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Hand Line
Handlining
The oldest fishing technique - a single line with hook and bait worked directly by hand - still practised commercially and recreationally worldwide.
Water: Both
Difficulty: Beginner
Cost: $10+
📖 Overview
Handlining requires no rod. A line is coiled and paid out by hand, with baited hook and appropriate weight. In artisanal fisheries worldwide (Filipino, Caribbean, Mediterranean) it remains the primary technique for reef and coastal species.