Best fishing nets according to redditors
We found 52 Reddit comments discussing the best fishing nets. We ranked the 35 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 52 Reddit comments discussing the best fishing nets. We ranked the 35 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
The shy ones are v skittish and will flee at the first sign of danger.
Good luck!
Redington Crosswater combo ($132 with Prime)
If he likes smallmouth and catches them in his favorite creeks then get the 6wt. If he prefers trout then get the 9' 5wt option. This rod in a 6wt will also work for pond/lake fishing for bass. If he went to a bigger river then he would do fine with it as well, whether wading or in a boat.
He will also need a leader and some tippet. For $8.61 you can get him an individual leader, or for $16 you can get him the three pack. For tippet, if you get him the 8 pound leader then you should get him the 8 pound tippet for $7.57.
For leader longevity he will want tippet rings for $11.72. This will allow him to use his leaders for much longer rather than needing to re-buy leaders sooner. I know we're outside of your budget at this point past the leader, but if you can swing it then all of these things will provide what he needs outside of flies. Maybe someone else is getting him presents and could supplement the rest. Sometimes fly rod combos will come with leaders, but I didn't see it mentioned on the Crosswater combo. You'll notice I tailored it more to bass. If you find out he's more of a trout guy, then read on.
For $10.78 you can get a 3-pack of 9' 4x leaders. He can fish small streamers and nymphs with these, but would want a thinner leader for dry flies. For creeks he will probably fish small streamers and nymphs most of the time anyways, so this is a good choice (in my opinion). You'll still want the tippet rings listed above to make the leader purchase last a long time. For tippet, a spool of 4x tippet material for $11.43. The tippet prices seem high to me so you might want to dig around some more for options.
Other doodads to consider would be nippers and a zinger, hemostats, and a net. Teeth are a substitute for nippers, but biting through fishing line does wear your teeth. Hemostats aren't as necessary if he pinches the barbs on his hooks. You can get away with not using a net, but it is easier on the fish and the fisherman to use one.
Hopefully this helps and points you in the right direction. If you have questions just send me a message.
You could also clamp a fishing net on a camera tripod and angle it to catch your brass.
Handy part being you can use it for most any rifle, pistol or shotgun.
Here ya go
Lightweight. Durable as hell. Rubber coated to help the trouts. Nice and big.
Off the top of my head, a good multitool like a Leatherman.
A scale with measuring tape. For making sure you are within a size limit or for bragging rights.
Bogagrip like grabber or Fish Gripper for handling fish.
Hemostat for extracting a deep hook.
A good hat, UV rated shirt, sunblock and mosquito/tick repellent. Maybe a backpack with water reservoir a la CamelBak. I also keep a small first aid kit and a hook removal kit just in case.
Dry bag if you are going to be on a boat or kayak. No one likes a water damaged phone.
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A folding net. Nothing is worse than having a good fish and losing because it too big to drag it up on the bank. I lost a good sized trout last week because I didn't have a net handy.
I just ordered this one. I had the shorter handle version but I laid it down somewhere on the river and it was gone. You don't need a hundred + net. Those are for the people who think gear makes them a better fisherman.
35" Fly Fishing Fish-Safe Net by Trademark Innovations (Burl Wood) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0163H4Y5U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_JB5SybDJ2FQYK
Most C&R trout situations are improved with landing nexts. Itâs hard to get a fish in hand with a long rod and long leader/tippet. Even with barbless, you may have to handle the fish to get the hook out. With a net, itâs easier to keep them in the water and reduces the amount they fight. Plus itâs easy to snap a quick pic in the net if you want to. Hereâs a cheap rubber one (key to protecting the fish) I use. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HRLL3PA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HIi7Ab7SSAYJH
Here's one I got from Amazon. I've had it for 2 years and haven't had an issue. I've never tried a more expensive net, so I couldn't tell you what makes them better.
Get a big net and some rope
I sacrifice a rod holder and purchased an extendable flinging net from amazon. Works great for bass and not super expensive. PLUSINNO Fishing Net Fish Landing Net, Foldable Collapsible Telescopic Pole Handle, Durable Nylon Material Mesh, Safe Fish Catching or Releasing (12"/31cm Hoop Size (Fixed Pole)) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071XMJJ93/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_K8y4CbE98170C
They have nets with 5 ft plus reach. And they are much thinner than the xbox. You could try to grab it using the net and then pull it closer to the edge so you can use your hands to feed it thru.
