Ohioguy25 Posted June 7, 2021 Posted June 7, 2021 EGO Blackwater Trout Net Only 11” deep, I really like it but I’ve read that you want a bass net to be 16” deep minimum. Wasn’t sure if that was for largies or smallies. If not how big does it need to be, any recommendations? I have been catching some bigger fish in the 17-19” range lately, and so have decided to get a net. Thanks! Quote
Super User A-Jay Posted June 7, 2021 Super User Posted June 7, 2021 Might be OK depending on the size of the fish and if you can get a hand on it right away to control it. However, I'll tell you what will not be OK . . . Treble hooks. #nightmare Fish Hard A-Jay 2 Quote
Super User gim Posted June 7, 2021 Super User Posted June 7, 2021 10 minutes ago, A-Jay said: Treble hooks. #nightmare Definitely that red area down the middle looks like a mess if a treble gets in there. 2 Quote
Super User J Francho Posted June 7, 2021 Super User Posted June 7, 2021 That net is an automatic nope. Not the right size or shape and thAt strip of material in the middle will slow it down in water. Already mentioned, but the main main reason I use a net is trebles, and that thing will be a mess with them. Get a Frabil Bearclaw or a Leverage Landing net. 1 Quote
Ohioguy25 Posted June 7, 2021 Author Posted June 7, 2021 26 minutes ago, J Francho said: That net is an automatic nope. Not the right size or shape and thAt strip of material in the middle will slow it down in water. Already mentioned, but the main main reason I use a net is trebles, and that thing will be a mess with them. Get a Frabil Bearclaw or a Leverage Landing net. How about this? I am mostly kayak fishing and wading and so wanted a shorter handle. Frabill Wading net Quote
Super User J Francho Posted June 7, 2021 Super User Posted June 7, 2021 I recommended these two nets: https://www.amazon.com/Frabill-Bearclaw-Premium-Powerful-One-Handed/dp/B08DPMKMMB https://www.amazon.com/Yakattack-Leverage-Landing-hoop-long/dp/B071GLJ6XS/ref=asc_df_B071GLJ6XS/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241985737813&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12018614934320489117&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005677&hvtargid=pla-569088628747&psc=1 1 Quote
Ohioguy25 Posted June 7, 2021 Author Posted June 7, 2021 5 minutes ago, J Francho said: I recommended these two nets: https://www.amazon.com/Frabill-Bearclaw-Premium-Powerful-One-Handed/dp/B08DPMKMMB https://www.amazon.com/Yakattack-Leverage-Landing-hoop-long/dp/B071GLJ6XS/ref=asc_df_B071GLJ6XS/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241985737813&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12018614934320489117&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9005677&hvtargid=pla-569088628747&psc=1 I’m aware, I’m telling you I mostly kayak and wade fish and wanted a shorter handle. Is there no option for kayak/wade fishermen? Quote
Super User WRB Posted June 7, 2021 Super User Posted June 7, 2021 Take a look at Frabil floating trout net 17 x 22 or 19 x 23. Tom 1 Quote
Super User J Francho Posted June 7, 2021 Super User Posted June 7, 2021 I used both in all three of my kayaks. 1 Quote
Ohioguy25 Posted June 7, 2021 Author Posted June 7, 2021 33 minutes ago, J Francho said: I used both in all three of my kayaks. How do you mount the bearclaw? Looks like it would be tough to store, I was kinda looking for something I could drop in a flush mounted rod holder behind my seat. 43 minutes ago, WRB said: Take a look at Frabil floating trout net 17 x 22 or 19 x 23. Tom Yeah that one looks good, does it need to be at least 13” deep? I was also looking at this one, only 11.8” deep though. https://www.amazon.com/PLUSINNO-Floating-Steelhead-Foldable-Transportation/dp/B08C2CJ9XT Quote
Ohioguy25 Posted June 7, 2021 Author Posted June 7, 2021 44 minutes ago, J Francho said: I used both in all three of my kayaks. Is there a minimum depth that the net needs to be for smallmouth? Like is 11” too shallow? Quote
Super User WRB Posted June 7, 2021 Super User Posted June 7, 2021 24 minutes ago, Ohioguy25 said: How do you mount the bearclaw? Looks like it would be tough to store, I was kinda looking for something I could drop in a flush mounted rod holder behind my seat. Yeah that one looks good, does it need to be at least 13” deep? I was also looking at this one, only 11.8” deep though. https://www.amazon.com/PLUSINNO-Floating-Steelhead-Foldable-Transportation/dp/B08C2CJ9XT The Frabil trout net is 17” deep. Tom Quote
