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- Posted on Thursday, August 28, 2008
Top 5 Reasons for Making Your Own Fishing Lures
By: Ryne Lambert
Imagine this: You are on sitting on the dock, feet hanging over the side, and a fishing pole in your hand. You are talking to your best friend, drinking a coke, when there is a quick jerk on your fishing pole. You start reeling as fast as you can, and after a minute or two the fish finally emerges from the water hanging from your lure on the end of the line. What an adrenaline rush.
Fishing is one of the most popular and relaxing ways for one to spend their leisure time. It is also one of the best ways to bond with family and friends. I’ll never forget the first time my dad took me fishing, it is one the best memories of my childhood.
Fishing like many other sports and hobbies requires costly equipment. A boat can cost as much as a new car. Fishing poles can cost anywhere from $20-$200. Don’t forget about other equipment such as fishing line, weights, a tackle box, and most importantly a vast variety of fishing lures.
Lures are the main factor that decides whether or not you catch a fish. Different fish are attracted to certain types and colors of lures, at certain times of the year. So to be prepared for all these circumstances a fisherman must have an extensive assortment of fishing lures.
Instead of buying fishing lures some fisherman choose to make their own.
Here are the top reasons to make your own fishing lures:
1. Saves you money. Fishing lures can cost anywhere from $2-$15. Most range from $3-$8. Buying a wide variety of fishing lures can cost you hundreds of dollars. Why buy lures, when you can make them for pennies.
2. Gain a hobby. Instead of watching television, get a hobby that relates to something you love. Making fishing lures is fun hobby and a useful way to pass the time.
3. Stay in touch with fishing away from the water. Making your own fishing lures will keep your mind on fishing even when there is not a pole in your hand.
4. The great feeling you get when you catch a fish on a lure you made. It always feels good to catch a fish, but it feels even better when you know that your lure that you made is reason you caught it.
5. You will be the envy of you buddies when fishing. When fishing with your buddies they will definitely be impressed that you made your own lures, and might even ask to use one.
Making your own fishing lures will enhance your fishing experience on and off the water. Not only will you save money, but you will gain a hobby, and learn an impressive skill.
Learn more about making your own fishing lures by visiting my blog at http://constructyourownfishinglures.blogspot.com.
Ryne Lambert is a college student and entrepreneur. He is working on his degree in business at the University of Wisconsin. His hobbies include attending sporting events, watching movies, listening to music, playing sports with friends, playing video games, and spending time with family.
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