Angler holding fish with lip grips and fishing pliers beside river

Hooked on Gear: Fish Grips, Line Cutters & Pliers Explained

Beginner Fishing Tips

Fishing for the first time? This light-hearted guide covers the essential fishing tools every new angler should carry, including fish grips, line cutters, and pliers. Learn when to use them, what to look for, and how the right gear makes handling fish, cutting line, and removing hooks safer, easier, and far less frustrating out on the water every trip for beginners and experienced anglers alike.

Man using fish grip and pliers

Choosing the Right Fish Grip for Safer Catch and Release

Fish Grips

Fish grips make landing and handling fish safer, easier, and more controlled. Whether you're fishing from the shore, kayak, or boat, a good lip gripper helps secure your catch while keeping hands clear of hooks and sharp teeth. Learn how fish grips work, how to choose the right one, and which tools like pliers and hook removers help create a safer fish handling setup for anglers.