Features of trout fishing with float tackle

Fishing for trout with a float rod becoming more and more popular every year. This is due to the fact that the number of paid ponds where it is kept is growing. You can always catch trout here. Contrary to popular belief, a catch on paid fishing grounds is not guaranteed, but at least there is no doubt that there are fish in the reservoir.

There are also plenty of wild reservoirs where trout live, although its range is gradually shrinking. These are northern rivers and lakes, and mountain streams in the south of Russia, and in the Altai Mountains recreation centers. This fish is usually caught using a spinning rod; fly fishing is also interesting. But the best option for a beginner is to catch trout with a float rod. This gear is easy to master, and at the same time it brings good catches.

Selecting a location

You need to know in advance where you will be fishing. The choice of gear depends on this. Trout feed where it is easiest for them to find food.

You need to look for it:

• in the pits;
• in snags;
• near trees lying in the water;
• under high steep banks;
• under tree branches hanging over the pond;
• above and below the rifts;
• in places where the course of the river narrows and the flow accelerates;
• at the boundaries of direct and reverse flow;
• behind the boulders lying in the river bed.

The colder the water, the more likely it is that fish will feed in shallow water. In summer, when reservoirs warm up well, trout prefer to stay in the depths or under branches hanging over the water, since they do not like heat.

Places to catch trout using a float rod

If we are talking about catching brook trout , then you need to look for places where the trout can most easily get their food and also feel safe. Such places can be:

• washed out high river banks;
• faster flow in places where the river narrows;
• areas with depressions (usually holes, on the outside of river bends);
• places where a tree has been fallen into the water;
• large boulders in the middle of the river, behind which you can hide from the current;
• areas with slow flow behind islands of plants or other obstacles.

You should know that on a hot, sunny, cloudless day, trout will not stand in areas of the river that receive direct sunlight. On such days, you should look for it in any shaded places.

When exploring promising places in search of trout, it is worth moving along the bank against the current in order to minimize the possibility of alerting or spooking the trout, which always stands head first against the flow of the river. Approaching from behind, the angler will remain almost 100% invisible.

If you are fishing in areas where the current is very fast, try to hold the bait so that it goes a little slower than the current, otherwise the trout simply will not have time to grab it.

If the water is very cold, the likelihood of trout standing in fast currents is greatly reduced. In such conditions, it is better to look for these fish in areas with slow currents.

Trout fishing in the lake usually takes place on paid ponds, which are stocked with trout and, usually, not only trout. In such lakes, of course, there is fish and there is a lot of it, but the use of bait still plays a big role. Even if there are a lot of trout in the reservoir, they are scattered throughout the lake, and your task is to collect them in one place - the one in which you will catch them.

To catch trout, you can use any bait; commercial bait for catching carp fish is excellent. Adding shrimp juice to the bait, which remains in the defrosted package of shrimp, is very helpful in attracting trout, unless, of course, you use this particular bait to catch trout. Well, in general, here you can learn more about bait for trout.

The depth of trout fishing in the lake is determined directly on the spot, because trout can be found in any water column. Sometimes it is successfully caught at the very surface of the water, sometimes at the very bottom, but most often it stands somewhere in the neutral layer - a meter or several meters from the bottom or from the surface of the water.

More detailed and general information about trout fishing can be found on the page - trout fishing.

Gear selection

Any type of float rod is suitable for trout fishing. The most commonly used are fly, Bolognese and match tackle.

Fly fishing rod

The swing is a simple float , in which there is nothing superfluous. The rings, reel seat and reel are missing. Thanks to this, the weight of such a fishing rod is minimal, and it is very convenient to fish with it.

For trout fishing, fly rods 4–7 m long are suitable. Which size to choose depends on the conditions. For fishing on a small river, a short fishing rod is better, especially if the banks are covered with trees and bushes that interfere with fishing.

