Mystery Tackle Box guide

Mystery Tackle Box

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What can you buy

Mystery Tackle Box is the subscription service owned by the same company that runs Karl’s Bait and Tackle. Through MTB’s website, you can sign up for its subscription boxes. Follow the link listed on the MTB website to head to Karl’s Bait and Tackle, where you can make one-time purchases of your favorite items, plus browse a large selection of rods, reels, apparel and other fishing equipment.

• MTB subscription boxes. Choose from three subscriptions:
  • Regular — $16.99 monthly. Contains about $25 worth of fishing gear, allowing you to update your species preferences at any time. Choose from bass, inshore saltwater, walleye, panfish, catfish, trout and ice fishing.
  • Pro — $26.99 monthly. Offering some $40 in value, choose from bass, inshore saltwater, walleye or ice fishing.
  • Elite — $39.99 monthly. The ultimate bass-fishing monthly surprise, with about $60 in premium bass gear inside.
• Bait and accessories. You don’t have to sign up for a subscription to get in on the MTB action. Shop its online store for one-time tackle, line and accessory purchases.
• Rods and reels. Earn a 10% credit toward your subscription account when you buy fishing gear from Mystery Tackle Box.
• Clothing. Browse through fun tees, branded apparel and headgear for him, her and baby.

Shipping, payments and returns

Can I get free delivery?

Yes! All MTB subscription boxes ship free.

If you spend $49 or more on one-time purchases through Karl’s Bait and Tackle, you’ll also get free shipping.

Shipping costs

All subscription boxes ship standard for free, arriving in five to seven business days to the continental US —and up to two business weeks to Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, Puerto Rico or a United States Military Base.

All other items purchased through the Karl’s Bait and Tackle website incur shipping fees, unless you spend $49 or more.

All fishing rods incur an extra $12 shipping fee and can only be shipped to the US.

Payment options

MTB accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and PayPal.

You sign up for 12-, 6-, 3- or 1-month subscriptions that you pay for up front. You’ll get a discount by signing up for subscriptions lasting longer than one month.

All plans automatically renew for the same period you signed up. That means if you pay $25.99 for three months when you first signed up, you’re automatically charged $25.99 for another three if you don’t opt out of auto-renewals.

Returning your order

Mystery Tackle Box does not accept returns or exchanges on its subscription boxes. You also won’t receive a refund for subscriptions you’ve paid for if you decide you no longer want them.

But you can return rods, reels, clothing and other items sold separately on Karl’s Bait and Tackle within 30 days of purchase. All products returned for a refund or exchange must be in new, unused condition in their original, undamaged packaging.

If you receive an item that’s damaged or defective, contact customer support to arrange for a free return. Otherwise, a return fee is deducted from your refund total, unless you choose to accept store credit.

Can I exchange for a different color or size?

Yes, most one-time purchases can be exchanged for something different within 30 days. Email support@shopkarls.com to request an exchange.

How do I return an item to Mystery Tackle Box?

Contact the company at support@shopkarls.com within 30 days of purchase to begin the returns process.

What sets this brand apart?

You’ve likely heard about many other subscription services, but very few solely focus on fishing gear.

Mystery Tackle Box commits to filling your box with only high-quality angling and fishing gear, so you don’t have to worry about receiving cheap products or knock-offs. In fact, Mystery Tackle Box boasts that it’s the original fishing subscription box others have tried to imitate.

How can I contact customer support?

To get in touch with MTB customer service:

• Email support@mysterytacklebox.com or support@shopkarls.com.
• Live chat online.
• Call 844-682-5833 to leave a voicemail with your contact information and question.

Bottom line

Shopping for a fishing fanatic can be tricky, especially if you’re not into the sport yourself. Mystery Tackle Box takes the guesswork out of choosing the perfect gift for the angler in your life. It’s known for high-quality lures and tackle with the longevity to prove it.

Frequently asked questions about Mystery Tackle Box

• Why am I still getting boxes after I've canceled my subscription?

  You can cancel your subscription at any time to avoid future billing. But Mystery Tackle Box does not refund any remaining months in your original subscription order, so you’ll continue receiving boxes until the end of the period.

• What does a regular Mystery Tackle Box include?

  You’ll receive a mixture of hard bait, soft plastic bait and terminal tackle in each regular Mystery Tackle Box, plus details on each piece. Subscriptions also come with MTB’s monthly magazine and access to members-only contests and deals.

• How do I change my box type?

  Log into your account to view your active subscriptions. You should see an option that says Switch next to each one. Click this to update your box plan or species type.

• Does Mystery Tackle Box ship internationally?

  Yes. But for now, international shipments are limited to Canada.