Many young fishermen, joining winter fishing, do not know exactly where to start. The range of rods for ice fishing is very rich and complex. Often, the choice of a winter fishing rod depends on the regional fishing traditions or on the banal fashion requirements. At least today you can find dozens of models of brand and handicraft winter fishing rods.
Instructions
Step 1
Divide all winter rods according to three characteristics: sheer lure, float fishing and jig fishing. For ice fishing, you should look into the jigsaw tackle, which is recognized as the most effective in the dead of winters.
Step 2
There is an opinion that the Ural fishermen combined the hook with the sinker. A weight made of lead or other metal, moving with a certain frequency in front of the very nose of the fish, encourages that fish to bite even on days without biting. That is why, when choosing tackle for the jig, remember that the fishing rod should give the jig the right vibration rhythm. And although it is set by your hand, the effectiveness of the catch depends on what is in your palm.
The designs of all fishing rods for jigging are divided into three types: without a "filly" reel, with a reel and handle of different sizes and fishing rods - "balalaikas", in which the reel and handle are one whole.
Step 3
Leading sportsmen use "balalaikas" for active fishing with a jig with bloodworms. This type of rod fits comfortably in the palm of your hand and allows you to play with a jig using only your hand. The frequency of vibrations of the jig in athletes reaches 300 per minute. But in amateur fishing it happens to sit for 12 hours, so a sports "balalaika" is not a good option. From time to time the fish goes better on a motionless jig, fur mittens, which will nullify the advantages of your "balalaika", which you can "play" only with your bare hand.
Step 4
If you are engaged in recreational fishing, then you should be interested in fishing rods with a reel and a handle length of about 10 cm, equipped with "legs". Balance the rod correctly and you can fish as efficiently in winter as with a balalaika.
Step 5
Therefore, the version of the winter fishing rod - the "filly", remains in use, in addition to its simplicity and convenience, it has a reel, which is necessary when moving from hole to hole, especially if the reservoir is with great depth and at the same time a strong wind is blowing.
Step 6
Pay particular attention to the coil. Make sure that the gap between the drum and the rod body is not visible, otherwise it is better to refuse the purchase. Give preference to a self-tapping locking screw made of metal. The most popular material for the production of whips is amber polycarbonate.
