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A land where you can hope to snag a hundred lb sailfish using unique gear, where sports fishing charters are available for a wide range of cities located along the coastline (Miami, Pompano & Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale, to name a few) and great fishing adventures an everyday story - that's the South Florida sport fishing trip for you!!

The Gold Coast in south Florida sport fishing trips area does live up to its name and provides fishermen many opportunities to reel in big Barracudas, Swordfish (known as the gladiator of the sea) and other species like the Mackerel, Kingfish and Amberjack. Of course, those looking out for different fishing holiday with customized fishing gear and tackle routine can rest their claims for fun on hoping to reel in the mighty sailfish - with a record 110 lbs of baggage it carries, it makes for a fine fishing tale!

Inventive anglers are known to play their best lures to snare a sailfish, as old hand at the fishing reel: Captain Vinnie LaSorsa of the GoodFellas Fishing Charters fame is known to do - sailfish reeled in by kite! The kite reeled in a mighty sailfish to Captain LaSorsa and crew-members who'd been luring the fish with live bait hanging from fishing kites, which had suspended hooks skimming the top of the waters; this action created rippling sound waves that attracted the big fish (tuna is also susceptible) and thus the story was told.

However, fishing for the big ones like the Sailfish and Tuna does call upon a huge amount of energy for the fisherman and a hearty breakfast is recommended before setting out to sea - for the sailfish is the hardiest saltwater fish to capture. Those who are not convinced can move on to grappling with sharks on the reel, we say!

And if you take us seriously, then it's Captain Mark the Shark, located out of Miami Beach, that you need; he knows all the varieties - be it the Hammerhead, Bull shark, or the Thresher, he's one skipper that has the reputation of holding a world record for reeling in these predators of the sea.

On the score of fishing tackle, when on a South Florida sport fishing trip, you can take the expert guidance of an experienced fisherman to differentiate between the different kinds of fishing rods, reels and baits best suited for deep sea fishing in waters known to him. These are namely, Penn Formula 2-speed reels, Black Bart Extreme Breakfast Teaser lures, saltwater fishing rods from the Shimano Tallus family and the Illand Black Hole lure. So, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing gear and fishing holes both when on a South Florida sport fishing trip that can be limited to a day-trip or a close-to-shoreline one (e.g. Fort Lauderdale has fish a couple of mile off the coastline).

Thus, we find that booking a South Florida Sport fishing trip is not only the best way to get some outdoor angling fun but more great tips can be added to the avid angler's fund of knowledge by looking up the The South Florida Sport Fishing magazine and women to have their own contest here, called the Senorita Shootout. This is organized in Miami and Fort Lauderdale and women are known to catch all species of fish - from Blackfin Tuna to kingfish and the Wahoo. All types of timelines available for charters!

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Rapala Collectibles Limited 1st Edition Fishing Figurine 'Jim's Bait'

Rapala Collectible First Edition Figurine named Jim's Bait. Jim's Bait is part of the Tackleshop Series. This figurine comes with it's own Certificate of Authenticity and in it's original box. It can either lat flat or hung on the wall. It is 7 inches wide. This work is issued in a strictly limited edition of 3000 after which the master mold will be destroyed to preserve the integrity of the edition. Get them while you still can, before it's too late! NOTE: THIS DOES NOT COME WITH A DISPLAY STAND (ON THE BACK OF THE BOX IT SAYS IT COMES WITH A STAND BUT IT DOES NOT)

Top Water fishing for Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass is my passion! Its great fun and exciting to watch the bait getting annihilated right before my eyes!

Unlike other Bass fishing techniques, top water fishing is in a 'league' of its own. It is all sight and sound. Taking your eyes off your bait could mean a lost fish. Don't worry; the sound of the water exploding when the Bass engulfs the bait will wake you, pronto!

In my opinion, top water Bass fishing requires two basic rod techniques and two fishing styles- the twelve o'clock and the six o'clock.

The 'twelve o'clock' technique is with the rod in front of you, tip to the sky. The 'twelve' o'clock is great for thick, tough Bass terrain which requires weedless top water baits such as frogs or rats. A medium heavy or heavy 6'6" or 7' rod will suffice. I like the 6'10" Quantum Tour P.T heavy action, but it is the length here that shines for good castability. Cast it out and work it back slowly over the thick of it. Pumping or twitching with this rod technique will help keep the bait free of debris. Walking a weedless cigar shaped bait, such as Snag Proof's Water Demon, will work just as well using the twelve o'clock method. Just remember to twitch front to back while reeling in slack line. Work the Buzz bait with the same rod positioning. The only exception is a medium action 6'6" to 7' rod. You really want elasticity to get the Buzz bait out there and a good back bone to get the fish to the boat.

