About Us

TackleWest is a proudly independent fishing tackle business with three locations across Perth. We’re more than just a retail store—we’re a team of passionate anglers dedicated to helping you catch more fish.

With over 25 years of combined industry experience and genuine on-water expertise, our knowledgeable staff specialise in all forms of fishing. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, we’re here to guide you every step of the way—from selecting the right gear to learning how to use it effectively.

At TackleWest, we live and breathe fishing. Our stores cater to everyone from novice anglers to expert sport fishers, with a particularly strong focus on lure fishing. You'll find an extensive range of premium, branded tackle—including products you won’t find at our competitors.

We only stock gear we trust and use ourselves, ensuring everything on our shelves is aligned with current fishing techniques and real-world performance.

Come visit us in-store and explore our hand-picked range. We're confident you'll leave inspired—and ready to hit the water.



Luke Ryan 
(Owner)

With over 15 years of experience in the fishing tackle industry, Luke is a well-known and trusted name among Perth’s fishing community. Having worked with many of the city's leading tackle suppliers, he brings extensive product knowledge and a passion for all styles of fishing — from targeting bream on lures to chasing trophy GTs along the WA coastline and beyond.

Luke stays ahead of the curve by testing the latest gear and techniques firsthand, ensuring he provides honest, experience-based advice. When you speak to Luke, you're not just getting expert service — you're getting insights from someone who lives and breathes fishing.


 

Hon-Su Chin
(Beckenham Manager)
What Hon-Su doesn’t know about fishing is not worth knowing! A familiar face too many, Hon-Su has worked within the fishing tackle industry for close to 20 years and is a major part of our business. Over that time his knowledge of product and the latest fishing techniques has grown exponentially. As an avid fisherman, Hon-Su partakes in multiple forms of fishing, however he specialises in jigging, light tackle lure fishing and squidding.
Hon-Su offers fantastic customer service with real in depth product knowledge and angling experience. He can help you with everything you need to know and more!





Matt McCarthy 
(Myaree Manager)

Matt McCarthy leads our new Myaree store, bringing extensive expertise in light tackle estuary and inshore fishing. A passionate kayak angler, Matt is an active competitor in the bream tournament circuit, with several wins to his name. With years of experience in the fishing industry, he stays on the cutting edge of the latest gear and innovations, offering customers trusted advice and up-to-date product knowledge.











Troy Aberin
(Osborne Park Manager)
Troy Aberin brings a wealth of experience from years of guiding land-based fishing tours. A lifelong angler along the Western Australian coast, Troy is skilled in a wide range of fishing techniques. On his days off, you’ll often find him targeting bream from the shores of the Swan and Canning Rivers—consistently landing impressive catches. With deep expertise in beach and drone fishing, Troy stands out as one of the most knowledgeable in the tackle industry. Friendly and approachable, he's always keen to share tips and insights. If you're eager to learn, drop by and have a chat with Troy.