Fishing Tackle - The Basic Fishing Equipment
At first, fishing rods were simple: a piece of wood, a rope, and a hook. Time went on, fishing devices were improved and today we have thousands and thousands different rods, lines and fishhooks for different fish and different methods of fishing.
Fishing Rods
To catch a first fish in human history, prehistoric humans used hands. This proved impractical (and in some cases dangerous) so they invented fishing rod and continued to improve it by changing materials it was made and its shape. Read more about fishing rod history.
Fishing Reels
Fishing reels were invented to prevent long fishing lines from tangling and to ease the pulling of the line when a fish is caught. From a simple mechanism they developed into small mechanical wonders that we know today.
Types of Fishing Rods and Reels
Choosing a right rod and reel for your fishing is very important. Not every reel can cast a light fly nor can every rod withstand the weight of a large fish. Find out more about types of fishing rods and reels.
Fishing Line
There is no fishing without a line, or at least – there is no angling without a line. When we started to fish we used natural materials for line but today we use synthetics which are more reliable. Learn more about fishing line.
Fish Hook
Fish hook is a simple device and it is not too surprising how it was invented at many places practically at once. It is more surprising how we still use it, some 23 millennia after. Find out more about fish hook types, sizes and more interesting facts about fish hooks.
Fishing Baits
Fishing baits are used to attract the fish and make it bite a fishing hook. Fisherman used baits and lures since the beginning. In time some of the switched to artificial lure because it is easier but the natural bait is still in use. Learn all about types of fishing lures and artificial flies.
