Catching bream with a float rod

Choosing a place when catching bream with a float rod

So, when catching bream from the shore using a float rod, you should be guided by the following rule: keep the distance and the required depth. Such conditions are typical primarily for large bodies of water, such as reservoirs, large lakes, large and deep rivers and shipping canals. Bream, like large bream, rarely comes close to the shore, regardless of the season. And in the autumn-winter period it moves to a much greater depth than in summer.

As practice shows, fishing for bream at a depth of less than four meters is not promising. Therefore, you need to look for places where the depth, within casting reach, is four meters or more. These places are determined experimentally, during an active search using a depth gauge. The most convenient and correct depth gauge is produced by the Italian company Stonfo. It attaches easily to the hook and has a rounded shape, thanks to which it rarely gets caught on the bottom. Stonfo depth gauges are available in various weights. (from 3 to 30 g). In our case, taking into account the significant depth, as well as the load-carrying capacity of the floats used, a depth gauge of at least 15 g is needed.

Where is the bream

Fishing tactics depending on the season

Before you go fishing for bream, you must take into account the seasonal habits of the fish. In the cold season, it gathers in small flocks in the deepest places; in the warm season, it actively hunts small aquatic insects, so it often comes close to the shore. In this case, it is necessary to adjust not only the gear, but also the catching technique.

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From the shore

A prerequisite for fishing from the shore is an air temperature of at least +5°C, only in this case the fish will be at the optimal distance from the fishing spot. That is why they resort to it only in spring, summer and autumn, while in winter the fish stays exclusively in the center of the reservoir.

In spring, bream actively migrate in search of food; for this they gather in small schools of 5–20 individuals. In this case, fish can be found just a few tens of meters from the shore, near the edges and other various bottom irregularities. Therefore, the fisherman, using bait, should create an artificial barrier that will slow down the movement of the bream and concentrate its attention at the desired point.

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In summer and autumn, the fish often lives near the center of the reservoir, at a depth of up to 15 m. At this time, it is cautious and rises to the surface only in the late afternoon or at night. In this case, tactics should be aimed at reaching maximum depths. To do this, the bait is thrown at a distance of 30 meters or more from the shore. In this case, it is necessary to carry out several preliminary measurements of the bottom depth.

In still water

A pond with still water is considered the “easiest” place for successful fishing, which is why it is recommended that most beginners start with it. In this case, you will need the lightest and smallest gear that reacts as sensitively as possible to even minimal bite. In summer, spring and autumn, such fishing begins with feeding fish, this requires at least 30–60 minutes. Only after this the bottom is measured and a test casting of gear with bait is carried out.

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Fishing in winter is more labor-intensive - first the fisherman needs to find a remote and quiet place, away from other winter fishing enthusiasts. After this, you need to cut from 1 to 20 holes in the ice at a distance of several tens of meters from each other. This is the only way to accurately find the location of the flock. Subsequently, the bottom is measured, and then bait is applied to the most profitable holes for fishing. Since fish often disperse along the flat bottom of a standing reservoir, fishing in each hole is carried out alternately.

On the current

Reservoirs with a current have a rather characteristic bottom, which is a multi-stage formation with small stationary cascades in which the fish stop. This certainly affects fishing tactics, so in summer, spring and autumn, catching bream begins with the detection of such areas with gear. After this, spot feeding is carried out, and then a test casting of the bait.

Rod selection

Taking into account the above, the most functional way to catch bream using a float rod is to fish with a fly telescope. The fly telescope at great depths, due to the small distance between the float and the tip of the rod, is characterized by high controllability of the tackle. It is easy to use and, most importantly, does not limit the angler’s mobility when changing places and searching for fish. The use of Bolognese rods, in this case, is neither effective nor comfortable. Bologna fishing is technically more complex, and at the same distance with a fly telescope it is less productive. In our case, we could use a match rod. But match fishing techniques are quite complex and require certain training and skill, without which the chances of success are zero. If we consider plug fishing, its main disadvantage is that it practically deprives the angler of the opportunity to move around in search of fish. In addition, compared to a flywheel telescope, plug-in equipment costs an order of magnitude more.