In the 'six o'clock' rod technique, the rod is in front of you with the tip just above the water surface. This is a great method for open water and somewhat weedless circumstances. 'Chugging' the cup faced baits and 'walking the dog' with cigar baits are a snap with this technique. Hold the rod like a golf club, directly in front of you, with the rod tip down above the water surface. The positioning is comfortable and can save the back from aching afterwards. It requires a smaller rod. How much smaller depends on the height of the angler plus the height of the casting platform from the water surface. For example, I am 5'6" tall and for me a 5' rod is perfect for the 'chugging' or 'walking the dog' of surface baits. A medium action 4'9" Shimano Crucial is a good choice for a rod if your height is in my range.

Working the rod at six o'clock requires just a slight twitch of the wrists for 'walking the dog'. This technique also puts the angler in a good position for power stroking the rod and really pushing water to wake up the Bass. When a fish takes the bait simply pull up to set the hook and bring it home!

Everyone has their own methods and techniques for fishing top water. These simple rod tactics work for me, but whatever feels right for you is what is important here. Through trial and error I have found that the 'twelve' and 'six' o'clock rod positioning gives me the best results. As far as reels go, well, that depends entirely on the individual angler. For my outings, a 6:2:1 gear ratio baitcast is my choice. You be the judge!

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Before I get into this, lets just understand that I consider any jig 1/4oz or larger to be heavy. Catch 10,000 bass or so on a 1/16, 1/8 and 3/16oz jigs and you would also. When fishing heavy jigs, I abandon the realm of spinning tackle and move up to stout bait casting gear. This is necessary to transport your offering to nasty places and to get it back. I normally do not skip with a bait casting rod. It can be done but you must have an extremely educated thumb to prevent backlashes. I use Shimano reels exclusively. I go with either a Scorpion 1001 or a Calais Antares 101.

Contrary to many other anglers, I do not use a very heavy line 10 or 12lb line fills the bill for me and can handle most situations. I like Hybrid line. Gamakatsu G-Lock is also very good for flipping. I have used Vanish fluorocarbon and I like it also. It has great abrasion resistance. I only tie my jigs on with a palomar knot. I feel this is the strongest most reliable knot anyone can tie. I rely on Kistler Helium rods. I prefer a medium action rod. The lighter line and medium action rod make this a light line method when compared to the 25 and 20lb test many guys are using. Ive been doing a ton of flipping with a 6-6 ML rod and Scorpion 1001 reel. I usually do not go above a 3/16oz jig but it is a dynamite combo. It is sheer fun. Ive never broken a rod while fishing jigs.

Targeting Bass

I can flip, I can Skip, I can pitch. Which is best? Do what works for you. I am more effective skipping with a spinning rod so I usually do not skip with bait casting rods. My presentation is a cross between flipping and pitching. It is a kind of under hand lob low to the water that may be skipping-like in reality. When the bait hits the water, there is very little disturbance.

I am always searching for targets to hit. I will drop jigs into places many guys wont. You cant worry about losing a bait. If you do, you will handicap yourself mentally. Putting jigs in tough places can mean the difference between catching a horse and casting practice. I hit my targets from many different angles. This gives the fish a presentation it may not have seen. I see far too many guys drop a jig on a stump once or twice only to move on. I do not fish my jig back to the boat. Once I feel I have saturated the target, I reel in and cast again.

Strikes range from a mushy weighty feeling to an unmistakable chomp. I learned to fish jigs by forcing myself to only take them with me while fishing. I learned early on to discern what the jig felt like on the end of my line. Anything lighter or heavier was surely a bass. This is what I have come to name Weighing the line. I learned what a 3/16oz jig feels like in the water. This strategy has helped me learn complex techniques and has definitely made me a better, more consistent angler.

Lets talk about hook sets. If you are fishing a jig correctly, you will have very little slack line. It is a contact bait in which an angler must know what it is doing at all times. This makes for instantaneous hook sets and excellent sensitivity. If you feel something out of the ordinary, swing on it, hook sets are free. I set my hook hard over my right shoulder. It is violent, it is lightning quick and it gets the job done. I notice that very few anglers get the gist of the hook set in most applications. There is no pussy footing around here, set it like you mean it or go home empty handed. There really is no style to it, just speed and power.

