Fishing may seem like an intimidating activity, but once you get through the learning curve, it’s a blast. To excel in this sport, all you need is ample knowledge about the basics, which doesn’t require a big fancy yacht or professional gear.
In this blog, we’ve broken down four fishing tackle tips so you can fish like a pro!
Get the Right Rod and Reel
A good rod and reel are all you need as an amateur angler. It may be complicated to understand the basics of the rod reel and tackle at first; however, practice will make you perfect at it.
Find a rod-and-reel combination with a medium action rod of six feet to seven feet and a reel of size 1000 to 3000. You can find all the equipment required for fishing at a local bait or tackle shop at affordable prices.
The Fishing Line
Monofilament fishing lines and braided fishing lines are the two most commonly used ones for deep-sea fishing. For a beginner, a six to ten pound monofilament fishing line will be the best option. It offers more durability at an affordable price.
If you’re familiar with it already, you can also go for a ten to 20 pound fluorocarbon fishing line, which can resist abrasion better and can’t be seen underwater by fishes.
Get Quality Hooks and the Right Bait
Good-quality hooks make for a good catch. Your hook’s size must be in accordance with the size of the bait you’re using. You will come across various types of hooks, but a circular hook always works the best with live baits.
While learning fishing basics, you’ll also understand the importance of keeping a split shot sinker in your tackle box at all times. These are little lead weights that help you cast farther and prevent your bait from floating on the surface in a strong current.
Keep the Essential Tools Organized
Before going on a fishing adventure, it’s important to maintain a tackle box to keep your fishing tools and tackle in an organized manner. Also, remember to keep a landing net that will help you scoop out your catch, without causing any harm to the fish. When you’re done scooping out, carefully remove the hook from the fish’s mouth with the help of needle nose pliers.
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