Ten Tools You Need to Outfit a Southern Kitchen

Discover how Toadfish Pro Christian Conley targets shallow-water redfish during “Red October.” Learn where to find fall redfish in the creeks, what lures to throw, and how to fine-tune your presentation for more hookups. Featuring the Toadfish Flats Bastard and Carbon Elite II rods—built for technical inshore fishing and conservation-minded anglers who always remember to Put ’Em Back.

South Carolina shrimping is more than an industry - it’s a coastal tradition connecting generations of watermen. “Shrimp Gate” revealed that many Charleston restaurants falsely labeled imported shrimp as local, highlighting challenges for genuine shrimpers. Supporting wild-caught, local shrimp protects heritage, sustains coastal economies, and safeguards ecosystems. By choosing transparency and buying direct from trusted sources, diners help preserve both the flavor and the future of South Carolina’s shrimping legacy.

The Flats Bastard from Toadfish redefines inshore finesse fishing for spin anglers. Engineered for ultra-light lures and stealthy presentations, this rod bridges the gap between spinning and fly gear, letting anglers target tailing reds, bonefish, and other prized flats species with precision. Paired with the Carbon Elite II reel and our new 8lb Braid, this combo delivers unmatched control, accuracy, and power - making spinning gear in skinny-water more effective than ever.