A Look At Salt Water Fishing Gear

Saltwater fishing can be quite different than fishing in a lake or stream because the fish are quite different. So if you plan on fishing in the ocean, you'll need different saltwater fishing gear than for freshwater angling.

A saltwater fisherman needs to use very different tactics than a freshwater fisherman to be successful. Modern fishing is not just about skill, but proper equipment as well.

A saltwater fisherman often needs very different equipment that a freshwater fisherman might use.

If you are a freshwater fisherman that would like to do some freshwater fishing and catch fish like Tuna, Swordfish, Cod, Snapper, Flounder, and Mackerel, do not expect to be successful without some practice fishing in salt water, and some changes to your equipment.

The first thing you need is a good rod. A saltwater fishing rod should be about nine feet in length, give or take a foot. While you are getting started you can use a decent, but not top quality, rod.

Look for something between one hundred and two hundred dollars, not something that is dirt cheap. A dirt cheap rod will inhibit your learning and can even lead to bad fishing habits.

Also, dirt cheap rods tend to have a resale value far before the little bit you paid for them.

If you start with a decent rod you can later resell it for a good price and buy something better.

Next on your saltwater fishing gear list is a good fishing reel that is designed for salt water use.

Saltwater is more corrosive than freshwater, so you should look for a reel that resists saltwater corrosion. Look for materials like stainless steel, titanium, plated steel, fiber, or resin.

To go with the reel choose different lines for the different types of fish you wish to catch.

Shier fish require longer leaders.

Fish with sharp teeth and fins require a thicker leader to stand up to their rigors.

If you are using a floating line in deep water with a weighted fly, use a longer leader.

If you are using a sinking line in deep water, use a short leader.

Many fishermen disagree on whether you should construct your own fly, or buy one from a bait shop. There are advantages and disadvantages to both, but whichever you decide to use you should be sure it is suited to the fish you wish to catch and is high in quality.

The fly is meant to fool the fish, and low quality materials will not fool anyone. You have to make sure your fly is high enough in quality that it will actually fool the fish into biting.

If you are already experienced in fishing in freshwater then the transition to saltwater will not be too difficult, but you have to approach the task differently. Different techniques are required, and you should not waste your time by using the wrong equipment.

No one enjoys an unsuccessful day of fishing, so be sure to hedge your bets by using the saltwater fishing gear that will produce the best results.

Learn more about finding the right fishing gear by visiting http://www.fishinggeartips.com - a website that offers information on fishing including tips on fishing line, fishing rods, fishing lures and fishing reels as well as how to choose the right fishing tackle.

Article written Lee Dobbins


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The Best Time To Fish

By Trevor Kugler

So, what is the best time to fish? My answer to that question has always been, "whenever I can". This is true, many of us want to fish whenever we can, but the truth is that some times are better than others. Think about it. As anglers it makes sense that there are certain times when fish are more active than others, right? And what happens when fish are more active? They tend to bite more. So the best time to fish is when the fish are the most active.

In other words, we as anglers want to maximize our time by being on the water fishing when the fish are the most active. This only makes sense, right? I mean, we only get so much time to spend on the water because of jobs, family, and other activities so maximizing the time we do get only makes sense. So, how in the heck do we figure out when the fish are the most active, so that we can be on the water at these times?

The easiest way I know of is paying attention to the weather and moon. Let's start with the moon. You probably realize that the moon goes through different phases throughout the month. Well, did you know that certain phases are much better for fishing than others? For example, in the two or three days surrounding a new moon, fish are much more active, and therefore tend to bite much more readily.

How about the weather? Did you know that certain fronts are considered "fish catching" fronts? So, being on the water after one of these fronts passes through your fishing area is a very good idea. For your information these "fish catching" fronts are known as warm fronts. So, when a warm front passes through your fishing area, you want to be on the water. Especially if one of the good moon phases coincides with the warm front!

The bottom line is that figuring out the best time to fish really isn't that difficult, especially if you pay attention to the weather and moon. Paying attention to these two forces of Mother Nature, and using that information to your advantage will result in you being much more successful as an angler. There's no need to purchase weird devices that "call" fish to the area that you're fishing, just be on the water when the fish are the most active and you'll do just fine.

Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 20 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his three year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country.....Montana!

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How to Make Fishing Lures

Fishing lures made from an old tablespoon.

To make your own fishing lures, start with an old tablespoon or teaspoon. I stress old because if you filch a good spoon from the family silver set, someone’s going to be in trouble — although a silver-plated spoon would work well.

Next, use a hacksaw to cut off the handle close to the spoon bowl, and file the cut end smooth. Then make a long, narrow lure from the handle by cutting it to a suitable length. Drill a one-sixteenth-inch hole near both ends of the spoon and the handle. After drilling the handle lure, add a slight twist so it will wobble, imitating a minnow.

For each lure, slip a split ring through all four holes. Split rings, swivels and hooks can be bought anywhere fishing lures are sold. At the tip end of the spoon and the narrow part of the handle, slide a swivel through the ring. At the other end of both, slide your choice of hooks through the ring. Attach the hooks using needle-nose pliers to avoid hooking your fingers.

If you paint one side of the lure with high-quality gloss paint, it will produce contrasting colors when the lure rotates in the water. Paint the lure long before you plan to use it so there will be no paint odor.

When you catch a really large fish, be sure to casually mention to anyone nearby that you caught that monster with a spoon!

Article written by Winston Foster
Regina, Saskatchewan



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