Fishing Tackle Boxes

When I talk to my fellow fishermen about clearance fishing tackle I get a varied response. Some say they buy clearance tackle because it’s cheap, whist some say they don’t even look at it because its old and outdated. As you can see there is already a two way argument. By buying clearance fishing tackle you are, still buying working fishing tackle, but according to the fishing professionals you are using outdated inadequate tools. But are you a professional fisher? If you are, then I suppose yes you should stay clear of the clearance isle. But it like most people, you fish for fun and enjoyment, then fishing clearance should be the better option.

My argument is that if you can afford to, then purchase top quality fishing tackle. If you cannot splash out on expensive tackle then the clearance tackle section is for you. The clearance tackle is very good for beginners who do not need to spend masses of money to get started. A simple rod, line, hooks and bait is all you really need to get started. You can save a lot of money instead of spending on those gimmick beginner sets that are not worth the money. You are better off spending a little bit more on a better fishing set. It is also clear to see that beginner sets are not normally found in the clearance section, on the grounds that there is always a demand for beginners to learn. Therefore, you could potentially save money by not buying the “rip-off” beginner sets and buy the standard fishing sets that are normally cheaper when found in the clearance fishing tackle sections.

Fishing tackle is fishing tackle. It has been designed to catch fish. With this argument in hand shouldn’t clearance tackle not be an issue? And should be bought with no hesitation? Ultimately it is up to the individual. But I believe that one can find really good bargains with clearance items. It is true to say you don’t need to have everything at full price. With some tackles you do not need to spend full price in order to see the results. In many clearance sections, fishing tackle boxes and fishing tackle wear is often reduced. These will not help you catch more and better fish. In this case I believe that it would benefit you more purchasing hooks and rod at full price when you can buy your tackle box, to store your expensive items and fishing gear at a reduced price.

This article shows that you do not have to purchase clearance tackle for all your fishing needs. You should buy clearance tackle and full price tackle that will benefit you. You do not need to spend masses amounts of money on tackle when what you need could be bought in the clearance section. On the other hand you should not restrict yourself to just buying clearance fishing tackle. The idea is to buy what you need that will benefit you and your fishing.



By: Tony Savour

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Fishing tackle is an important part of getting that badly desired fish. If you do not have the correct bait, equipment and conditions they may slip away into the depths of the water. With the fishing market booming there are many dealers that have a variety of products. Some are better than others are of course, but really you should just find what works best for you. The type of equipment and fishing tackle that you use; will mostly likely change with the different types of fish that you may be targeting.

There are however some very important tips that can help you have a successful fishing expedition. One of the first things to consider is the type of bait that you will use. This takes a bit of planning to get ready for your big day. The bait of course will depend on the type of fish that you are fishing for. Much bait can be purchased from the local market or can be brought from home. Baits range from salmon eggs, chicken livers to what is known as stink bait. Researching the biting habits of the intended fish can assist you in choosing the correct bait.

The next thing to consider with fishing tackle is the hook that holds the bait. There are several different sizes and again depends on the size of the fish. It is important to fish with the correct bait or you may not get a good hook. Hooks are numbered and the smaller the number the larger the hook. For example, you may want to use a size 8 for larger fish such as the big mouth bass. Smaller hooks should be used with fish such as catfish and bluegill.

Sinkers or weights are what allow your hook and line to sink into the water. If the hook stayed at the top of the water you would miss the bottom feeding fish. Many stay in the depths to avoid being your target! Sinkers also come in a variety of styles and weights and should be based on the type of rod and water conditions. It is a good idea to have a wide range of sinkers in the fishing tackle collection to ensure you always have what you need.

Visiting a local fishing or sporting good store can help you fill your fishing tackle box with all the equipment that you will need. Part of the skill of fishing is ensuring that you are prepared and have the right equipment. Fish will certainly not bite on an empty hook, so be prepared.



By: Paul Winter

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For more information on all aspects of fishing tackle, and to download a free guide, visit The Fishermans Guide

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If your sea fishing tackle gets broken because of constant wearing and tearing, you can repair it by yourself. It is simple and easy, and it can save you some money.

Just like anything else, sea fishing tackle can be worn down when you use it constantly, no matter how well you take care of it. So, when the guides on your fishing rod get detached or the tip breaks off, your choice is either to replace whichever part is broken or to buy a new rod. However, brand new sea fishing tackle can be a bit costly these days, so if your rod is not completely damaged, you should just replace what parts are broken and have it repaired.

Replacing a detached rod guide or repairing a rod tip is simple enough to do on your own. Thus, if you want to save some money on repairing your fishing rod, just buy the materials that you need and do the repairing yourself.

How to Replace Rod Guides

To replace the rod guides on your sea fishing tackle, you would need to buy new rod guides from your local sporting shop. Make sure that the guides you get are the same size as the ones you would be replacing.

