I had never crabbed with snares from shore prior to using Beach Bandit Crab Snares. I met Billy at the beach in Netart’s while I was fishing throwable traps. He caught ten crabs in under an hour!! He pointed me towards his website where I purchased a few for myself, since then I enjoy more crab on my trips to the beach!

-Randy Honzo

I can vouch for these snares...

As a snare maker myself, I am super picky when it comes to the construction of snares.

I met Billy earlier this year on the pier in Garibaldi and got a firsthand look, up close.

While I take pride in my own snares (that have a non-toxic weight poured into the snare itself to allow for a more compact stance (i.e. no exterior weight that could get caught/snagged) I was blown away by these snares.

I've tried every snare on the market and a dozen independent snare makers and nobody is making snares even close to the quality of the igotcrabs snares.

-Rob Downer


IFrom the moment I decided to dive into the world of crabbing, I knew I needed expert guidance and top-notch equipment. That’s exactly what I found with Beach Bandit Crab Snares, thanks to the phenomenal Billy, the owner and mastermind behind this fantastic business.

I opted for the private lessons, which turned out to be an invaluable part of my crabbing journey. Billy is not just an instructor; he’s a guru in the art of crab snaring. His teaching style is engaging, easy to understand, and filled with insightful tips that only a seasoned pro could offer. He tailored the lessons to my skill level, ensuring that I was comfortable and confident every step of the way.

The real stars of the show, however, were the Beach Bandit Crab Snares themselves. I purchased both the 8oz and 6oz snares, and they performed beyond my expectations. The build quality is top-notch, durable, and designed to withstand the challenges of the sea. These snares are evidently crafted with a deep understanding of what crabbers need. The ease of use and effectiveness were evident, as we had an absolutely fantastic catch, far exceeding my expectations.

It’s not just the products that make Beach Bandit Crab Snares stand out; it’s the personal touch and passion that Billy brings to his business. He’s not just selling snares; he’s sharing his passion and knowledge, ensuring that each customer gets the most out of their crabbing experience.

If you’re looking to get into crabbing, or even if you’re a seasoned pro, Beach Bandit Crab Snares is the go-to place. Fantastic products, exceptional lessons, and a community atmosphere where every customer is treated like family. Thanks, Billy, for such an incredible experience. Looking forward to many more crabbing adventures with your gear!

Reviewer: Sam Bezzant

Went out with a friend today and both got our limits. Ran into Billy out last week and then bought some snares from his shop to add to my pack. We caught several on his 4 oz snares even with the current ripping pretty hard. There was also a guy on the beach not catching anything with flappy traps, so I let him throw one of Billy's 6 oz snares on there and he got an entire limit in about 3 hours. I Recommend checking them out and can say they are much higher quality than the typical mass production you will find in stores! The different weight options to choose from is a plus as well.  -Ben Harris
“The Blue Loops on the Beach Bandit snare really made it easy on the end of my 12’ offshore angler rod. I could see the loops were properly opened at the time of my cast. The design of the weight on the Beach Bandit snare kept the bait box always available above the sand. Brilliant!” – Brian Fihn