how do you setup a fishing rod?
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it is very simple ,just make sure that all the eyes on the rod are aligned making sure that the joints are tight but do not force the sections together as they are nearly impossible to seperate if forced together,attach reel to handle and start to thread line through rod rings but make sure line is around bale arm and line will rerieve to reel when wound in if you do not do this then whole rod will have to be re-threaded,when line is out of top ring you can then attach float and weights and hook,hope this has helped,any more questions do not be afraid to ask
650836
Essentialy, you do it the same way you would from a boat. You're just comming at it from a different direction. Fish the cover; weed beds, stumps, rocks, or anything else that might hold fish.
587092
Insulate the rod with a good insulator. (Styrofoam for instance). Get a source of measured heat.(electric heater with known wattage).Get two temperature measuring instruments.(  cu-constantan thermocouples).Get a stop watch.Measure the cross sectional area of the rod by appropriate scales.Measure the length of the rod.\n\nUse the equation: Q=k*(T1-T2)/dt, where\nQ=Btu, T=temperature at one end of the rod, t=time\n\nbe careful with the units.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElectric
228467
You use a tiny treble hook, so that it floats up above the bottom. It will stay on, and you can catch big fish with a small hook.
1146064
Simple, throw some food that floats on the water and wait a few minutes until enough fish have gathered, then attach an M80 unless you have access to something strnger- a1/4 stick should do jsut fine- to a weight and a line and light and lower in to the water as quietly as possible to about 5-6 feet. Then just use a net to collect your catch
1062350
There are too many ways to list, but in addition to the other 2 responses above mine, you can put them on a leadhead jig, and jig them on the bottom. Try tying a palomer knot, and on the tag end tye on another hook, and rig 2 flukes this way.  You can also get a threeway swivel, and rig two at the same time, make one of the lines atleast 6 inches longer than the other though..  Start off with two different colors, and which ever one catches more is the one you use on both hooks.  That rig kills the smallies in my area.   I prefer using the threeway swivel.  I have also caught largemouth using this rig.  And you can catch bass, as well as trout using the jig method.  Here's a few articles about fluke fishing. Although the first one talks about parasites.  Have fun, and tight lines.
428217
Popping cork with live shrimp is probablly best but live shrimp can be expensive and you MUST HAVE AN AERATOR OR they will quickly die. You can also use a jig under popping cork(try different color grubs) or bottom fish. I tie a weight to end of line then make a loop about 8-12 inches above wt. to attach hook(but fishing on botttom also will put you where the dreaded hardhead catfish lives)
704227
Leave your rig (hook, bait, sinker) hang from the tip of the rod.\nAdjust the friction  button (lever in free spool) so that your rig falls slowly to the ground. From a height of 6 feet  it should take about 4 seconds to hit the ground.\nTake of the free spool , cast and press the free spool button or lever when your rod tip reaches at an angle about 45 degrees with your body. Quickly put your thumb on the spool and stop it when the bait hits the water.\nIf you mess up  more than 10 times buy a spinning reel it is so much easier. \nTight lines good luck.
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You may not need more than a knife and a needlenose plier:\n\nDeboning trout: Put trout on a cutting board and open it flesh side up. Cut of the flesh where the fins are attached (except for the fin between the two fillets). There is a row of bones between the two fillets. Run a paring or boning knife on both sides of this row of bones being careful not to cut through the skin. Using the pliers, pull the middle row of bones out. Run your finger along each fillet from head to tail to locate a row of bones in the fillets. Run your knife from head to tail holding it perpendicular to the fillet to raise the bones (do not cut into the fillet). Now you should be able to see and feel the bones much easier. Grab several bones at a time and pull in the dirrection of the tail. When no more bones remain, repeat with the other fillet. The first time you do this, it might take a little while, so keep your other fish refrigerated or over ice.
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Normally you take the test curve and add about 3/4 - 1 oz of weight to it, so a 3lb t/c rod should take a 4 oz lead max. I use 2 1/2 lb t/c rods and use 3oz of lead, any more and you will snap the rod tip or line on a strong cast, I wouldnt use a 6 oz lead as suggested to you as we use them on beachcasters, And most lakes have a 3 - 4 oz limit on their waters anyhow. tight lines
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In clear water, with a blue sky overhead, try a fairly dark coloured plug or jerkbait, along the lines of those you would use pike fishing. You can also try spinners, no particular kind, as they all work well on the right day. Just have a small selection of different colours and sizes. I prefer the mepps super vibrax, or the rublex ondex in sizes 4 - 6. Harris angling sell them for about £3 each, and there indesructable.\n\nIn overcast and cloudy water conditions, use the same types of lures and spinners, but opt for the ones with brighter colours. Tight lines
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i lived and fished their, remember your in deeper water so you may need a longer steel leader, do not use the nylon for your leader go to a store buy Thar steel leader kits wire,barrel ls, crimping tool. that set up is your friend. and do not be afraid of asking another fisherman pay attention and watch the success full ones. all so if you are rigged properly, and using the right jig,spinner,bait etc. if still not catching change your hook size people come their and use the largest hooks not necessary. and have fun, it is so beautifully there. god bless good luck.
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Use skein or power-bait with a #12 treble hook on a 6lb fluorocarbon leader with 1/8oz sinker and an indicater(small bober) try varios depths and allow to flow with current.\nSingle eggs or minnows on a snelled egg hook. as above.\nMaggots on a black mini-foo with split shot 2' above and indicator is my favorite.\nCasting spoons also works.\n\nhttp://steelheaduniversity.com/jigs.html
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There is a brand of weights called Florida Rigs...they have a small screw that goes into the head of whichever plastic bait you are using...I'm guesiing you're refering to bass fishing as it's most popular with plastic baits. For a beginner start with a 7" plastic worm or lizard in either black or dark purple. Use a Florida rig in 1/8 oz. size and do what is called a Texas rig to hook the bait on (look it up on any bass site). Throw your worm/lizard out and experiment with the retrieve until you find what the fish like best ie: hopping the bait, crawl the bait slowly on the bottom, swim the bait (late season technique) etc. When you feel a tap or resistance reel down and set the hook hard. This is important as you have to break thru the plastic to set the hook into the fishes mouth. Tight Lines!!\nPS: Have confidence in these baits....I can outfish any thrower of live bait any day with artificials...it's why the pros don't use live bait.
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There are alot of ways to practice fishing... especially casting.  When I started teaching my kids... we had five, five gallon buckets in the backyard.... different angles... different distances. A 3/8 once river wiegh was attatched and of they go .. taking turns at casting.  They started with thier thumb on the lever of a close faced reel with the rod at the 1 oclock position....then they bring the tipof the rod back over thier shoulder to the 10 or 11 oclock position... work the rod back forward releasing the thumb lever and stopping the rod at about the 2 oclock position.... spincasters and bait casters are different of course.
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If you are that much of a "novice" to fishing , my suggestion to you is to go to your local "Sporting Goods" store(example= Sports Authority, Gander Mountain, ETC), and question a salesperson extensively. You can also try your local "Bait-shop" store . \n\nIf you truly want "graphics" of spooling up a rod & reel, try Cabelas.com or basspro.com. They MAY be able to help you.  Good luck & Good fishing!
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Buy a rod that is designed for the type of fishing you enjoy. If your a beginner I would stay away from the expensive rods like G-Loomis. You can find a good rod and reel at wall-mart.