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How to Replace a Trout Net

As the name suggests, a trout net is a net for trout. According to prizewinning angler and bestselling author on fishing techniques, Ann McIntosh, a short-handled net with a wide gape is preferable when wading. However, from time to time, nets need replacing. Choose a lightweight, clear, thermoplastic net bag for lightness and low visibility in the water. Choose a knotless mesh bag to avoid those all-too-annoying tangles.

Things You'll Need

Net
Screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Remove the belt clip with the flat end of a screwdriver and retain it.
- 2
  Unscrew the locking head mechanism via the nipple and retain the pinion screw.
- 3
  Unlatch the hoop from the yoke. Slip the old net off the hoop and discard it.
- 4
  Hook one end of the new net onto the open end of the hoop and slide it around until the whole net is in the proper position. Reseat the open end of the hoop on the yoke.
- 5
  Place the pinion screw back in the housing shaft and tighten it.
- 6
  Replace the belt clip with the flat end of a screwdriver.

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