Trout Fishing Tackle Tips

One of the biggest problems in bluegill fishing without live bait is presented a bait properly far away from shore. This is due to bluegill lures being too light, and sometimes a fisherman using line/rod and reel that is too heavy. Casting live bait without a bobber is impossible, the bait flies off the hook half the time and you end up feeding the fish for free. To really get a proper presentation to bluegill that are in the deeper water you need to start using some jigs, that in themselves, without a maggot or grub side dish, could fool bluegill all day long. Most store bought hair tied jigs are meant for walleye or bass, and they are much too big for the bluegill.

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However, many anglers are offering their creations to the world over the internet, and some of their offerings are truly amazing. Micro jigs, tied like flies are being developed by dedicated anglers who are sick of not having something affordable to present to hungry bluegill. These jigs need no bait tipping, they are more than delectable all by themselves.

Bass Fishing Isn't What it Used to Be - Tips From a Weekend Angler

The Thrill of That First Strike of the Day

Nothing quite matches that inner sensation when you feel a slight tug on your line, you give it a jerk and a largemouth bass breaks the surface of the otherwise calm waters. He leaps into the air and shakes the lure violently in an effort to toss it loose.

Largemouth bass are one of the most exciting game fish found in the lakes and ponds and slow running rivers in North America. Granted there are pickerel, northern pike and muskies and other real fighters, but their range is limited.

They have adapted to varied environments throughout the Eastern U.S. and their penchants for aggressive behavior have made largemouth bass the most popular sport fishing target in North America. It is the king of game fish in Florida.

Bass fishing for many is an absolute obsession. They spend tons of money on tackle, lures and fishing boats equipped with every electronic device imaginable. But for me, fresh water fishing is just a way to spend a few peaceful hours along the banks of a quiet little pond.

Fishing as often as I do-not nearly as much as I'd like-has put me behind the curve in sport fishing technology. I was amazed to see so many new lures, even in Walmart that I figured I needed to get back up to speed.

While dozens of different lures are used to land the big ones, some of the most popular types are listed below:

Crank Baits: have the look of baitfish or crawfish, which are favorites of small and largemouth bass. These come in various sizes, colors and shapes. Crank baits work well in most kinds of water, and you can fish fast and cover a lot of water to find the hungry ones. Using a crank bait has a learning curve but it will add to your arsenal of go-and-gettum lures.

Jerk Baits: This term refers to the action that you use to make the lure act like bait in distress and will encourage a strike. There are two basic types: one is the hard lure resembling a crankbait, but it has a much slimmer profile and smaller lip than the deep diving lures. The other kind is the soft plastic type.

Spinner Baits catch lots of bass and they are a good bait for covering a lot of water fast to where they are feeding. They do tend to catch bigger bass and they come in a wide variety of sizes, colors and blade shapes. They resemble baitfish and are a real treat for bass.

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Jig & Crawfish/Pig: A jig and pig is one of the top-rated big bass baits available for anglers. Many of the big bass tournaments are won with this lure because they do catch bigger bass. When worked along the bottom they resemble a crayfish and they look like an easy meal. The Jig and Pig has a pigskin trailer to complete the illusion.

Bucktail Jigs are a very basic lure that is very effective in catching fish, so effective it is included in many survival kits. Some models include plastic tails either straight or curly. All work well under a variety of conditions.

If you are wondering what the best color for a lure is, the best answer is, "There ain't one." Much depends on the time of day, sunny or cloudy sky, clear or murky water. So variety in color is your best way to go. But the pros say always have a few chartreuse lures in your kit too.

Marine Electronics - Lowrance Fishfinder Technology

The fast pace of modern technology means there is always a new gadget or device on the marine electronics market. For example, Lowrance recently introduced Broadband Sounder technology into their line of fishfinders. The Lowrance Broadband Sounderâ„¢ can actually see through structures to detect fish and is also capable of operating at high speed in deep water.

Lowrance has a strong reputation for reliable fishfinders and this new technology makes their product line more appealing than ever. The Lowrance Broadband Sounderâ„¢ offers increased capability for target separation and improved detail in shallow waters.

What Makes the Lowrance Broadband Sounderâ„¢ different?
Lowrance fishfinders with Lowrance Broadband Sounderâ„¢ use a 200 kHz single frequency transducer covering a 60Â° field of view. The transducer then sends out another signal at 83 KHz covering a 120Â° field of view. Because the scanning area is broader, targets remain in view for a longer period which means more information can be collected on the target, thus refining the details.

