If you're new to fishing, perhaps you're being overwhelmed with lots of new and exciting things to buy. Or, perhaps you're able to resist the temptation of having to learn how lots of gadgets, and accessories work, and just need the basic fishing tackle to get you started.
Here's what you need.
1. Fishing Rod - First of all you'll need a rod. The material, weight, and length will all be determined by what you're going to fish for, where you're going to fish, and how often you'll be going fishing. There's no point spending a fortune on getting the lightest fishing rod, if you're going to use it a couple of times a year.
2. Fishing Reel - The reel is almost as important as the rod, and again, the model you buy will depend on what sort of fish you'll catch, how often you fish and how much you want to spend. You don't have to spend a fortune to get a good reel, and spending a lot on a reel, won't necessarily mean it's the right reel for you.
3. Fishing Line - the fishing line will depend on what sort of fish you are catching. Heavier fish will need a stronger and heavier line. You might also want to make sure that the lines you use will work well with your reels too.
4. Flies - If you're going fly fishing, then you'll be using some sort of flies as bait. These flies could be real insects, pretend insects, or flies that you have made yourself out of materials designed to attract the fish. You'll also need the right floatants, sinkants, leaders and hooks too.
5. Waders - Although not an essential, waders mean that you can stand in the water, and so have a better range, and increase the likelihood of catching more fish. If you fish in a river, then you're sure to want to try waders at some point. Alternatively, if you fish sat at the side of a lake, and spend more time talking with other anglers than concentrating on your rod, perhaps waders shouldn't be at the top of your list.
6. Fishing Tackle Box - a good tackle box will mean that you always have what you need with you, and you'll know where to find it, if you keep it well organised. When you're looking for something small, or, trying to tie a fly with wet hands, you'll be grateful for your tackle box.
7. Fishing Clothing - Having the right fishing clothing is important, and can help you stay warm and dry all day, so that you can concentrate on catching fish, and not catching cold.
8. Fishing Boots - You might think that you can get away with trainers, but you're going to be walking on wet and slippery surfaces, and so you'll need footwear that can cope. Wellington boots, or outdoor or hiking boots are a good choice. In addition, many waders come with built in boots.
9. Fishing Bags - Fishing bags are a great way to store everything you need, from your reels to your gloves and car keys. The more pockets and compartments your fishing bag has, the more you can store in there, and by separating items, you are less likely to lose or damage them, or get delicate items wet.
10. Fishing Accessories - Depending on where you fish, and what you're fishing for you might need a range of accessories. Perhaps you'll use a net, and throw the fish you catch back in, or want to take them home and have them for tea as proof of your fishing abilities. If you're not sure of what you need, why not ask your friends, or more experienced anglers, what they use?
Now you know what sort of fishing tackle you need, what's stopping you from taking up fishing?
Here's what you need.
1. Fishing Rod - First of all you'll need a rod. The material, weight, and length will all be determined by what you're going to fish for, where you're going to fish, and how often you'll be going fishing. There's no point spending a fortune on getting the lightest fishing rod, if you're going to use it a couple of times a year.
2. Fishing Reel - The reel is almost as important as the rod, and again, the model you buy will depend on what sort of fish you'll catch, how often you fish and how much you want to spend. You don't have to spend a fortune to get a good reel, and spending a lot on a reel, won't necessarily mean it's the right reel for you.
3. Fishing Line - the fishing line will depend on what sort of fish you are catching. Heavier fish will need a stronger and heavier line. You might also want to make sure that the lines you use will work well with your reels too.
4. Flies - If you're going fly fishing, then you'll be using some sort of flies as bait. These flies could be real insects, pretend insects, or flies that you have made yourself out of materials designed to attract the fish. You'll also need the right floatants, sinkants, leaders and hooks too.
5. Waders - Although not an essential, waders mean that you can stand in the water, and so have a better range, and increase the likelihood of catching more fish. If you fish in a river, then you're sure to want to try waders at some point. Alternatively, if you fish sat at the side of a lake, and spend more time talking with other anglers than concentrating on your rod, perhaps waders shouldn't be at the top of your list.
6. Fishing Tackle Box - a good tackle box will mean that you always have what you need with you, and you'll know where to find it, if you keep it well organised. When you're looking for something small, or, trying to tie a fly with wet hands, you'll be grateful for your tackle box.
7. Fishing Clothing - Having the right fishing clothing is important, and can help you stay warm and dry all day, so that you can concentrate on catching fish, and not catching cold.
8. Fishing Boots - You might think that you can get away with trainers, but you're going to be walking on wet and slippery surfaces, and so you'll need footwear that can cope. Wellington boots, or outdoor or hiking boots are a good choice. In addition, many waders come with built in boots.
9. Fishing Bags - Fishing bags are a great way to store everything you need, from your reels to your gloves and car keys. The more pockets and compartments your fishing bag has, the more you can store in there, and by separating items, you are less likely to lose or damage them, or get delicate items wet.
10. Fishing Accessories - Depending on where you fish, and what you're fishing for you might need a range of accessories. Perhaps you'll use a net, and throw the fish you catch back in, or want to take them home and have them for tea as proof of your fishing abilities. If you're not sure of what you need, why not ask your friends, or more experienced anglers, what they use?
Now you know what sort of fishing tackle you need, what's stopping you from taking up fishing?
Discover a great range of the latest Fishing Tackle from the latest brands, and all the clothing and accessories you need to enjoy the great outdoors, at John Norris today. If you can't make it to a Fishing Tackle Shop, why not visit JohnNorris.co.uk today instead? You'll be glad you did.
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