Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Know How to Buyfor the Best Fishing Line

By Crystal Jennings

Checking your equipments before going fishing is an SOP. You should see to it that everything is in perfect condition. Your fishing line is one that you must take good consideration in. If you are still going to buy one, then here is a simple list of the things you need to remember.

First thing to consider is the diameter and length of the fishing line. If you are going to use it on a spinning reel, the best option is to find a thinner line. This will make casting and retrieval of the line easier without tangling. It is also less visible when thrown in the water.

Choosing the color of the line is also important. Better stick with colorless lines especially when fishing in clear water. And you can go for the colored ones when fishing in murky water. Just try to match the color of the line with the water condition or color where you are going to fish.

If you want to go for a brighter color such as yellow, be sure to tie a colorless line as a leader. Because when the yellow line is used as the leader there is a chance that your catch will avoid it because the hook is too obvious.

Using braided fishing line is also a great idea, but go for the once with a fluorocarbon or monofilament leader. This is because this kind of line is not easily seen by the fish. Using a fluorocarbon line is perfect for any water condition.

Different kinds of lines will surely have different prices and quality. You do not have to go for the most expensive ones just make sure that the quality is superb. And also consider how many times you are going to use it because you might just go fishing once a month or every other month.

With these things to remember, you will have a guide when shopping for the right fishing line. It is also a good idea to ask the salesman any questions you have so you get your money's worth.

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