Using the Broadband Sounder technology Lowrance has overcome a common tradeoff. Typically a strong detail at the bottom has meant less definition in the shallow part of the cone. The new technology means greater definition of countours, thermoclines and underwater structures. The result is the ability to use the Lowrance fishfinder to locate fish hiding in grass, weeds, skirting rocks and otherwise playing hard to get.

When you crank up the power on a traditional transducer to increase detail in deeper waters, the result is often increased clutter. While there is more information it is often harder to decipher because of this increased clutter. The Lowrance Broadband Sounderâ„¢ reduces the clutter so when you turn up the gain on the fishfinder, the clutter is filtered, making the detail easier to understand and the fish easier to see. The technology is therefore really useful for clarity in deep water and at the bottom of a river, lake or seabed.

Advantages of The Lowrance Broadband Sounderâ„¢ Fishfinder

The new technology offered in Lowrance fishfinders provides strong bottom lock at high speeds in deep waters. It offers better clarity than previously possible in fishfinder technology and uses digital filtering algorithms to reduce clutter at high gain. This is heavy duty technology for serious fishermen. If you want to take your sportfishing to the next level, it could well be worth your while to look into the the Lowrance Broadband Sounderâ„¢ technology next time you are in the market for a fishfinder.

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Can you efficiently cut MDF wood for a Subwoofer box using an Engraving laser?

I work at an engraving company. We have a Laser machine that can cut straight through 2 inch hardwood in two passes. I have been planning a build for a custom subwoofer box and just now thought of how easy it would be to draw the designs in C.A.D. and use the laser to precisely cut the pieces. How will the MDF handle the heat? Would I have to use low power and make multiple cuts? I do however foresee a problem cutting angles on the edge *The 3/4" side*. I can always at least use it to cut the circle perfectly!

Hi kyleryantoth,

We have a 60W laser and have cut a number of templates from MDF. The biggest problem in laser cutting MDF, and plywood for that matter, is the glue used to bond the material, not the wood itself. When laser cutting any of these materials I highly recommend using wood with an all natural bonding agent instead of the heavy chemical glues found in the MDF and plys you get at most hardware stores. Check with your local lumber yards for these better materials. When laser cutting thick MDF do not try to cut it in 2 passes like you would with 2" hardwoods since, again, it is not the wood that is the issue but the glue. I would suggest 5-7 passes at slightly faster speeds. The glue, like cutting thick acrylic, will re-bond if cut too hot too slowly. You will also get too much flare-up if not done properly.

Specifics:

How will the MDF handle the heat? Too much heat at a very slow speed will torch the wood. Plan on many passes at 100% power but faster speeds (start about 20%-25% speed).

Would I have to use low power and make multiple cuts? No and Yes. On 3/4" MDF aim for about 1/8" deep per pass (roughly 6 cuts) at full power.

I do however foresee a problem cutting angles on the edge *The 3/4" side. - instead of angle joints try dovetail or box joints. They will look better and make the box more sturdy if you plan on 10"+ sub woofers.

Always test your settings on scrap first.

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Jimmy Jacks — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 20:30:21 +0000

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Angler Nymph Taper

Jimmy Jacks — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 06:25:53 +0000

Angler Nymph Taper

Fly Fishing Equipment - The Basics For the Beginner

"What fly fishing equipment should I get?" I'm often asked that question by folk who are interested in learning how to fly fish. Sometimes, it seems so complicated. "Is it expensive?" is the second most often asked question.

Let's start with the second question first. While you can spend thousands of dollars on gear, you don't need to nor should you spend more than a couple of hundred dollars if you're just starting out. Depending on what conditions you will be fishing, you might even get away with less than that, too. I recommend that you speak with casting instructor who knows your area and what conditions you'll be fishing in at first. That person will be able to put you on the right track as to the specifics of what gear you should have.

To answer the question about what fly fishing equipment you'll need to get started, here are the basics. You can of course purchase much more, but why not wait before spending lots of money to find out if you'll enjoy the sport in the first place?

A fly rod
A reel that will hold the line
Line (usually a floating line will do fine if you're targeting small to medium size rivers)
8 lb. test monofilament that you will use for leader material
Flies
Clippers
Sunglasses

Optional equipment when you are starting out:

Waders to keep you dry if fishing rivers
A vest or bag to carry gear (and perhaps your lunch and a flask filled with something to drink if you are so inclined)
Landing Net

And that's about it. The conditions you will fish will dictate the length of your rod as well as the weight of the line you will be casting. Most beginners can get away with selecting a rod in the 8 to 9 foot range and 5-6 line weight (wt.). Unless you will be after big fish, you can get by with a very inexpensive fly reel. All it does in most cases is hold the line for you. In many situations where the target fish are trout, you likely wont even need to use the drag on your reel. In most cases, tension is applied to the line with your hand.

