FishingGeek - Fishing Tips

Trim up your spinnerbait skirt

Wed, 03 Oct 2007 15:24:00 -0400

If you are fishing a spinnerbait and finding that you are missing almost half of the strikes, you may need to lift your skirt a little. No, not that. I'm talking about the skirt on your spinnerbaits.

If the bass are hitting short on your spinnerbait, and you're unable to make a good hookset, try making the spinnerbait look a little smaller. By reducing the size of your bait, you give the bait a smaller look.

Don't worry though, trimming the skirt of the spinnerbait will not affect the action of the lure.

Removing those tags

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 22:32:00 -0400

After tying your line, its a good idea to clean up your knot. By using finger nail clippers, you can easily snip the tag ends of your fishing line as close to the knot as possible. We have found, however, that using finger nail clippers on braided line is almost useless. To cut braided fishing line, a pair of cuticle clippers or small scissors will work.

You could always use your teeth, but you could end up damaging them. A .99 cent pair of nail clippers are cheaper than a trip to the dentist.

Keep cool in the summer

Sun, 09 Sep 2007 19:29:00 -0400

In the heat of the summer, it's alway a good idea to cool hydrated. If you're going out fishing, make sure you bring plenty of water or gatorade to keep you hydrated during the day.

Here's something to try, the next time you are planning to go fishing. Take an empty bottle (milk jug, coke bottle, etc) and fill it 3/4 full with water. Place the bottles in the freezer. The next day, these water bottles will take hours to warm.

Oooo...you smell!

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 20:35:00 -0400

Nares, or paired nostrils, in a fish are used to detect odors in the water. These nostrils can be very sensitive to smell so it is a good idea for an angler to remove any scents from their hands before handling a lure, bait, or line. The oils from your skin, gasoline, sunscreen, and even that turkey sandwich can leave a scent on your hands that can be picked up by a fish. By washing your hands with scentless soap, you can wash away that smell and have a better chance of not being detected. If only you're fishing buddy didn't smell so bad...

Ive been slimed!

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 19:44:00 -0400

Most fish are covered with a mucus layer that helps protect them from infections. However, this "slime", as it is referred to, doesn't do anything for the angler but make a mess. To keep the fish "slime" on the fish, it is recommended to wet your hands before handling a fish. Doing so will keep the "slime" off your hands and on the fish.

Have an extra spool handy

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 21:50:00 -0400

If you have one, carry an extra spool with different line. The versatility of the spinning reel allow you to switch out your line without a problem. As an example, let's say your fighting a fish on 10 lb test and he gets away. Switch to your backup spool with 12 lb test and make another attempt on the fish you just lost. Whether you spool to a heavier or lighter test, it takes less than a minute to switch out your spool.

Wear polarized fishing glasses

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 20:38:00 -0400

Polarized glasses will improve your ability to sight fish as well as minimize eye damage. By reducing glare, polarized fishing glasses able you to see into the water. The harmful UV rays from the sun can also damage you eyes. Since many anglers spend hours on the water, polarized fishing glasses are a crucial element in minimizing that risk.

Fishing a frog

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 20:38:00 -0400

I'll put it short and sweet, The slower the better. You want to try and mimic a frogs movement, so using the retrieve-pause-retrieve method will give the frog that "swimming" motion you need. To ensure the fish has the bait, lower the rod tip and wait until you feel pressure on the rod before setting the hook. If you get to anxious, and you may end up with a frog coming at your head.