https://outdoors.codidact.com/categories/5/tags/473.rssNew Posts Tagged 'fishing-tackle' - OutdoorsOutdoors - Codidact2020-02-03T04:01:49Zhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/45057Fly fishing rig knotsrg255https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/210592013-08-15T08:59:12Z2020-02-03T04:01:49Z<p>I have been fly fishing with my dad for a number of years but recently I went on my own and hit quite the stumbling block... I didn't know how to set the kit properly, normally I drive the boat ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/57006How do fly fishing lures work?c0dew0rmhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/297412018-07-31T04:29:18Z2020-01-14T00:42:11Z<p>I'm new to fishing and I don't know how these things work. Do I need to add some weight to make them sink or fishes will come at the top to bite them?</p>
<p>I've seen some videos where they us...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/58798Reel locks when reeling in then bail flips open. What am I doing wrong?Brian Ghttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/313632019-05-21T11:36:27Z2019-12-24T00:43:18Z<p>The reel seems to jam when I reel it around and then if I put pressure on the reel handle, or the line, the bail flips open. I’m sure there’s something I am doing wrong. Video atta...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/59742Rods for shark fishinguser25300https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/312692019-10-17T19:41:48Z2019-10-18T08:14:53Z<p>I was looking at jawbone 2 xtreme blanks, the sledgehammer model is 10' with 100-250 pound line rating. It's E glass with 28-36 ounce lure rating. I've been looking all over the Internet for som...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41214Sea fishing rod all rounderBeginnerDBADanhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/187362019-08-20T17:02:28Z2019-09-20T13:01:35Z<p>I'm looking at getting into sea fishing, I used to do coarse fishing. </p>
<p>I'd like an all rounder rod to try pier fishing and maybe some beach casting or fishing from a sea wall.</p>
<p>Wh...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41309What should I look for in a reel for a two handed fly fishing rod?Michaelhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/189482019-09-03T08:58:13Z2019-09-05T19:00:10Z<p>I want to buy myself a Shakespeare Oracle 11' #7/8 EXP switch rod to get started in two-handed casting for large-sized local rainbow trout at a wide water body where back room for casting is sca...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/40880Can elk hair be replaced by deer hair when tying a dry fly?Kenjihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172722016-02-15T13:51:08Z2019-08-30T12:28:34Z<p>I'm planning on tying some stimulators and I have a ton of deer hair in the colours that I want my flies to be. </p>
<p>The recipes that I have read so far ask for yearling elk hair. I wonder i...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41242Fishing reel line capacityPaused until further notice.https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/189292019-08-22T21:27:12Z2019-08-22T21:27:12Z<p>With modern high strength, small diameter lines, spinning and bait casting reels can hold a tremendous amount of line. I usually spool up about half capacity with an inexpensive monofilament the...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/59110How do I use these lures from a basic fishing kit?Stainsorhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/316552019-07-02T12:45:23Z2019-07-09T14:59:50Z<p>I am beginning to fish. I bought a beginner's tackle kit. After some googling I figured out what most of the stuff is. But I didn't find anything on these three items. What are they and how do I...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/46574Why did the handle come off my spinner rod?Zachttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/219382014-07-26T10:31:13Z2019-05-24T00:15:43Z<p>I am brand new to fishing and have only made it out 4 times before this morning.</p>
<p>Today I planned on fishing all morning. After a few casts (I have a <em>Shakespeare Ugly Stik</em> spinne...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/39656What is this type of lure or where can I find more?Meortahttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/198702019-03-11T21:48:32Z2019-03-14T23:24:55Z<p><a href="https://i.stack.imgur.com/XuNUu.jpg" rel="nofollow noreferrer"><img src="https://i.stack.imgur.com/XuNUu.jpg" alt="enter image description here"></a></p>
<p>Can anyone help me find mor...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/52422What do fishing regulations mean by "no bait?"Freedom_Benhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/256302016-09-28T00:28:46Z2018-11-25T04:22:18Z<p>The Alaska Department of Fish and Game has <a href="https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/sf/FishingReports/index.cfm?ADFG=R2.reportDetail&area_key=29">said the following</a> as part of the fishing re...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/54574What type of fishing lure is this?acpilothttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/275432017-07-14T03:33:49Z2018-10-17T02:19:44Z<p>I've been using an old lure with great success and I'd like to know more about it.</p>
