1. The Beginners Keys to Saltwater Fly Fishing
The sport of fly-fishing has a new family member to welcome to the
family; saltwater fly fishing is becoming a popular with fresh
water fly-fishing enthusiast. This sport has gained the respect of
many fishermen, since this sport requires the skills and equipment
to become successful.
The fishing world has seen the emergence of saltwater fly-fishing
ever since A.W Dimmock wrote his book 'The Book of the Tarpon' in
1911. This man is considered the father of American salt water fly
fishing. The sport is tricky and the equipment is different, yet
it still has the same allure of fresh water fly-fishing.
The Equipment:
Once you decide to try saltwater fly-fishing you will need to gear
up, and know what is needed to be successful. The simple fact is
you cannot use your freshwater rod or reel for saltwater fishing.
And even if you could you shouldn't, the salt can corrode your
expensive freshwater rod and reel. This means finding the perfect
rod and reel for saltwater.
You want to start with a good saltwater fly fishing rod that is a
10 weight, which your local retailer will be able to help you
find. The 10 weight rod is better for making longer cast with
larger bate. And when you start saltwater fly-fishing you will
quickly realize that the wind is much stronger than normal fresh
water fly-fishing.
The next purchase is the reel. This should be made for saltwater
fishing, hence it needs to stand up to the harsh saltwater
conditions. The thing to remember is you will still have to clean
the reel often. Now that you have a rod and reel, start looking
for line.
The line needed for saltwater fly-fishing should be more expensive
than normal, this is because they need to be thicker for larger
fish. The line should be dressed with dressing, which will result
in better performance.
Tips for Successful Saltwater Fly Fishing:
I don't want to sound like your dad, yet you need to show up
prepared. Once you have traveled to your favorite spot make sure
you have everything you need, this might include a back up reel
and rod. A good idea is to bring more fish line as well, remember
some of the fish you can catch are bigger and stronger then
freshwater fish.
Make sure to have your license, if you need one in your area. The
weirdest thing to bring will be gloves and band ads, remember this
2. is salt water and it does not feel good inside line cuts. If you
are using a boat, or just standing in the ocean remember to bring
scissors or a knife, you never know when they will become handy.
This is a great check list that will help you prepare for other
items needed:
Chest Waders for beach fishing.
Tide Guides, these will help greatly.
Remember you're going to be in the sun, so sun block and
protective eye wear is essential.
Lunch, if you're like many fishermen you will spend hours out
trying to catch lunch, and as a beginner I wouldn't recommend
thinking you will catch it.
A smile, this is a wonderful way to spend form sunrise to sunset.
You're now ready to begin the exciting sport of saltwater fly
fishing. The key is to be alert and learn as you go. So get out
and enjoy the relaxation of the ocean and fly-fishing.
If you want to learn more about the equipment for saltwter fly
fishing then visit us at http://flyfishingnets.org