Noise

[Whiskers]

Noise and vibration on the bank or in shallow water is readily picked up by fish and will spook them every time.

I'm not so sure that noise or vibration spooks them so much in deep water but I think it's good practice to always keep your noise to a minimum.
:water:

[donutcrooks]

Thanks heaps for all the responses! I cannot fish without complete silence! Love listening to the water and surroundings.