If you are new to fishing, it is best that you clean or do maintenance to your fishing equipment so it doesn't get damaged. You should also pay particular attention to the fishing reels. The fishing reel is combined with the fishing rod that will allow you to reel in the fishing line whenever you catch a fish or if you want to throw the line again in another direction. If you went fishing in saltw
ater, make sure to clean them after every trip (even if you have a reel specifically made for saltwater conditions). However, if you went fishing in fresh water, then you can clean it anytime you want. Just remember, your fishing reel is an important part of your rod because this helps you easily catch that fish. When you clean your fishing reel, this will help the durability of your fishing gear. DON'TS WHEN CLEANING FISHING REELS
Don't clean your fishing reel using salt water. Instead, use fresh water since salt water can eventually damage your fishing reel. That is why, when you go saltwater fishing, make an effort to clean your fishing gear immediately after every fishing trip. Never aim a spray nozzle or a hose directly at the reel because this will produce a kind of high pressure that will force sand, dirt, and salt into the drag and gearing systems. This will damage your fishing reel. When you clean the fishing reel, you can clean it by using a light fresh water rinse. Aim the reel downward so that the water that carries the salt, sand, and dirt goes down along the rod and to the ground and not into the drag and gearing systems. When the fishing reel is dry, you can wipe it down with lubricant before you store it. Don't leave the drag knob on when you clean the underside of the spool. Instead, undo the drag knob first before you proceed to grease the shaft and put the drag knob and spool into place. However, keep the drag knob loose to avoid putting pressure off the drag washer when it is not being used. Make sure to put sewing machine or high-grade reel oil on the handle knobs, bail arm springs, line rollers and folding handle and then wipe off the remaining oil. We don't expect everyone to be fishing every day so it is a huge possibility that your fishing gear will be stored and possibly forgotten until your next fishing trip. Maintenance of the fishing reel is still part of cleaning it. Make sure that you continue to lightly grease the gears and bearing periodically. Do not use too much grease because sometimes other people seem to overdo it. Also, try to reassemble the parts correctly since there are many parts. If ever you are not sure what you're doing, if you have questions about your fishing gear, if it was damaged or if you need some cleaning you can always contact us for assistance. Your fishing rods and reels are your most important fish catching tools, so you should know how to keep them in good working order. After all, no one wants to lose out on catching that trophy fish due to a broken rod tip or a frozen reel. However, with proper maintenance, you can keep your fishing gear in tip-top shape for a long time.
1. Use mesh rod covers when transporting your fishing rods. Whether you are taking them down the boat ramp or storing them in your boat’s rod locker, or garage using mesh rod covers to transport your fishing rods will prevent lines from getting tangled up. Additionally, the mesh coverings will also provide some cushion to protect your blanks and guides.
2. Keep your rods straight and together while travelling. During your boat trips, make sure to put your fishing rods in their holders or inside of your rod lockers. Anything from the blanks to the reels can easily get scratched when they are bouncing around while the boat is running or in transit to your favorite spot.
3. Remove any hooks or lures after fishing. After a day of fishing, make sure you remove any hooks or lures from your fishing rods. Neglecting to do so could cause your lines to get badly tangled. In fact, with hooks still on the line, you will end up finding that hook getting caught on everything, including you. So save yourself the trouble and have it removed after each fishing trip.
4. Rinse your fishing gear off thoroughly. Rod racks keep your rods organized and safe from tangling while stored at home. Make sure to use fresh water to remove any dirt, grit, or saltwater residue that might be left on your fishing gear. Once your gear has been washed, dry it carefully using a soft cloth and use reel lubricant to clean up your reel components.
5. Store your fishing gear properly. Use a proper rod storage rack in order to store your fishing gear in a way that won’t bend the rods or cause the components from rubbing up against each other. Additionally, you need to avoid leaning your rods next to each other and storing them in an upright position within your garage, as it will make your fishing rods more susceptible to damage. With these tips, you should have no problem keeping your fishing gear in great shape. After all, an amazing day of fishing always begins with the right fishing equipment for the job!
