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Top Ten tips for the Perfect Catch

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Fishing is one of the most popular sports in the world.  Every weekend, millions of people across the globe go out to rivers, streams, and lakes to land huge catches.  However, many fishermen fish for years and catch nothing but smaller fish.  In the following paragraphs, you will see ten great tips to help you land the perfect catch every fishing trip you take. 

  1. Make sure that you use the right size bait and hook for the fish you are aiming for.  Big bass require big hooks; smaller trout require smaller hooks.  Pay attention to the bobber, too- the size of the bobber is very important.

 

 

  1. Lighter line is better than heavier line, because it is much harder to see.  Four to eight pound test is perfect.

 

 

  1. Buy the best spincast reel you can.  There are no true bargains in the fishing world- more expensive reels mean better quality.

 

 

  1. If you are trolling, make sure you have a terrific downrigger.  For big trips, consider investing in an electric downrigger and heavy-duty downrigger cable.

 

 

  1. If you are practicing catch-and-release, learn how to unhook fish safely.  To unhook a fish safely, first wet your hands, then gently remove the hook from the fish’s mouth, then immediately place the fish back in the water.  If the hook has slid down the fish’s throat, snip the line near to the mouth.  The acids in the fish’s stomach will dissolve the hook.

 

 

  1. Many fish are affected by the phases of the moon.  If you research how your target fish respond to lunar cycles, you can greatly increase your chance of making a big catch.

 

 

  1. Cast your line near inflowing water.  Fish tend to congregate near inflowing water because it brings in food and small insects.  It’s a sure place to find big fish.

 

 

  1. Try live bait.  You may see many pro fishermen using artificial bait, but many varieties of fish (like smallmouth bass) love live bait.

 

 

  1. Watch your rod carefully.  Many fish have barely noticeable strikes, so pay close attention to even the smallest rod movements.

 

 

  1. If you’re fishing in the ocean, always fish when the tides are changing.  The calmer water associated with tidal changes is very attractive to fish like salmon.

 

 

These tips, of course, won’t guarantee that you land a huge catch.  Natural talent and patience are the two most important fishing factors- but past that, the ten tips above should definitely improve your fishing experience.  Cast well, cast often, and cast patiently.