Detecting a strike will come as a natural feeling in time and with practice. The time it takes you to detect a strike and swing on it is the difference between hooking up and getting beaned in the head by your jig. A jig is made of metal and silicone. A bass will rarely hold on to it for a long period of time. Scent and salt may help increase the odds by a half second or so but it is important to set up as soon as you detect the strike.

Rattles

Rattles may give the angler an advantage when the water is murky or cold. I prefer to fish without rattles 95% of the time. When I use them, I prefer the strap type of collar so the rattles hang down in the skirt. This way they do not impede with my hook set. One little trick I employ is to add a small piece of sponge on the hook shank. I spray it with a bit of garlic or craw scent. I think it at least gives me the confidence to be more effective.

A jig is a contact bait. It is built be used in nasty places and it is strong enough to wrestle big bass out of them. Many guys make the mistake of not attempting to penetrate deep into cover with them. By failing to do this, they decrease their chances for success. Youve got to get into the places where these fish live.

Although I am a light tackle jig guy by nature, Im smart enough to realize that heavy jigs definitely have a place in my arsenal. On the other side of it, dont just use heavier baits. You will be pleasantly surprised when you tie on a light jig n pig.

Craig DeFronzo has written over 300 articles that are bass fishing related within the past decade for several of the top bass fishing web sites and periodicals. He is the author of over 12 books and eBooks on bass fishing and is the creator of Micro Munch Tackle. He started a small bait company based on the belief that unique custom tackle would be more appealing to bass that are continuously bombarded by the same commercial baits every day. Custom baits and lighter tackle have helped him achieve success in competition. For more information on custom handmade baits and more articles and Craig's ebooks visit http://micromunchtackle.com/

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All avid anglers will find the need for the perfect sport fishing boat a difficult to pass up idea and so we are here to help you narrow down this search for you by guiding you through the deal of where to find it and what factors to consider.

Do not hurry over making the final decision as you should invest time into the hunt for the ideal sports fishing boat into which, you will also be sinking in good money; thus, look closely at the different categories of fishing boats, the facilities that come aboard it and the various sleek and practical designs for your needs. There are a few basic types of sport fishing boats in the market and depending on the kind of fish you are aiming to catch, you can decide on the vessel that will best meet your sailor?s needs for those particular waters!

Some popular categories of Sport Fishing Boats include:-

1. Boats for Freshwater Fishing
2. Boats for Offshore saltwater fishing
3. Boats for Inshore saltwater fishing
4. Bass Fishing boats
5. and Float tubes

From the above mentioned category of sport fishing boats, the most practical and versatile range of boats are the Freshwater kinds; these can be used in all kinds of fresh waterways and help you avoid the cost and manageability of owning a large boat. Typically made of Aluminum or fiberglass, these boats weigh less and are easy to operate for shorter fishing trips while the offshore saltwater sport fishing boat is heavier, with stronger motor force backing it. This variety has many models, including an electric and a convertible one; the inshore saltwater vessel, on the other hand, is great for fishing Bonefish, Snook, redfish, Tarpin and others and consist of one outboard motor with a an option for a deck.

Coming to the category of Bass fishing boats: these are best suited for more experienced anglers and reserved for contests as such, riding low on waterways and moving with a speed that requires experts to cast lines that win them tournaments with a timely catch! These come with dual platforms to make quick work of casting a line! Float tubes are simple floating devices with space for a fisherman?s seating and that allows for partial submersion into the waters, so the angler can steer around a limited area easily and also have access to an air chamber.

What amenities to look out for in Best Sport Fishing Boats

While there are many types of sport fishing boats, from basic to budget to luxury models that can be designed according to buyer specifications, the wide range of boating accessories (fishing chairs, deck stackable gear, easy store motors and Digi- depth finders etc.) increase the value of the particular model! Other features in best sport fishing boats may include latest music playing and swimming platforms, stowage areas under seats and the floor, built-in insulated coolers and covered patios and decks on the boat!

Top of the Line Sport Fishing Boat Makers you can depend on for quality products include big names like L.L. Bean, Attwood, Bennett Marine, Pelican, Luhr Jensen, Redington, Centurion, Quantum, Ed Curmings, Shimano, Tohatsu, Berkley, C.E. Smith, T-H Marine, Sevylor and Berkley.

Also check out the customer service options these leading manufacturers offer on range of boat designs and convenience of delivery.