To get this done, you would need to remove all the old threads that had held the rod guides on your tackle. And then, attach the new guides by wrapping new rod thread around the foot of the guide and the rod itself. Afterwards, you dab upon it a healthy coating of epoxy glue. Even clear nail polish can work if you do not have epoxy glue available at home.

How to Replace Rod Tips

As it is with broken rod guides, it would be necessary for you to buy a new rod tip in order to replace the one that was broken off your sea fishing tackle. Again, you can get it from your local sporting shop; just be sure that your new rod tip will be able to fit the hole on your fishing rod.

Once you have your new rod tip, roughen its surface with sandpaper in order to make gluing it a lot easier. So you can be certain that your new tip will hold on your fishing rod, scrape away the old threads and old glue that held your old tip on your rod.

After you are done with working on the tip and the rod, get a stick of ferrule cement and melt it down. Swab the melted ferrule cement on both the tip and the rod and then glue the parts of your sea fishing tackle together. Be sure that these two parts are aligned correctly before the glue becomes dry.

If DIY Is Not Your Style

Replacing the broken parts of your sea fishing tackle is simple enough to do on your own. It is also a good way of saving a few dollars on the necessary repairs that you need to do to keep your fishing rod in good working order. However, if do-it-yourself is not your style, you can always take your sea fishing tackle to your local repair shop and shell out a few quid to get these repairs done.



By: ian nicol

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For excellent sea fishing tackle why not visit our online fishing tackle shop

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One of the best things about Korda fishing tackle is that you can find so much information on it before your try or buy the tackle, Korda strive to give anglers as much information as they possibly can so that their products will be used to the best of there abilities and will maintain a high standard in the industry. The amount of information that Korda provides for its anglers is of very high quality and is very informative for all anglers.

Korda fishing tackle ranges are extensive to say the least and offer very high quality products for reasonable prices. The Korda fishing tackle ranges from rigs to leads to systems and all of them live up to anglers expectations and have the durability needed with your fishing tackle gear.

One good thing about Korda fishing tackle is that they believe “why should you have different sizes for each part of your gear”, this is a great philosophy because they make one size for all and make each bit of your gear interchangeable so that you do not have to spend more money on different size equipment than you need as one size fits all with Korda.

Another great philosophy that Korda undertakes is that they will check their products all the time checking for quality and design, where if the Korda fishing tackle would not be used by them themselves, it will not be shipped out to customers as they use the “I wont use, I wont sell” method.

All of the Korda fishing tackle range has been developed by anglers for anglers so you can guarantee that when purchasing a piece of equipment from them you are buying quality goods that many happy anglers have used as well as you.

You can probably tell so far that Korda want to make sure that their products are at the best standard and of the highest quality, but also because of what I said at the start about the information they provide, it edges them in front of the competition even further. The information available on Korda fishing tackle is extensive and ranges from pamphlets to DVDs. Because of all this information which they have strived to make available customers feel a lot more secure and happy because they always get quality products along with the correct information to use it.

Because korda do not just use a couple of anglers to go out and use their tackle but carefully select some of the most knowledgeable anglers around the country, that have so many different fishing styles, you know that your Korda fishing tackle is going to be used correctly no matter what fishing style you have as there is always information made available for it.

I hope that this article has helped you in your choices and maybe even gets you closer to deciding where you are going to get your next piece of fishing tackle from, as quality is a priority for you the angler.



By: James Baxer

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With prices going up on almost everything these days I see it more and more worthwhile buying clearance fishing tackle. In my argument fishing tackle is made and designed to catch fish. There is no need to worry about buying cheap, clearance tackle if you believe it may not be up to the job. You are wrong my friend, wrong. Like I said fishing tackle is fishing tackle and will always be used to catch fish, be it a year old or 3 years old. The designer designed the tackle to do the job. This is why you do not need to worry about buying clearance tackle. I see it more as a better investment and is cheaper than buying newer tackles, which ultimately does the same jobs.

In regards to online purchasing, fishing tackle is much cheaper on the whole then in stores. So firstly I would invest my money online rather than the stores. On many occasions by buying a lot online retailers often wave the postage and packaging. With online shopping becoming more and more popular retailers are able to lower their prices, which for us is another bonus. Now we can come to the clearance fishing tackle section. As you may know there is no difference between the clearance fishing tackle section and the rest of the store, in regards to catching fish. The only simple difference is that the clearance stock is usually older, but still works fine, that is it.

With more of a selection of fishing tackle online at a cheaper rate it is clear to see why already it is a better investment to shop online. By shopping online for clearance tackle you are buying already reduced tackle (at online prices) for even less. The amount of discount online stores give in accordance with high street stores is incomparable. In my local store I saw an Imax Flotation Suit (XL size) selling for £69.00. Online I found it for £60.00, a saving of ten pounds. When looking online further I found the exact same suit in the clearance fishing tackle section for £29.00. That is a over £70 saving when one compares it with my local high street tackle shop.

