When it comes to ultra light fishing, it seems to me that there are a few tips that everyone needs to keep in mind in order to have a fun day on the water. First of all, lets discuss what ultra light fishing is, before we get to the actual ultra light fishing tips. Ultra light fishing is simply using light line and ultra light action rods and reels to catch fish, rather than the size fishing equipment that most anglers are accustomed to using. Ultra light fishing. Once you get the hang of it, is the most enjoyable way to catch fish, in my humble opinion.
Once you start ultra light fishing, you'll quickly realize that your skills as an angler are going to be sharpened. Ultra light fishing teaches you to play your catch, rather that simply reeling your catch in. As a matter of fact, you'll never look at fishing the same, after ultra light fishing. And don't think for one minute that you can't catch large fish while fishing with ultra light gear. I've personally caught a seven pound walleye, numerous four plus pound smallmouth, and many trout twenty inches and over, all while using ultra light gear and four pound test monofilament line. But now lets get down to business with the ultra light fishing tips:
Change Your Line Frequently - I suppose I might be living in the stone ages, but I like to ultra light fish with four pound test monofilament. In my mind monofilament fishing line is the way to go. I know that there are all kinds of crazy lines out there these days that have the strength of climbing rope and are the diameter of a spider web, but I prefer monofilament fishing line for ultra light fishing. And again, I prefer to use four pound test. This means I must change my line frequently. During the heart of fishing season, this means once every two weeks or so because of abrasion and stretching. The bottom line is, don't be afraid to change your line frequently when ultra light fishing.
Match Your Rod & Reel To The Situation - When ultra light fishing, your gear is a key to success. So as water conditions change, you may have to change your gear, such as the length of your fishing rod. Foe example, I have a rod that I use in the spring, when the water is high, and a different rod for when the water is at "normal" levels. This aids in casting distance, as well as being able to keep my bait on the bottom, as the current changes. The bottom line is to match your rod and reel to the situation that you're fishing.
Fish At The Right Times - This isn't only an ultra light fishing tip, it's a general fishing tip, but that doesn't make it any less important. Whenever you're fishing you want to make sure that the odds are as much in your favor as is possible. This means paying attention to the weather and moon, and making sure that you're on the water when fish are the most active. You can get the information that you need in this FREE e-book, and you'll be on your way.
Be Patient - This seems obvious, and patience is obviously a key to all types of fishing, but patience is even more of a virtue in ultra light fishing. Especially when fighting a large fish. Because of the fact that you're using light line and such, being patient while fighting large fish is integral to success. Let the fish "do the work" and tire themselves out. Just remember, being patient is integral to ultra light fishing success.
These simple tips will help you out and make you more successful as and ultra light fisherman. How do I know this? Because I use every single one of these tips and they help me on almost every fishing trip. Do be careful though. Ultra light fishing is highly addictive, so you could very well end up hooked!