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Shimano Tiagra 80 W Big Game Fishing Reel Cover New

Keeping your tackle safe and secure is very important to fisherman. This gear was designed to help you prevent any unnecessary loss of tackle during a day on the water. Protect your reels with Shiamno's new neoprene reel covers. All sides made of neoprene to help absorb the bumps and scratches. Design allows for reel covers to be mounted while the reel is on or off the rod. All sides made out of 5mm neoprene # Gold logo and stitches over shiny black fabric match the color of Tiagra reels and Tallus rods.# All reel covers fit perfectly to specific size of Tiagra reels.

Currently there are many types of bicycles available. Even so, the standard safety bicycle design developed in the 1800's is the basis of our current bicycle designs. The types of bicycle most commonly used today are mountain bikes, cruisers, touring bicycles, racing bikes, BMX's and utility bikes. The class a bicycle falls in hinges on a number of elements; style of construction, number of passengers, gearing and propulsion.

Mountain bicycles were intended for trail and mountain riding where the terrain is tough. The frames are constructed to resist the rough treatment of riding in natural settings. In addition, special tires and gearing make it easier for riders to get the power they require to keep moving.

BMX bicycles are another unique style. These cycles usually have little 16 - 24 inch traction treaded tires. They are small framed, making them easier to maneuver and much faster. BMX bikes are usually used for racing and even for doing fantastic tricks.

Racing cycles are designed for road cycling and they are all about speed. They're light weight and have excellent handling. Racing bicycles use drop handlebars, positioned lower than the saddle. This puts the riders body in the best possible aerodynamic posture. The closeness of the derailleur gear ratios permit the rider to pedal at the most effective cadence.

Touring bikes are unique in that they have racks mounted on them to carry the riders gear. These racks are attached to the frame of the bicycle in front and back. The wheel base is also longer than on a standard bike, which makes it able to carry more weight. Also, features such as wider tires and additional water bottle mounts are commonly incorporated.

Tandem bicycles carry two or more passengers at once. Tandem refers to the way the seats of the bicycle are set up, and not to the number of passengers it will carry. All the passengers of a tandem bike pedal, providing power. In most tandem set ups, the front rider controls the steering just like in a standard bicycle.

Low rider bicycles are normally home-built, extraordinary customized bikes. They have normally got an old-school curled banana seat with a extremely tall sissy bar. Ape-hangers are the norm for handlebars, giving the bicycle a "chopper" look & feel. They're normally chromed to the limit and have glittery, high spoke-count wheels.

Recumbent bikes & trikes are designed so that the rider is reclining back in a low-statured position. Also commonly referred to as 'bents. The seat supports the passengers back and the legs are extended forward to the pedals. The seat and pedals are usually at the same height. Tires used on recumbents are commonly smaller and farther apart than they are on an upright bike. Recumbents can be guided using either over- or under- seat steering.

There are other types of human powered vehicles referred to as "bikes" too. Though they are not technically regarded as bicycles, they work on the same general principles. They include unicycles, tricycles and quadracycles. Fun to ride, no doubt, none of these styles are used very often.

Despite the multitude of bicycles that are commercially available, there are always those that want to construct their own. Building a bicycle, trike, or tandem at home is fun and not awful hard. In fact, nearly anybody with a can-do attitude, a a couple of tools and some simple instruction could build a decent bicycle.

Bike building can be done in a shed or garage and it's an excellent small project. For individuals that want a custom-made bike without the custom built cost it's an excellent choice. The bicycle you make could bring back a old-time style or lead the pack into the future of bike construction.

Whether you decide to ride a factory built bicycle or a unique custom bike, the important thing is to get out there and ride! Next time, we'll discuss the important topic of bicycle safety.

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K.L. "Vin" Hayes guides a team of autonomous authors and investigators. Over the last decade, they have worked in concert to produce quality digital reissues of vintage documents & books as well as original works. Vin specializes in how-to information that includes a wide variety of matters such as hunting & fishing, hobbies & crafts, self-improvement, construction and a great deal.

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Shimano Tiagra 30 Big Game Fishing Reel Cover New

Keeping your tackle safe and secure is very important to fisherman. This gear was designed to help you prevent any unnecessary loss of tackle during a day on the water. Protect your reels with Shiamno's new neoprene reel covers. All sides made of neoprene to help absorb the bumps and scratches. Design allows for reel covers to be mounted while the reel is on or off the rod. All sides made out of 5mm neoprene # Gold logo and stitches over shiny black fabric match the color of Tiagra reels and Tallus rods.# All reel covers fit perfectly to specific size of Tiagra reels.

