09-18-2002, 03:42 AM
[size 2][size 1]Hello Bass Anglers,[/size]
[size 1]Your definitely right, it seems Bass Fishing (fishing in general) has become quit the science, everyone is always looking for anything that will give them that little edge. Manufacturers are always coming out with new products that give you a little bit more of an edge, and there are so many more techniques then when we were all younger. [/size]
[size 1]As a kid I don't ever remember worrying about line weight, leader weight, action, rod weight, reel specs, hook size, and all the other variables that can give you the edge you need. In those days if it had line on it, I had a hook, and I could gig up some worms I was good to go![/size]
[size 1]Its funny though, the more I fish the more I enjoy all the variables. Besides the love of the catch, the quite time on the water, the chance to get away from stresses of life, i really love the "CHESS" aspect of fishing. What I mean by that is it is fun for me to try the different things I've learned over the years to raise that stubborn fish, or twike things enough to turn a slow day into a productive day, and best of all there is no silver bullet for catching fish so it is so much fun when you do![/size]
[size 1]The best thing for learning the difference between a snag and a bite and knowing what lure to use, or knowing which technique to use is time on the water. If you are interested in fast tracking your learning curve, I recommend a local guide. One day with a guide (besides usually getting were the fish are) can rally teach you some great tricks of the trade. I have been fortunate to have been on a few guided trips and have found guides to be very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Good Luck and hope to see ya on the water![/size][/size]
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[size 1]Your definitely right, it seems Bass Fishing (fishing in general) has become quit the science, everyone is always looking for anything that will give them that little edge. Manufacturers are always coming out with new products that give you a little bit more of an edge, and there are so many more techniques then when we were all younger. [/size]
[size 1]As a kid I don't ever remember worrying about line weight, leader weight, action, rod weight, reel specs, hook size, and all the other variables that can give you the edge you need. In those days if it had line on it, I had a hook, and I could gig up some worms I was good to go![/size]
[size 1]Its funny though, the more I fish the more I enjoy all the variables. Besides the love of the catch, the quite time on the water, the chance to get away from stresses of life, i really love the "CHESS" aspect of fishing. What I mean by that is it is fun for me to try the different things I've learned over the years to raise that stubborn fish, or twike things enough to turn a slow day into a productive day, and best of all there is no silver bullet for catching fish so it is so much fun when you do![/size]
[size 1]The best thing for learning the difference between a snag and a bite and knowing what lure to use, or knowing which technique to use is time on the water. If you are interested in fast tracking your learning curve, I recommend a local guide. One day with a guide (besides usually getting were the fish are) can rally teach you some great tricks of the trade. I have been fortunate to have been on a few guided trips and have found guides to be very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Good Luck and hope to see ya on the water![/size][/size]
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