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Favorite landing net for reds and specks?
Posted on 10/1/18 at 6:53 am
Posted on 10/1/18 at 6:53 am
I need to replace my old landing net and I'm having a problem deciding what to buy. I looked at all of the nets at Academy and didn't really see one that I was crazy about.
I'm not real big on the telescoping handles, and would prefer a single stout handle.
I'm also not crazy about trusting a single spring loaded button to keep the net on the handle.
I saw lots of nets that had good tangle resistant mesh, so that wasn't an issue. Anybody got one that they've had a while and really like?
I'm not real big on the telescoping handles, and would prefer a single stout handle.
I'm also not crazy about trusting a single spring loaded button to keep the net on the handle.
I saw lots of nets that had good tangle resistant mesh, so that wasn't an issue. Anybody got one that they've had a while and really like?
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Posted on 10/1/18 at 7:04 am to Tigerhead
Seems like finding a quality, simple, medium sized net is a real challenge.
Right now Im using a too expensive telescoping version. Rubber handle that is almost too big, and a nice rubberized net.
It works, but comparable to a yeti. Too much to worry about and too expensive. Im sure I’ll lose it next trip. Will try to find a pic.
My cooy/paste skills suck, but Cabelas has an ok selection online.
ETA: The one that I have is the S2 that UncleJackD posted a link to. I didn't realize that you could get a brush attachment...
Right now Im using a too expensive telescoping version. Rubber handle that is almost too big, and a nice rubberized net.
It works, but comparable to a yeti. Too much to worry about and too expensive. Im sure I’ll lose it next trip. Will try to find a pic.
My cooy/paste skills suck, but Cabelas has an ok selection online.
ETA: The one that I have is the S2 that UncleJackD posted a link to. I didn't realize that you could get a brush attachment...
This post was edited on 10/1/18 at 8:57 am
Posted on 10/1/18 at 7:10 am to Grassy1
I don't mind paying for quality. If you like the net please post up the brand name and I will check them out.
Posted on 10/1/18 at 7:11 am to Tigerhead
Posted on 10/1/18 at 7:13 am to Uncle JackD
Posted on 10/1/18 at 7:26 am to Tigerhead
I got a tangle free one that is telescopic from Academy.
Posted on 10/1/18 at 7:47 am to Uncle JackD
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Check out EGO nets
Do you have any experience with the EGO nets? I'm not really into gimmicky stuff, like a landing net that converts into a deck brush. But if it's a good net, then that's fine.
My question is, what keeps the net from unscrewing from the handle? Is there a keeper or set screw or something? I can just see me going to land a big trout and the head of the net swivels sideways or something.
Posted on 10/1/18 at 7:50 am to PuraVida
PuraVida,
Thanks for the Frabill link, but I'm looking for someone who can recommend a specific net that they have had good luck with. Are you using a Frabill for specks and reds? If so, which model?
Thanks for the Frabill link, but I'm looking for someone who can recommend a specific net that they have had good luck with. Are you using a Frabill for specks and reds? If so, which model?
Posted on 10/1/18 at 7:53 am to WPBTiger
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I got a tangle free one that is telescopic from Academy.
When you say, "from Academy", is it the Academy H2O brand?
Posted on 10/1/18 at 8:02 am to Tigerhead
Check our the Cabela’s brand nets. I have a large rubber one. It’s pretty solid but heavy.
Posted on 10/1/18 at 8:04 am to Who Me
Will do. Solid is what I'm looking for.
Posted on 10/1/18 at 8:45 am to Tigerhead
Anything that doesn’t get treble hooks embedded in it is a winner in my book.
Posted on 10/1/18 at 8:51 am to Tigerhead
I use one of the rubber coated, short handled EGO nets for kayak fishing for a few years now and love it. No rips or tears, easy to undo when trebles get caught in it. I think mine is the medium size and it's handled trout and reds just fine.
Posted on 10/1/18 at 8:54 am to VanRIch
Cabelas custom landing nets
I bought this during spring saving days for $50. I bought the umm magnum rubber model. It’s a good size for big redfish, snapper, maybe some medium sized cobia. It’s pretty large for just specks and reds but I use it for those just fine. It comes with a frabill tag so it’s definitely made by them. It’s nicest net I’ve owned.
I bought this during spring saving days for $50. I bought the umm magnum rubber model. It’s a good size for big redfish, snapper, maybe some medium sized cobia. It’s pretty large for just specks and reds but I use it for those just fine. It comes with a frabill tag so it’s definitely made by them. It’s nicest net I’ve owned.
Posted on 10/1/18 at 9:20 am to Tigerhead
Yes, I use the 17x19 Frabil listed first. Great for specks and reds of almost any size. It’s a little heavy, but very well made.
This post was edited on 10/1/18 at 9:21 am
Posted on 10/1/18 at 11:02 am to Tigerhead
Ego nets are good.
I have used them in my kayak for the last few years.
Their new model is the S2 which has the detachable heads. If you are worried about slippage, their S1 series is a one piece design. They float, so you won’t lose it if it goes over the side, the rubber netting holds up, the opening is nice and wide. They make a Small, medium and large net. I have the medium and is plenty big for slot reds and trout. If you’re going after bulls, then get the large.
They also have fixed handle and a slider (telescoping) Again, if you’re concerned about the telescoping design, just get the long, rigid handle.
I have used them in my kayak for the last few years.
Their new model is the S2 which has the detachable heads. If you are worried about slippage, their S1 series is a one piece design. They float, so you won’t lose it if it goes over the side, the rubber netting holds up, the opening is nice and wide. They make a Small, medium and large net. I have the medium and is plenty big for slot reds and trout. If you’re going after bulls, then get the large.
They also have fixed handle and a slider (telescoping) Again, if you’re concerned about the telescoping design, just get the long, rigid handle.
Posted on 10/1/18 at 1:47 pm to nahtanojc
Thanks for the replies everyone. Looks like Cabelas handles the Ego, Frabill, and their store brand custom nets, so I will start there. I'm really tired of buying junk nets and having the handle or hoop break or bend on a big red.
If I landed every fish myself, it wouldn't happen. As soon as I have the fish in the net I always turn the handle vertical to lift the fish. But my fishing buddies always lift the fish like you would lift hay with a pitchfork. Sure way to bend a net. I can't break them of that habit, so I will just have to buy a stronger net. Thanks again.
If I landed every fish myself, it wouldn't happen. As soon as I have the fish in the net I always turn the handle vertical to lift the fish. But my fishing buddies always lift the fish like you would lift hay with a pitchfork. Sure way to bend a net. I can't break them of that habit, so I will just have to buy a stronger net. Thanks again.
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