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h1>Salt Water Fishing Is Different From Freshwater Fishing</h1>

Many fishermen are finding saltwater fishing to be quite different than fishing in a lake or stream partly because the fish are quite different.  If you plan on fishing in the ocean, you’ll need different saltwater fishing gear from what you use for freshwater angling.  A saltwater fisherman will also need to use very different tactics from those of a freshwater fisherman in order to be successful.  Modern fishing is not just about skill, but proper equipment as well. A saltwater fisherman often needs very different equipment that a freshwater fisherman might use. If you are a freshwater fisherman that would like to do some saltwater fishing and catch fish  tuna, swordfish, cod, snapper, flounder, and mackerel, do not expect to be successful without first gaining some experience fishing in salt water, and also some changes to your equipment.

The first thing you need is a good rod. A saltwater fishing rod should be about nine feet in length, give or take a foot. When getting started you can get by without buying the top of the line tackle.  Look for something between one hundred and two hundred dollars, but not something that is dirt cheap.  A really cheap rod can inhibit your learning and even lead to bad fishing habits. Also,  cheap rods tend to have a resale value for much less than you paid for them.  If you start with a decent rod you can later resell it for a good price and upgrade your equipment.

Next on your saltwater fishing gear list is a good fishing reel that is designed for salt water use.  Saltwater naturally is more corrosive than freshwater, so you need to look for a reel that resists saltwater corrosion. Look for materials such as stainless steel, titanium, plated steel, fiber, or resin. For line to use with the reel select lines based on the type of fish you wish to catch.  Fish with sharp teeth and fins require a thicker leader to stand up to their rigors. If you are using a floating line in deep water with a weighted fly, use a longer leader. If you are using a sinking line in deep water, use a short leader.

Many fishermen disagree on whether you should construct your own fly, or buy one from a bait shop. There are advantages and disadvantages to both, but whichever you decide, make sure it is suited to the fish you wish to catch and is high in quality. The fly is meant to fool the fish, and low quality materials will not fool the fish.   You should not cut corners on your flies.  They are called “lures” because they entice the fish to bite.

If you hace experience in freshwater fishing you will not find the transition to be difficult.  Different techniques are required, and you should not waste your time by using the wrong equipment. There is an old expression “dress for success”.  To paraphrase, equip yourself to be successful and you will be just that.