and set the hook. Attractants also help mask human odours like sunscreen, fuel, or bug spray that can repel fish without you knowing it. Berkley PowerBait Attractant and Berkley Gulp! Alive! Attractant are two of the most trusted spray-on options available — simply apply to any lure, soft plastic, or hard bait before your cast.

Yes. Berkley accessories are built to perform in cold, harsh conditions. Tools like line clippers, gloves, and ice fishing accessories are designed for easy use with cold hands or gloves on. Many anglers rely on them for perch, walleye, and crappie, where quick adjustments and efficient handling can make a big difference in freezing temps.

A manual fillet knife gives you better control and precision, making it ideal for smaller fish or detailed filleting. An electric fillet knife is the better choice when cleaning larger quantities of fish, like after a successful walleye trip. It reduces fatigue and speeds up the process, especially when paired with a knife sharpener to keep blades performing at their best.

A fish gripper provides a secure hold on the fish’s jaw, giving you better control during hook removal and photos. This is especially important for pike and walleye, where sharp teeth can cause injury. It also helps reduce stress on the fish by allowing for quicker, safer handling, ideal for catch-and-release situations.