Advantages And Disadvantages of

Fly Fishing From A Canoe

Some people like to fly fish from their canoe. But there are advantages and disadvantages to this unusual combination of activities.

People usually fly fish from land, standing still in the water, or from a larger boat. Fly fishing from a canoe may seem crazy initially, but there are many advantages. There are also disadvantages, but after overcoming them, you will have a fantastic fishing adventure.

Disadvantages

You will have to overcome some disadvantages before trying to fly fish from a canoe. Initially, you might find it hard to maintain control of your line since you are closer to the water than usual. If you catch a fish, you might find it difficult to reel it in without tipping the canoe, especially if it is a giant fish! Another disadvantage might be the tendency of the canoe to disturb the water. If you can stay motionless and are accustomed to the boat, then distressing the water will not be a problem. When you overcome these few disadvantages, you will experience the best fishing!

Advantages

The advantages of fly fishing in a canoe are significant if you can overcome the abovementioned disadvantages. Being in a canoe lets the fisher go over more water quickly. This is essential for good fly fishing. You can also get into untapped fishing holes they would not have been able to reach. Such locations usually do not allow motor boats, so a canoe is excellent! Another advantage is the silence. They do not have loud motors or propellers, only smooth, quiet rowing. This is an essential factor for fly fishers!

If you have a canoe, you are ready to try fly fishing. It is helpful for you to own the shortest canoe you can get. A faster boat will make fly fishing a lot easier. Try it sometime. It is relaxing and fun.

Are You Losing Fish Because Your Hook Isn't Sharp?

One of the things many fishermen neglect is hook care. Have you ever lost a big fish that was on and wondered why? Maybe, your hook wasn't sharp.

You need to check your hooks for sharpness if you fish brush piles, gravel beds, rockpiles, log jams, bridge pilings, timber, and boat docks. A sharpening tool should be a regular part of your tackle box. If you're on your way to fish and don't have a sharpener go to a drug store and get a diamond-dust nail file at a drug store. It's essential to check your hook's sharpness every time you get snagged.

Here is the way I test my hooks for sharpness:
Grab the hook's shank in one hand and gently put the point on your thumbnail, don't apply any force or pressure whatsoever. Now, try and move the hook across your thumbnail; if the end digs in, then the turn is sharp.

I also use this method for my pocket knife to test its sharpness.

Sharp hooks can make your fishing trip a success or failure. The big one doesn't have to get away when you have a strong theme.