If the reservoir is large and the banks are open, you should take a more serious fishing rod - 6–7 m long or more. With such gear it will be possible to cast the bait further, and the chances of a good catch will increase.

Bolognese fishing rod

The lapdog is the best fishing rod for trout . It consists of a telescopic rod 4–8 or more meters long, equipped with guide rings and an inertial or inertial-free reel. The Bolognese fishing rod is designed for fishing in the current; it is convenient to make long retrieves with it. To do this, you just need to send the equipment into the water and release the line from the reel.

The Bolognese fishing rod is equipped with an inertial or inertial-free reel. The inertial action is suitable for line fishing, but you won’t be able to cast light equipment far with it. The inertia-free reel, in turn, allows you to both comfortably fish with the wire and make long casts. It provides the fisherman with maximum opportunities.

Match fishing rod

Match – designed for long-distance fishing . It consists of a rod equipped with guides and a spinning reel. You can fish with a match and in a retrieve, like a lapdog, but for this it is much less suitable.

A match fishing rod is an excellent tackle for trout fishing on ponds and lakes, when you need to cast 15–20 meters or more. With a good match, you can easily fish 40–60 meters from the shore, where fish, including trophy ones, are always kept.

Tackle and equipment

You can choose the perfect time and place for fishing, however, if you do not choose the right fishing gear, your chance of catching trout will be significantly lower. Usually in winter trout are caught on:

• Float rod.
• For a winter fishing rod with a nod (jigs, spoons, balancers)
• To the girders.

Let's consider these methods in more detail.

Fishing with a winter float rod

A float rod for winter trout fishing is adjusted so that its nozzle is located at a height of 20-30 cm above the bottom. This is explained by the fact that this way the trout will see it faster and attack.

Therefore, the mass of the float and the small pellet, which is located below the float, is selected so that when adding a nozzle, the equipment gradually sinks to the bottom. This is done on purpose because such movement is interesting for trout. In winter water the float and bites are good, so many people prefer to fish this way.

On a winter fishing rod with a nod

An equally popular method of trout fishing. If you want to use this tackle, you will definitely enjoy fishing. With a winter fishing rod with a nod, the angler is always in the process of fishing, playing with the bait, feeling bites.

When fishing with such a fishing rod, be careful not to leave it in place. Because, unlike a large number of other predators, trout attack without thinking. And strong enough that she can easily drag the fishing rod away.

Low-amplitude play with a jig allows you to arouse interest in trout and provoke a bite

Watch a video about catching winter trout with a jig:

To the girders

For fishing for this predator, standard girders are used. They are equipped with a fishing line whose thickness is 0.25-0.3 mm. Single hook with a long shank, if there are small trout in the water area, then small hooks can be used

It is important that the hook is absolutely sharp, because

This predator has a very strong mouth. The leash is made as standard from durable flucarbon. The equipment is carried out with a sliding sinker, small (no more than 4 g).

Sometimes an ordinary fishing rod and a school ruler are enough to make a zherlitsa.

Narrow-bodied live bait or shrimp are used as bait; trout paste can also be used. The process of catching trout on girders is absolutely identical to catching pike or perch.

Important: in many regions there is a limit on the number of girders per fisherman. Make sure that this fishing method is not prohibited in the region where you plan to fish.

fishing line

Monofilament is usually used as the main fishing line for trout fishing. Suitable diameter is from 0.2 to 0.25 mm. For match fishing with long casting, a thicker monofilament with a diameter of 0.25-0.3 mm is sometimes used as the main fishing line, especially in cases where heavy waggler floats are used and long casts are made over several tens of meters.

There are special match monofilaments. They differ from standard ones in that they have little stretch and sink quickly after casting. Catching trout with such lines on a match rod is much more convenient than with a regular monofilament.

Leaders are made of monofilament or fluorocarbon with a breaking load 15–25% less than that of the main line. The best choice would be fluorocarbon. It has a refractive index close to that of water. Therefore, fluorocarbon is almost invisible to trout in the water. In this parameter it is superior to monofilament.

