Beat the heat! 2024
riverbasser reply :
Just curious how yall beat the heat in the summer? I feel like I can handle a good bit but middle of the day in south Alabama is hot! Especially when there is little wind. I have a Bimini top but it is useless for me on the front deck.
Scarborough817 reply :
drink a lot of water, throw your buff in the water & put it back on, put some ice down your shorts. do whatever it takes
scaleface reply :
I get in the water. Even on lakes where it is prohibited . I'd rather break the rules than get heat stroke .
A-Jay reply :
Fish at night.
A-Jay
Lanier Sealy reply :
I hear ya on that one! Also it's a pretty steep hospital bill for anything heat related (I know from experience from sports). I can tell you several things I've picked up most from my trainer. He said drink plenty of water and keep your electrolytes balanced, also carry around a jar of pickles. It may sound silly but trust me on this if at any point you feel nausea, pale skin, cold sweat. Immediately eat some pickles and make sure to drink all the juice as that will replenish your body with sodium chloride. I think there's something else I'm forgetting and hopefully someone will back me up on it. I think it's saltines but I could be wrong. Anyway stay cool and happy fishing.
riverbasser reply :
all good information. My job requires me to work outside all year long so im well aware of heat related safety. I was mainly wondering if anybody had any tricks to just stay comfortable? Think I might get a buff this year and try to keep it wet, that seems like it might help stay cool. I also saw some kind of sports towel that supposedly stays cold when wet, might try it out as well.
nosdog2 reply :
Drink plenty of water, I wear a big straw wide brimmed hat, I have one of those neck gators that you soak in the water every so often to keep you cool (works wonders), and lastly I wear loose long sleeved "under armor" style t shirts. I get them off eBay, some non-name brand that works awesome and I don't care if they get all fished up and nasty since they don't cost $40+ like the UA gear does.
Ktho reply :
It get's hot as hell here in Socal especially since most of the lakes are desert lakes without a lot of shade. I recommend drinking cool beverages. Wearing a hat and sunglasses is mandatory imo. Wearing the performance shirts help a lot in keelping cool. I like to splash water on myself every once in a while as well. Sometimes I purposefully only fish shady areas to get a break from the heat.
blckshirt98 reply :
The quick dry shirts keep you dry so your sweat doesn't weight you down. Also I've found that using a boonie style of hat makes a huge difference because it keeps the direct sun off your head and most of your neck (depending on the sun's position) and you can also "aim" the top of your head at the sun to keep your neck shaded. Keeping your head/neck area cool, and a dry shirt, works the best for me.
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
On 6/4/2016 at 5:43 AM, riverbasser said:all good information. My job requires me to work outside all year long so im well aware of heat related safety. I was mainly wondering if anybody had any tricks to just stay comfortable? Think I might get a buff this year and try to keep it wet, that seems like it might help stay cool. I also saw some kind of sports towel that supposedly stays cold when wet, might try it out as well.
Make sure you get one that you can soak in the water and will keep you from burning up. My favorite is the one from Strike King. I just dip it in and it'll hold that water for a few hours, keeping me cool and comfortable.
etrout72 reply :
I live and fish in Las Vegas where its over 100 degrees about 4 months of the year. I have the bimini for my boat, but have found that an umbrella gives you a lot more room to fish, while still providing shade. That and lots of water!
MassYak85 reply :
buff, sunscreen, lots of water, hat
Also just wearing swim trunks and jumping in, but for you southern guys I wouldn't want to be swimming with the gators just to cool off.
riverbasser reply :
On 6/4/2016 at 10:49 AM, MassYak85 said:buff, sunscreen, lots of water, hat
Also just wearing swim trunks and jumping in, but for you southern guys I wouldn't want to be swimming with the gators just to cool off.
Yea we got plenty of those lol bit they don't bother you.
@etrout72 I've seen those umbrella that mount on the back of seats. I've been seriously considering selling my Bimini and getting 2 of those.
Catt reply :
On 6/4/2016 at 5:04 AM, A-Jay said:Fish at night.
