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October 21, 2012

Saltwater Fishing: The Fundamentals You Need To Know

The fish you are after in saltwater fishing are probably these: cod, tarpon, eels, sea catfish, mackerel, barracuda, swordfish, bass, tuna, sharks ,and many more varieties.
First and foremost, you need a good quality rod. Go for 8 and a half to 9 feet. Also, insure it is good quality as you will need the strength. In reels, you should go for those that are protected from saltwater corrosion. Look for those made from stainless steel, titanium or fiber/resin. Again, go with a good quality choice, one that is at least $100. For your line, you’ll need a floating line for flat or shallow areas. For underwater fishing, go with a clear, middle ground line. Try out one of the clear, sink tip lines too. In leaders, you need a longer leader for a shy fish. For one that is toothy, go with a thick leader. Also, flies. You will need to choose a variety of flies. You can purchase them in a wide variety or look for those promoted by expert anglers.

When it comes to hooking your fish, don’t lift your rod high into the air. You don’t want to fight it. Try to upset the fish’s swimming pattern by rolling it. When you are ready to land it, keep your rod tip low. If you high stick it, then you are likely to break your rod. Use a pair of pliers and gloves to make sure you don’t end up hurt. 

You can use both live and artificial bait in saltwater fishing. You can use live and natural products for a wide range of fish. Most will take shrimp and baitfish work well too. If you use something that your fish would normally eat in his diet, you are likely to get a hit. This could be things like crayfish, crabs, oysters and crustacean. Make sure that you do not overweight it.  The size of your hook should be the size of your bait. 

You can find most of your equipment and a whole lot of information online for your next saltwater trip, said the author who used to be a mortgage broker. He’s now started his business in toilets and hot water cylinders. If you want more information on fishing, you can check his blog out.

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