![]() You are reeling in a healthy and vibrant Sunfish and you want to keep them healthy and vibrant. This is not the Bass Master Classic, do not over do it. Gently lift your rod tip a few inches to connect with the fish and set the hook into its mouth. Start by slowly reeling in your line until it is taut. Gradually bring the rod back to center with your body, releasing the finger that’s pinching your line once the momentum of your rod is in front of you.Īfter you have confirmed the 5 second rule, you need to set your hook. Slowly, direct your rod to the side of your body at a 45 degree. Open the bail with your opposite hand while pinching the line between your index finger and the rod handle with the hand gripping the rod. Hold the rod in your throwing hand, with the reel’s shaft in-between your middle and ring finger. If a dock or deeper water is not accessible on your first trip, you will need to learn how to cast. Sight fishing is challenging to explain but you will have a natural ability to land fish if they are visible next to the dock. of water, you should be able to see the active Panfish underneath and may not need to use the bobber. Simply open your bail and let your rig fall to the water right next to the dock. Panfish hold closely to the dock and scavenge for anything edible that falls nearby. If you have access to a dock on this first trip, don’t worry about casting your bait out. mono is the best option for versatility and ease of use. These will be better suited for mastery later in your journey. There are some other great line types such as Braid and Flourocarbon. Once you get into higher tests or different line types, a secure fishing knot is more challenging. ![]() It is strong enough to land a Largemouth Bass that may happen to take advantage of your Panfishing presentation, but slender enough to target Panfish. monofilament is the ideal fishing line while you are still learning the basics. When you open the bail to cast, the line will pool out to its original shape. Fresh monofilament will curl to its original circumference from the spool you purchased, which is typically twice the size of the circumference of your reel’s spool. Leave about 1/8 of an inch between your spooled line and the rim of your spool. ![]() Your reel may be able to handle a few more yards than the recommended amount above, but it is important not to over spool. ![]()
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