Wednesday, July 26, 2017

A Fisherman's Guide To Choosing The Right Fish Cleaning Table

By Edward Cole


Being out on the water in a boat and fishing for your supper can be a relaxing experience. The right tools to clean your catch after are very important. One item that is often overlooked is a fish cleaning table. While not an essential piece of equipment they do make the process a lot easier. Here are tips you can use to find a model that is right for you.

While some people simply choose to do their work on a picnic table, a work bench or kitchen counter these locations are not ideal. The area you are working in can really get messy fast and some areas may not clean up as easily as you would like. You want to make sure that if you do buy a table that the surface is designed to simply be hosed off and any skin and bones can be quickly discarded.

One thing to consider is how high a particular model is. Bending over a model that is too low can be frustrating and can lead to a sore back, especially if you are working on a lot of fish at the same time. You may want to look for a unit that has adjustable height so that you can work comfortably no matter where you are or how long you are working for.

A tap can be a wonderful feature. This will allow you to rinse off the pieces as they are finished. You can then check to make sure that you have not missed any scales or bones before setting a fillet aside. You may want to find out how the water source is attached. This may limit where you can use your unit so keep that in mind.

Where will you be cleaning your catch? Will you be working on your boat or will you be doing the work on land? There are models that will work well in either of these situations. If you prefer to do your filleting in multiple locations choosing a table that is portable and that can adjust to different conditions will be a good idea.

A model that can clamp or hold the fish can be a great choice especially if you are new to cleaning fillets. It can give you an extra hand and can keep your catch from sliding away as you work on it. This can make your cleaning time much shorter than if you had to hold on to your catch while you work on it.

A model that can be broken down into smaller pieces can be very helpful. They will be easier to transport and to store when not being used. If it is going to be used on a boat, a collapsing table may be a great option since some boats have limited room in them.

You can find different models to choose from in hunting and fishing supply stores. Make sure to compare pricing as well as the features that each model offers. You may also want to look online as well although if you do go that route it is important to check out what shipping costs would be to ensure that you do not end up paying a lot more than you bargained for.




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