Issues Landing Trout from a Kayak
Good morning Trout Experts.
I've recently started fishing from a Kayak. It's been amazing being able to get to spots I can't get to from the bank. I've noticed I'm having trouble actually landing fish though and it seems to only be a problem when I'm in the Kayak.
I get them up to the boat, and as soon as they get to the surface, they spit the lure. I mostly fish Panther Martins, Rooster Tails, and Rapalas. I also crimp the barbs since I fish catch and release.
Is there any strategy to get them landed? Should I reduce my drag a bit and fight them longer to wear them out? Obviously not having barbs, this is going to happen more often. If that's the tradeoff, then so be it. But if there's something I can do to help land them more often, I'd love to hear it.