If you’ve never bought much fishing gear before, get ready to be intimidated by the different types of fishing line that are on the market right now. The more you know about fishing equipment, the better prepared you will be to buy the right stuff for your own fishing needs.

There really isn’t something at simple as plain old fishing line. The days of horse hair, silk, or linen fishing lines are long gone. Since the 1930s fishermen have used artificial materials like nylon, dacron, and the like. Today’s fishing line is yet another example of “better life through chemistry.” So here’s a quick introduction to modern fishing line. Click to continue »

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The best fishing gear upgrades for you depend on the type of fishing you are engaged in, your skill level, and your budget. When you start out as a fisherman, it really does make sense to spend as little as possible while still making sure you get usable equipment. Honestly, there are so many choices available for cheap but perfectly decent equipment that paying any more than necessary is simply wasting money. Take time out to make sure that the equipment you are buying is suitable for your type of fishing, but spend too much too soon. Click to continue »

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