Thread: How many folks use a dip net and when ?

I don't even own a net. I don't loose too many. I have lipped a couple.

Chris

I'll use one when fishing with someone who doesn't have the experience to know how to flip one in with one steady movement, it can be tough to get used to with 16' Rods


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I keep one beside me all the time. I think it's easier on the fish if you net it if you plan on releasing it. I don't need to keep every crappie I catch so I release a lot.

Most of the time I lift them over the side of the boat. Occasionally with fish two pounds or larger I will lipp them or use a net.

Nets are needed on Martin. The mouths seem to be softer. We lift the smaller fish but net 12 and up

Use a shorty more often to pick up marker. If a 15" + and shows to be poorly hooked will net. Don't like hooks getting hung up in the net so swing most in Nimrod style.

I use a net fairly often on good fish. There's just something about saying "get the net" a few times that adds to the enjoyment of the trip. Besides that I usually tear up a little if a good one gets off.

Originally Posted by arkcrappie

I keep one beside me all the time. I think it's easier on the fish if you net it if you plan on releasing it. I don't need to keep every crappie I catch so I release a lot.

I would think the net would rub off slime coat ?