r/FishingForBeginners

Been lurking for a few weeks now gaining knowledge from this sub. I've went for an hour or two once a week since then and today was finally the day that I caught this monster! I know it's little but I feel so accomplished - in a funny haha kind of way.

I used this sub to choose an uglystik gx2 6'6" medium rod with a daiwa fuego lt spinning reel. Used mono and a texas rig (4" senko) the first trip and spent 90% of the time untangling with not a single bite.

Changed up to red worms and a weighted bobber the second time and went to a spot with structures and some kind of bug pvc pipes. Got plenty of bites but didn't set a hook. After talking with someone at the lake they let me know to go down to a size 6 hook. Today I did that and got this guy after 15 or 20min!

Unfortunately, it got dark really soon after that and I only got bites. I got caught up doing the hot water trick on my line (omg this helped so much) and time got away from me but I'm still pretty hyped lol! I know its small but I was alone and caught it myself! Depression and life have been REALLY kicking my ass since like... around Thanksgiving last year and this feels like maybe it's gonna end up being really good for my head. I'm hopeful and am looking forward to getting better and graduating from panfish to bass soon.

Anyways, thanks everybody for all your contributions! You know know how many people asking your own question or making a small comment will help!

I’ve been fishing a good bit with my friends and absolutely love it and i think it’s about time i get my own rod. i don’t mind spending this much money, i just want to know if this is a good rod because i know nothing about them. i do mostly lake, pond, river, and reservoir fishing around my town. i live in northeast ct. we catch mostly things like bass, crappie, bluegill, etc. thank you!

New Ollies Haul.

Got me some new baits that got my attention and would love to try also that mini rebel Popper is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen (the light baits are for other combos) still couldn’t resist to how cute is

This baitcaster caught my attention and the fact that the reel handle its on the left seal the deal for me. The thing is im not 100% sure how to set it up so i turn to you, my fellow anglers. I would like to know how would you setup this combo.

graphite 6’6” medium fast

8 - 17 lbs

Gear ratio 6.1:1

I posted a while ago that my reel was spooling low ( only occasionally ) and I didn't know why. Previous Post

Today I was fishing and this happened - the line got caught on the back of the bail, causing the low spooling that turned into a rats nest if I cast with it that way.

Diawa Crossfire 10003ib

edit : a number

Im trying to decide between the Daiwa Tatula X TW 100 vs Fuego CT.

Im confused because they are both listed as $150 MSRP on Daiwas sight, and the only difference i can see in their comparison chart is the fuego has a bit more drag, and insignificant ratio difference.(7:3:1 vs 7:1:1)

Does anyone know whats the real difference or have recommendations on choosing 1 vs the other?

I’ve never fished for trout on the river before , I have my chest pack with extra line, my tools and my waders all ready. I think I have all the necessities but if there’s any suggestions that would be great!

The spinners are all 0’s 1’s and 2’s and the spoons are 1/4 ounce and smaller I believe

BG 5000 bought off facebook, cleaned and regreased/oil. Even after cleaning it sounds aweful and doesnt spin freely.

Got it from our library for the boys and enjoyed it a lot myself.

Very good book.

Highly recommend it for beginners!

Second or third time trout fishing in a stocked river with fish that are feed everyday so they are smart when it comes to bait, should this work?

Hi, I fished for the first time with a group yesterday, and while it was a pretty great time; I lost my drag adjustment knob into the lake.

I have a pretty cheap Lost Creek 6-12lb pole I got from Sportman's Warehouse, so I know it's pretty sh*t anyways, but I'd like to at least try to fix it.

A whole replacement reel for this pole is only like 20 dollars, which I understand is basically nothing, but I would like to keep on using it.

Is there anywhere I could find this specific part, or I guess any other replacement drag adjustment knob that would be compatible? Or should I just buy a new reel?

Recently I was out on a fishing trip, pondering about life and hypothetical questions that matter - Serious stuff like what if the first person to discover colour blindness was actually colour blind and what we all know is all wrong; you know those types of questions 🤣

And then it came to me, eyes staring steely at the rod tips waiting for a rattle, legs ready to move quickly if the reel starts screaming.

The year is 2076, the Government have outlawed individuals from owning more than 1 rod and reel and worse still ... only allow 1 type method of fishing forever

punishment for those caught, severe .... you must watch the rod have a car door shut on the rod repeatedly until it becomes dust 😮

So yes serious stuff and consequences.

My question is ; what would you do?

Love to hear what you all think and also if anyone else goes into deep thought while fishing haha

Tight Lines !

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Guys, I just wanted to shoutout this community. I’ve been taking the advice of everyone and had one of the best days of fishing yesterday. Kept it simple, hook, bobber, good pleuger president combo ultralight, and some minners. You guys helped feed my family, and you couldn’t smack the smile off my face. I was able to ID different locations and caught EXACTLY what I was targeting for each spot.

any shore fishing advice for fishing here. I have a lot of confidence in inshore situations with mangroves and docks but no confidence from shore.