If you use fluorocarbon line leaders, the number of bites increases.

How to assemble the tackle correctly

A trout fishing rod should be long, 5-6 m. Such a rod will help you make long casts and at the same time be at a distance from the fishing spot so as not to spook the prey.

Since the rod must be held in your hands throughout the entire fishing, the product must be light. Therefore, you should not choose fiberglass, even if it is inexpensive. Otherwise, your hands get tired while fishing. A fishing rod made of carbon or carbon fiber weighs lighter.

The coil may be inertial. It is not necessary to buy a modern inertialess one; it will make the tackle heavier.

How to assemble the equipment correctly:

• the main line is passed through the float;
• install a stopper necessary to prevent the float from hitting the weight;
• attach a swivel that can protect the equipment from getting caught, the product will ensure that there are no problems when hooking and casting;
• A removable leash is installed behind the swivel.

It is worth attaching hooks of the required sizes to each leash.

fishing line

Since fish are caught in clear water with a rod, trout requires the thinnest possible equipment. The line must withstand the resistance of the prey when the fisherman reels it in. At the same time, the material is invisible in clean water.

A sufficient line diameter is 0.2-0.25 mm, a leash is 0.18 mm. With a small diameter, the strength of the material is high. Experienced fishermen do not recommend using rougher rigs, as this may scare trout away from the bait.

Hooks

For trout fishing rods, it is recommended to use 6-9 hooks. It is worth fishing with tackle that only has one hook attached. You should not use the second one, as this can reduce the number of bites: the fish is careful.

The main characteristics of the hook are that it must be strong and sharp. Those who are going to fish with paste need to choose products that have a spring on the fore-end. This way the bait stays on the hook longer.

Floats

It is better to choose oval, teardrop-shaped or spherical floats for trout. It’s good if the product has antennas of bright colors. Such gear helps when using any attachment.

Fishing stores sell float gear designed specifically for catching this type of fish. The products are made taking into account the characteristics of trout biting behavior.

Fishing rod rig

Standard equipment for trout fishing with a float looks like this:

• the float itself, which is attached using one or more cambrics;
• several pellet sinkers of different sizes, located on the fishing line in descending order: the largest is closer to the float, the smallest is below;
• leash with hook.

In addition to standard equipment, you can also use installation with two leashes and hooks. The first one should be higher than the second one. In this case, it will be possible to fish different horizons with one fishing rod and quickly determine at what depth the trout are kept on the day chosen for fishing.

To fish with a match fishing rod at great depths exceeding the length of the rod, you need sliding equipment:

• a locking knot is tied on the fishing line;
• then the bead is put on;
• after it - a sliding float;
• another bead;
• then sinkers and a leash with a hook are attached to the fishing line.

Choosing a rod for trout fishing

Fishing will mainly be carried out from the shore; Bolognese, fly or classic float rods up to 7 meters long can be used. The main requirement that must be taken into account when choosing gear is weight. The convenience of the fishing process will largely depend on this parameter.

An excellent solution would be to buy a carbon fiber or composite fishing rod; such options are distinguished by their low weight, but, most importantly, durability and reliability, which is of no small importance when fishing for a caught trophy. Now let’s look at the features of choosing each of the proposed fishing rod options:

• Fly rod. Used when fishing at short distances, rod options are available from 5 to 7 meters in length. It is not necessary to use a reel; the line can be attached directly to the rod tip. The main thing to consider is the weight of the gear, since you will need to hold the fishing rod in your hand throughout the entire fishing process. The choice regarding length is made individually based on the characteristics of the fishing area. So, for example, in cramped conditions you should choose models within 4 meters in length, and in open space you can use a rod 6-7 meters long.

