'Saltwater Gamefishing' examines all aspects of world saltwater gamefishing both onshore and offshore. Whether you are fishing for giant billfish in deep water oceans or from rocky headlands or angling for lighter gamefish in rivers and estuaries, this book will provide you with all the necessary details of where to find them, how to fish for them and the equipment you'll need. All the main species of gamefish are identified, with illustrations and maps showing world distribution.
Also included is information on how to rig bait, troll lures, take a leader and handle a gaff, as well as advice on suitable rods, reels and tackle. In addition, the rules of competitive fishing are outlined, as is their importance in world records.
Lavishly illustrated with over 120 full colour and 100 black and white photographs and more than 200 diagrams and illustrations to help you to identify species and explain technical information, this is the ultimate guide for the saltwater gamefisher.