After fishing

[Sam A.]

After I’m done fishing in freshwater, should I do anything to clean my rod and reel?Will the baitcaster reel corrode if I don’t clean it?Also is it ok to keep the hook on the rod or should I take that off? Thank you in advance.

[Efishin]

Hey buddy! Welcome to the forums! If fishing freshwater, no need at all to clean after every use. After saltwater use, for sure though

[MN Fisher]

15 minutes ago, Sam A. said:

After I’m done fishing in freshwater, should I do anything to clean my rod and reel?Will the baitcaster reel corrode if I don’t clean it?

Maybe a quick wipe of the rod/reel to prevent water-spots for appearance only. Modern plastics and aluminum won't corrode because of some fresh water on them.

 

16 minutes ago, Sam A. said:

Also is it ok to keep the hook on the rod or should I take that off?

(Shrugs) I leave lures on if I plan on using them again next trip...which for me is a week - I go once a week. Only thing I'd remove is any soft plastics (worms, craws, etc) that you have on the lure...those can cause issues with the lure itself.

[NYWayfarer]

34 minutes ago, MN Fisher said:

Maybe a quick wipe of the rod/reel to prevent water-spots for appearance only. Modern plastics and aluminum won't corrode because of some fresh water on them.

I agree. I wipe down my rod and reel with a damp rag. Just to get any dirt or fish slime off them. This really helps keep Winn Grip and Cork handles looking nice.

 

I usually cut off any hooks or lures I used for the day. Two reasons, one I want a fresh knot next time I go out. Second reason I don’t like bend in my rods from keeping line tension by holding a lure on the hook keeper. 

[Mike L]

All Good!

 

One other thing..It’s a good idea to always back off your drag before you put it away. 
 

 

 

 

Mike

[BassCats]

On 5/9/2020 at 6:31 AM, Mike L said:

All Good!

 

One other thing..It’s a good idea to always back off your drag before you put it away. 
 

 

 

 

Mike

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