• Bolognese fishing rod. The advantage of the gear is that it can be used to successfully catch trout in bodies of water with standing water and currents. Fishing rods of this type are offered in lengths of 5-8 meters. The blank is equipped with high-quality guide rings, which allows you to install an inertia-free reel. As for the reel, it is recommended to purchase the simplest options, the main thing here is weight, as for the size of the spool, 1,000 is enough. Note that the main purpose of the element is to store a small supply of fishing line (20-25 meters). Using a Bolognese rod will allow you to catch trout using a free floating bait; this fishing technique is especially beneficial during periods of low predator activity.

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• Match fishing rod. Mostly this option is the choice if you plan to fish on lakes with standing water. The tackle allows you to fish at medium distances. The design of the rod includes large guide rings. If you use a spinning reel with a spool size of 1,000, you can successfully catch trout at a distance of 15-20 meters from the fishing point.

Clothing and equipment

Waders

In many cases, wading boots or waders are an indispensable piece of equipment for trout fishing with a line. In them you can go into the water at a distance of 5–10 or more meters from the shore. This will be especially useful when fishing with a fly rod, when it is not possible to make a long cast. But wading boots or waders will also be useful when fishing with Bolognese or match gear. Thanks to them, catches increase significantly.

Landing net

Also, when fishing for trout with a fishing rod, a landing net is useful. This fish is very slippery, and it is inconvenient to handle it with your hand. The landing net is selected according to the fishing conditions . For fishing with a float rod from the shore, landing nets with long handles are suitable, which can be used to catch fish even if the shore is high or thickets of grass are in the way. For wading fishing, compact landing nets called “rackets” are used. When such a landing net is not used, it can be hung behind your back and it will not interfere with fishing.

It is better to choose a landing net with a silicone mesh. The hook will not get stuck in it, it does not absorb odors, and it is always easy to clean. The silicone mesh does not injure the delicate skin of the trout, which is important for those who fish using the “catch and release” principle.

Tips and secrets

A large number of anglers, who have a lot of experience and secrets in fishing, are switching from traditional fish to more resourceful fish. Therefore, trout is the object of greatest attention among professionals. Trout fishing is a labor-intensive process that is accompanied by high mobility of the fisherman. This happens because trout is a very active fish throughout the year. Trout fish is delicate and demanding. Does not live in waters exceeding 20 degrees.

The fish are concentrated in springs and lakes, where the water is crystal clear. As stated earlier, trout fishing occurs in early spring, immediately after the ice has melted. You can fish using a classic float rod, fly fishing and spinning.

If fishing is done using a float rod, it is necessary to use a powerful rod of as long a length as possible. When you have such a rod, you have the opportunity to make a long cast and get to the “spot” where the trout likes to be.

In addition to the fact that the rod should be strong and long, it should be light in weight with a fairly rigid tip. In this case, you will be able to throw the bait a sufficient distance. Of all the abundance of trout species, river trout is the most common in our country. The most effective bait for it is a red dung worm, or a caddis larva.

The worm should be put in half on the hook, as small trout will not covet too large a bait. Fishing for trout requires the fisherman to have the necessary patience and extreme accuracy: you need to approach the place where the fish are baited without making too much noise, so as not to scare away the wary fish. Making frequent casts is categorically not recommended, because the trout may simply get scared and move to another place.

Fishing for trout in the spring on a retractable leash with rubber:

What you should pay attention to

Sweeping . There is no need to hook the fish with too much force. The force and sharpness of the hook will not give you any advantages. Trout hit the bait hard, so a sharp hook is simply not required. It is used only if you need to tighten the line before fishing. Instead of providing strong tension, hooking will only create slack.

Equipment . The equipment of an angler who wants to try his luck in trout fishing should include:

Sunglasses . They not only reduce the impact of sunlight on the eyes, but also eliminate glare. This will help you see trout in shallow water. These glasses will help the fisherman out during summer and spring fishing.