Although many fly anglers have all sorts of systems for determining the correct leader thickness and taper, don't worry about that for now. Because the lure in fly fishing are very light weight, you are using the weight of the fly line and the ability of the rod to power the line forward when you cast your fly. Therefore, fly line is much thicker than the monofilament used in spinning or baitcast fishing. That's where the monofilament or leader comes in - it is tied to the end of the fly line, generally an 8 foot length is fine, and to the other end of the leader, you will tie your fly.

Although it is fun to tie your own flies, at this point it is probably best to obtain some from someone you know that ties up flies, or purchase them for a shop that sells them. If it is a local shop, they will be able to advise you as to what patterns that will be most likely to entice the fish to hit. At first, stick with nymphs or wet flies. Dry fly fishing can be a lot of fun, but I'd recommend learning to cast and catch fish with a fly rod using nymphs.

Sunglasses are a must when fly fishing! The last thing you want to do is damage your eye with a misplaced cast and a fly stuck in your eyeball. Think safety first, no matter what you are doing. If you have decided to also purchase a pair of waders, make sure you are familiar with the water you will be wading in.

There are a number of resources available to you to help you decide what fly fishing gear is best for you. Read reviews of the gear that is available to you, talk to other fly anglers, and perhaps the best advice of all: Hire a fly fishing instructor for at least a half day. This will help prevent you from forming bad habits that will be difficult to break later on.

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Collection Fly Fishing

Jimmy Jacks — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 05:15:25 +0000

Collection Fly Fishing
Trying to remember old vhs tape with a collection of 3d animated experimental shorts.?

Forgot the name of the tape, I remember a couple of the animations, one had a metal bird falling love with a fish. Another was a chase sequence where a camera followed a bee flying through the woods. Some of the other shorts had things like procedural tree growing animations, and such things.

There were a series of those, called The Mind's Eye.

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The one with the bird and the fish is titled Breaking the Ice.

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Fly Fishing Tackle - 3 Basic Facts

To understand the art of fly-fishing you have to have patience and make an effort and go through a trial and error phase before you perfect the art of using this distinct style of fishing. However, once you have got the hang of it you will never forget it and it comes naturally to you there after. You would also get to know what method you should use for the different kinds of fish and the ideal fishing gear that is required too.

The right fishing gear
The correct equipment is the most important part of any expedition and is like a soldiers armor when they leave for war, nothing can be over looked and all angles have to be considered. If you have the right kind of equipment you will definitely be successful in your fishing endeavors. The tackle box of a fly fisherman is well stocked with all the different devices and tools that he may need suddenly. This includes knives, pliers, fishing lines and lures which could prove very valuable if required suddenly. With time you will get to collect all the essentials of a tool box and more

Some essentials in the fisherman’s tool kit.

The knife is easily the most important piece of equipment in the fisherman’s tool kit. The line cannot be cut without a knife, but this is just one of the many uses of a knife. It is better to just keep one handy and make use of it as you go along. You should also keep a whetstone along with the knife. Pliers are another handy appliance which will help you in removing the hook from the fish much better than with your bare hands.

You never know when you will need another fishing line especially if yours gets entangled or the wire is broken. If such a mishap happens you will thank your lucky stars that you brought along a spare spool of fishing line so that you do not waste a day without it. This is a fairly in expensive item and should be kept in you tackle box.

Keep a well equipped tackle box
Once you become an expert at this, your tackle box will no doubt contain a lot of different and fancy gear. You will need a different kind of lure for different variety of fish. You can make the flies yourself or get them at the local store that sells bait. Whatever way you choose to acquire your fly it is most important to know what kind of fish you are planning to bait before you go in for the buy. You could keep an assortment of flies with you so that you could use one according to the requirement at that time. It is a fulfilling experience to have the right kind of fly at any given time. Stock your tackle box correctly and you will never be caught unawares at any time.

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Berkley Fireline Braid

Jimmy Jacks — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 03:10:12 +0000

Berkley Fireline Braid
Reviews on Spiderwire Stealth and Berkley Fireline Braid ?

I need your reviews on these 2 Braid Fishing Lines. Also, tell me which Braid Line is better ...

Thanks:) ...

