How to Buy Salmon Fishing Equipment

Different fish species require different fishing tackle and baits to catch. Salmon is no exception. Luckily fishing for salmon is a very popular pastime, making salmon tackle pretty easy to find. Most bait and tackle shops or sporting goods stores have your salmon fishing needs in stock.

• Go to a bait and tackle shop or sporting goods store where there is a huge selection of fishing gear. You can look through your favorite search engine to find a store near you.


• Know that salmon are pretty big fish and will require a strong line. Fluorocarbon lines work great for salmon fishing and so do monofilament lines. Use a name brand line that is used by professional anglers to ensure top quality.


• Ask a store clerk what types of rod or reels work well for salmon fishing, or bring a salmon fisherman with you to the store to help.


• Remember to make sure you have the proper gear. Saltwater salmon fishing calls for different gear than freshwater salmon fishing. Salt water can corrode your equipment. It’s best to use rods made of graphite or fiberglass when saltwater fishing. Ocean salmon fishing requires larger weights and hooks because saltwater salmon are generally larger and sit deeper down in the water.


• Use smaller fish for bait, such as packed roe for fresh and saltwater salmon. Saltwater salmon love smaller fish, but aren’t much into bug baits. They also enjoy crawfish baits.


• Purchase bottom bouncing weights for salmon fishing, which make your line and bait bounce to look more presentable to passing salmon.


• Choose a rod that is about 7 feet in length and made of graphite or fiberglass. Your rod should be able to handle up to 50 pounds, especially if you’re fishing for ocean salmon.


• Use a spinning reel or bait casting reel for salmon fishing.