Landing net . Without it, it is difficult to get even a small trout. A short racket landing net is very inconvenient when fishing on a river, because it is quite difficult to get caught fish into it. If the fishing takes place on “platforms”, then it will do its job perfectly. For fishing in natural bodies of water, use a landing net with a retractable handle; the diameter of the hoop should be at least 50 cm. With this landing net it is not difficult to catch medium-sized trout. No tail, no scales!

Lure

When fishing on paid platforms, feeding trout gives good results. You can use regular mixtures for catching white fish, such as crucian carp or crucian carp. Use those baits that are used when catching them in cold water, in spring or autumn. These mixtures contain animal ingredients such as fish meal or chopped fish. They attract trout well.

When fishing on platoons, coarse-grained mixtures, similar to the food that trout are given in such ponds, work well. You can use the feed that the fish are used to eating. This bait should be crumbly so that the granules do not stick together and fall apart from each other. During fishing, constantly throw in new portions to keep the trout at the fishing point. This fish is attracted to moving (falling) bait .

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In this article I will tell you about all the advantages of trout fishing on paid platforms. Fishing on paid reservoirs is a guaranteed catch and you don’t have to go far out of town. The article also describes how to choose a fishing spot, what bait and gear should be used to maximize the catch. Some interesting facts about this fishing are also described.

About reservoirs

Successful fishing can be carried out not only on country rivers and lakes, but also on paid reservoirs. Often, many fishing enthusiasts simply cannot go out of town, there are reasons for this, there is not enough time, and the vacation is still far away, then you don’t want to go a hundred miles after a tiring day of work.

The best option in this situation would be a paid pond with rainbow trout. This kind of fishing is becoming more and more popular from year to year, it has its pros and cons. The downside is that fishing is paid, but the upside is that you don’t need to travel far, and the catch is guaranteed. Many paid reservoirs almost always have recreation centers, large comfortable rooms with all privileges, and the bathhouse, which, as usual, is placed on the shore of the reservoir, has become especially popular. The banks of the pay zones are equipped in the best possible way, each fishing spot has its own small bridge, which the fisherman can easily climb onto, but the banks are high and this is not always convenient, so if you want to fish in such a place, stock up on a landing net with a long handle, which is without unnecessary labor will help raise the fish.

Such paid reservoirs are located in almost all major cities, so fishing enthusiasts will not be bored. Paid reservoirs with iris are open all year round; even in winter you can find spinning anglers fighting with inactive fish and weather conditions on non-freezing reservoirs.

The big peak of trout fishing activity on the paid sites comes in the summer and autumn. During this period, trout are most active and move throughout the reservoir; the angler can only choose the right bait.

Depending on the fishing season, the activity of trout and its behavior changes, so when going to a paid site, be sure to find out how things are with activity. At the moment, all fishing bases are creating Internet portals where they post the latest news. Be sure to familiarize yourself with such things, because the proverb says, forewarned is forearmed, so be fully armed. Much depends on the fishing season; trout adapts to the surrounding conditions and therefore shows appropriate activity.

There is no thermocline on the pay zones , since a certain water level and hydrological regime are always maintained; trout are almost always affected only by atmospheric pressure and humidity. Trout is a delicate fish, so it tolerates such conditions very painfully. Fishing in such situations is empty, because the activity of the fish tends to zero.

Choose the sunniest days for fishing , but good trout can be caught on a rainy day. Rain enriches the water with oxygen, and the fish rush to the surface, and its bite becomes longer, thanks to this weather. Take these factors into account and do not neglect checking the weather, be vigilant and then fishing will bring joy, not grief and a wasted day.

Fishing places

Platniks are almost always reservoirs with even depth and good relief. As was said earlier, places for fishing in such areas are organized in advance, but it is important for us to choose exactly the right and catchable place.

Trout is an active predator, so throughout the fishing day it actively moves around the reservoir, catches flies from the surface and simply basks in the sun.

There is a little trick. Trout always hang around in the place where water is supplied to the pond; there you can always find a large concentration of iris and parsley, depending on which trout is released into the pond.

