Salt, Sand, and Sun: How to Protect Your Fishing Gear from Harsh Conditions

Whether you’re surfcasting or boating offshore, salt, sand, and sun can wreck your fishing gear fast. Let’s break down how to protect fishing gear from salt and sand with Bait-Station’s purpose-designed cleaners.

The Enemies of Your Gear

🌊 Salt: Corrodes metal and weakens joints.
🏖️ Sand: Grinds into moving parts, causing wear.
☀️ Sun: UV exposure damages lines and plastics.

How Bait-Station Helps

  • Salt Neutralizer Spray: Quickly removes salt residue post-trip.

  • Tackle Degreaser: Lifts grime and sand without harsh abrasion.

  • UV Protectant: Helps protect plastic parts and lines.

Best Practices

✅ Rinse gear after every trip — even with fresh water trips if sand is involved.
✅ Store rods and reels in protective covers.
✅ Clean, dry, and lubricate before storage.

The best fishing stories come from well-maintained gear. Trust Bait-Station to help you battle the elements and keep your equipment ready for action.

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