There will be times when it is
most effective to rely on your vision to spot fish and cast to them. In clear water situations it is often
advantageous to locate and target individual fish. Sight fishing can also be
effective in targeting the biggest fish. Small fish are great, but we are all
after the big one.
You will need a good pair of
polarized sunglasses such as Costa Del Mar 580 Triple Tail Sunglasses or Oakley Straight Jacket Sunglasses for sight fishing. These are two good
brands for any sight fisherman.
When you are casting to
particular fish, don't cast right on top of it. If you are fly fishing, cast a
few feet above the fish and let your fly drift down past its nose. Or if you
are spin fishing a lake, cast past a fish and then drag your lure right past
it. You don't want to cast directly on top of a fish or else there is a good
chance that you will spook it as your lure hits the water.
Note if the fish is feeding on
the surface or on the bottom and adjust your presentation accordingly. You want
to present your lure right in the fish's feeding zone. Accurate casting is
crucial when sight fishing. If you are fishing blindly than most of the time
your accuracy isn't so crucial; however, in sight fishing, there is little room
for error.