I liked the spiderwire. I also like the p-line spectrex IV. But i never used Berkley braid b4

What's My Line?

I've been walleye fishing a long time and I am pretty set in my ways. For instance, I like to cast for my fish and experience the bite and fight. Trolling, for all its popularity, is a last-gasp choice for me. And I always use a spinning reel because it's mostly trouble free. Baitcasters remind me of the 1950s...old school.

But when it comes to fishing line selection, I’m intrigued by the latest and greatest. It seems like there’s something new coming out every year. The interesting aspect is that lines are continually in a state of development to make them thinner, stronger and less visible.

Monofilament lines have come a long way since first developed by DuPont in 1939 when the company invented nylon. But fishermen weren’t that impressed with the early mono and kept on using braided Dacron for the next several decades.

My memory of early mono was that it was wiry and difficult to handle and cast. Its two saving graces - good knot strength and very low visibility to the fish - gave it a small but loyal following.

In 1959 DuPont introduced Stren, a thinner and much softer monofilament line that could be used in a large range of reels, including newly introduced spinning and spin casting tackle. Stren's monofilament lines soon became a favorite with many fishermen because of its overall ease of use.

A few years back, manufacturers started using polyvinylidene fluoride to make what we know now as fluorocarbon line. It’s very much like nylon monofilament, but has several advantages: it is nearly invisible in water and stands up to sharp fish teeth and wear. Also, fluorocarbon doesn't take up water and it is resistant to UV-light. It is denser than nylon which makes it sink faster.

Dyneema, like polyvinylidene fluoride, is used in the new braided lines. It is stronger, much smaller in diameter and has very little stretch. So take care to adjust your reel's drag. An aggressive hook-set, without a light drag, will rip the hook out of the fish's mouth.

Berkley Fireline is an innovation spun off Dyneema and I use it exclusively on all my reels. The big reason is size. For example, 6-pound test Fireline is the same diameter as 2-pound monofilament and will cast 30 to 40 percent farther than mono of the same pound test. I use the all-around useful 10-pound test.

I like to tell charter clients it is so sensitive that I can feel the fish breathing on it. Honestly, the more I use it the more I believe it. Because Fireline is visible to the fish, I tip my lines with about six feet of 10-pound fluorocarbon, using a uni-knot.

While fluorocarbon lines look and feel similar to monofilament they are different in many ways. For example, fluorocarbon lines tend to resist twist even more than monofilament

You can overcome this characteristic by not filling your reel spool quite so full, employing quality swivels to relieve twist, and by using light pound tests. In addition, fluorocarbon lines don’t dissipate heat nearly as well as monofilament so go slow when tying the knot. Cinch it up quickly and it’s likely to break from friction heat.

While fluorocarbon lines are less visible to fish, realize that even clear fluorocarbon can show up when surrounded by green-colored water, which is prevalent in many freshwater lakes and rivers. Anglers who previously employed low-vis green monofilament for its camouflage like abilities should know that there is now a green tint fluorocarbon available under the Trilene brand.

In addition, tinted fluorocarbon offers the added feature of diffusing unwanted light that has been known to occasionally travel down the length of clear fluorocarbon and produce unwanted sparkle and flash. Sort of like fiber-optics.

Due to high-tech braids having almost zero stretch, they offer increased sensitivity. In addition, they float better than monofilament and are more tolerant of line twist, which makes most super-lines a dream-come-true for use on a spinning reel.

Besides offering extreme strength and thin diameter, when properly selected super-lines can totally eliminate the thought of an unexpected break off. When choosing for trout, panfish and walleye going with the same test as you would monofilament is the best idea.

However, when pursuing big fish like steelhead and salmon, stepping up to a higher pound test will offer a significant difference in strength and performance. For example, if you now use 25-pound test monofilament for salmon, select 50 or 65-pound test super-line, which equals the diameter of 12 or 15-pound test monofilament.

On Lake Erie where I do most of my angling trolling boats use 15-20 pound braided line which is plenty strong enough for the 10-12-pound walleyes caught there.

Unlike when first introduced only a few super-lines are a straight braid these days, since most are enhanced with additional processing. This is done to provide body to the line so it resists tip wrapping, which is often associated with single process braids.

In addition, further processing is used to provide color, smoothness for longer casts, and to seal the line so it will shed water and float higher. For example, Fireline goes through a firing process that fuses it into a single strand after it is first braided.

Due to their smooth, slick, exterior finish super-lines (regardless of brand) can slip after spooling, which might make you believe your reel has a faulty drag. To counter this, I start out with a few yards of mono backing, then connect the braided line, again, using the uni-knot. Some fishermen will tape the line to the spool but I don't recommend this.

