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How To Get The Right Sport Fishing Equipment For Big Game

admin — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 09:28:38 +0000

Unlike an angler who does his fishing as a past time or hobby, and an activity to relax with, the sports fisherman has a goal in his mind which is to get the biggest trophy catch that he can bait. The sports fisherman goes out to sea to get the big game catch. The sport fishing is also called big game fishing. These anglers usually want to catch the big game to show off and not for putting on the table. Those who are out to catch big game as a sport and for a competition are given a certain amount of time in which to catch their trophy fish and also the spot of water where they can make their catch. They are rated according to the weight of the fish that they catch. The one who scores the most points is the winner. This sport can be exhilarating and bring you great acclaim especially if you have the right kind of equipment.

Choose the correct equipment
To participate in big game fishing anglers still use the bare bones tactics, which is the use of hook, reel and rod. You should get to know what equipment is required for the different variety of big game fishing. For this you should first get to know the basics of fishing and then get the appropriate fishing tackle for the kind of fish you plan to bait.
What is best is equipment that is strong and durable and that does not give way when you finally do get a big catch on the hook.

Most fishing rods are made of tough material like fiberglass and the sturdiness and length of the pole is established with the species of fish you are planning to catch. You would need a large and thick rod for the bigger fish like marlin, and smaller rods for the fish that are small. The correct kind of rod will make all the difference to your fishing expedition, so if you want a good catch get the correct gear too.

The same kind of reel is needed for salt water fishing and sports fishing too. The reels are normally open faced, and have smooth flowing reel in. These reels are made of metal alloys that are resilient and do not rust even over a long period of time. To keep your fishing gear in good condition you should clean it regularly and make sure that it is in the best condition always.

You have to get the right lures to catch the kind of fish you have in mind. There is enough choice in the market for you to decide from. The angler who is doing it for a sport will prefer to use the spoon variety to bait his fish. Some use scented beads and spinning blades made of metal which are quite effectual in luring big game fish. So basically you should get to know what bait or lure to use for a particular kind of fish and you will definitely get the fish you have set your mind on. Angling is a very satisfying hobby and sport and the better and more appropriate your equipment the better your catch.

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Slide-Baiting – Extreme Fishing in Hawaii

admin — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:50:17 +0000

A recent conversation centered around “extreme fishing.” It started with one’s comment about these “wild men,” somewhere along the Mississippi, who would stick their hands in submerged traps to let a catfish try and swallow their hands then pull the greedy catfish up and flip in into a boat. We all agreed it was pretty extreme to stick one’s hand in the mouth of anything as large as the “cats” they were pulling up!

Then, of course, the conversation turned to local fare–kayak fishing in the deep blue… free-dive spear fishing for big tuna and wahoo in open ocean… trying to tag a marlin while it’s thrashing a bill and hook alongside the boat. In this congenial arena of fishing tales one-upsmanship, all of the well-known fishing venues for which Hawaii has been noted were discussed except one which I reflected on after everyone had left.

For all of the fishing Hawaii offers, few are so uniquely tied to the islands as slide-baiting. Ask any local fisherman to name a single prized fish here in Hawaii and many of the responses will come back an “ulua” (oo loo’ ah.) The Hawaiian name for a trevally weighing over ten pounds, the ulua is the largest of all Hawaiian fish caught from the shore. Growing well in excess of a hundred pounds, ulua are fierce fighters and popular table fare as well.

Among the most popular environs for ulua are the deep drops that lie off of many of the islands’ rocky coasts. And while the underwater topography might be perfect for fish, the anglers wanting to fish these domains are faced with some precarious fishing spots often characterized by steep ledges, sharp rocks, and threatening waves.

The volcanic origin of the islands in which lava flows added to the coastline over the years in which the islands were formed created a miles of shorelines which end abruptly with a drop into the ocean. In these areas, it’s not uncommon to find immediate water depths of sixty feet or more within an easy casting distance. These areas, often ten feet or more above the water, are the haunts of Hawaii’s slide-bait fishermen!

As a youngster, I was always fascinated by a white marker on an overlook along a highway on Oahu’s east side. I had learned that it memorialized a fisherman who had drowned after being washed off the ledge by large waves. Looking over the rocky coast which jutted anywhere from three to ten feet above the water, it was easy to see that getting back on to land after falling into the water was pretty close to impossible on a calm day let alone at night (the preferred time for this type of fishing) and when there are any waves to speak of.

