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Betts 26-8 Cast Net, 5 ft, 1/4 in Mesh, Mono Panel
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A 5 ft cast net with 1/4 in mesh and weighted lead line for catching bait fish.
This is a 5-foot nylon cast net with 1/4-inch mesh, a size suited to catching small baitfish like shad and mullet. It ships with iron weights along the lead line and a fixed handle, so it is ready to throw out of the box. Anglers who want to gather their own live bait before a trip will find it a simple, classic choice.
Best for
- Live bait fishing in saltwater or brackish water
- Catching shiners, mullet and other medium baitfish
- Anglers experienced with cast nets
Skip if
- You're a beginner at cast netting; practice on a 4 ft net first
- You need to catch tiny fry or large baitfish over 4 in
Strengths
- 1/4 in mesh catches medium baitfish efficiently without getting tangled
- Heavy-duty Tyzac nylon and reinforced lead line sink faster for deeper drops
- Extra weight means the net opens fully and sinks evenly
Trade-offs
- Casting a 5 ft net requires practice and upper body strength
- Large mesh size lets small fry escape; best for defined baitfish species
- 1/4 in mesh collects debris and algae; tedious to clean
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | cast net |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 5 ft |
| Mesh size | 1/4 in |
| Weights | 3/4 lb iron weights |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Betts 26-8 Cast Net, 5 ft, 1/4 in Mesh, Mono Panel | Color:Multi | Suits:— |
| Betts 26-8 Cast Net, Standard, White | Color:White | Suits:— |
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