Experienced anglers know that even a predatory fish does not immediately swallow its profit. To ensure that it does not jump off the hook, you need to hook it in time - pull the fishing rod so that the hook dug into the mouth or throat. In this case, it will definitely not break. But sometimes, especially for passive fishing, it is almost impossible to do it at the right moment, and therefore in this case a self-landing rod will be indispensable.
A self-underwater ice fishing rod is a design with a simple or complicated design of springs and levers that hook the prey when the fish pulls even weakly on the bait. The device is indispensable for passive fishing when several rods are installed. In winter, the construction is indispensable, since even at very low temperatures, frost does not form on the monofilament.
Principle of operation
When a bite occurs, the line with the gate is pulled forward. The nod is connected to a spring. During the shift, he pulls a spring with him, which instantly responds, throwing the monofilament back. Thus, the hook will securely fix the fish on the line. The chances of breaking the prey are minimal, but it is still recommended to immediately start fishing for it.
Self-propulsion design
There are various self-locking mechanisms. The device can be mounted on a fishing rod or mounted on a float. Some fishermen believe that there is also a self-hook, but the name is not entirely accurate.
A typical winter self-landing rod contains:
- handle;
- a piece of rubber;
- trigger groove;
- loop for attaching nylon monofilament;
- steel spring;
- a loop for installing the trigger and mounting the nylon thread from the spool to the gatehouse;
- six;
- retractable gatehouse;
- legs for installing a fishing rod;
- an inertial coil with a stopper;
- spring groove.
Pros and cons of self-landing rods
The main advantage of a self-catching rod is that it can hook the fish even if the fisherman is distracted. There is no need to constantly observe the float to register a bite. This device is very helpful for novice fishermen. It is also indispensable for passive fishing when several rods are installed.
The design flaw is that it is necessary to correctly adjust the thread tension. If you make too much tension, then the fish simply will not be able to remove the mechanism from the stopper. And with a weak tension, the jerk will be too strong, which will simply break the fish's mouth. In this case, the hooking will occur, but the fish will fall off.
The self-trimming rod is indispensable for beginners. It will allow you not to miss the moment of a bite and return from fishing with a large catch.
