06-01-2009, 05:20 PM
Hello Friends!
I just discovered this site after searching for "fishing help" keywords. Please excuse me if I do not post in the correct forum section.
Fishing is my new hobby. To start, here's what I am seeking. I like to fish for catfish and bass (large mouth/ white bass). I like to sit relax and wait for fish to bite. Fly fish for me will probably years from now until after I have learned everything about fishing; may not be everything but important things.
I am planning on visiting Bass Pro Shop later this afternoon and needed some suggestions.
My questions:
1. What are the most common used rods and reels for Catfish and bass fishing? (I like spinning reels)
2. Size and type of fishing line for catfish and bass? Lbs?
3. Size of sinkers?
4. Size of hooks to use? What brands or styles works best?
5. Lures/ baits for bass and catfish?
I just discovered this site after searching for "fishing help" keywords. Please excuse me if I do not post in the correct forum section.
Fishing is my new hobby. To start, here's what I am seeking. I like to fish for catfish and bass (large mouth/ white bass). I like to sit relax and wait for fish to bite. Fly fish for me will probably years from now until after I have learned everything about fishing; may not be everything but important things.
I am planning on visiting Bass Pro Shop later this afternoon and needed some suggestions.
My questions:
1. What are the most common used rods and reels for Catfish and bass fishing? (I like spinning reels)
2. Size and type of fishing line for catfish and bass? Lbs?
3. Size of sinkers?
4. Size of hooks to use? What brands or styles works best?
5. Lures/ baits for bass and catfish?