Such places are called aquariums, and fishing in them is only of an entertaining nature, the fish stays in the flow of fresh water and does not pay attention to what is happening in the environment, we just have to throw the bait correctly. The fish reacts to the splash and rushes to search for prey, and this prey is a wobbler or walker.

A hole is a very catchy place, and given that there are very few of them in reservoirs of this type, the fish tend to such anomalies for unknown reasons. If you find such a place. Then your catch is guaranteed double. Very often trout are found near the bridges on which anglers stand; the bridge is also an anomaly, but not underwater. It’s all in your hands, look for places and experiment, fortunately that’s why fishing requires a special specific approach and attention.

Gear used

It has long been known that trout is a very lively and nimble fish, so catching trout on a spinning rod with a swoop will not work; you need a special, elastic ultralight rod that can hold back sudden jerks of the fish. For those who don’t know, ultralight is a spinning rod specially designed for catching wary fish species, including trout. With this gear you can use the smallest wobblers and micro spinners to which trout readily respond.

Among spinning rods, models from Pontoon-21 and Deiko have proven themselves to be excellent, such as Unitra, which is specially designed for trout fishing, and Fezerweit, which is also a similar model.

The reel needs appropriate requirements , since we use an ultralight spinning rod, the reel must comply with the class. The size of the meat grinder required is 1500-2000 thousand, which optimally suits our requirements. You need the softest friction clutch that is well adjustable. For such tasks, it is better to use front friction coils, which cope with the task perfectly.

It would be stupid to advise anything from famous manufacturers, so I will name two models of reels from good companies.

The first model is Deiwa Ezist, the second model is SHCIMANO Naski. These models simply have excellent spooling and smooth drag, which is indispensable for trout fishing.

These models are distinguished by good throwability, sensitivity and a good margin of safety. With the use of these tackles you will always get the greatest pleasure from fishing.

Many fishermen use monofilament for trout fishing , as it stretches well, and if it stretches, it means it holds the fish well. The color does not matter, but the diameter can affect the outcome of the fishing. It is preferable to use a fishing line of 0.18-0.20 size, it is not so thick and the fish are not afraid of it.

To quickly and conveniently replace baits, we need a good carabiner. The products of the Japanese company Owner have proven themselves very well. The Japanese make carbines and swivels very well and have long won the trust of many fishermen.

Lures

Basically, there are no large numbers of trout on the platform, they release a certain amount of fish, and while this fish is active, it can be caught with almost anything that you throw under its nose, but over time the fish becomes wary. It’s interesting where the brothers have gone, and this is where you have to experiment.

During the day, trout occupy all fishing horizons from bottom to surface. To catch fish on all horizons we will need baits with different depths of use, these are like wobblers.

Trout really loves cranks and minnows , but also responds well to oscillating spoons, and lures made of soft plastic, the so-called silicone, should also not be thrown into the background.

There is one trick: when the trout begins to react poorly to wobblers, then it needs to throw a bait that is radically different in character, such as rubber.

The rubber is cut into small pieces; silicone in the form of worms is especially suitable for this operation. We take such a worm, put it on an offset hook and throw it to the trout. The wiring looks like this: After casting, we give a pause until the circles disperse and begin to move the bait in small short jerks. The trout switches some kind of switch, and the fish immediately attacks the object. This is the point of such fishing: find the fish, present the bait correctly and wait for a confident bite.

Trout is a schooling fish, in which the herd instinct is triggered, this is what explains the attack of the bait by several individuals at once. There are times when you lead the bait and see that the fish are literally jostling in the water. There are funny moments when two fish are caught on the hook at once, the tackle is on the verge of breaking, the clutch is squealing, that’s fishing, that’s what it’s all about! Trout is a delicate fish, so it is not necessary to take it into your hand through a wet landing net or wet your palm with cold water.

