In 2025, Jacob & Henry opened a carp fishing tackle shop in the UK and this video explores the ups-and-downs and behind-the-scenes of what it takes to run our tackle shop, Rippa Tackle!
Rippa Tackle — A Fresh Cast in Carp Fishing
Opening & Origins
Rippa Tackle officially opened its doors on 7 June 2025, welcoming anglers at 121 Nantwich Road, Crewe, CW2 6BA. The grand opening featured a lively in-store event from 10 am to 5 pm, complete with games, giveaways, discounts, and a prize pool of £1,000, courtesy of Carp Life Competitions.
The store emerged to fill the gap left by the imminent closure of Fishing Republic on Clay Lane, offering local carp anglers a new go-to destination.
Founders & Reputation
Founded by well-known carp fishing influencers Henry Lennon and Jacob Worth, Rippa Tackle built its reputation online before making the leap into a physical storefront. Their credentials are clear—every product they stock has been personally tested and approved during their relentless pursuit of big carp, giving anglers real confidence in quality and performance.
Product Range & Offerings
The shop specializes in carp fishing essentials, offering a wide range of tackle, bait, beds, bivvies, rods, pods, and clothing. They carry respected brands like Nash Tackle, Korda, Sticky Baits, and Fortis. Rippa Tackle also runs a loyalty program rewarding customers with points that lead to future discounts — 100 points = £5, scaling upwards.