Yet despite the obvious risks, slide-baiting is the venue of choice for many of Hawaii’s top shore fishermen many of whom have achieved membership in the 100# club, an elite group of anglers who have caught an ulua of a hundred pounds or more.

Slide-baiting starts off with the largest shore fishing tackle you will come across. The poles are heavy-duty twelve to fourteen-foot casting poles equipped with conventional reels like the Penn 4-0’s and 6-0’s loaded with 50# – 75# test line. The rig is comprised of weights between 8-10 ounces connected to the main line with a large ring and weaker line intended to break away when the fish is hooked or when the line needs to be retrieved. Generally, a slide baiter will cast his line out once at the beginning of the session. Since each member of a group might have three to four poles making for a pretty crowded fishing perch, the only time lines are reeled back in is when a fish hits or when it’s time to leave.

During the session, the fishermen slide their chosen bait down the line with a special leader. A hook is fastened to a stiff wire leader with a pigtail swivel on the other end allowing it to be attached to the main line. The bait slides down as far as the ring at the end of the main line preventing the bait from touching the bottom. Baits are slid down throughout the session without the fishermen ever having to worry about checking their bait or risking entanglement with other lines.

When a fish is caught, the prospect of bringing it up on the rocks from waters some ten feet or more below can be pretty tricky. A special gaff hook with an open ring and rope is slid down the main line down to the fish which is gaffed by jerking up from under the fish then pulling it up with the rope. It’s a pretty slick technique that takes a bit of practice especially with a fish that weighs in at fifty to a hundred pounds and more.

Most of us will never experience fighting a hundred pound ulua from a rocky ledge but a look at any of the trophies these skilled anglers have brought up might convince you that this is a pretty extreme form of fishing. It’s a form of fishing you’ll seldom hear about but is going on in Hawaii at some awfully precarious spots on almost any moonless night!

The author, Richard Young, is the creator of HawaiiBeachcombers.com, a site which includes Hawaii Fishing along with other favorite island ocean activities.

By: Richard Young

Crappie Fishing Rods

admin — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:12:29 +0000

How to stream line your crappie fishing rods without spending a lot of money.

When your crappie fishing it is very important to have the right crappie fishing equipment or you probably will go home empty handed. Don’t you hate it when everyone around you seems to know how to catch crappie but you don’t? You think you have purchased all the right equipment and rigging but you just can’t seem to increase your catch. Yes everyone seems to know what to use but you , well until know. The following crappie fishing rigging | equipment has been tried and proven to catch crappie, and the best thing about you won’t have to spend an arm and leg to get them.

Rods for crappie fishing

Bamboo poles (don’t laugh it’s for real) price range: 5$ to 10$

One of the most irritating things I can think off is spending a day digging line rat nests from a beginners reel. Bamboo poles are great, tangle free poles that should be on your crappie fishing equipment list. But don’t be fooled into thinking these poles are just for beginners. Old school crappie fisherman use them because they are sturdy enough to catch any slab crappie out there, and they are very flexible.

Telescoping crappie fishing rods that telescope for crappie fishing : price range: 10$ to 30$
Telescoping rods are great for fishing in thick brush because they are adjustable. We all should have a telescoping rod in our crappie fishing equipment arsenal so we can be ready for any crappie fishing situation.

Graphite crappie fishing poles price range: 30$ to 100$

Graphite rods are excellent for crappie fishing. They have flexible tips that you can feel even the slightest bite. These rods are extremely flexible, but strong enough to pull a big crappie out of the brush. They also are perfect for the need wrist action when jigging for crappie.

Graphite ultralight rods are perfect for crappie fishing. There are three main reasons to have a graphite ultralight for one of your crappie fishing rods.

Reason #1 In order to get the right jigging action, your going to need an ultralight rod that gives you the right amount of movement. Most of the up and down action of jigging is in the wrist movement. So an ultralight rod works great for not over stressing the forearm muscles.

Reason #2 Crappie lips are paper thin. The ultralight is so flexible that when you set the hook it won’t rip through the crappies lip or right out of there mouth.
Reason #3 The flexibility of the ultralight make fighting a crappie through he water a blast! I don’t know about you but I like to feel the fish fighting when I set the hook and start reeling in.

Well folks, when you are out selecting the right rod for your crappie fishing arsenal take this article with you and so you select the right crappie fishing rod.