Interesting Facts

When you are going on a paid fishing trip, you should know that not only the day of fishing is paid for, but also the fish caught ; therefore, you should have a small supply of cash with you. On some reservoirs there is a rule that says: caught fish are not released, it is not known what the reason is, but a rule is a rule and must be followed.

Trout loves very bright baits, especially acidic shades . You need to have a waterproof marker of the appropriate color with you, which will allow you to apply contrasting spots, and they, in turn, will have a positive effect on the bite.

The bait can be lubricated with an attractant , which is enriched with a mixture of amino acids so necessary for the fish. The trout, sensing the smell of the attractant, immediately rushes to its location and attacks the bait, all we have to do is make a timely hook, and then the outcome of the fight depends on the skill and ability to hold the fish.

Lures

The following baits are used for catching trout using a float rod:

• worm;
• bloodworms, maggots and other insect larvae;
• shrimp;
• fry;
• corn;
• trout paste.

It is better to place bloodworms and maggots on the hook in bunches. In this case, there will be a greater chance that trophy-sized trout will be interested in the bait. In some reservoirs, this fish is excellently caught using live bait (fry), in others it pays almost no attention to such bait. A good live bait for catching trout near the surface and in the middle layers will be a verkhovka. You can use another fish of suitable size.

If you are going to catch trout with a fishing rod in an unfamiliar body of water, it is worth making inquiries about what baits it prefers in this water area. If you fail to collect such information, take as many attachments as possible and try them one by one.

Paste is a special bait for trout fishing, which can be bought in fishing stores. Its composition is selected in such a way that it perfectly attracts this fish.

If used sparingly, one jar will last for a long time, so this bait will not cost much.

Hooks

Hooks should be used No. 6-9 and only if large trout are caught, hook No. 3-5 can be tied. It is recommended to catch trout on a single-hook rig, as using a second hook can significantly reduce the number of bites due to the wariness of this fish.

You shouldn’t skimp on hooks, they should be sharp and strong, so you should give preference to trusted manufacturers:

• Owner;
• Cobra;
• Gamakatsu;
• Kamatsu et al.

If you plan to fish with paste, it would be advisable to buy special hooks with a spring on the fore-end. This spring helps the bait stay on the hook much better and longer.

That's basically all that concerns float gear for trout fishing. There is nothing special about the equipment; you can even use the same fishing rod that you use to catch crucian carp. But you will still need lighter tackle, since the rod has to be suspended almost all the time - trout bites are very sharp and you need to always be ready to hook.

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Choosing the time to catch

The timing for fishing for trout with a fishing rod depends on the season:

• in spring it is caught throughout the daylight hours, especially good catches can be obtained in the afternoon, when the water is warmed up;
• in summer, trout are active mainly in the mornings and evenings, as well as at night; in the middle of the day at this time the water warms up too much and the fish feels uncomfortable;
• In autumn , trout bite throughout the daylight hours.

Wiring technique

When to catch: catching time is at dawn; fishing in the late evening can also yield a good catch.

The peculiarities of catching fish also differ depending on the season. In spring, it is worth choosing the time after lunch. During this period, the surface of the reservoir warms up, and insects move more actively. Trout fish do not like too hot weather, so in summer you should choose early morning or night. In autumn, you can catch prey all day long, as fish love moderately warm air.

There are several methods of fishing using float gear:

• on the surface - by floating;
• in the water column - with bait, which is thrown under the surface of the reservoir;
• using a tray - the bait must be cast to the very bottom, but not left on it.

Using techniques according to habitat makes it easier to catch; When caught, fishing is faster and more active, a person gets less tired than if he sits on the shore for a long time waiting for a bite.

Fishing technique

Ways to animate bait

Trout prefer moving bait . Therefore, when catching it with a fishing rod, the bait on the hook must, one way or another, be animated so that the fish becomes interested in it.

On the river, you just need to throw the equipment downstream, and the flow of water will do all the work for you. When the bait swims past a hungry trout, it will grab it. You can periodically make pauses so that the progress of the equipment slows down.

