Striper Soup Bait and Tackle STAFF
SHAWN "The Chef" MCNEW, owner of Striper Soup Bait & Tackle, is one of the region's foremost striper fisherman. His first experience with this magnificent fish in 1993 was the end of his lifelong (at the time) love of bass fishing. Shawn recalls the story of his first striper trip on the Tennessee River, "I latched into two of these beasts, and they both broke my 20 lb test after 2-3 minutes of straight drag pulling! I'd never felt power like that and knew I was 100% hooked." After a successful career as an All American Division I swimmer and graduating with a degree in wildlife fisheries science from the University of Tennessee, he focused 100% of his resources to learning the ways of striped bass fishing. In 1998, he started his guide service, Seein' Stripes, and is still guiding today. In 2007, Shawn utilized his knowledge of catching and transporting shad to begin a commercial shad company named Shad Stocking. His knowledge of the fishery is regarded by his peers, and he is excited about sharing it with inspiring striper fishermen.
MIKE "The Mathematician" TYLER, manager of the 'Soup, has a newly developed passion for fishing. His friendliness, helpfulness, and skillful mastery of Striper Soup Bait & Tackle product development and manufacturing are a critical asset to the success of our operation. Mike will do what it takes to help customers feel at ease and select the right set of fishing options for their preferences.