Lake Musconetcong is located in northern New Jersey, between Sussex and Morris counties. It is actually part of Hopetcong State Park, and doesn't receive the notariety of its bigger brother Hopetcong or Greenwood Lake or any of the central Jersey waters. Yet, it is one of the best bass waters in northern New Jersey

Years ago, this area was just swampland. It was flooded a long time ago to allow coal transporting barges to make their way to New York City along the Morris canal system. Efforts are being made right now, by the Lake Musconetcong Regional Planning Board, to insure that nature does not reclaim the land as a swamp. Their goal is to preserve the lake's recreational capabilities, bass fishing being one of them. They dredge the lake each year and perform weed harvesting. Even so, in the late spring, the weed growth in Musconetcong is very heavy. Thick mats of vegetation grow almost to the surface in most of the lake, and there are large boulders mixed in this, which makes fishing with a bass boat hard to say the least. More than one trolling shaft and outboard prop have been broken here.

You won't see a lot of boaters, anglers, and water skiers here. The lake does not receive the publicity the other lakes do. In fact, even in the spring and summer on weekends, surprisingly few people will be on the water at any one time. The lake is open to the public and has a good launching ramp. It is located right in the town of Netcong. It is a beautiful 329 acre lake loaded with a variety of cover and some real nice bass.

There are reasons for the lack of traffic on Musconetcong. For one, it is pretty shallow. It's average depth is about 4 feet, with the deepest water being only 6 feet. Since the bottom of the lake gets a lot of sunlight, there is tremendous weed growth. In fact, this lake is probably the "weediest" you'll see in this region. The shallow water also allows for rapid warming and cooling of the water compared to deeper lakes, so Musconetcong is usually a few weeks ahead of the other lakes in its seasonal warming and cooling. The daily temperature changes are more pronounced.

For the bass, this is an ideal habitat. There is a lot of food and cover to hide in. The bass we catch in Musconetcong are usually about 2 1/2 to 3 pounds on average, and some much bigger have been taken. It is not unusual at all to catch 8-10 bass in the 3 pound range, and one 5 pounds or over on a good day. Last year, we even took a 6 1/4 pounder from here.

LURES AND EQUIPMENT

You should have plenty of weedless lures at Musconetcong. Tournament frogs, Bass Rats, Top-Props, and weedless spoons, along with Senkos and worms rigged Texas style are a must. There are some open pockets where you can cast some buzzbaits early in the year, but they disappear quickly as the water starts to warm. Most of the time, we rig the plastics without any weight, as the grass is just too thick. It is actually counterproductive because the water is only 4-5 feet deep. We like to use a spinning rod in 6 - 6 1/2 foot lengths in medium actions and a 6-8 pound test Stren line. In the baitcasters, we use a 7', med/hvy action rod, such as a G. Loomis Crankin' Stick and a Shimano Chronarch, spooled with 20-25 pound test Stren or Spiderline.

LOCATIONS

The best areas to work these lures is the edges of the lily pads, right in with the frogs and rats, and the edges of the thick slop and mats of grass that accumulate on the surface. If you get there early in the year, you can learn where all the boulders and underwater objects are, which will aid your boating and fishing later. It is also worth searching the small drop-offs or depressions, many of which are right in the middle of the heavy grass. These areas will concentrate the fish, and at times we catch several from a small area before moving on.

Two areas that are really good are the edges of one small island, and the length of the tow path used by the old barge system. If you picture a line drawn from the public ramp to the far side, passing through a point about midway between the island and the right hand shore, you'll have a good idea of where it is.

Some other good baits to try in Musconetcong are soft plastic jerk baits like a "Sizmic Flu-Go or Toad", Bearpaws Jerkbaits, or Sluggos and Bass Assassins. All in all, Musconetcong is a good time lake for all. Hopefully, it will be there for many years to come. Practice catch, photo, and release and you can assure the future of fishing and Lake Musconetcong for everyone.

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Shimano Tiagra 30 W Big Game Fishing Reel Cover New

Keeping your tackle safe and secure is very important to fisherman. This gear was designed to help you prevent any unnecessary loss of tackle during a day on the water. Protect your reels with Shiamno's new neoprene reel covers. All sides made of neoprene to help absorb the bumps and scratches. Design allows for reel covers to be mounted while the reel is on or off the rod. All sides made out of 5mm neoprene # Gold logo and stitches over shiny black fabric match the color of Tiagra reels and Tallus rods.# All reel covers fit perfectly to specific size of Tiagra reels.