From what has been seen in this example, when comparing between high street stores and online stores is it possible to see a huge savings can be made. However, when one looks at online stores and clearance fishing tackle sections on website it is possible to see that even more saves can be found. This therefore shows that you can easily save money on fishing tackle and by shopping online you can potentially save a lot of money indicating to all that clearance fishing tackle is the better investment



By: Tony Savour

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Pike and predator fishing are hot in the fishing world today. Those new, fresh forms of fishing offer great action and excitement and dop away with any misunderstandings from the part of sceptics who think fishing is always slow and stationary. Here’s a detailed overview for the recreational pike or predator fisherman who is interested in having a thrilling day out.

Pike and predator fishing are hot in the fishing world today. Those new, fresh forms of fishing offer great action and excitement and dop away with any misunderstandings from the part of sceptics who think fishing is always slow and stationary. Here’s a detailed overview for the recreational pike or predator fisherman who is interested in having a thrilling day out.

For over 40,000 years, man has continued to perfect all the techniques and tricks of fishing on all types of fish in a succesful and efficient way. Whether it is practiced as a hobby or as a source of nutrition, fishing continues to be a increasingly attractive trend that is greatly documented. All these techniques are featured in a wide array of fishing books, that every recreational fisher owes himself to take a look at to improve his fishing skills. Also the newest trends like pike tackle fishing are featured in the newest books and publications on fishing.

Then it is time to gather all your gear and go out to the creek or pond nearby. Make sure you always have a great time out there. Don’t forget to relax and enjoy the day out. The practice of fishing should always be more important than the end result and the sucess rate. The most renowned fishermen will agree with this so never take their advice too lightly!

Of course, It is incredibly important to get the right fishing stuff in your bag before you go out. Don’t hesitate to ask advice at the local pike fishing tackle shop, as these shop owners more often than not have a great deal of experience in fishing. Pike fishing tackle shops and the advice they give to the customer are very important when going out for a day of recreational pike or predator fishing. The internet is always a good alternative when you can’t go to the shop, but be critical of any information you may find. It could be not as accurate as what you local fishing expert will tell you about the subject, so always take great care.

A suitable pike fishing tackle is without a doubt a key feature of any fisherman’s gear. Pike fishing tackles come in all types and sizes, so try to look up which one is the best for you in fishing books or ask advice in a pike fishing tackle shop. Some tackles or more suitable for beach fishing, while others are preferable for other uses. Also, different types of fish can dictate the need for a different type of pike fishing tackle. Other key items include, seat boxes, reserve rods and reels, bedchairs and other fishing accesories that will allow you to have the best possible fishing experience. Good luck!



By: Daniel Lafferty

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For over 30 years The Friendly Fisherman has been at the forefront of the Pike and Predator tackle market, with our knowledge we have helped many anglers target their predator species.

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With more and more online stores being developed specifically for fishing tackle, more importantly; fly fishing tackle it is clear to see that online stores are beginning to cater for a variety of different people. With a new generation of cyber shoppers and surfers, fishing tackle shops have to keep up with modern technology and move online. With the power of online sales shops instantly open themselves up to a new world of consumers and therefore have to cater for them. This is why I believe that online fly fishing tackle stores are beginning to cater for all peoples.

When it is said catering for all, the phrase entails professional fishermen to amateur and even beginners. When looking at online fly fishing tackle stores it is possible to see that there is an extensive range of tackles to be bought. The reason why there is such a large variety of different tackle stock is because online stores have a much larger captive catchment area than a small high-street store would. Online stores have the potential power to sell their stock to the whole world, not just a town. Based solely on this reason online tackle shops have to have a variety of different stocks that would be catered for all.

By looking online at a particular website I found a section dedicated purely for fly fishing tackle as well as other different fishing tackle sections. By having a large section dedicated to just one aspect of fishing clearly demonstrates that this website is very well stocked and is trying to cater for all. When looking at this section I found 15 categories supplying different aspects of fly fishing tackles ranging from advanced branded tackles such as Donegal flies to a huge variety of fishing reels and even to books that teach beginners and even amateur fishermen about fly fishing tackles and how to fish.

By having many different dedicated sub- sections within the fly fishing tackle section means that it is very easy to find what you are looking for and also for the company to update its stocks. By being highly organised these online stores are quick and easy to use with sections designed specifically for beginners so that that they are not confused when looking through what seems to be an endless list of different tackles for different types of fishing.

