Deep sea fishing

What you need to know about deep fishing The equipment used to deep fish is basically the same as other fishing equipment. In deep fishing, though, the equipment has to be suited to fishing in the depths of the water. The line need to be stronger because the fish are stronger and larger. Instead of a pole, a hand reel is used. The hand reel is attached to the boat and reels in the line. The set up of deep fishing equipment starts with the mainline. The main line attaches to the hand reel and needs to be long enough to go the required depth. Attached to the mainline is the terminal rig. The terminal rig holds smaller line, called trace lines. These trace lines hold the hooks and bait. Some fisherman also attach a chum bucket to the terminal rig. A chum bucker contains ground up bait, called chum. Periodically this chum is released to attract fish. On the bottom of the line is the sinker. The sinker must be heavy enough to pull the line to the bottom. The most important part of deep fishing is the bait. It should be fresh and well attached to the hook. Try double- hooking (attaching the bait through two points with the hook) to ensure it doesn't fall off. Because you are working at great depths, you need to make sure your bait will work good. All of this equipment will ensure you have a nice deep fishing experience.

The three basic types of deep fishing each use a certain method to attract to fish or catch the fish. Anchoring and chumming is a type of deep fishing that relies heavily on the use of a chum bucket. The chum bucket is the main source of bait. The fisherman anchors in one spot and then uses the periodic release of chum to catch fish. Bottom trolling uses a cannon ball as its tactic. The cannon ball is drug around the bottom where it stirs up mud and causes noise. This stirs up the fish, provoking them to bite the bait. Trawling is used to catch many fish at once. It involves a net with weights and wheels attached to it. This net rolls along the bottom and scoops up fish. Each type has its good points and bad points, but those are mainly based upon the fisherman's goals. The method you chose to use for deep fishing is up to you.

Deep fishing takes skill and some preparation. Fishing at the bottom comes with its own problems. Fisherman do not want to keep pulling up their line to check bait or move to a different location. Planning the type of deep fishing is also important so you are prepared with the correct equipment. A little planning and patience will make for a good deep fishing experience.


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Fishing rods have come a long way from a stick with a string on it. Advances in technology have given the world new, more durable materials to produce fishing rods, and the market has boomed. There are lightweight rods for fishing in rivers and lakes. There are slightly heavier and more flexible rods for fly fishing. Then there are the big, strong rods for deep sea fishing.
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Deep sea fishing is like hunting for big game. You wouldn’t take a slingshot to hunt big animals, so don’t take a lightweight rod to catch big fish. That’s the point of deep sea fishing, catching big fish like giant halibut; large sea bass and marlin. You can even deep sea fish for shark. A lightweight rod is definitely not going to snag “Jaws”.
How Big, How Long and How Strong?
So, how do you choose a deep sea fishing rod? Surf the Internet. I’m not kidding; you can buy deep sea fishing rods online. In addition, the World Wide Web is a deep well of information. Even if you don’t buy from the Internet, you can use it to study the different types and styles and to compare prices. You can also decide what accessories you want and need to go with the rod.
In addition to the Internet, you can visit stores that sell fishing equipment, particularly stores that specialize in ocean fishing. The personnel in these stores are incredibly knowledgeable, can help with equipment and answer questions. If you’re lucky, you’ll run into an experience angler in the store and get some up-to-date, been-there information.

Understanding The Fishing Rod Materials
Graphite
The Internet and the experts will probably name graphite as the best material for deep sea fishing rod, especially for a heavy-duty rod. At first you might think a graphite rod is too light, but that’s the advantage of graphite. It is lightweight and strong. This material is strong enough to withstand the fight between man and fish, and yet light enough so that the fisherman won’t tire as easily.
Graphite is used to make other fishing rods, too, including fly fishing rods, which are light and flexible. The material for a deep sea fishing rod is the same as the fly fishing rod, but the deep sea rod is longer, wider and denser than its fly fishing counterparts.
Fiberglass
Fiberglass is another good material for deep sea fishing rods. Fiberglass provides more flexibility, but still has the strength to survive the struggle between human and fish. Fiberglass rods don’t last as long as the graphite ones, but still last a long time. With a fiberglass rod, you can enjoy many, many hours of deep sea fishing before you have to contemplate purchasing another one.
Whether you buy a graphite rod or a fiberglass one, do your homework. The last thing you want on your deep sea fishing adventure is to hook a giant halibut and discover your rod can’t handle the weight. Understand the choices then choose wisely, and you’ll have the adventure of your dreams.