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It is important that you take proper care of your sea fishing tackle. It extends their life, prevents accidents that may result from their damage, and helps you enjoy the sport more.

Part of being a good fisherman is knowing how the proper maintenance of your sea fishing tackle is done. It is very, very important that you know how to take good care of your sea fishing tackle. After all, no matter how good a fisherman you are, your performance in the pursuit of the sport will only be as good as the condition of your fishing gear. The fact is that you cannot expect your fishing gear to be in good condition if you do not take good care of it.

When you fish at sea, you expose your tackle to seawater and the salty sea breeze. The salt from the water and the wind, if left alone, can cling to the plates and the insides of your reel. Eventually, the salt can corrode the metal the reel and the gears inside it are made of. Even if the reel plates are made of carbon composites, which do not get corroded by salt, the screws holding them together and the gears inside may not be made of the same stuff.

That is not all of it. The way you handle your sea fishing tackle also greatly affects its condition. If you drop your rod, it may get cracked or bent at an angle that skews its balance when you hold it. If you spool your line the wrong way, it can get misaligned. If you leave the line spooled in the reel even after you are done fishing, you are inviting corrosion on your reel.

Preventive maintenance of your sea fishing tackle is essential if you want to pursue fishing seriously. Taking good care of your fishing equipment not only extends their life but also enhances your enjoyment of the sport. It can also prevent accidents that may occur from a fishing rod breaking, the level wind on the reel snapping or the line fraying on the rod.

Preventive maintenance of your sea fishing tackle is easy. All you need to do is to wash your fishing rod with warm tap water right after you use it, and then dry it thoroughly before you store it away. Also, take the time to check the insides of the reel to see if there are corroding parts or debris lodged within. Oil the gears with lightweight oil specifically made for fishing reels to keep them in smooth, working order.

Another thing you should look at when checking on your sea fishing tackle are your rod guides. If your rod guides are worn out or cracked, they can cut your line when you are struggling with a big catch. You do not need to be told how disappointing that can get, losing a good catch because of a broken line. You may have to take your rod to a repair shop to get those guides fixed.

Taking proper care of your sea fishing tackle will help a lot in keeping your enjoyment level up as you go fishing out in the sea. Again, your excellence as a fisherman is only as good as the condition of your sea fishing tackle.



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The angler’s relationship with his equipment is a sacred one. Fishing tackle provides us with many hours of great fishing experience. In return, if we can spare but a few minutes to take care of it, we will be avoiding expensive trips to fishing shops for repairing and replacing equipment.

Maintaining fishing tackle is not a difficult task. It can easily be carried out by the most inexperienced of fishermen with materials that are easily available. What is usually lacking is the knowledge. This article aims to provide the novice fisherman with instructions and tips on how to care for his or her fishing tackle.

Fishing Reel

Fishing reel is one of the most delicate parts of fishing tackle because it is composed of moving parts. Regular maintenance and lubrication of fishing reels will greatly extend the lifespan of your fishing reel and ensure that it provides you with many hours of enjoyable fishing.

Always use freshwater to rinse out your reels, especially if you’ve been saltwater fishing. Dry the reel gently with a soft towel and use WD-40 or other similar sprays for lubrication, and to retard the effects of corrosion. Do not forget to put a drop or two of oil on your level wind gear.

Once in a while the reel should be carefully examined for nicks and cuts. Clear nail polish should be used to fill in any scratches on the reel. This is also a good moment to tighten the screws on your reel. This could make the crucial difference between your successfully landing a large catch, or your reel disintegrating under the strain.

If you are storing your fishing tackle for prolonged periods, it is also a good idea to loosen the drag on reel. This will prolong the life of the metal crush washers on the drag stack.

Fishing rods

Although fishing rods are probably the sturdiest part of fishing tackle, many rods have been broken by getting caught in doors, getting banged about in boats, or due to improper storage. Always take special care to ensure that your rod does not get involved in such unfortunate accidents.

Rods can also be periodically rinsed with freshwater to prolong their life. Do ensure that you dry them properly afterwards. The guides are the most delicate parts of fishing rods. These must be checked for snags by running a cotton tipped swab through and through. Always inspect the guides after saltwater fishing for signs of corrosion.

Fishing line

A fishing line is one of the most important parts of fishing tackle as your ability reel in fish depends on the strength and sensitivity of the line. When fighting a fish, the line tends to rub against rocks, logs, other fish, or hard objects. The consequent abrasions weaken the line. Hence it is very important to check for nicks and abrasions that weaken the line. If you find that a portion of the line is frayed, then it is a good idea to cut it off, rather than to have the line part when you are reeling in a good catch.

Monofilament line can also be damaged by prolonged exposure to excess sunlight or heat. Keep your fishing tackle in a cool, dry, shaded area when not in use. Avoid keeping fishing tackle in hot car trunks or in the back seat of the car where they are exposed to direct sunlight. Bulk line should also be stored in a cool and dark place.

Balance

A good fishing tackle should be well balanced. Always ensure that the rod, reel, line, and lure are compatible with each other. Do not use a light outfit with a heavy line or a heavy lure with a light outfit. Improperly balanced fishing tackle will not only be more susceptible to breakages and damages, but will also degrade your fishing performance.

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By: Robert Feuring

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Buying second-hand is a good alternative when you cannot afford brand new sea fishing tackle. But you should buy only from reliable sources and check the gear before you buy them.

A fisherman is only as good as his tackle, and so, if you plan on fishing out there at sea, you should only get the best sea fishing tackle for use when you pursue the sport. Treat your purchase of your sea fishing tackle as an investment, and it will greatly enhance your angling experience.

Unfortunately, good sea fishing tackle is not as cheap as we would like it to be, given the worsening economic conditions all over the world and the soaring prices that come along with it, including the cost of fishing gear. People who cannot afford brand new sea fishing tackle will have to go with second-hand ones that fit their budget.

Here is where the trouble begins: many inexperienced fishermen end up getting bad fishing gear or paying more than they should when buying second-hand. The case is always that they just took the word of the seller at face value and did not check the condition of the gear for themselves. Goodness knows how many conmen are out there looking for easy marks, and possible marks always include newbie anglers without a clue as to what kind of sea fishing tackle they ought to get.

Thus, if you are buying second-hand fishing equipment, always make sure to check the condition and the quality of the tackle itself. Let us take for example a second-hand fishing rod. A good fishing rod, whether it is brand new or previously used, will have a balanced feel in your hands, and it is a balance that should not be lost when you begin using it as you go sea fishing. Cracks on the rod and corrosion on the plates of the reel and on the spool will cause the fishing rod to lose its balance.

So, when buying second-hand sea fishing tackle, look out for nicks and cracks on the rod itself. It is easy to check the rod for damage – just run your fingers along its length and feel for nicks and cracks with your own skin.

Reels, on the other hand, are much trickier. You have to check the outer plating of the reels as well as the inside. Sea water is corrosive, and a good fisherman will always wash his reels with warm tap water after using them. Many modern fishing reels are made from carbon composites that resist corroding, but then again, you would never know if the reels are not corroded if you would not check them thoroughly. Check the outer plate and have the seller dismantle the reel so you could have a look at the inside. If the gears inside look rusty or worn out but the plates are still good, you can get the reel and just replace the gear.

The rule of thumb in buying second-hand sea fishing tackle is to buy them only from sources you find reliable, like an acquaintance who has quit fishing or the second-hand shelves of a fishing retailer. Also, always check the condition of the sea fishing tackle before taking out your wallet.



By: ian nicol

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