By: Mark Fleagle

Fishing Secrets

admin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:54:57 +0000

Ever since human beings have been wetting a line in an attempt to catch fish, fishermen have been looking for fishing secrets to help them catch more fish. In this article I’m going to reveal some fishing secrets that have been learned over the past twenty plus years of fishing. These fishing secrets and techniques have been used to help catch all types of fish including: smallmouth bass, trout, walleye, pike, and even catfish. These fishing secrets work for almost any fishing situation, but are most effective while fishing in the flowing waters of a river or stream.

Let’s all never forget what Steven Wright said of all of us anglers, “There’s a fine line between fishing and standing on the shore looking like an idiot”. For anyone who has spent any time on the water chasing fish knows, that line can be razor thin! The bottom line is that these simple, yet effective fishing secrets will help you catch more fish and avoid the latter part of that quote by Mr. Wright.

Pay Attention To Your Hands – This might sound strange, but paying attention to your hands, and more specifically any un natural scents that may be on them, is of the utmost importance when it comes to fishing. Especially when fishing for very finicky fish such as trout, steelhead, and grayling. You see, any scent that’s on your hands will transfer to the bait that you’re using, and if fish smell unnatural odors, they are much less apt to bite your offering. That’s why I always rub my hands in a handful of grass or dirt periodically during any given fishing trip. This eliminates any unnatural odors that might be on my hands. Pay Attention To Nature – Nature is probably your best friend when it comes to fishing. The forces of both the weather and moon have as much of an impact on fishing as anything you do as a fisherman. Were you aware of this fact? If not, you should educate yourself as to how the weather and moon effect the behavior of fish. I’m telling you using the weather and moon to your favor (which means fishing when they are in your favor) pays huge dividends in the number and size of the fish that you catch. Always Use Gang Hooks – This fishing secret holds true for those of you who like to fish with live bait (especially live worms). Gang hooks are the most effective way to present a live worm while fishing, it’s as simple as that. You see, gang hooks allow live worms to be presented outstretched, the way God intended them to look, rather than all “balled” up or “threaded” onto a hook. A set of pre-tied gang hooks will make a huge difference in your catch rates when using live bait (especially live worms).
The bottom line is that these fishing secrets will help you catch more fish, there’s no doubt about it. How am I so sure of this? Because I’ve been employing every single one of these fishing secrets for more than 20 years, and they have always worked for me. I know they will work for you as well.

By: Trevor Kugler

Fishing Skiffs

admin — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:06:12 +0000

If you are going to head out on the water for a bit of fishing, you need the right equipment. One of the more basic things you will need is to choose among fishing skiffs.

The word skiff has been used over the years to describe a lot of boats that seemingly have no relationship to each other. The word comes from the same root as the word ship, which may be part of the problem. So, what exactly is meant by fishing skiff? One current example of a fishing skiff is a relatively inexpensive, flat bottomed boat with a pointed bow and a flat stern. They are intended for use in shallow inland waters. The original boats of this type were intended to be propelled by oars or poles, but recent models have been designed to accept small outboard motors.

Many fishing skiff designs feature raised bows, which serve to protect passengers from spray from choppy water. These boats are sometimes called sea skiffs and are extremely versatile and seaworthy. Although you would not want to cross the ocean in one, they are ideal for close off shore fishing as well as still being able to get into the shallow flats inshore.

The skiff is used extensively in South Florida light tackle fishing and for bone fishing there and in the Bahamas. The older model skiffs resembled small canoes and were not stable enough to support a standing fisherman, but the fishing skiff of today has solved this problem. It is necessary to be able to stand safely in the skiff when engaged in some of the sight fishing activities of the shallow flats. The more stable skiffs allow this.

The fishing skiff does not need to be small. One popular model is 17 feet long and has a maximum engine capacity of 40 horsepower. It can handle a passenger weight of 900 pounds. This boat comes with an optional center console complete with a destroyer style steering wheel. They are designed for use both as fishing skiffs and harbor work boats.

Some larger fishing boats use fishing skiffs that are stored onboard when traveling to the fishing grounds. Once at the fishing areas, the skiffs are lowered into the water to move into the more shallow fishing areas. The building of skiffs is an international industry. Australia and Europe both produce distinctive models. The Australian skiff is used for beach rescue as well as fishing along the coral reefs of the Pacific Ocean. The fishing skiff is one of the most versatile crafts in the world. It is certainly one of the most fishermen friendly.

By: Richard Chapo