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<li>what is this type typically called?</li>
<li>what are the proper uses?</li>
<li>what fish will li...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/57145Cleaning top inside of old Plano tackle boxgeorgia-guyhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/298412018-08-13T09:01:18Z2018-09-12T21:49:23Z<p>I have an old Plano plastic tackle box that I am trying to clean up. It has these places on the underside of the lid. I’ve tried a few different things to clean it up to no avail. This bo...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/57153What is this yellow powder substance in a bag with yellow hair jigs?georgia-guyhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/298412018-08-13T20:05:03Z2018-08-13T20:09:37Z<p>I found a bunch of hair jigs inside an old tackle box that has been stored in attic. Several of them appeared unopened, but there was a yellow powdery substance in bag. Anybody know what substan...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/56657Name of this northern pine fishing lure?Joehttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/294862018-06-07T18:01:42Z2018-06-07T19:04:28Z<p>Can any tell me the name of this fishing lure or where I might find a distributor?</p>
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https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/56614Can ocean/saltwater fishing gear be used for freshwater/lake fishing?OrganicLawnDIYhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/294512018-06-02T00:31:21Z2018-06-05T14:47:11Z<p>This is one of those instances where I need answers that are written as if you were speaking to a 5 year old. I don't know a whole lot about fishing.</p>
<p>My uncle likes to go fishing on the ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/56404Fish aren't biting, how to get more bites?NULLhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/232862018-05-06T19:46:21Z2018-05-09T11:30:40Z<p>I live in Miami, Florida. I have been attempting to catch fish in a canal near where I live with a light rod, 8lb test mono line, and size 6 and 8 hooks. I have primarily been using night crawle...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49042What is this fish hook type called?Roco CTZhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/234452015-08-14T22:16:29Z2018-05-05T13:18:49Z<p>I am trying to buy this kind of fish hook (picture below), but I have no idea what is called. Does anyone know what to search for?</p>
<p>The main characteristic of this hook is that the hook e...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/56211Telescopic surf fishing rods - Are less segments better?AgileFishermanhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/291612018-04-14T20:02:53Z2018-04-17T04:56:43Z<p>I am looking for a telescopic surf fishing rod of about 14 feet length & lure weight up to 250grams/8oz.</p>
<p>Is it better if a telescopic surf rod has less segments or does it not matter...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/50505Where and when do I use these lures [new fisher]Pazehttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/243792016-02-09T22:15:22Z2018-03-29T02:48:20Z<p>This is my assortment of lures/bait:</p>
<p><a href="https://i.stack.imgur.com/KNQt3.jpg" rel="nofollow noreferrer"><img src="https://i.stack.imgur.com/KNQt3.jpg" alt="enter image description h...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/48852Fishing Rods: One Piece or Two PieceNULLhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/232862015-07-29T13:33:01Z2018-01-08T20:15:07Z<p>A number of fishing rods you can buy have models that are 2 piece and models that are 1 piece. I have heard people say their rods snapped in half when they were 2 piece. However, it would be ext...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/55502Tackle needed for basic fishing in Miami?NULLhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/232862018-01-07T11:59:58Z2018-01-08T01:31:19Z<p>I have just purchased a 6' light action Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 spinning rod and a 3000 size Penn Pursuit 2 reel. I also have some 8lb test mono line. I live near Miami Beach, Florida and will...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49048How do I setup a proper jig?zer00nehttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/188222015-08-15T18:08:05Z2017-11-17T22:33:04Z<p>I live close to the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sacramento_River" rel="nofollow noreferrer">Sacramento River</a> in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rio_Vista,_California" rel="...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/48783Rod and Tackle Combination for Beginner FisherNULLhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/232862015-07-23T20:55:08Z2017-08-10T21:42:13Z<p>I want to get into fishing but don't know the technical side because I just fish with rods pre-setup. So I decided that I wanted to get a spinning reel and am pretty sure I want a <a href="http:...