Fishermen are credited for being the most patient folks out there. It takes perseverance and a certain character to sit there by the lake and just wait, sometimes for hours! Contrary to popular belief, it is not just a passive activity; avid fishermen will tell you that it is quite an active way of spending your days. Just like any other hobby, it takes passion and a whole lot of gear. If you are looking to impress your future father in-law who is a fishing expert, while you are, quite simply, not!
Check the must-have accessories below, for every fisherman to find some common topics to chat about, while waiting for the fish to take the bait:
Extra line
Let’s start with the basics. Experienced or not, you will face the annoyance of which is a broken line at some point on your fishing trip. Maybe you get lucky and catch a fish too big, or your line gets all tangled that you now have to cut it loose, an extra line will come in handy, and ensure you go about enjoying the rest of your trip.
Fishing pliers
As all beginners do, you can use regular pliers from your toolbox. But with time, you will realize that specialized fishing pliers have a number of important qualities that will serve you well. The most important feature for such an essential angling tool is to be made out of rust-resistant material. After some time with dampness, you will find that your pliers will corrode, resulting in an uneven grip when in use. Also, you will want the pliers to have sharp clippers in order to seamlessly snap cut heavy-duty lines.
Sinkers
In order to make sure your line hook sinks into the water, you will need the help of sinkers. These are made of heavyweight materials, but you need to make sure you are using environmentally-friendly ones to avoid messing with the underwater life.
Sturdy gloves
These are not your regular winter gloves; they are highly padded and wet-resistant. They need to be comfortable with a good grip, and allow for normal range of motion. These are important to handle slimy fish and sharp fishing tools.
Handheld net
A net will make it much easier to reach out and retrieve your fish. Look for one with an extendable arm to reach farther and avoid falling into the water, trying to catch your loaded line. Also, mind the fabric from which the net is made, you will need a heavy-duty one to withstand different fish sizes.
First aid kit
Last but not least, the first aid kit. If you are out on a fishing boat in the middle of the sea, or fishing on shore, you will need to have your first aid kit intact. You will be thankful for it, should you experience an unfortunate incident of a hooked finger.
Now that you know what’s what when it comes to fishing accessories, it is time to put this newfound knowledge to the test. Go ahead and gather your friends and plan for a fishing trip before the summer ends!