What are they talking about? Part 2
Continuing on from Part 1
Star Drag
A star drag is to adjust a multiplier reel's braking system.
Identified by a star-shaped wheel behind the handle used to adjust tension on the internal drag washers.
Stike
A strike is the act of quickly lifting or sweeping the rod backwards when a fish bite is detected to set the hook firmly in the fish's mouth.
Skill and timing is needed to judge the right moment based on the fish species, bait type, and line tension.
Through Action Rod
A through action rod (often called a slow or progressive action rod) is designed to bend throughout its entire length.
This flexible, parabolic design absorbs the shocks of fighting fish.
For beginners, it also allows for easier, forgiving casting.
Trace
A trace (or rig) is the terminal tackle connecting the main fishing line to the hook, typically comprising swivels, beads, links, and hook lengths.
It’s usually made of line that has a high resistance to sharp fish teeth and rubbing on the sea bed.
Unicorn
Refers to the cod because of the barbule on the underside of it’s mouth and in some areas, can be a rare catch.
Uptide/Downtide Fishing
Uptiding involves casting away from the boat against the tide to avoid spooking fish.
Downtiding involves dropping gear directly down with the tide.
A heavy grip lead is used and a large bow of line is allowed to form in the tide, which pulls the lead into the seabed and keeps the bait stationary.
The rod tip pulls down and then when a fish dislodges the grip lead, springs back straight.
Wire Gauge
Wire gauge refers to the thickness of the metal used to make a hook, directly determining its strength, weight and penetration ability.
Sea hooks range from fine wire to heavy gauge/duty.
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Rip Tide
A rip tide or more accurately a rip current, is a strong, narrow, and localised flow of water moving away from the shore, typically cutting through breaking waves.
Caused by water returning to sea after being pushed landward by waves, these currents can be prime fishing spots because they create channels for baitfish.
Rubby Dubby
See also Chum.
Rubby Dubby or Chum refers to a mixture of fish scraps, blood, and oil placed in a mesh bag (or sack) and suspended in the water to attract fish, acting as a potent chumming technique in sea angling. It is commonly used to create a scent trail for sharks, rays, and other species.