By stocking large amounts of different tackles means that fishermen are able to choose from a wide variety of different fishing stocks. Furthermore by clearing showing what types of fly fishing tackles these online stores are organised which means that it is easy to find exactly that you want. By having such large sections of different stock, that are highly organised means that it is easy for different types of fishermen are all catered for. This is a major benefit as unlike high street stores that have smaller amounts of tackle online stores offer the customer to look for exactly what they want and need what click of a button.



By: David Kensington

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What is fishing tackle? When I was first asked this question I simply thought it was just the bait. I was wrong. Fishing tackle consists of everything that makes up fishing, be it the fishing pole, the wire, reel and nets. Fishing tackle is constantly changing with new and improved tackles that promise better results from that of previous methods and tools used. This shows that fishing is a progressive sport that is constantly improving.

In the past fishing tackle consisted of just a line and a hook. When one looks at how fishing is carried out today, it is possible to see a great deal of change has occurred. For instance, the fishing poles themselves are becoming lighter and more durable that cope with the strain of the fish, where before the pole may have snapped. Today’s state of the art poles can bend more than 70 degrees and still retain their shape weighing no more than four kilograms. With the development of fishing poles, comes the increase in costs. Fishing poles have a wide price range of anything from twenty pounds to an excess of 6 thousand. The more expensive poles as already discussed are more durable, yet lighter, which add up to the perfect combination of catching the best fish.

Bait, which is also a fishing tackle, has also improved over time. In the case of live bait, red coloured grubs are used instead of grey grubs. It has been found that they attract more fish due to their bright colours. This shows the advancement in fishing tackle with the type of baits used.  With artificial bait, thin brightly coloured fake fish were used in the past that shone and moved in the water, attracting fish. This fishing tackle was improved with the development of lights used as bait. Modern methods of fishing are carried out by placing small LEDs in fish shaped, coloured plastics. This new method of fishing attracts a lot more fish then the pervious methods of artificial bait as the blinking light attracts the fish to the hook. Another positive attribute that artificial baits bring, is that live animals such as small fish or worms do not get harmed. Artificial baits will save you money in the long term as you simply buy them once and that is it. They are also usually cheaper than some live bait such as small fish etc. However they are sometimes more expensive then grubs and maggots.

With the development of the internet fishing, tackle has become much cheaper to buy online and from my own personal experience it would be wise to make an investment online rather than go to a shop, unless you are a beginner of course.

By using different fishing tackles and different fishing techniques it is possible to see that there are many different ways to fish. It is also important to note how fishing tackles have changed over time to become more effective at catching fish. In the future there are endless ways in which fishing tackle can be improved. With the development of sonar’s that detect larger fish (mainly used in sea fishing) and lasers that can catch fish, it is possible for one to see that fishing techniques will be constantly changing in order for it to become easier to catch fish.



By: Tony Savour

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You have your fishing rod, you have your bait. Let’s go fishing! No my friend, you are mistaken. When I first started fishing many years ago, this is what I believed was the necessary apparatus. I was wrong. I went to my local fishing tackle shop and was quickly told that I needed: good quality fishing wire, fishing hooks, a fishing reel, nets, rigs and lures, floats, the list goes on. I quickly realised that the cheap rod and bait I believed I needed turned into an expensive investment that cost me well over four hundred pounds!

Luckily for you, you have what you are using now: the internet. As you may have known, or should know, shopping online is much cheaper then shopping in your high street. This is why I urge you to shop online for your fishing tackle. With more and more people shopping online, fishing tackle websites are significantly cheaper then fishing tackle shops. I have seen on many websites special deals such as buy one get one free hooks. One deal I came across was selling a Berkley B1 12 FT carp rod 2.75lb at a significantly reduced price from£219.99 to £119.99, that is a one hundred pound saving! Deals like this should not be missed. I have never in my life witnessed that much discount on an item in a store, unless the item has become redundant. The deals I have found are not simply selling redundant stock; they are being sold as special offers. Theses offers are constantly changing, which enables one to buy many types of fishing tackle at reduced prices.

It is also important for one to consider the price at which fishing tackle is increasing. With technological developments of fishing tackle such as LED baits that blink to attract fish, fishing tackle is becoming more expensive. Even though these new types of fishing tackle are improved and are proven to catch more fish, I feel that the price they are charging does not reflect how useful they would be. I have still been able to catch fish in the past, the fact that I have these new technologies at my disposal means I have catch a few more fish, but ultimately I still catch a fish if I don’t use these new innovations. If you are the more serious fisherman who prides himself on the amount of fish caught, then it would be in your best interest to purchase more expensive types of fishing tackle. However if you are more of a amateur, it would be right to say that you would be better off using the more simpler, cheaper fishing tackles. 

The general fact that online stores are beginning to sell more than local stores is why their tackle is priced lower then means that it is financially better to shop online then stores. This is why I say, be you a professional or amateur fisherman the online route for your fishing tackle is the way to go if you want to save money and untimely catch more fish.



By: Tony Savour

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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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