Gear Setup and Inspection

Gear Setup and Inspection

• Line Knotting: Use the "Improved Clinch Knot" or "Palomar Knot" for secure hook attachment.
• Float Adjustment: Set depth so bait hovers in the target zone (e.g., carp feed near the bottom).
• Safety Checks: Ensure rod is crack-free, line is fray-free, and wear a life jacket (saltwater) or anti-slip shoes (shore fishing).

II. Fishing Process: Step-by-Step Execution and Tips

1. Chumming and Attracting Fish

• Chum Options:
• Freshwater: Rice wine-soaked grains (attracts crappie, k), corn (attracts grass carp).
• Saltwater: Shrimp powder + flour mix (attracts sea bass, black bream).
• Chumming Method: Use a chum dispenser to precisely deposit bait without spooking fish.
• Tip: Replenish chum sparingly to keep fish active.

2. Casting and Bait Control

• Casting Techniques:
• Sidearm Cast: Hold rod with left hand, pinch bait with right, cast at 45° for accuracy.
• Overhead Cast: Best in windy conditions; toss bait overhead to reduce resistance.
• Bait Presentation:
• Live Bait: Keep worms/shrimp lively; expose hook tip slightly.
• Commercial Bait: Mix as per instructions (e.g., 1:0.8 water ratio), mold into shape, and hook gently.

3. Float Reading and Striking Timing

• Float Signals:
• Crappie: Quick dip or rise (strike immediately).
• Carp: Gentle taps followed by slow sinking (delay 1 second to ensure deep hooking).
• Sea Bass: Sudden blackout (strike forcefully to prevent slipping).
• Striking Technique:
• Snap wrist upward to set hook, then maintain tension to avoid unhooking.