These fishing nets have a very sturdy metal pole and a large oval made of metal. Great for pushing and moving stuff to clear it of the other garbage.
Something like this is perfect.
https://www.amazon.com/PLUSINNO-Foldable-Collapsible-Telescopic-Releasing/dp/B07221SH3B?ref_=Oct_CABSellerC_3409171_0&pf_rd_p=327c00f2-f68c-5151-b458-83f11560d32c&pf_rd_s=mobile-hybrid-5&pf_rd_t=30901&pf_rd_i=3409171&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=K1AW7KZTFYQFRYA9Z686&pf_rd_r=K1AW7KZTFYQFRYA9Z686&pf_rd_p=327c00f2-f68c-5151-b458-83f11560d32c
Amazon has a variety of nets to choose from. I would wait for the net to come before getting started. I had used the measurements on the description page for the circumference of the net and it was 2 inches off. Luckily the net has a little stretch to it. I had referenced this guide for a lot of the process. I did not have a steam box so what I did was just ran the thin strips for the hoops in a hot shower for about 5 minutes making sure they were thoroughly soaked before bending them. I personally didn't use a form for this but it shows, clamping directly to the soaked wood left deep imprints. Hope that helps. Can't wait to see what you come up with! If you have any specific questions during the process just ask!
Frabill Steelhead net i think weighs around 10-11 oz. Pretty light for its size.
My local hardware store had one for $22. It is just like this one on Amazon.
I'm currently using a Frabill 3673 Rubber Handle Trout Net with the elastic cord cut off. I have an Orvis Gear Keeper retractor, and it is attached to the rim of the net, in between the net fabric and the handle with a small yellow piece of zing-it (leftover from creating some dummy cord for another project).
The net itself is very light, easy to handle in the water, especially when there's current, and the wide opening makes landing fish of any size a breeze. One downside is that i can no longer use my net as a seine using a Quick Seine Net attached onto my net handle. Also, it's large size makes an awkward and clumsy hike in when the fishing access is of any distance from the parking area.
I like the retractor, but find that it's kind of long, so when worn on a vest, it hangs lower than i'd like. Same when worn on my waist as part of my current setup, which is a Fishpond Thunderhead Lumbar pack. I clip the retractor to the orange grab handle and let it hang behind me.
I've considered using a magnet to help wrangle the net closer to my hip when fishing, but haven't found a comfortable way to do that just yet. I'm also going to try using the thunderhead's fishing net handle sleeve to see if that makes any difference with comfort and clumsiness on my next fishing excursion.
It's a bit pricey, but here you go
I thought of an accessory that is worth mentioning in this thread, the Handi Seine. It's an ultra fine mesh seine sock that fits over a standard trout net to catch bugs when you turn over rocks in the water. It can really help figure out what the local nymphs and critters are and how small they are. Amazon lists it at $14.89, but I got this one at the VA fly fest for half that. You could make one out of women's nylon stockings. (Do those even still exist?) Bonus feature, when not catching bugs you can stash a few brewskis in it and anchor it with a rock to let the river keep your brews cold so you don't have to carry them while you wade.
Would something like this work? The other ones on Amazon were $50-100. That one doesnât show a weight limit though.
Surprised no one suggested a net. Not sure what species you're targeting, but it it's trout you should really scoop up a rubber/rubberized net. This net is crazy durable and way better than other nets in the same price range.
If you're targeting bass/saltwater fish, you're probably fine without one. Trout are giant babies compared to most other fish, and can die if you handle them wrong. I'd skim an article about trout handling too, if you know the main do's and don'ts you should be fine.
Polarized shades are nice to have too, they help you see your fly on the water and fish in the river if the water's clear. You could grab some cheap ones at wally world, but I think dropping $50 on a pair of sunclouds is worth it. Go for copper/brown lenses, they're the most versatile. Even if you don't stick with fly fishing, they're nice to have.
catchcam net
frabil
For taking pictures you can net the fish remove the hook and keep the fish in the water while you dig your camera out. Less stress for the fish and you!
This is the net.
link for net
https://www.amazon.com/KastKing-MadBite-Improved-Fishing-Telescopic/dp/B07S395F1D/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmr0_1?dchild=1&keywords=kastking%2Bfolding%2Bnet&qid=1571739079&sprefix=kastking%2Bfo&sr=8-1-fkmr0&th=1&psc=1