Ohioguy25 Posted June 7, 2021 Author Posted June 7, 2021 21 minutes ago, WRB said: The Frabil trout net is 17” deep. Tom Ok, does it need to be 17” deep? Is 12” too shallow? Quote
Ohioguy25 Posted June 8, 2021 Author Posted June 8, 2021 13 hours ago, J Francho said: I used both in all three of my kayaks. It says bearclaw is only 11” deep. Is that deep enough for bigger smallies, can’t they flop out? Quote
Super User J Francho Posted June 8, 2021 Super User Posted June 8, 2021 The one I have is over 16" deep. Quote
Ohioguy25 Posted June 8, 2021 Author Posted June 8, 2021 53 minutes ago, J Francho said: The one I have is over 16" deep. The bearclaw? It literally says 11” deep on both the link you posted and Frabill’s website. Are you sure, can you link me to the one you have? Because that looks like the most solid one-handed net. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted June 8, 2021 Super User Posted June 8, 2021 Dude, I measured the one I have. Try a google search for it or check Frabil's site. Quote
Ohioguy25 Posted June 8, 2021 Author Posted June 8, 2021 6 minutes ago, J Francho said: Dude, I measured the one I have. Try a google search for it or check Frabil's site. Did you not read what I wrote? I did check Frabill’s site, it only offers the 11” deep one. They either shortened it or no longer offer that version. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted June 8, 2021 Super User Posted June 8, 2021 Those are imperial inches. Seriously, mine is brand new. It's deep enough and works fine. It even works for steelhead that are bigger and livelier than smallies. 1 Quote
Ohioguy25 Posted June 8, 2021 Author Posted June 8, 2021 1 minute ago, J Francho said: Those are imperial inches. Seriously, mine is brand new. It's deep enough and works fine. It even works for steelhead that are bigger and livelier than smallies. Interesting. Are they really imperial inches? If not why does it say 11? Sorry just trying to figure out if these nets are all mislabeled. Quote
dj1975232 Posted June 9, 2021 Posted June 9, 2021 I use a Ego S1 wade net in my Kayak. I’m pretty sure the handle is about 11” long. There are a couple hoop sizes and mine is plenty deep enough for bass. It is this one https://www.egofishing.com/products/wade/kryptek-medium-rubber-net/. And it has rubberized nets so good with hooks. Very happy with it. Quote
schplurg Posted June 9, 2021 Posted June 9, 2021 I bought this net. Greg Blanchard ues it on his yak but he extended the handle with PVC. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OJQSQ2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 - floats - very short handle - at least 16" deep, I just measured mine - supposed to be good for trebles, but I've never actually used it Quote
waymont Posted June 9, 2021 Posted June 9, 2021 Get this one and be done. It's a perfect kayak fishing net. https://www.egofishing.com/products/wade/small-rubber-net/ The flat bottom allows fish to lay flatter inside the net. Also these nets can stretch for bigger fish. Quote
Ohioguy25 Posted June 9, 2021 Author Posted June 9, 2021 39 minutes ago, waymont said: Get this one and be done. It's a perfect kayak fishing net. https://www.egofishing.com/products/wade/small-rubber-net/ The flat bottom allows fish to lay flatter inside the net. Also these nets can stretch for bigger fish. It says bag depth only 11” as well. Is this really deep enough for a 19” smallie? How much does it really stretch? Quote
Global Moderator TnRiver46 Posted June 9, 2021 Global Moderator Posted June 9, 2021 23 minutes ago, Ohioguy25 said: It says bag depth only 11” as well. Is this really deep enough for a 19” smallie? How much does it really stretch? I need to quit reading this thread ......... just go fishing and see if ya like it! If no give to someone else and try another. I prefer kayak fishing without a net. If I devoted this much brain power to selecting a net I would never make it out the front door to go fishing 1 Quote
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