Sunday, March 27, 2011

Fly Fishing Gadgets

By Mick Moore


Besides the clothing and your sensible attire there are lots of products that you should have for fly fishing. Some of these accessories might appear odd, but when wading, it is necessary to have all of your equipment and tools on hand.

You already have your fly fishing vest with plenty of good sized pockets, because that is a component of a fly fisherman's fundamental wardrobe. It's advisable to put a patch of sheepskin on the front of the vest where you can hold alternative flies on hand. You should also have a spring-loaded retractable spool that attaches to your vest to carry a pair of nail clippers. These come in very handy for cutting knots. You might want to attach a patch of rubber for straightening leaders. If possible, the vest must have a large back pocket to carry light rain gear. Some vests additionally have a ring at the back of the collar, where you can attach the net to keep it out of the way.

The selection of your fly containers is critical. You need to have large compartments where you can stash dry flies without smashing their hackles. You should also have a couple of smaller boxes with foam linings and metal clips. These are for keeping your wet flies, nymphs, and streamers. Having a handful of small vials to hold your dry of flies after catching a fish likewise is very useful.

A spare spool for your reel, already packed with backing and line, is a good idea to have with you. Also a few spools of monofilament leader material, a leader wallet, a sharpening stone, and a Swiss Army knife are fundamental for the fly fisherman to have within easy reach.

Bug repellent is crucial when fly fishing. The main component in lots of insect repellents is DEET, which is an industrial solvent and can ruin the varnish on your fly rod, eat away the coating on your fly line, weaken your leaders and destroy your rain gear. If you do use an insect repellent with DEET be very mindful of what it touches and try to limit its use. There are many products nowadays that do not include that solvent.

Having an excellent set of polarized shades will enable you to see the fish and protect your eyes from the damaging rays of the sun. It is likewise necessary to have a small pocket flashlight with an adaptable neck. This is often very helpful for many things like changing flies at nightfall or daybreak. Other useful items include things like a thermometer, a small container of split shot, a good knife with several blades, and a small medical emergency kit.

Many fishers like to take a collapsible wading staff with them while fly fishing. It helps them to keep their footing if they are wading in a heavy current or on a slippery, rocky bottom. A small cotton mesh net with a short handle comes in handy for netting your fish. If you are planning to keep your catch a small canvas or weaved willow basket for holding your fish will function effectively.

There are many other accessories offered for fly fishing currently. Most of the options depend on each fisherman's personal preferences.




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