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The fishing season has finally begun! Learn how to catch more fish using the right gears. Here're 6 best tips to help you maximize your chances of catching fish.
READ MOREBefore you start, lay out the contents of your fishing boxes and check the condition of everything..
The line is what connects the fish to you. It’s vital to check its condition regularly. The start of the new season is an ideal opportunity for this.
After continued use, nylon lines can show signs of wear. You need to check them carefully, and to understand why it’s necessary to do so.
These also need special attention. A braid in poor condition can have an adverse effect on your fishing.
Whether your hooks are rigged, unrigged, triple or single, they often need a little work to return them to prime condition, with a good barb.
If you spot traces of oxidation or rust on your hooks, it’s important to deal with it straight away. The longer you delay, the worse it will get.
# Caperlan tip:
To remove rust, put the hooks in Cola for a few hours. Then remove them and wash them in soapy water to remove the sugar. Rinse in clean water and dry.
A good barb means fewer fish getting unhooked and getting away. Our advice is to check the barbs of your hooks and sharpen them regularly, and replace any worn-out hooks. If in doubt, replace.
Your comfort is a vital part of the success of your fishing. Watertight waders (or chest waders) and jacket are essential. You can check waders for water tightness by putting them into water and checking that no air bubbles are produced. If there’s a problem, they can often be repaired: there’s a repair kit available.
Your fishing jacket and trousers have probably lost some of their original water-repellent qualities. To refurbish them, machine-wash at 30⁰ C. Use a thorough rinse and a gentle spin. For preference, line-dry. Occasionally, put them in the dryer at low temperature and short duration, which will improve their water-repellent qualities. You can also use a re-proofing spray to improve and extend the duration of the refurbishment.
Looking after a reel only takes a few minutes and means it can keep its properties for a long time.
Rinse the reel in soft water (1) but never immerse it. Next, dry carefully (2) using a microfibre cloth.
After taking the spool off the reel by unscrewing it, place a few drops of oil (WD40 type) on the spool pin (1) and the roller guide (2). Next, unscrew the crank before placing a few drops on the movement (3). Put the crank back on and turn it a few times to spread the lubricant properly.
After several fishing trips, the rod is likely to have accumulated dirt (dust, soil, sand, bait) which can scratch and damage it. Discover our advice for looking after your fishing rod properly.
To start with, rinse your rod in fresh water after each trip. Make sure you don't get any water inside the fittings.
A simple and effective product such as soft soap (available in supermarkets) works wonders for deep cleaning your press fit or telescopic rods. Pour the equivalent of a soup spoon full in a large basin full of warm water (or a bath) before submerging the rod parts in it. Rub gently using a microfibre sponge and dry the rod carefully using a soft cloth.
Leave the rod overnight in a warm room so that it dries completely.
The fittings must be checked before the start of each season.
For the rings, rub gently using a soft damp brush (not metallic) to remove impurities. Dry carefully using a microfibre cloth.
You can find Teflon grease in the cycling department in your Decathlon store
Don't hesitate to share your tips for looking after your fishing rod in the comments.
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