A-Jay
Full moon on the horizon 
"hamma" reply :
I usually soak my shirt and hat in the water, and wear swim trunks to dunk myself when it gets to stifleing
avidone1 reply :
Florida bass love the heat, so I'm familiar with the issue. I used to fish often off a good sized boat and would put a bunch of wash cloths in the freezer the night before. Then throw them in the cooler with the ice. when you get good and hot, pull out a wash cloth and stick it on your head under your hat while letting the cold water slosh all down your shirt. Cools you right down. Also don't cheap out on coolers and jugs. Yeti brand is a wallet crusher fer shure, but this is a safety issue and you should with the best. When it comes to keeping things cold there is Yeti, and then there is everything else.
soflabasser reply :
Like others have said,drink lots of water to stay hydrated. Wear lose clothing and try to fish in areas with shade if possible.Go under a tree or a area with shade when you feel hot and don't over exert yourself when it's hot.Heat exhaustion and heat stroke is no joke,so you have to be very careful when fishing when it's hot outside.
Surfcaster reply :
I received one of those cooling towels as a gift last year and I keep it wet and on my head with my hat. It does a good job keeping me cool during summer tournaments or just working outside in the yard.
2tall79 reply :
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lo n slo reply :
another vote for night fishing when it gets hot and humid but you gotta know your water well enough to not get lost or have an accident. around here, several times a summer, somebody hits a dock or a bridge or somebody else. we try to avoid long runs and fish areas where we can "hide" from the drunks in their bow riders. i love lit-up docks and structure around channel markers and islands. wear your life jacket!
RAMBLER reply :
On 6/4/2016 at 5:06 AM, Lanier Sealy said:I hear ya on that one! Also it's a pretty steep hospital bill for anything heat related (I know from experience from sports). I can tell you several things I've picked up most from my trainer. He said drink plenty of water and keep your electrolytes balanced, also carry around a jar of pickles. It may sound silly but trust me on this if at any point you feel nausea, pale skin, cold sweat. Immediately eat some pickles and make sure to drink all the juice as that will replenish your body with sodium chloride. I think there's something else I'm forgetting and hopefully someone will back me up on it. I think it's saltines but I could be wrong. Anyway stay cool and happy fishing.
Gatorade tastes better. But, I understand the pickle thing is a first aid type of thing. Gatorade is good for the electrolytes.
BassinLou reply :
Great tips on here, I will also like to add, I like to start hydrating the day before I go out on long hot fishing day. Lastly, a good measure of hydration while outside is how often is the person urinating during an outing. If your peeing often its a good thing, if your not peeing at all you are dehydrated. Thirst is one of the last signs of dehydration believe it or not.
Brew City Bass reply :
Wisconsin summers can get brutal, or be great. I was out yesterday and it was 85* which is pretty warm for Wisconsin. I force myself to drink 2 bottles of water an hour, you're gonna be sweating more than that out. I also try to eat healthy snacks like nuts, and lastly, I'll drink gatoraid or powerade to resupply electrolytes.
wytstang reply :
This is the time of the year when I start fishing at 3am to maybe 11am and call it quits. Water and Gatorade if I'll be fishing into the afternoon time. I will also be bringing a small (12oz or larger) spray bottle of cold water (left in the cooler) to spray myself with on those 100 days.
crypt reply :
been fishing in Florida my whole life,so here's how we've been doin it. keep 2 hats,1 in the cooler on ice at all times,switching out throughout the day.same tactic with Buffs keep 3 or 4 with me at all times. lots of water,gatorade,fluids etc. then when it gets real hot,fire up the big motor and take a quick ride,cool things off for a while.also clear your head.
Mosster47 reply :
Cover every inch of your body from direct sun exposure and wear light colored clothes that wick away moisture.
Don't get crazy with the liquids, but don't forget them either. Keep your feet, hands, and head cool. You can usually do that by dipping your hat and gloves. Don't do anything that keeps your feet wet for a long period of time. Also eat food, not crap, real food.
This isn't survival training. You are going out into the elements for a short period of time.
jlperkins reply :
Just recently got the mission endura cool, they make them like buffs or towels, keep it damp, shake it occasionally, they are great
gimruis reply :
Fishing at night is a great idea because it generally results in lower temperatures without the hot sun. Try to avoid the middle of the day. Early morning or late evening not only reduces the heat, but generally results in better fishing too.
JRammit reply :
Great topic!... And some great tips!
