It is important for you to think about what kind of fishing you will engage in so that your trip will be a success. The sort of fishing equipment you decide on will mostly be dictated by the space you fish at, the species of fish and whether you’re an expert or beginner.
A light fishing pole is suitable for shore fishing in a pond or lake. To achieve maximum casting reach with no backlash, use a spin casting reel. With small fish, a rod about 6 or 7 foot long should be all right. If you go after bigger fish, you might need a lightweight mono filament fishing line. The best lure to use would be earthworms in this case. When you are fishing out on a larger lake and will be anchored or drifting, it would be ideal to use a size 30 rod on a 7 ft medium weight rod. However, assuming you are trolling, you’ll probably require (besides the lure) a rod counting reel to achieve the necessary depth. You might require a 16 to 20 lb. mono with a 6 inch leader of 20 lb. fluorocarbon.
What about fishing for large mouth bass in freshwater? A light spinning rod works best here since a heavy rod will tire you more quickly. A 6 lb. mono having a 10 lb. fluorocarbon 4 ft. leader would be recommended. Lures, minnows, and worms all make good bait. For saltwater fishing a trendy tactic is surf fishing; with this kind of fishing it is important to keep your bait in the trenches in order to catch the game fish. You’ll need heavier gear for this kind of fishing. This includes a 10 to 12 foot rod and a 30 size spinning reel. Add to this a 30 lb. fluorocarbon leader of approximately 6 ft.
Generally speaking, higher-priced rods are made for veteran fishermen. These rods use advanced parts and enhancements. But if you only fish a few days per year, an inexpensive rod should suffice. If, however, you eventually intend to fish more often in the UK or turn pro, down the road you’ll require fishing equipment with the latest improvements.
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