Ultralight Gear

January 11, 2009 by Ultra Flight

Ultralight Gear

Ultralight fishing?

I'm just curious about the number of anglers who are actually interested in fishing with Ultralight Gear? What are your favorite lures or tactics? I recently started a group just for ultralight anglers on yahoo. Depending on how many people respond to this question, depends on whether I will keep it going. Any answers are greatly appreciated. Thank you.

I use ultralight gears on a regular basis. I've used ultralight gears in both fresh and saltwater. I've used both bait and lures. I've tried most if not all common methods except top water lures like buzzbait and crank bait. I've caught most common freshwater species in my area which includes trout, bluegill, redear, large mouth, small mouth, crappie, tiliapia, carp and catfish. I only need to land a striped bass to complete the list. The biggest carp I've landed with an ultralight gear is an 18lb carp with 2lb line and flylined dough bait. The biggest catfish is 12lb with 4lb line and fly lined dough bait. The biggest large mouth is a little shy of 5lb and the biggest small mouth is 4.5lb and they were caught with 2lb line and a small plastic jig. The biggest crappie is almost 2.5lb with 2lb line and a small pink colored plastic jig. The biggest trout is around 10lb and it was caught with 2lb line and a 1/8oz rooster tail.

As for saltwater species, I've caught mackerel, bonita, various surf perch, smelt, needlefish, sardine, opaleye, croaker, spotted sea bass, halibut and several unknown species. Most fish were landed using plastics or spoons.

I was almost spooled twice while saltwater fishing and I was at fault both times. I have less than 60 yards of line on the reel and I cast my spoon out too far. When big fish hit the spoon on the drop or on early retrieve, I was left with too little line to work with. I was almost spooled once while fishing for carp. I thought I was fighting a 10lb+ carp but the fish was merely cruising around. When it realized that it was hooked, it shot straight across the lake and I couldn't run after it or make it turn. As a result, I was forced to thumb the spool and let the line snap at the hook before I loose all my line.

I don't have any complaints on ultralight gears except that they are a little hard to set the hooks on large mouth. I usually turn and take several quick steps back or to the side in order to set the hook deeper. I still couldn't properly set hooks on large mouth bass 100% of the time. Ultralight gears are fun because you have to work harder for your catch. I know I won't catch my biggest fish with them but they gave me the most satisfaction.

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Big Agnes – Best Camping Equipment

The sleeping bags from Big Agnes are not insulated on the bottom portion. Because of this, the bags do not lose the warmth when you sleep in it. These bags have a sleeve on the bottom into which you can slide in. You feel comfortably warmer and can enjoy a good sleep whether you are at home or somewhere far in the jungle. The different types of sleeping bags they offer are the classic sleeping bags, superlight mummy bags, women’s sleeping bags, couples, and children’s sleeping bags. These bags are available in smaller pack sizes and have sleeping pads also in them.

The sleeping pads can be bought separately or along with the sleeping bags. Some bags have in-built bags which maintain the warmth and comfort while you sleep. Big Agnes offers air chamber pads, self-inflating, memory foam, and lightweight pads. These are made of foam or nylon fabrics making it smooth and gentle on your skin.

The tents come in different varieties like 3-Season Tents, 4-Season Tents, Ultralight Tents, Superlight Tents, Backpacking Tents, Mountaineering Tents, and Solo Tents. The Ultralight tents are made of extremely lightweight materials and have lots of space inside. Thought lightweight, the materials are tested and are found to last long in the extreme weathers also. The backpacking tents can be folded to the maximum and carried as a backpack when not in use. The mountaineering tents are built to resist high speed wind currents and the frames are made of rust proof, strong materials. Most of the tents have extra large vestibules for storing things; can shelter four to eight people and the gear, and have lots of mesh pockets.

The duffels also are available in different sizes and varied styles. You can buy heavy luggage duffels if you intend to carry more items with you. There are water resistant duffels, padded duffels, camping and hiking duffels, as well as pillow duffels, and chair kit duffels. You can carry these easily as backpacks and take along wherever you go.

The special products from Big Agnes are very much in demand and there are discounts on these products owing to the demand. So the availability will be limited. Some of these products are Pre-Production Sleeping Bags, Mummy shaped sleeping pads, Superlight Mummy bags for women, Superlight synthetic bags, Pre-Production Tents, Royal Flush 3 tents, bug screen, Big Agne T shirts, Recycled sleeping bags, waterproof rolling duffels, and small size duffels.

You can shop online or locate Big Agnes dealers near you. When you order online you can check the website for information on the warranty, repairs, return policies, and shipping charges.

About the Author

Big Agnes offers you a variety of camping and backpacking gear. This includes bags, tents, sleeping bags, sleep pads, duffel bags, and so on.John Petersons has been contributing to leading magazines for the past 10 years. He's also an accredited researcher on the subject for leading research institutes in the US.

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