With available models suited for light inshore, surf, nearshore, and heavy offshore applications, the Battle III combos have what you need to tackle any saltwater gamefish
It fits the casual aesthetic, but some would prefer more finishing on a buy-it-for-life bag Lined with pigskin, which is disqualifying for some Saddleback Thin Front Pocket Backpack: A Mini Review 12 x 17 x 7 When I first started exploring leather backpacks, one name came up again and again: Saddleback
It performed incredibly well and quickly became my go-to reel for bass fishing and crappie fishing (though its not ideal for panfish for reasons well discuss below)
I do keep a small set of split ring needle nose pliers (with wire cutters)
At first glance, these appear to simply be two horizontal seams running across the front face of the pack, one towards the top of the pack (just above the logo) and the other a few inches above the bottom