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/54378Getting started fishingjsf80238https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/175482017-06-21T03:23:37Z2017-06-21T10:53:54Z<p>My 15 y/o son has expressed an interest in fishing. He tried it recently using borrowed equipment and would like to get his own. I fished as a teenager and liked it well enough to do it again....https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41759Basic setup for trout fishingamphibienthttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172742015-04-13T20:50:45Z2016-04-20T01:03:19Z<p>I am a whitewater kayaker and my GF, who does not kayak, sometimes accompanies me on river trips. She loves the outdoors and is never bored when I am boating (besides driving my vehicle from the...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/45372Pike fishing equipment & riggingrg255https://outdoors.codidact.com/users/210592013-10-25T08:51:25Z2016-03-01T09:53:01Z<p>I'm planning on getting out to try some Pike fishing in Sweden this autumn. Never tried it before so I could do with a few basic pointers on equipment, suggestions for the following:</p>
<p>a) ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/50476How to make a fish hook?James Jenkinshttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/363322016-02-06T20:50:40Z2016-02-07T00:01:41Z<p>I am in a survival situation and need to make a supply of fish hooks. What are my best options. I have a knife and in my travels I have noticed much native vegetation as well as a couple of an...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49828Is soda can fishing actually effective?Chris Mendezhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172412015-12-02T02:42:36Z2015-12-02T14:57:19Z<p>While out fishing on a popular gulf coast pier, I've seen some people pull in fish left and right using only a crumpled soda can as a lure tied to a hook and line. Meanwhile, I was using normal ...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49738Went fishing on the river for full day, caught one fish; normal?MrDukhttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/239052015-11-25T04:42:16Z2015-11-26T00:11:16Z<p>My dad, brothers and I grew up fishing. However, the vast majority of our fishing has been <code>set it and forget it</code> fishing for catfish, mostly at night.</p>
<p>My dad and father-in-la...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/49573Which two handed fly casting style should I learn?Kenjihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172722015-11-03T13:12:48Z2015-11-03T20:02:22Z<p>Me and a friend are thinking about trying two handed fly fishing for salmon and sea-run browns in northern Sweden. We both have been fishing for these same species with single-handed rods, but h...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41440Alternatives to Dacron backing on fly reel?Kenjihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172722015-08-19T07:32:25Z2015-09-28T22:35:29Z<p>I am thinking about changing the backing on my reel for something thinner and stronger like gel spun line (I'm currently using 20lb Dacron). The goal is to fit enough backing into the reel for A...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/48566Tackle for catching bass on live baitrnofenkohttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/231202015-06-19T19:38:17Z2015-08-12T05:30:07Z<p>What tackle do I need for catching bass on live bait in fresh water?</p>
<p>Fish: Largemouth bass, Northern pike and Smallmouth bass</p>
<p>Mean depth of lake is 8ft.</p>
https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/48699Can I use wading sandals with waders?Kenjihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172722015-07-13T14:23:37Z2015-07-15T17:10:19Z<p>I have a pair of wading sandals (made by Keen and designed for water sports) to which I added a few metal studs and have been using for wet wading while fly fishing in shallow streams. Now I won...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/48689Is there a good and fast way to dry used flies before storing them?Kenjihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172722015-07-12T23:32:21Z2015-07-15T17:01:39Z<p>I have been spending many hours by the water recently and usually try a lot of flies before I find what is working on a particular day. The question is: what to do with all the flies that got we...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/48693Will practicing casting on my backyard lawn damage my fly line? If so, how to avoid it?Kenjihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172722015-07-13T10:39:39Z2015-07-14T18:05:02Z<p>I have been practicing fly casting in my backyard using the same line that I use to fish. The question is: will my line get damaged from this? I reckon that these things are made to drag through...https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/41783Are surface plugs effective for fishing in choppy water?That Idiothttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172032014-10-14T20:02:07Z2015-07-13T12:55:48Z<p>I tend not to use surface plugs in rough water, merely because I find them more difficult to fish. But are they less productive in choppy water than when the surface is calm?</p>
https://outdoors.codidact.com/posts/48637What are the disadvantages of using a lighter fly line than the indicated for the reel?Kenjihttps://outdoors.codidact.com/users/172722015-07-05T21:58:31Z2015-07-13T10:09:26Z<p>I'm thinking about buying a new reel for my weight 8 rod (which I use for steelhead), but want also to use it for my weight 5 rod (which I use for trout). The reel is supposed to be used with li...