Fly rod

When choosing a fly rod, you should keep in mind that the most ergonomic is a telescope equipped with a sports (combined) whip. The presence of such a whip makes it easier to work with the rod, shifting the center of gravity closer to the butt, and also allows you to fish for large fish much more effectively, dampening even minor jerks. In addition, a sports whip allows you to use thinner lines and smaller hooks, which, in turn, increases the possible number of bites. It is worth noting that today, almost all fishing rods with a sports whip are made of carbon fiber. Therefore, in the future, everything that will be said about rods means only rods made of carbon fiber (aka carbon, aka graphite).

Where to fish with a float

Even in the recent past, a float was an ordinary walnut or bamboo stick with simple equipment. If such a float tackle made it possible to catch bream, it was on narrow rivers from the shore or in shallow places in reservoirs and lakes from boats. Also, fishing rods of this type were used during the short period of spring fish migration, when schools rose closer to the coastline, where they could be reached.

Modern types of fishing rods can significantly expand the horizons of catching bream on a float, thanks to an increase in casting distance. Moreover, this applies not only to long-range matches, but also to a fly rod that is quite “short” by the standards of range.

In the following table we indicate under what conditions each type will work best.

Type of float rod	Conditions of use
Flywheel	Fishing from a boat with a fishing rod of 4-5 meters. From the shore with a rod up to 12 meters long.
Plug	Canals, narrow rivers with a fishing distance of up to 15 meters.
Bologna	Along the river flow using the wiring method. At an average casting distance of up to 30 meters.
Match	With a casting distance of 30 meters.

Rod length

As already noted, catching bream with a float rod is always a significant distance, therefore, the rod must be of the appropriate length. The use of telescopes shorter than 8 m is almost pointless. The longer the rod, the greater the chances of success, that is, the length of the rod is directly proportional to the possible fishing efficiency. Therefore, it makes sense to consider rods in the length range from 8 m to 11 m. However, it should be remembered that as the length of the rod increases, the pressure on the fisherman’s hands also increases due to increased leverage. And, in this regard, the weight of the rod plays an important role. And this is directly related to the class of the rod. The conclusion suggests itself: the longer the rod, the higher its class should be. Otherwise, the process of fishing from pleasure can turn into exhausting work. For example, a modern high-end 9-piece weighs 450-500 g, top models of the same length weigh no more than 400 g, and they exert almost half as much pressure on the fisherman’s hands. And since the class of a fishing rod directly determines its market value, the task comes down to finding the optimal balance between comfort and wallet. Expensive fishing rods from leading brands are made from modern, high-tech materials that reduce the weight of the product through the use of carbon fibers that have higher physical and mechanical properties.

Bottom fishing rod

Fish feeding is especially relevant in summer and autumn. Donka is used in quiet reservoirs.

Design features of bottom gear:

Telescopic type of fishing rod with a length of 1.5 - 2 m.
Inertia-free reel model with a size of 2000 - 3000.
The main line is the same as for the previous tackle.
A load with a weight of 15 - 50 g.
Several leashes equipped with hooks numbered 6 – 14.
You can use a bell or an electronic model as a bite alarm

Based on numerous observations, it is effective to equip bottom tackle with a feeder (a spring for fishing in still water and a feeder feeder with a load for fishing in strong currents). The presence of a feeder makes it possible to target feeding with each subsequent cast.

