going for my first cat? tackle?

[al84]

ok i am going for my first cat soon can people give me info on tackle how strong my rod shud be sure i got a 2 half test curve? hooks ect am looking forward to it!!!

[fishypaul]

hello mate,what sizes do the cats run to in the water you are going to fish

[al84]

what i have seen so far the biggest cat is 39 but they could go bigger?any info round tht size i would preciate mate am looking forward to it seems like i going on my ownsome so could b hard work lol is at greenacres farm fishery in kent

[trackman]

dont get conned into buying bigger rods than you need 2.5 test with good line and a good reel should be fine.i have caught cats to low twenties when fishing for carp anf i have witnessed cats to 40 plus coming out on ordinary carp tackle.
the important thing to remember is a strong leader 40/50 lb because the cats can wear down ordinary line.

[al84]

cheers know any good sites for catfish tackle gear?and any tips on catching em?

[fishypaul]

they seem to like halibut pellets and anything smelly,
a big bunch of worms can be a killer as well,

[al84]

thinking about taking some mackerel with me.if they allow it waiting for the fishery to phone me bak!! am going on me own so netting it could be hard work tht is if i get one of course lol

[fishypaul]

they are a lot easier to net then a carp or a pike,i prefer not to net them,i use a glove and grab their bottom jaw and pull them out,or drag onto an unhooking mat if you are fortunate to get a big one,
best of luck al

[the pyromaniac]

Were you fishing Stateside I'd tell you to get a 7-foot saltwater rod and 25-pound-test line. Big hooks with worms, fish or pieces of fish, soap, dough baits, shrimp, clams, and especially chicken liver will produce more often than not. Catfish feed by taste/smell and not by sight, so make sure that whatever you use has a strong scent.

[trackman]

one man i know was called meat and worms, that sums it up.