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Article #123: Downsizing Tackle for Finesse Fishing

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The macho men of the world seem to be rods just for finesse fishing.
spitting out the phrase "bigger is always Don't stop with just the rod; downsizing
better" like it is going out of style. In the reel in your setup will make a
many situations they may have a good drastic change in how you fish and more
argument, but I have found that some who importantly how many fish you catch. Some
truly love fishing are discovering a new of the small reels available these days
way to fish; an equipment downsize. are set up nicely to carry a lighter
Sure there are many situations where big line, like the one used by finesse
fishing equipment is appropriate and will fishermen. When shopping for a small
probably lead you to more fish in the reel, treat it just as you would be
boat. However, fishing's popularity is shopping for a large reel, except in a
growing and space on the water is smaller format.
becoming a little more cramped. The fish The most important change for a
are starting to take notice too. Some of traditional fisherman trying to convert
these fish have seen it all from us to finesse is in the line. When I first
fishermen and they are not being fooled got into finesse fishing I got lost in
anymore. In heavily fished areas the best all of the different options available on
fishermen have developed a new technique the market. Luckily a friend of mine was
for success; Finesse Fishing. quite knowledgeable and one of his best
I can hear the screams of fishermen pieces of advice was this, "When choosing
worldwide, "What in the heck is finesse a line stick to the traditional
fishing and why do I want anything to do monofilament. Trust me." Well I did trust
with something that has the words finesse him and have been happy since. The reason
and fishing in the same sentence?" Well, he didn't like to use a braided line is
like it or not some waters are being because it floats, and floating ruins the
fished so heavily that the good fish function of a floating lure. I tried a
aren't biting anymore. They have seen the braided line a couple times and I can add
tricks employed by the common fishermen this additional word of guidance: mono
and are ready for a better show. That is lines tend to blend in underwater and
why we need to alter our approach a bit help the bait look natural versus a
to fool the fish onto our lures again. braided line. Another consideration is
Finesse fishing, in its simplest line weight. Any line between six and ten
explanation, is just downsizing our pound test will work, and with a bit of
equipment to throw a new look at an old experience on the water you will develop
fish. a preferred test weight. Some situations
The easiest way to convert your game is will require a six pound line to fool the
to buy smaller and lighter versions of most hesitant fish.
your current equipment. Let's start with Choosing a lure is another necessity for
the rod. To get started on your finesse any finesse fisherman. Fortunately there
venture try buying a light to medium are hundreds of different lures available
light action spinning rod. Buy something that fit finesse setups. The lures you
inexpensive to get the feel of a lighter choose will depend entirely on personal
action rod. With a little experience you preference and necessity based on the
will develop a preference for something a waters you tend to fish. Be sure to buy a
bit lighter, heavier, or lose interest in few different styles and test them out;
finesse fishing altogether. This way you some fish will respond better than others
can avoid wasting money on your first to particular lures.
finesse purchase. Many fishermen say they So the question begs to be asked again;
feel like they are re-learning to fish. is bigger always better? I would say
This new style could add some excitement certainly not when trying to make a catch
to a day on the water and give you an in heavily-fished waters. A quick
excuse to buy more fishing gear. In fact makeover of your tackle box could lead to
finesse fishing is catching on quick and some really fun times, and most
as a result many manufacturers have importantly catching more fish!
devoted a portion of their production of






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