Types of bottom tackle:

Rubber. The advantage of this design is that it simplifies the fishing process itself; there is no need to frequently throw and pull out the tackle. It is better to use elastic bands in small water areas with moderate currents.
Makushatnik. The tackle consists of a feeder made of a lead plate, to which pieces of sunflower cake are attached, and sharp hooks are hidden in the top of the head.
Pacifier. Here the feeder is also made of lead material, but a lid from a plastic canister or glass jar is mounted on it, into which the finished bait with hooks is placed.
Ring. This type of donkey is made by hand from a steel ring weighing 20–50 grams and having a narrow cut. The cut, in turn, is necessary for threading the fishing thread of the feeder and for opening the main fishing line. The feeder is made of mesh, perforated plastic, its loading should be 1 - 3 kg.
Eggs. The tackle is similar in principle and tactics to the ring, but unlike it, it consists of a large safety pin equipped with lead balls at the ends. The main line is threaded through a special hole, and the feeder line is passed between the balls. Eggs are a universal tackle; it works at any time of the year, but in open water.

Installation of equipment

The design of the float and the installation of equipment are of great importance. The best floats for fly fishing for bream are floats with two attachment points, having a body, an antenna, a keel and a pass ring. They are divided into floats for still water and for fishing in currents. Floats for still water have an elongated body with a thin upper part, which clearly demonstrates the rising bite that is so characteristic of bream. A float for fishing in currents has a pear-shaped body and a longer keel. These parameters ensure greater stability of the float when guiding and, especially, when holding. The carrying capacity of the floats used, regardless of the strength of the current, can gradually increase from 3 g to 6-7 g with an increase in the length of the rod from 8 m to 11 m. The sinker is divided into two parts: the main one and the secondary one. The weight of the feeder, depending on the carrying capacity of the float, can range from 0.2 g to 0.6 g. This ensures good visibility of the bite on the rise.

Fly rod

The equipment consists of a main line and a leash. The length of the leash is no more than 15 cm for still water and up to 30 cm for fishing in the current. The diameter of the leader line used can range from 0.1 mm to 0.14 mm (for the largest bream). The diameter of the main line should be 0.02-0.04 mm thicker than the leader. The length of the rig from hook to loop is usually 30-40 cm shorter than the length of the rod. The hooks used are numbered from 14 to 8, depending on the size of the nozzle. Some of the best hooks for this case are the Japanese Gamakatsu LS 1310, LS1010, LS1810, as well as Kamasan 511 and 512 hooks.

Equipment and installation of a float rod for bream

The so-called “bream hunt” begins with a selection of the right gear. This inhabitant of freshwater bodies is very cautious, so it can be found in secluded places hidden from humans, often at the very bottom. That is why every fisherman will need appropriate equipment that allows him to reach the location of the fish, as well as attract its attention to the maximum.

Rod selection

To catch bream with fishing rods, professional fishermen and those who like to “sit with a fishing rod” use only 4 types of gear. These include fly, match, Bolognese and plug models, which allow you to optimize the fishing of aquatic inhabitants depending on the specific conditions and type of reservoir. At the same time, their main characteristic is considered to be the distance from which the bait is supplied - it is selected relative to the depth and current of the reservoir, as well as the distance the bream is from the fisherman.

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Fly fishing rod

Fly models are ordinary telescopic rods or spinning rods, consisting of 3–5 links. In the classic version, they are made of lightweight carbon fiber and other types of carbon fiber, without winding rings.

In this case, a fastening connector must be installed on the top to connect the structure with fishing line and other gear. For fishing from the shore, in still water and in current conditions, fly rods with a length of 5–9 m should be used, and when fishing from a boat, the length should not exceed 4 m.

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Match tackle

This type of gear is used regardless of the current and type of reservoir, when bream or bream are caught from the banks of rivers and lakes more than 5 m deep. They are equipped with thin and light equipment weighing up to 20 g, which allows them to make the longest throws.

In this case, the optimal length of the fishing rod should be about 3.5-4.5 m. The action of such a fishing rod must be slow or medium, which, even with the most sharp hooking, allows you to preserve the fish’s oral cavity from ruptures, and with this, increase the efficiency of hooking.

Bologna rod

This fishing rod is used on lakes or rivers with a small current when fishing from the shore or from the side of a boat. The rod is the most versatile, as it allows you to use almost any set of gear weighing up to 25 g.