If there is wind on a fishing day, it will slowly move the float, and with it the equipment. They help animate the bait and waves. When there is excitement on the surface of a river or lake, the float rises and falls over and over again, setting a peculiar game for the hook with bait.

If there is no current, no wind, no waves, you will have to do all the work yourself. In such a situation, perform light pulls with the rod so that the bait moves from place to place. Trout that does not respond to a stationary bait will attack the bait floating in the water column and get hooked.

Another option is fishing with a falling bait. The sinkers must be moved higher towards the float, and then cast after cast to one point after another. Once in the water, the hook with bait will slowly sink, attracting fish. Sometimes, when the trout is capricious, it can only be enticed to bite in this way. Therefore, take it into service and use it if necessary.

Fishing of different horizons

Trout can feed in any layer of water - near the bottom, in the middle horizon or near the surface. This distinguishes it from most other fish that seek food at the bottom. Trout actively collects insects from the surface of the water; it also feeds on small invertebrates and fry, which can stay in the middle layers of the water column.

This point must be taken into account when fishing. Always check different horizons to determine where the fish are holding on the day you choose to go to the water. A fishing rod with two leashes, one of which is located much higher than the other, will greatly simplify this process.

Trout fishing techniques on small rivers

Fishing for trout with a fishing rod on small rivers is very interesting. This type of fishing is similar to hunting. In such reservoirs you can catch both trout weighing 100–200 g and trophy specimens. You need to carefully move along the river, trying to remain invisible to the fish, and throw the equipment with bait at promising points. In small bodies of water, such areas are clearly visible - these can be holes and whirlpools, snags and fallen trees lying in the water, boulders, behind which the current slows down.

When fishing on a river with a fly rod, move upstream . Trout always stands with its head against the flow. Therefore, she will not notice your approach and will not be wary. Another option is to fish with a Bolognese fishing rod and release the rig with a water flow of 10-20 m or more. In this case, go with the flow. A fish standing in the distance, more than 15 meters away, will not notice you and will attack the bait offered to it without fear.

Biting, hooking and fishing

Trout usually bite sharply and decisively. If she is interested in the bait, the float immediately sinks or moves to the side. As soon as this happens, you need to hook immediately, as the fish can very quickly spit out the hook with the nozzle, feeling resistance or pricking itself on the tip.

When fishing, trout behave very energetically. Therefore, be prepared for strong resistance. The larger the trout, the more actively it fights. After successfully hooking, gradually pull the fish towards you, without allowing any slack in the line, in order to pull it ashore or bring it into the landing net. A properly configured clutch, which releases the line when pulled hard, simplifies the fishing process.

When fishing with a swing without a reel, you need to move the rod after the fish as it jerks.

A float rod is easy to use and at the same time very productive tackle. With the right approach to fishing, there is every chance of excellent catches. Some people consider this kind of fishing not interesting enough. But in fact, this is a very exciting and exciting fishing, which at the same time is accessible to everyone.

Fishing tactics

After a long selection of a fishing rod, its equipment, bait, lure and pond, you can finally begin the fishing process. Any type of trout fishing must be accompanied by dynamic retrieve, otherwise the fish will not react to a stationary bait.

Fishing methods and tactics may vary among many fishermen. But the main ones can be noted:

• From the bottom;

In this type of fishing, the bait lies on the bottom. But it should not sit there like dead weight and wait in the wings. The bait should be twitched at any frequency, but not for a long time.

• Influx;

It is most comfortable to use this technique with a Bolognese rod. The float and bait are launched along the river, the nozzle is located a short distance from the bottom of the reservoir.

But, it should be noted that this fishing tactic does not work on swampy, clogged rivers and lakes.

• Slow retrieval of submersible equipment.

In this case, you should put a large amount of bait on the hook. After casting it, the bait is slowly lowered to the bottom. The wiring must be pulling so that the bait clings to all layers of water.

This method is effective if the trout are not at their peak of activity.