San Francisco Bay Area Boater » rivers and streams http://www.sfboater.com Boating, Fishing, Hiking, and Camping in California Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:52:28 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 More Fishing and Boating Lexicon http://www.sfboater.com/more-fishing-and-boating-lexicon-3/ http://www.sfboater.com/more-fishing-and-boating-lexicon-3/#comments Fri, 07 Oct 2011 15:52:02 +0000 SFBoater http://www.sfboater.com/?p=1569 hooksFishery - This is a term that is used for lakes, rivers and streams where it is possible for people to come and catch fish, or to catch a specific type of fish, such as a trout fishery or a bass fishery.

Fish hook - This is a barbless or barbed hook that is used in order to catch fish. The sizes of fish hooks always make use of numerals, such as No. 2 and No. 4, for example.

Flat - This is a shallow section of water in the world of fishing, where fish for game are feeding or spawning.

Flipping - This is a method that is used for fishing, which involves swinging the lure rather than casting it to the target or to the structure, often trying to create the smallest amount of disturbance possible in the water. This is a technique that is often used for the purpose of strategically placing baits in thicker cover such as trees, bushes and stick-ups.

Flipping Stick - This is a type of heavy action rod for fishing that is between 7 feet and 8 feet in length and that is designed for the purpose of bass fishing through the use of flipping techniques and pitching techniques.

Florida Rig - This is similar in nature to a Texas Rig, with the only difference being that here, the weight is secured when it is screwed directly into the bait.

Float Tube - This is a specially designed fishing tube. The inner tube is covered using a casing that is fitted with a seat, and this makes it possible for an angler to float freely.

Floating and Float Fishing - These are terms that describe traversing a river, a stream or a lake using a watercraft while you are fishing, such as a tube, a raft, a kayak or a canoe for example.

Flutter Bait - This is any time of fishing bait that is cast and then flutters down resembling a bait fish that is dying. This type of baiting is commonly used when fishing for bass.

Fly or Flies - This is a natural insect that is used as food for fish, or it may be used to describe a natural insect's imitation which would be used by fly anglers.

Fly Casting - This is a method used by a fly fisherman in order to cast flies to spots that are likely to hold fish.

Fly Line - This is a type of fishing line that is specifically designed so that it can be used with tackle intended for fly fishing and a fly fishing rod.

Foul Hook - This means to hook a fish in any place other than the mouth when it takes a bait or a lure.

Forage - This describes the method by which fish look for food.

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Originally posted 2009-11-26 03:34:46. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Online Stores ]]> http://www.sfboater.com/more-fishing-and-boating-lexicon-3/feed/ 0 Selecting Fly Tackle http://www.sfboater.com/selecting-fly-tackle/ http://www.sfboater.com/selecting-fly-tackle/#comments Wed, 03 Aug 2011 23:17:22 +0000 SFBoater http://www.sfboater.com/?p=1408 flyfishingtackelFly fishermen tend to use 5 or 6 weight fly rods that are between 8 and 9 feet in length. Lighter weight rods work well when it comes to smaller streams but they tend to lack the backbone necessary for dealing with afternoon winds on open rivers as well as lakes. Double taper lines are capable of giving a much more delicate presentation and they are also well suited both for rivers and streams. Weight-forward types of lines tend to be best suited for distance casting and so they are best suited for lakes. Sink tip lines are especially useful for streams and wet flies in flowing water so that you will be able to control the floating portion. Full sinking lines with the slowest sinking rates are best for lakes.

River and stream dry flies should include Goddard Caddis, Humpy and Irresistible in sizes 14 as well as 16. All are going to float extremely well, especially in choppy waters. Smoother stretches of water that are moving are going to be better suited for ant patterns, Elk hair Caddis, Renegades, Adams and Royal Wulff, all in sizes between 12 and 18. The most common types of dry flies of the Sierras are going to center on the yellow, tan and cream spectrum as well as light olive and dark olive.

Popular still water fly patterns are going to include variations on the Leech, the Wooly Bugger and the Wooly worm, which are all capable of being fly cast and then retrieved as well as trolled. There are a number of other lake flies including emerger patterns such as Caddis Pupa, Crippled Mayfly or nymphs, such as the Damsel, Bird's Nest, Sheep Creek and Pheasant Tail. Standard types of dry flies such as Black Gnat, Mosquito, Adams and Light Cahill in the sizes ranging from 12 to 18 are all commonly used.

Make sure to select the tippets for tapered leaders using this formula: Size of the hook divided by 3 will equal the tippet size.

Example: size 16 fly / 3 = 5X tippet.

A basic set up should be rounded out with fly floatant, strike indicators and some tiny split shot as well.

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Freshwater Boats -

If you enjoy fishing in freshwater areas such as lakes, rivers and streams, then the boat that you need does not have to be massive. Instead, choose a boat made from fiberglass or aluminum. Make sure that the boat is easy to transport and light weight. Popular choices for freshwater fishing boats include bow riders, walley boats and runabouts, especially those offering a small console or a dual console.

Offshore Saltwater Boats -

Fishing out in the open sea is one of the more common types of fishing, allowing you to catch larger fish using heavier tackle. In this case you need a heavy, dependable boat because you are going to encounter a variety of different weather conditions and other situations on the open sea, and relying on your boat is absolutely vital. You may want to consider twin outboard motors or single outboard motors, and you are definitely going to want a center console or a cuddy cabin. You can even go further by buying a more luxurious boat, such as a blue water or a convertible with luxury quarters.

Inshore Saltwater Boats -

If your tastes run up to fish like bonefish, redfish, snook, trout or tarpin, then you are going to want an inshore saltwater fishing compatible boat instead. You are going to be looking for a lighter boat that is 25 feet or less. You only need a single outboard motor when fishing inshore, such as a flat or baby boat, which offers excellent deck space while still floating well in shallower waters.

Bass Boats -

These boats are best suited for tournament fishing and sport fishing. They tend to be colorful and fast, and they tend to ride low in the water which is preferable for bass boats with trolling motors mounted on the bow of the boat. You can generally choose between aluminum or fiberglass, and both will provide excellent platforms for fishing making casting much easier.

Float Tubes -

Float tubes may not necessarily be boats, but they're very handy for fly anglers that like to fish in mountain streams, lakes, ponds and some rivers. These float devices have seats, partially submerging the angler so that they can better navigate through the water.

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