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Landing nets and gaffs from Compleat Angler Nedlands — Berkley , Maph , Vexed , HookEm , Simms , and Jarvis Walker . Rubber mesh nets for catch-and-release, telescopic handles for boats, and gaffs for larger fish. A landing net dramatically improves your fish-landing success rate and is gentler on fish you plan to release. All Tools . Free shipping over $150. Rubber mesh vs nylon nets? Rubber mesh is far better for fish health — doesn't remove slime coat, doesn't tangle hooks, and fish can't get gill-wrapped. Slightly heavier but worth it for anyone practicing catch-and-release. What net for kayak fishing? A compact, short-handled net with rubber mesh. Foldable or collapsible options save space. Ensure the hoop is big enough for your target species — nothing worse than a net that's too small. When do I need a gaff? For large fish you intend to keep — tuna, kingfish, etc. — where a net won't fit them. Never gaff a fish you plan to release. Gaffs are primarily for boat fishing. What length net handle? From a boat deck, 1-2m is usually sufficient. From a jetty or elevated platform, longer handles (3-4m+) may be needed. Telescopic handles offer versatility. {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"Rubber mesh vs nylon nets?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Rubber mesh is far better for fish health — doesn't remove slime coat, doesn't tangle hooks, and fish can't get gill-wrapped. Slightly heavier but worth it for anyone practicing catch-and-release."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What net for kayak fishing?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"A compact, short-handled net with rubber mesh. Foldable or collapsible options save space. Ensure the hoop is big enough for your target species — nothing worse than a net that's too small."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"When do I need a gaff?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"For large fish you intend to keep — tuna, kingfish, etc. — where a net won't