Economy Tackle

Economy Tackle is a fishing store in Sarasota, FL, located at 6018 S Tamiami Trl. The business offers a selection of fishing and marine supplies, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, live bait, and inshore tackle. It stocks salt and fresh water, fly, and spinning tackle, along with sunglasses, clothing, accessories, camping gear, and shuffle-board equipment. The store sells boating charts and reference books, and carries a variety of kayak carts, dollies, Yakima and Thule racks, and universal rack systems. It installs electric motors from brands such as Newport and Bixpy. The shop also sells white 360 lights, including the Yakattack Visipole, and replacement kayak handles.

The business began in 1948 as a watersports store inside an old World War II army barracks. Roy Goodwin purchased the store in 1959 and replaced the original structure with a modern building in 1965. Mark Goodwin eventually took over the business from his father. In 1989, the store joined forces with Dolphin Dive to sell diving and snorkeling gear, though the company later transitioned to Dolphin Paddlesports. Economy Tackle stocks innovative kayak brands including Hobie Mirage pedal-drive kayaks and Hurricane Kayaks. The shop carries hard kayaks and paddleboards, and has occasionally carried inflatable models. It offers free demonstrations and allows customers to test-paddle Hurricane Osprey 109 and 120 models in the Sarasota shop before purchase.

Economy Tackle provides full repair services for Hobie kayaks, including rudder lines, bungee replacements, handle replacements, and tuning up of Hobie Mirage drives. The shop replaces chains, idler cables, and fins, and performs general repairs such as kayak welds. It does not repair inflatables or carry Hobie Cat sailing parts. The store sells hand pumps and electric pumps for boards, though it advises customers to bring their boards to ensure adapter compatibility. The business carries both sit-in and sit-on-top kayaks for rent, including singles, doubles, and pedal-drive models.

Economy Tackle has operated in Sarasota for decades, serving local anglers and paddlers with a comprehensive inventory of fishing and paddling gear.

Economy Tackle continues to serve the Sarasota community as a central resource for anglers and water enthusiasts.

Economy Tackle sits on S Tamiami Trl, just about a tenth of a mile from South Tamiami Trail. It is located half a mile from Phillippi Estate Park and less than a mile from Stickney Point Road.

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