Important! The Bolognese fishing rod is able to withstand even the strongest winds without putting any strain on the angler’s hands. That is why it is especially effective when fishing in large and open reservoirs located far from forest plantations.

The optimal length of such gear is 6-7 meters, while it is best to choose rings that are medium in diameter. In this regard, the Bolognese fishing rod should be made only of durable but lightweight carbon fiber.

Plug tackle

This rod is best suited for lake bream, which lives in a closed reservoir or in a river with minimal current. The main feature of this gear is its size.

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The average fishing rod is 9–12 m long, which allows it to be used for spot fishing from the shore. Most often, plug-type rods are used on reservoirs with a wide coastal zone or when fishing in thickets, when it is difficult to get to the desired place.

Coil

Also an important element of the float tackle is the reel; its choice determines not only the convenience of the fishing process, but also its effectiveness. The ideal option is a lightweight, inertia-free model with fine brake adjustment. For convenience, the controls should be located on the back of the reel. This allows you to regulate the stroke even during the process of hooking fish.

Important! Reels are installed only on match and Bolognese fishing rods. They are not suitable for fishing with fly and plug gear.

In this case, you can neglect models with high traction force, since a high line winding speed is important for catching bream and bream. This characteristic is especially valuable in reservoirs with strong currents or depths of more than 5 m, as it allows for a re-casting as quickly as possible.

Float

The float is considered the “heart” of the equipment; the sensitivity to bite of the entire equipment depends on its choice, and with this the chances of achieving a good catch increase. Today there are a huge number of shapes and types of this element, but they are traditionally divided into two types: flat and spindle-shaped. The former are ideal for rivers with strong currents and waves. This shape allows for minimal response to water fluctuations. The latter, in turn, are suitable for rivers with minimal flow or lakes.

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Depending on the geography of the reservoir, wind strength, etc., an adequate mass of the float should be selected. For rivers or in conditions with strong winds, it should correspond to the parameters of 3–5 g. In standing reservoirs, light models weighing only 0.5–1.5 g perform best. In this case, the preferred material for the float is balsa, the structure of which has the necessary strength and lightness for this.

Cargo

To load the float, you can use almost any material, but most often, various weighting agents made of light alloys of non-ferrous metals are used for this. This allows you to significantly reduce the time for installation, as well as adjusting the immersion level of gear.

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Hook

The optimal hook size for catching bream is selected according to the type of bait. If using a worm, you should choose models with sizes from 6 to 8 mm; for bloodworms and maggots, a hook of 12–14 mm will do. Well, when using plant bait - within 8–14 mm.

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To catch bream, the forend of the tackle must be shortened, with the sting bent inward. This will practically not give the fish a chance to escape during the bite, even with minimal reaction to the bait.

Technique for catching bream with a float rod

A few words about fishing technique. Fishing with fly telescopes is significantly different from fishing with shorter rods. Fishing is done while sitting, for which it is enough to have a folding chair without a backrest. The cast is made smoothly over the head. It should be noted that the majority of breakages of long rods occur when casting against a strong headwind, as well as when caught in bushes or grass behind the angler’s back.

When fishing in still water, the rod can be placed in front of you on stands, at a slight angle to the horizon. When fishing in the current, you have to constantly hold the rod in your hands, again in front of you, which ensures ease of casting and hooking. When fishing in still water, the depth of descent is set so that the catch touches the bottom, and the body of the float is entirely in the water. This allows you to simultaneously stabilize the position of the equipment and shows the bite on the rise. When fishing in the current, that is, in a retrieve, the bait is located above the bottom, and the hook with the nozzle drags along the bottom.

Using a fly and Bolognese fishing rod for catching bream

The rules that apply to these rigs are simple: if you need a thin leash with delicate tackle, then the choice falls on the swing. It is also used if the fishing zone is located further than 10 m from the shore; in other cases, the lapdog wins.

