Put and Take Sverige
Clothes and accessories for put and take
The right clothes and a few smart extras make a put-and-take day both more comfortable and more catching. You do not need everything at once, but a couple of things are worth getting early — above all polarised glasses and a good landing net.
Prioritise first
Start with what does most good for least money. Polarised glasses take the glare off the surface so you see fish, structure and bait, and they protect the eyes. A landing net lets you land the fish safely and gently. Add pliers for a quick unhook and something to dispatch the fish with if you keep it — see dispatching fish.
Put and take is fished year-round, often standing still at cool water, so you get cold easily. Dress warmer than you think, in layers. Wind- and waterproof rainwear stretches the day when the weather turns. If you want more spots, and to stay dry when you step out a bit, look at waders. A cap or buff keeps sun, wind and flies off the face. Build out as you fish more. Details under the two clothing pages, the rest under tackle.
FAQ
Do I need waders for put and take?
Not necessary — a lot of fishing is from bank and jetty. But waders give you more places to fish from and keep you dry and warm, especially in spring and autumn.
Are polarised glasses worth it?
Yes. They take the glare off the surface so you see fish, structure and your bait, and they protect the eyes against hooks and sun. One of the best-value extras there is.
What is simplest to prioritise first?
Polarised glasses, a good landing net and pliers. They do the most good for the least money. Waders and rainwear you add when you fish more and year-round.