Fishing Hacking Skill

  After my previous post on the George Harvey knot, I received quite a few requests for instructions on how to tie it. So, here is the low down on tying your own Nanofil fly line to leader knot. First of all you need some Nanofil knot with a welded loop. The easiest way to get yourself some is to purchase the line on one of our eBay listings. A spool with 100yards will cost you $20 plus shipping. Secondly, you need some 20lb or 30lb Seaguar Grand Max fluorocarbon leader material . We sell that in 50 yard spools for $35 plus shipping on eBay. It can also be bought on Amazon , but the price there is much higher, over $50 for 50 yards. When you have your material ready, cut yourself ~8ft of Nanofil and pass the line through the eye of the fly. Then pull about an inch or so through so that it starts to look like a bunny tail. Now measure out about 8 inches of leader material and align the tag end with the Nanofil. Now, twist it a few times and then put a simple over hand knot in the ma...

  One of the best known saltwater fish is cobia. Cobia can be found in many parts of the world and is a popular sport-fish. One question that often comes up about this fish is how to choose a fishing rod for catching cobia . Here are some tips on how to choose a fishing rod for catching cobias: Cobia Fishing Rods must be heavy-duty to handle the fish's strength. They are generally fished with live or cut bait. This requires very sturdy rods that can haul the fish out of the water and into the boat without breaking or bending under pressure. Cobia fishing rods should be between six and 10 feet in length, with lines ranging from 20 to 80 pounds. Cobia rods should have medium-heavy power, but not so much that the fish cannot be played during the fight. They are strong fish that can put up a struggle, especially if they are hooked in shallow water or near shore. Cobia fishing rods should have fast tips because cobia often attack their prey at a high speed. Cobia Fishing Rods should ha...

  For many people, taking part in fishing is a wonderful hobby and they look forward to participating even on the weekends. As you enjoy this activity by yourself or with friends or family members, it would be best if you equip yourself with the proper gear to enable you to have a good time at all times. Here are some of the most common fishing lures that you may want to consider using for your next fishing adventure: 1. Spoons - Spoons are always popular among anglers because they can be used in both saltwater and freshwater fish. These lures will be able to track straight even with medium-speed retrieves, allowing them to easily reach the targeted fish. Choose spoons that have a good wobble to them, are chunky and have stainless steel construction. 2. Plugs - This lure is shaped similar to that of a baitfish, which allows it to track straight just like spoons do. The main difference is they dive deeper than spoons because their streamlined shape enables them to cut through the w...

  1. Type - Trolling Reel Fishing a trolling reel is a wise choice that can be done easily especially when you are looking for a big fish with high endurance. Along with the right fishing rod, this will make your job of catching Yellowfin Tuna very easy and stress-free as possible. For those who use it for travel or just for fun, this is very helpful especially that it can be used easily with just minimal instruction. The first thing that you need to do is to make sure the reel has a good number of ball bearings because this is what prevents friction inside the reel. When there are too much friction, expect for less performance and fewer casts per outing. A good number of ball bearings that you need to look for is at least seven bearing. It is important that you also check the size of the spool because it should be big enough so that you can put on more line. As much as possible, get a spool with bigger diameter or circumference than your fishing rod to make sure it provides you w...

  It is generally accepted that the best place to catch Yellowfin Tuna is off of Hawaii. Most of our readers know this, but it never hurts to emphasize some points. As mentioned in one of the previous articles, you stand a better chance at catching larger fish on your trip if you choose Hawaii as your destination for Yellowfin Tuna fishing. The water is simply cleaner off the coast of Hawaii than it is in most parts of the world. When you visit the Hawaiian Islands to fish for tuna, your best chance at finding large schools of gamefish will be early or late in the day when there are changes in current and tide. The reason these times offer better chances to find Yellowfin Tuna is that the fish are being pushed to different areas as a result of these changes. For example, Yellowfin Tuna will typically move from deep water to shallow water as the tide moves. As a result, you will have a better chance at catching them during this time because you know they'll be moving towards shall...

  I love fishing for Grouper , it's a great sport fish to catch. It can provide hours of entertainment and if your using the right type of fishing lures they can be caught on light tackle as well, a 25lb grouper is a good size fish. Tackle: Fishing for Grouper with light tackle comes down to a few basics, you need a medium light action fishing rod and a high quality reel that can hold around 300-500 yards of 30lb test line. As for the type of Grouper Lures well this will depend on where you're going to be fishing because there are different types of Grouper in different parts of the world, I'll be talking about fishing for Grouper in the Caribbean and around Florida. Caribbean Groupers - Most of the groupers you'll find in the Caribbean are what's known as Gray or Common Groupers (Epinephelus Fasciatus), this is a good eating fish and to catch them you're best chances are going to be with live bait. Florida Groupers - In Florida there is a larger type of groupe...