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Things To Look
For When Buying Walleye Gear
Successful walleye fishing is a combination of strategy,
location and gear. Without the right fishing gear, you could
have all the best intentions in the world but never catch
this elusive fish. Want to increase your chances of catching
the walleye? Here are the most important fishing gear you'll
need to complete your arsenal:
Fishing rod
Look for the three essentials: strength, length and flex.
The walleye is not a passive fish and you'll have to do a
little bit of battle so you'll need a sturdy and reliable
rod.
Length also matters. If you tend to fish in an area
surrounded by trees and shrubs, a shorter line will prevent
any tangles. Pick a rod that is about 6 to 7 feet long,
which should work well whether you're fishing from a boat or
from the shore.
If you're wondering why flex is a factor, consider how
lightly
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the walleye can sometimes strike at your bait. Many anglers
have lost a good catch because their rods were too stiff to
give them a 'feel'. A light, flexible, medium- to
fast-action rod will give you more information than your
heavy and stiff old faithful.
Fishing Reel
Your next fishing gear consideration is the reel. A good bet
is the spinning reel, which many anglers swear will work
great with a well-chosen rod. A spinning reel and rod combo
will let you work with light cranks and jigs, two of the
best and most reliable elements of your walleye fishing
arsenal.
When looking at the fishing reel at the store, make sure to
check for drag. Choose the one that offers the smoothest so
in case you play tug of war with the walleye, you won't
waste too much energy in the fight. You'll also need a clean
drag to help you manipulate your line better, allowing you
to pull and discharge it with minimal effort. Too much
resistance and your line could break.
Fishing Line
Look for a strong and reliable line. Don't be afraid to pay
for quality. When you're already out there in the water,
you'll thank yourself for not scrimping.
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Lures And Baits
Lures and bait are the components of your fishing gear that
attract the walleye. For your first picks, choose the
following:
Jigs - these are meant to be used on a lake, stream or river
bottom, in close contact with the sand. Choose the
appropriate size, weight and style.
Crank Baits - mimicry is the strong suit of crank baits and
you'll need them to lure the walleye into believing that
what you are presenting is their real prey.
Bottom Bouncer - this will sink your live bait and make it
easy for the walleye to take a bite.
Author:- Michael Hehn owns and operates:
Walleye Fishing Guide
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