There is nothing more relaxing than spending the day standing on a river bank trying to catch a fish. If you are a beginner to the world of fishing there are some tricks of the sport that will assist you in getting a large catch. A fly fishing tip is to purchase the correct equipment before attempting to hook your dinner.

A handy thing to do is watch some videos or buy a book on fly fishing. The videos are perfect for visually seeing how the pros go about hooking so many trout in a single day. A book will be a tool that you can take with you and reference as you go along.

The art of fly fishing gets its name from the type of bait used. The flies come in bright bold colors that catch the attention of the fish. There are two basic models to pick from a dry fly which floats on the water or a submerged which goes under the water to bob and resemble moving insects or fish. The both are available in different styles and colors.

After you make your first big catch it will be hard to not want to be near the water with rod in hand every free chance available. For this reason the rod you choose should be one that is well made, durable and a comfortable weight. Some rods can be expensive but if you want to use the same one for many years to come it will be worth the extra money.

Besides the rod you will need a reel. The reel also is available in different styles and price. If you are not planning on using the equipment more than a couple of times, some department stores have the rod and reel packaged together. They are not high quality but will do the job for a couple of fishing trips.

A reel is used to hold the fishing line. The reel of choice for most is one that can use interchangeable spools. An interchangeable spool means you can switch the lines without switching reels. The reel chosen should have a good smooth drag to it. If you are fishing for large trout or salmon the smoothness of the drag will make all of the difference in the fight.

Spend time playing around with the different options available in both rod and reel until you find the one best suited to you and what you intend to fish for. The fishing line you choose is also an important decision. Heavy line produces a smoother and further cast whereas a lightweight line may snap and not produce a good cast.

How to cast is an important fly fishing tip. The cast should be smooth and straight without any jerking. If you have never cast a line, practicing will help you get the hang of proper techniques. Find an area in the yard that is large enough for you to cast a good distance, mark a target and continue casting until you finally get in the target area.