I just tuck a bandanna under my hat, letting the tail hang over the back of my neck...... Keeps the sun off my neck, and sweat out of my eyes
Plus, it kinda works like an evaporarive cooler with the sweat
Im in Texas, no shortage of 100+ days here!... When it gets too miserable durring the day, there are always catfish biting at night!
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
On 6/5/2016 at 8:08 AM, Mosster47 said:Cover every inch of your body from direct sun exposure and wear light colored clothes that wick away moisture.
Don't get crazy with the liquids, but don't forget them either. Keep your feet, hands, and head cool. You can usually do that by dipping your hat and gloves. Don't do anything that keeps your feet wet for a long period of time. Also eat food, not crap, real food.
This isn't survival training. You are going out into the elements for a short period of time.
Never heard this one before, what will happen if you do?
BassThumb reply :
On 6/4/2016 at 5:04 AM, scaleface said:I get in the water. Even on lakes where it is prohibited . I'd rather break the rules than get heat stroke .
It's illegal to swim in some lakes?
frosty reply :
On 6/5/2016 at 10:07 AM, Carolina Bassin said:Never heard this one before, what will happen if you do?
After a day of wet feet the skin begins to hurt, basically jungle rot or trench foot, Google pictures of it 
it takes a lot more than a day but I've had my share of wet feet for a long day and it gets painful to the point that all you want to do is get a shower and put powder on your feet and dry socks.
Bluebasser86 reply :
Switch to the night shift.
Catt reply :
Beat the heat by removing the source
Gundog reply :
Just read on REI's website that dunking your UV protection clothing such as scarfs and gloves in water will reduce UV protection by 30 to 50 percent.
- Wetness: A fabric's ability to disrupt UV radiation is usually reduced when wet, though the reasons why are not completely understood. Wetness may cause a 30% to 50% reduction in a fabric's UPF rating.
mojojojo reply :
I live in Phoenix.it was 115 couple days ago.there is absolutely nothing you can do to keep cool when its this hot other than stay inside in ac. it's night fishing season. I love night fishing. it's so calm and peaceful in the lake and there is hardly anyone there. plus I've come find out bass fishing its MUCH better at night..that's when the big ones come out to feed
JRammit reply :
This would probably be worthy of another thread (unless there already is one)..... Ive never night fished for bass.... Catfish, yes.. Crappie, yes.. Even trout..... But never bass fished after dark..... How's it done??
riverbasser reply :
On 6/9/2016 at 7:39 AM, JRammit said:This would probably be worthy of another thread (unless there already is one)..... Ive never night fished for bass.... Catfish, yes.. Crappie, yes.. Even trout..... But never bass fished after dark..... How's it done??
I too would like to hear some tips. Start another thread so it will get more responses.
geo g reply :
On 6/4/2016 at 5:04 AM, scaleface said:
I get in the water. Even on lakes where it is prohibited . I'd rather break the rules than get heat stroke .
Years ago I was fishing the Monkey Box on Lake Okeechobee in summer, and we saw two guys walking in waste deep water with their Bow Line tied around their waist.. We went over to help them and they were fishing and dragging the boat behind.. Just trying to stay cool!!!
Other tips. 1). Take a clean sponge soaked in ice water and put it under your hat. Refresh every once in a while. 2). Keep some shammy towels in the ice cooler and rotate putting them around your neck. 3). take 3 times more cold water then you think you need. If you don't drink it, wet your hat. 4).Fish early, take a siesta, and fish late.
kickerfish1 reply :
We are in the midst of an early heat wave. Temps between 94 and 100 the next few days plus what ever the heat index is. Add in mosquitos, flies, chiggers, gnats, and such I don't do much fishing when it gets like this. When I do I am up early and off the water early. Also with my medical issues anything above 85 is not very tolerable. I would much rather fish in the 40 degree stuff than anything over 85. Sunscreen or sun protective clothing, a hat, and plenty of water is always part of the game plan for warmer days...
Kevin Guidry reply :
Drink plenty of water not sodas and add a little Florida water in the ice chest with a little water dip your buff or a rag in it and wipe your self down and put the buff back on the Florida water will cause the cold water to evaporate very quickly causing evaporative cooling it works wonders on those super hot days. on Amazon.