FACTOID
Sixteen-year-old Berkley Bedell started selling his hand-tied flies made with hair clipped from the family dog in 1937. That was the beginning of the Berkley line of fishing tackle.

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Almost daily I am asked what I think about it, use braided main line when carp fishing. "NOTHING!" My answer would have gelautet a few years ago. For I was probably one of the biggest opponents of the cords. Far too great was the fear auszuschlitzen a fish due to lack of stretching.

But times are changing, I learned and changed my mind.

THE INSPECTION came about four years.

At that time I was fishing with my friend on small gravel points, set in large cabbage fields at a distance 150-200 m. After the first fishless night, we had to find that the assembly would get stuck in the weeds, although we had them stored neatly on the gravel. "Something is wrong," we thought and the next morning came the proof: A schuppi of about 10 kg was still hanging on the hook of an assembly and was stuck in a cabbage field. Yes, because what was wrong. Slept through the bite? The signaling device broken?

THE TEST brought us the assurance. We put a tail on ca.200m, I dived for the assembly and made a lead of about 5 m. In spite of sensitive settings remained silent signaling device and the Swinger remained in position.

WHAT TO DO?

The session was abruptly canceled and then brought the accursed braided cord. Very skeptical I returned to the water to test the new material. And lo and behold, suddenly came into my life bite indicator. I caught the fish that I had slept before. Totally unfounded was the fear auszuschlitzen fish. Despite strong 3 lb rods went fishing at this not lost a fish.

SO THAT SAY WHAT I WANT:

In the age of angling to be the wildest extreme distances used rigs and the latest Baits. Almost everyone has to be interpreted as a boat around the rods even further. But on the alarms to make just a few thoughts. At a distance of 300 m or 400 extends a Monofilschnur like a rubber band. Often the fish she has long been fixed in a hazard, to the bite (shown if necessary).

THE MATERIAL:

A major disadvantage of the braided cord is the strong boost. Marry a great distance, so problems arise. The cord is located on the surface. Wind and current cause a huge bow string, the twists in the worst case, even the assembly. Absenkbleie turn worsen the bite alarm. The next point is the bearing capacity and abrasion resistance. Easily cuts through a shell of woven rope. And the capacity information of the manufacturers are mostly wishful thinking. A quick jerk, a fast, powerful flight of a big fish and the knot is broken.

THE RESOLUTION:

After much trying, I have found the perfect combination for me. Fireline XDS of Berkley. It is round-braided, coated and sinks very well. I use the 0.19 and 0.23 mm in diameter, in combination with 30 m 0.50 or 0.60 mm monofilament shock cord. The mono-line has a very good abrasion resistance and offers in the final phase of the drill a lot of security through expansion and enormous capacity. Even with sunken wood comes the thick mono cope very well, they do not cut into the most sodden wood and clamp it can not move. In addition, the braided mainline is protected. A role filling should keep for 2-3 years. Thus, the high acquisition price has been paid back. A 10,000-Shimano roller holds up to 450 m or 650 m 0.23 0.19 mm XDS, plus 30 m 0.60 mm shock cord. I fish so easily to the distance of 500 m.

I think my installation as easy as possible. Safety Bolt Rigs with 280gr lead. Be careful, not everyone makes Bleiclip with this! My best experiences I made with clips from the new Expert Starbaits. These hold the heavy Leads surprisingly well. My Rigs I design in most cases, Snake Bite and SB 500 hooks the size of four Starbaits. Shelter Snake Bite I remove only the hair and tie a simple knotless rig. Thus, the rig is pretty stiff. A sinking hook bait and the thickness can come. Sometimes, the carp are far away from the camp, but never out of reach! Only in the cord margins should be careful, because the contact to the lead with a braided cord is very fast. And a warped mounting gives a good feeling. The drill of the fish is safest from a boat, which you need anyway for laying the rods. In the initial phase of the drills I do, if possible, little pressure until I'm over the fish. Then you can actually be trained very hard, as do the monofilament and the boat as a buffer. A bugbear with this angling is the wear of the shock cord.

She twisted very strong and must be frequently replaced. My consumption is enormous. But what does not do anything for the longed-catch with the Fox Horizon Pod?

The braided cord is certainly no all-round talent for all situations, but they can sometimes be crucial to the success or defeat. And if I now comfortable in my sleeping bag I do, I can be sure: The next carp certainly wakes me from the Trakker Specimen Brolly!

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