Fishing Tackle Basics
April 18, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
As an amateur fisherman there are basic pieces of fishing gear needed to complete your exciting journey into the hobby of fishing. You will need a fishing rod, reel and line. These will vary depending on the type of fishing you plan to do.
Buying your fishing rod, reel, line and lure or live bait should only cost a newbie around $25 to $40, and they could last for years. There are 3 main to consider when shopping for a rod.
1. The guides that are attached to the rod.
2. Grip or handle that you hold onto which usually comes in cork, foam or rubber.
3. Length. Fishing Rods come in different lengths so choose the length you are comfortable with.
You will find that fishing rods will either be a single piece or consist of two or more pieces when assembled. The connection is very simple you just slide the ends together making sure the guides are lined up. When shopping for a rod, slightly bend it to get the feel of it. Again comfort should be considered when using the equipment.
The rod should be around 6′ long and of medium weight. Even a long stick will work. This should be long, straight and flexible so it will not easily break. The most popular rods are graphite because they are so light yet so strong.
There are hundreds of fishing lines to choose from and it can be confusing for the beginner fisherman. Lines are mostly made of nylon and “monofilament” that comes in spools of different lengths that are called Tests. The larger the fishing line the thicker it is in diameter. Most of the time your new reel will already have fishing line in it.
Once you have chosen your fishing road and reel you will need a few other things to complete your fishing tackle. As a minimum you will need a tackle box, net, stringer, line clippers, fishing knife and a first aid box. Depending on the type of fishing you plan on doing you will also need corks/bobbers, lead sinkers, hooks and bait or lures
Now that you have all the basic fishing tackle you need your first fishing trip should go with out a hitch so enjoy and have fun with your new hobby fishing.
William Hutchinson recommends Better Bass Fishing to learn how you to can catch more bass on a regular basis and possibly land that all illusive prize trophy fish for your wall at home.
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