I've been coming here getting bait since I was a pre-teen. Even though I no longer live in the…read morearea, my immediate family does. Nothing is better than stopping at mikes bait before going out ice fishing or going out in the boat! Took the kayak out on Big Green today. I stopped in for some leaches and minnows. As always, the bait was lovely and healthy. Prices are reasonable and I was greeted and helped politely. Thanks for being a staple to the fishing community!

Stopped in Mike's on the way to a day trip on the St. Croix. The place NEVER disappoints in terms…read moreof available, good quality live bait. On this visit I really recognized their competitive pricing of hard baits...same or lower than Fleet Farm but far superior, friendly and knowledgeable staff. If you need anything while in the area I'd highly recommend stopping in for bait and advice. Some time spent at Mike's will definitely improve your chances of a good day on the water.

I have been doing business for years. Friendly, fair, and always ready to find what you need. True,…read moreit is a small store, but give them a try if you are in the area.

I like big b's and I cannot lie, those other bait shops can't deny, when you go to big b's with a…read morefishy little pole and not a thing in your tackle box - you get DEALS!

Great experience. The young man who helped me with lures and especially choice of fishing line was…read moregreat. He also gave great fishing tips.

The best selection of hunting and fishing gear in the area- friendly and knowledgeable employees…read morehighly recommended

Walked into Irlbeck's and was greeted by Mike with a friendly smile at 10:00 a.m. . My fiancé and I…read morewere looking for a gun for me. The store got busy really fast , but Jon Irlbeck was there to help me out and pick out the perfect gun just for me and my comfort. The registration didn't take that long either!!! Thank you Irlbeck's I'll be back for my conceal and carry soon!!

They have what you want, they have what you need. they have large selections of guns, ammo and just…read moreabout anything hunting related clothing, guns and ammo and more. My wife used to hate it when I stop until I got her a 22cal revolver and now she carries a 357mag revolver or my 38 special and now she always asks if we are going to stop) LOL and we have to go to a range almost once a month! Thanks Joes, now she enjoys shooting as much as I do and she can now outshoot me and has a permit to carry and keeps a gun on her or at least in her car. You set her up with a 380 but she likes a little bit larger handgun. And the prices are unbelievably low on new and used guns. she also let me buy a 44mag and she likes to soot that too. I have to keep telling her that we have enough guns! See that you started Joe's! She won't shop anywhere else for guns!

Only delt with the gun department but I recommend that you don't bother they judged by my look and…read morethe way I talk. Let say its "urban" and instantly he rolled his eyes and got a attitude as if he just wanted me to leave. It was plain as day with his 1 word answers and tone of voice as if I was bothering him by asking him to do his job. So instead of buying 100$+ if ammo I thanked him for his lack of interest in my business and left. If u dont look "the part" u might be treated as a waste of time.

If you need a fish license, this is your place. Look for the big fish on the side of the building…read more They have lures, live bait. Check out the shirts and hats in the rear of the building. Staff is very knowledgeable.

We went for a walk after breakfast and wandered into the Rod & Gun Sport Shop where we found a…read morelarge selection of fishing gear including a variety of live bait which we bought. They also had many T-Shirts on display. The staff were knowledgeable and helpful in finding what we were looking for.

Top notch family run quality bait store! live bait is the best is MN, I havent shopped anywhere…read moreelse since I found this gem!! minnows, crawlers and superior quality, store is immaculat, owner is a extremely kind and has great custoer service that makes you feel like family, overflowing with knowledgeable accurate tips! They do amazing charity work also! The only bait store I'll go to the rest of my life! The photo wall is just as impressive!!

very nice guy ,it was just overall the best bait shop I've ever went to. guy helped us find what we…read morewanted, then we caught lots of fish

Great selection of baits and well rounded options for Bass and Musky as well amazing costumer…read moreservice extremely polite and very respectful also very knowledgeable.

Ever since Pastika's closed, this is where I get bait and tackle in Hayward. Friendly employees,…read morelotsa stock of tackle, maps, etc. I have not tried the bottle shoppe which is entered by another door. My bait bought here has never disappointed.

Shhhhh...don't tell everyone but this is the best place for bait in the Twin Cities! Locally…read moreowned and operated and top notch service. They always have the bait that I'm looking for and the price is worth the scoops they send you away with. Also have a well stocked supplies shop with prices comparable to big box stores. But local and always make Blue Ribbon your pick for bait all year round! Def recommend!!

Great Bait and Tackle store, good selections and resizable prices. Good service too. Blue Ribbon…read morewill even share with you the hot spots where people are catching fish locally.

Best customer service for any sporting department I've been to. I needed a few firearms shipped…read moreacross the country and it was top notch service. Jamie helped me out and made it very smooth. I can't speak to their actual firearm prices but the service was enough to make me go back! Highly recommend.