Murray and Lanman Florida Water, 7.5 Ounce
Jun 15, 2015
Bankbeater reply :
Fishing during the day I use a lot of sunblock, wide brim hat, buff, and drink a lot of water. Fishing at night in the heat I use a lot of bug spray, buff to keep the bugs off my neck and face, and drink a lot of water.
the reel ess reply :
Wear a hat, a buff and long sleeves. Slather the SPF 70 on the hands, legs & feet. Take 2 bottles of water and one beer. I use a kayak most of the time, so I can hang my feet over the side and transfer some body heat. You'd be surprised how well it works. My buddy with a sit-in kayak just can't take the heat like I can. You can also fish a river below a dam (tailrace). There will be cooler water coming off the lake bottom and fewer people to contend with. But be very careful.
I usually go about 6:30. The hotter and more humid the season gets, the better the sunset pattern works. When I get an occasional vacation day, I go very early and do the same in reverse. But it seems to me that bass are feeding at night so they're fuller in the AM than in the PM. And they MUST feed due to the high metabolism. My buddy will go AM
drc9805 reply :
If you want to make a special ice chest just to dip your rags, buffs, frog togs, etc... put in some ice, add water, and then add some Sea Breeze or rubbing alcohol (doesn't take much at all). This will lower the water temp tremendously and the alcohol will cause the water to evaporate/wick away while still keeping you cool. I learned this while trying to keep my daughter cool while playing softball in 100 degree weather all day.
From what I've read, just dipping a rag, hat, or whatever in water and letting it soak you will actually cause your body to get hotter due to the humidity.
fishballer06 reply :
Huk sun shirts
Huk ICE head buff
Simms sun gloves
Lots of water and asprin
crazyjoeclemens reply :
I got hot while i was fishing last Sunday. I put on one of my beat up spare life jackets and jumped in. Its a good thing I tucked into a secluded cove first - there would have been a lot of people laughing if they'd seen me trying to haul my fat butt back into the boat without a swim ladder. I guess I need to hit the chin up bar...or lay off the snickers bars. Option B would be to put a few extra ice packs in your cooler and tuck one in your shorts. That might sound harsh, but that's where the EMT is gonna put an ice pack anyway, if you end up going down because of the heat.
In all seriousness, pack a large cooler to put on the boat. Lots of ice, lots of bottled water, and extra ice packs in case of emergency. On a boat, you need to be prepared because heat related ailments can sneak up on you, and you may not have time to drive your boat somewhere to cool off.
frosty reply :
On 6/16/2016 at 4:19 AM, crazyjoeclemens said:I got hot while i was fishing last Sunday. I put on one of my beat up spare life jackets and jumped in. Its a good thing I tucked into a secluded cove first - there would have been a lot of people laughing if they'd seen me trying to haul my fat butt back into the boat without a swim ladder. I guess I need to hit the chin up bar...or lay off the snickers bars. Option B would be to put a few extra ice packs in your cooler and tuck one in your shorts. That might sound harsh, but that's where the EMT is gonna put an ice pack anyway, if you end up going down because of the heat.
In all seriousness, pack a large cooler to put on the boat. Lots of ice, lots of bottled water, and extra ice packs in case of emergency. On a boat, you need to be prepared because heat related ailments can sneak up on you, and you may not have time to drive your boat somewhere to cool off.
Your crotch, your armpits, your wrists, and on your throat. Anyplace that has a lot of shallow veins and arteries will cool the blood faster, cooling your whole body from the inside out. One quick way to do it is just dunk your hands in cool water about halfway up your forearms. It will start cooling you off in just a few minutes.
blckshirt98 reply :
Survivorman would dip his do-rag in water and put it around the carotid arteries on his neck to cool himself down. If you look at kangaroos they lick their chest and inner arms until they're wet so the air chils the saliva - they have a lot of shallow veins there and it keeps them cool.
bralexander reply :
Along with everyone else, I was surprised at how much a difference the long sleeve "fishing" shirts make. I stay noticeably cooler, even in the super humidity and heat here in central florida. I just started wearing them a couple years ago and now I have picked up a few at the goodwill. I have a hard time paying retail for anything, but if I had to, it would be worth it for a good columbia fishing shirt! Personally the off brand ones are not as comfortable either.
My only other tip, I actually learned from a more intense sport. It is to start hydrating before going out. If you know you will be on the water, start drinking water a couple hours ahead of time.
Bruce
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