Opinions needed on Nets

[Guest rwolfe]

I am looking to get a new net and would welcome any opinions/advise. I currently use the typical wood frame with a mesh lining. The problem I have with it is that I frequently get tangled/hooked up in the mesh if the fish happens to flop around a time or two. It has a somewhat deep pocket and I wondered if a more shallow pocket might work better? or one with the rubber mesh?

[Danoinark]

I have had more luck with the mesh type catch and release nets that are not so deep. Dano

[Midge]

I got a new rubber bag net this year, and I love it. It's not any heavier than my old net, and I don't get hooks tangled in my net any more. You will have to pay more for these nets.

[Terry Beeson]

Are we talking catch and release or keepers? If C&R I would suggest you consider using a Ketchum Release tool or similar instead of a net unless you want a picture.

While I don't use one myself, the rubber nets are the ticket you're looking for. They are more expensive than the mesh, but it gets rid of your problem. For me, I'll deal with the occasional tangle... Yet ANOTHER reason for barbless hooks...

[John Berry]

I would also recommend that you get the largest net you can find. The only time I use a net is when I land a big fish. You don't need a net for a dink.

[armyflyfisher]

I realize that I am a relative newbie to this forum and to fly fishing in general.....and I have searched game fish guides...high and low....but I cannot locate a species of fish known as a 'dink."

Local variety? Easily caught on the long rod?

David

[Danoinark]

I realize that I am a relative newbie to this forum and to fly fishing in general.....and I have searched game fish guides...high and low....but I cannot locate a species of fish known as a 'dink."

Local variety? Easily caught on the long rod?

David

Ah, Salmonoid Littlebittyus. It is my most caught fish. I consider myself a dink specialist!

Dano

[Crippled Caddis]

John wrote:

<I would also recommend that you get the largest net you can find. The only time I use a net is when I land a big fish. You don't need a net for a dink.>

AMEN! The average 'trout net' verges on useless when you really need a net. Unfortunately I really needed a net today and it was in the van.;o(

I managed to beach the fish and revive it (successfully I hope) but I really must solve the carrying hassle so I have it when needed.

[jdmidwest]

I have always found that when one is too big for the net it is too big for the frying pan also. Saves on taxidermy fees too. Catch and Release on streams, trout taste like fish, yuk! Don't touch the fish either they give you cooties. Use barbless hooks and let them go!

[Terry Beeson]

In that case... I have two nets for sale...