CaptainSolo
Senior Member
Alright, so this is a topic that I debate with my fishing buddies quite often. As it relates to both tournament and/or recreational fishing, what do you think makes a better angler- versatility or utilizing a narrow skill set or strength?
It is my belief that focusing on your strengths will make you a better angler, but at the same time you really cant expect to be a consistent performer if you dont also have a variety of strengths. I like to think that if you have several solid strengths that you can use to fish in different conditions, but I have experienced some terrible days on the water trying to be too versatile and deviating from my strengths. I dont necessarily consider a strength a certain technique, but it could also be a type of cover someone likes fishing best, shallow or deep water, or even a certain water clearity.
I would like to hear your perspective on what you think makes a better angler. What do ya'll think?
Also, what kind of fishery do you prefer to fish? Shallow cover, or deep structure?
It is my belief that focusing on your strengths will make you a better angler, but at the same time you really cant expect to be a consistent performer if you dont also have a variety of strengths. I like to think that if you have several solid strengths that you can use to fish in different conditions, but I have experienced some terrible days on the water trying to be too versatile and deviating from my strengths. I dont necessarily consider a strength a certain technique, but it could also be a type of cover someone likes fishing best, shallow or deep water, or even a certain water clearity.
I would like to hear your perspective on what you think makes a better angler. What do ya'll think?
Also, what kind of fishery do you prefer to fish? Shallow cover, or deep structure?
