subject: Knowing The Fly Fishing Basics [print this page] Fishing is a popular hobby that if you do not already know someone who has a deep passion for it, you are probably not knowing enough people! This hobby is especially prevalent around the coastal area or a region with a lot of lakes. Fly fishing on the other hand, is not a new type of sport, it is just a variation of fishing that people has come to like.
While you might have the feeling that fly fishing could be difficult to pick up, do not be intimidated by it! Once you understand some of the basic you're good to go on your first fly fishing trip! This article will address some of the basics that can help you get started.
One of the very first things you'll need to understand is the reel and the rods used in these sort of fishing. The rods are generally taller and thinner and have a certain weight, which is different from your regular rods. So don't be surprise to find that some of the fly fishing rods are really heavy, especially those that are use to go to the sea for saltwater fish.
Another important thing to note is that when you're selecting the reel, make sure you're buying fly fishing reels and not just normal fishing reels. Ask the sales representative about the type of fly fishing reels before you purchase, make sure you get this right or else you will be posed with a difficult fishing trip ahead.
Another thing that differentiates fly fishing from normal fishing is the line used in fly fishing. These lines are usually larger and are usually visible, as compared to those normal lines which is usually invisible. When choosing your fishing lines, be sure to understands and take into account of the line floatability and weights, as it differs for different fishes.
In terms of lure, fly fishing usually employs artificial lures and not real living lures, and they are usually tied to the end of the tippet. That is just a monofilament line that you tie at the end of your fishing line. When choosing your lure, be sure to take into factor of what insects actually lives in that area, this way you will most likely have more success because the fishes will not be as suspecting when you choose to use the wrong type of lures.