Accurate casting is an essential part of modern Carp Fishing. I looked in a earlier piece about distance fishing, but at all ranges precision is crucial for consistent results. You need to be able to place your baited rig on the same spot with great accuracy if you wish to have any real level of regular success in the sport. Below are five tips that will make this easier, whether you are fishing to a gravel bar on a pit of to an over-hang on a small Estate lake, these tips will help you put your bait in the money easily.

1. Use a Marker Float - A marker rod is for me a totally essential piece of kit. I couldn't imagine turning up at a new venue without one. Yet is staggers me the number of anglers I see who don't use a Marker float set up. Its main use for me is to plumb the swim in front of me in an attempt to discover what is there. Set up correctly you can get a good idea of the depth, and the nature of the lake bed. With experience you can get a feel for which areas are most likely to produce a fish. More importantly it allows you to find that productive spot on every occasion you need to.When you find a likely looking spot you can pop up your float, and you have the perfect target to cast to. You can clip, or mark the line of this rod so you can accurately find the feature whenever you need to replace your bait. Naturally it also gives you a target to fire your free baits at also, so you really are fishing effectively.


2. Clip up - Modern fixed spool reels used in carp fishing from the likes of Daiwa & Shimano. Shimano all have a small line clip on the side of the spool. Now the manufacturers intended you to use this clip to avoid line spillage when the reel was not in use. But many anglers have discovered that this little device serves a much more useful purpose - It allows you to trap you line before you wind in at exactly the distance you were fishing. When you come to recast you can therefore drop your bait on virtually the same spot at the same distance. Easy! But there are a few precautions you should take if you want to practice this technique. The clips on most spools are not very line friendly, and can crimp or chafe your mono, damaging it enough to weaken it and risk a breakage when you are playing a fish... There are two things I do avoid this, one is to place a piece of Powergum or Pole elastic in the clip first before the nylon. This acts as a buffer and helps protect the mono. Secondly I wrap a piece of electrical tape around the line as I place it in the clip. The last thing I make sure I do when I use this technique is to feather the cast, so the line doesn't tighten violently against the clip at the end of the cast. This not only helps prevent line damage; it stops the rig shooting back" bungy" style, through the elasticity of the nylon, on the cast. This is a great technique if you are fishing to far margins or overhanging trees where you really can't afford to over cast.


3. Mark Your Line - When you have found your spot and cast your baited rig to it, mark your line so you can recast to that spot each time. There are a number of things you can use, some people use electrical tape and trim it down, and others use Powergum, tied in a loop. Personally I prefer Pole Elastic. It is soft enough to trip easily through the rod rings without impeding the cast. It stays in place yet can easily be removed if you no longer want to fish that spot. You can even use different coloured elastic for each rod so you know immediately which rod is for which spot. This can help in the dark or after multiple takes when you have more than one rod out of the water at once. I tie it on with a double over hand loop just after the buzzer. It is a simple matter after the cast and if I don't clip up, to wind the marker knot back to the right spot so it sits in the same position.
4. Aim at a Feature on the Far Bank - Once you've found your spot, and are able to place your bait in a likely area at the right distance, you're going to need to put back in the same spot every cast, while you wish to fish it. This means casting in the right direction too. It is pointless going to the trouble of locating a decent area where you either catch a fish or feel you will catch, and then to cast your rig off the mark. The easiest way to make sure you get the right direction is to pick a feature on the far margin and use that. A tree, a telegraph pole or some sure item is the best bet. It really needs to be up above tree line, or you'll probably find that once the sun goes down you can no longer see it. If you are lucky there may be a light, or lit up feature for you to aim at. So once you've found a suitable far margin feature you should be sorted for both accuracy and distance. It is then a relatively straight forward task to re-place your baits even in the dark. Ok it will take practice, but this way at least you know you are in the area. This is all the more important if your underwater feeding area is very small.


5. Measure Your Casts - One way of making sure on a given swim you always fish at the right distance and can set up your rods even at home is to measure your casts and note the distances you need to fish for each rod. To do this there is a really useful little 'Line Counter' made by Shakespeare. You simply clip it on your rod and when you wind in it tells you exactly the distance your fishing. If you want to set up to fish that swim again, you can pace out your line along the bank and know that you'll be fishing a productive area right away. This takes all the guess work out of your casting as you know exactly the distances you are fishing.

by Gareth Watkins

http://www.anglinglines.com/blog

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