Minimizing the Harm

Every angler has the responsibility to acknowledge that catching fish harms the fish.

Understanding the survival rate after release is the first thing to learn before any outing.

Minimizing the damage is the angler’s responsibility, and our appreciation for the fish we enjoy playing with.

Barbless singles minimize damage to the fish’s mouth, and they are also an extra fun-factor that enhances the game of trout fishing.

Barbless hooks penetrate better than barbed hooks, especially with a finesse-powered rod.

Ideal barbless single hooks will be available in the US market in the near future.

A soft rubber net minimizes damage to the layer of body slime that protects fish from fungal and bacterial infections.

The slime also works as a slip agent against the water, so they can swim with minimal friction…

Slime is as important to them as skin is to humans.

Fighting the fish is truly a joyous moment, but keep in mind that exhaustion has a big effect on survival after release. Releasing a fish doesn't guarantee it survives.

A fish rocketing out of the net and your hands is a good sign of proper C&R, and also a way to assess your angling skill.

Using the right rod for the target fish size shortens the fight and minimizes fatigue.

Underpowered rod + long fight = death sentence, simple formula that is.

The wild trout population is declining, and anglers are responsible for minimizing harm as much as possible, for future generations and ourselves.

The trout bfs method produces so many bites, so each angler’s morals, ethics and proper C&R guidelines need to be set before the boom starts.

Before social media bragging takes over, as it does in this modern society.

Pro-minded anglers practice proper catch and release techniques every outing.

Handling aggressive, muscular trout is very difficult and requires knowledge and experience.

We know a proper C&R scene is just as cool as landing with a short fight time.

Learning never gets old.