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Kick Ass Gifts for Father’s Day 2018 (Yes, there’s still time)

June 10, 2018 By The Trot Line Staff

Father's Day Gift Guide 2018

There's barely still time to shop for Father's Day and not end up with a crappy gift. No matter who the dad in your life is, these gifts are sure to make him smile and feel appreciated. WARNING: You still need to pick up a card and a 12 count of doughnuts.   Gifts for the Casual Dad Ceramic Flask >> Get it here by Father's Day Pappy Van Winkle Maple Syrup (because there's always a good excuse for Pappy) >> Grab a bottle here Classic style. SeaVees >> … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured, Field Gear Tagged With: Father's Day, Gifts

5 Books for Every Whiskey Lover

December 16, 2017 By Kevin Ekmark

The Standard Cocktail Guide by Crosby Gaige

Whiskey and books seem like they might go together like peanut butter and jelly. Both are typically relaxing, can be enjoyed in a nice leather chair, and have been known to unite people from across the world. Cheers to whiskey, books, and your soon to be growing library. My own experience has been that the tools I need for my trade are paper, tobacco, food, and a little whisky.” — William Faulkner Humor and History The Essential Scratch & Sniff Guide to Becoming a Whiskey Know-It-All: … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Bourbon, Field Gear Tagged With: books, cocktails, Whiskey

5 Guy Gift Ideas for Under $100

December 9, 2017 By Kevin Ekmark

From Thanksgiving to New Year's Eve, the holiday season is filled with fun, love, and food. While all of this sounds fun, some of us can easily get stressed over finding awesome gifts for a reasonable price. Check out some of the best guy gift ideas for under $100 below. Check out these gift ideas, where to find them online, and kick back and relax this holiday season. Find Awesome Gifts for Him without Breaking the Bank All of these great guy gifts can be found for under $100. You're … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured, Field Gear Tagged With: christmas, gift ideas

Spring/Summer Essentials: Costa Del Mar

May 14, 2013 By Spencer

Spring is probably my favorite time of the year to live in Georgia. Baseball season is in full swing, the pollen is receding and Atlanta's population is flocking to the multitude of porches and outdoor festivals around the city. All of this outdoor fun makes a good pair of sunglasses an essential part of your wardrobe. Lucky for me, Costa Del Mar asked if I would review their new "Cut" frames. I know Costa has a stellar reputation for making quality sunglasses for fisherman and sportsmen, so I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Apparel, Featured, Field Gear Tagged With: Costa Del Mar, Fashion, Gifts, Southern Style, sunglasses

Every Craft Deserves a Tool – Your Bottle Wrench Awaits

February 4, 2013 By Kevin Ekmark

The Bottle Wrench

Straight out of Savannah, Georgia, Jake Crawley has developed a simple, yet essential tool for every beer drinking, tool chest loving person on the market. Whether you spend your days at the construction site, or sit behind a desk dreaming of table saws and nail guns, the Bottle Wrench is the essential tool for opening your favorite beer. If you're one of those people who works for an agency that encourages day drinking, well then... I hate you, but you still need a ridiculously cool tool for … [Read more...]

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Holiday Gift Guide: For The Gentleman

December 12, 2012 By Spencer

For the guys that like the finer things in life, this list is for you. Bow Try No. 1 (From Starboard Clothing Co. & The Old Try) | $45 This Colaboration between The Old Try and Starboard Clothing Co. comes just in time for the holidays. These 100% cotton ties are a limited run (30 total ties) so you better be quick. We hear there may be a Bow Try No. 2 in the works if you miss out though... EDG Pewter Hip Flask | $80 Classic and Sophisticated. This pewter flask is a stylish way to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Apparel, Field Gear Tagged With: christmas, Gifts, Hemingway, Music, Scotch, Style, sunglasses, The Old Try, The South, The Trot Line, Whiskey

Holiday Gift Guide: For The Sportsman

December 11, 2012 By Spencer

This is a list of gear every Sportsman needs (even if he doesn't know it yet).   Peach State Pride Camo Hat | $20 Show your Georgia Pride without being seen. Gorilla Pod by Joby | $20 Grip this bad boy to a tree limb while in the woods or on a railing while on vacation. The Gorilla Pod is the perfect stocking stuffer for anyone. Realtree Blackfin by Costa Del Mar | $259 Costa Del Mar make arguably the best sunglasses for anglers. Now they have made some shades for guys … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Apparel, Field Gear Tagged With: Beer, Bourbon, camoflage, christmas, gear, Georgia, Gifts, holiday, Southern Style, Sportsmen, tacklebox, The South, Whiskey

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