The Bolognese fishing rod has been familiar to all fishermen for a long time. The most popular rod height is 5 m. This means that on most ponds and lakes with an average depth of 3-4 m, this length is enough. “Taller” models have always had an impressive weight, which negatively affected their operation. A novelty in the fishing industry in the form of high-modulus carbon (the main material from which rod blanks are made) has radically changed the situation. Now fishermen can comfortably handle six to seven meter models.

The fly rod differs from its Bolognese counterpart in the absence of guide rings and the presence of a shock absorber built into the body of the rod through the tip. This device plays a big role in catching relatively large fish. A good shock absorber and its correct use allow you to deal with trophies weighing 3-4 kg.

In catching small bream, the advantage goes to the fly rod. The mobility of the rod makes it possible to fish “by hand” without using the stand. This advantage is important when fishing in flowing waters, when fishing is carried out by wire.

Bait when catching bream on a float rod

The bait used is slightly different from the recommended standard options. Excessively scented mixtures can repel wary, large fish and attract, first of all, small fish. Therefore, branded components, in the form of a dry mixture, can account for 20-25%, which also significantly saves money. The main bait mass can be in the form of breadcrumbs, boiled cereals (millet, corn) and ground flax, pumpkin and sunflower seeds. Millet is cooked for 7-8 minutes in a ratio of 3/2. Corn grits are poured into boiling water with vigorous stirring for 1 minute. The seeds are fried in a frying pan and ground in a coffee grinder.

When fishing in the current, it is advisable to add clay. It is possible to add a small amount of small bloodworms, mainly when fishing in the current. It should be noted that this does not always have a positive effect.

Lure

Attracting bream and bream to a certain place and detaining it is the basis of success. This can only be done with bait. For the float, bait with a large amount of soil is used. You can use both ready-made bait and cereals, and add flavorings. The main thing is that they do not scare away the fish. Sometimes when fishing in the current, a feeder is used. It is made like the one used for ring fishing. It is thrown into the water and equipped with a clearly visible float. While guiding past the float, the angler catches the baited area.

Feeding is carried out using hand-made balls. First, a few casts of the fishing rod are made to understand where the float will be or how it will pass. After this, they throw the balls, almost missing them. They should lie almost on the float, slightly short of reaching it. Underwater, they will travel a little further due to the inertia of the throw before they fall to the bottom. There is no need to feed upstream, since the food lies at the bottom and does not move even in a fairly strong flow.

It is very important that the bait balls remain on the bottom for a long time and ensure the supply of food for one to two hours of fishing. To do this you need to prepare different balls. First, they make waterlogged bait or porridge, mold several balls from it and throw them. After that, add a little soil, sculpt a few more and throw it in too. And so on until all the bait has been thrown in. Adding soil to varying degrees makes the set of balls at the bottom different, some of them will be loose and will immediately disintegrate, others will lie for a long time and provide long-term complementary feeding.

The amount of feed thrown into the water immediately should be at least 70%. Subsequent feeding is possible, but it will most likely scare away a school of bream with its noise, so it is better to do everything at dusk, before fishing, and then fish for a couple of hours at dawn. On large bodies of water, a float rod has less chance when fishing from the shore than a feeder, so it is advisable to take it fishing as well, in order to be guaranteed to have a catch.

Bait when catching bream on a float

The range of baits used for bream fishing is quite wide, and is divided into two categories: baits of plant and animal origin. Baits of animal origin include worms, maggots and bloodworms. Vegetable attachments, in our case, are, first of all, semolina dough (semolina) or star-shaped pasta.

When fishing for bream, semolina dough can be considered one of the most effective baits throughout the open water season. It's not difficult to prepare. Semolina is poured into boiling water with vigorous stirring in one fell swoop, which is brewed for 10-15 seconds. After the resulting dough has cooled slightly, let it rest for 3-4 minutes. stretches his hands. In this case, you need to add a small amount of sunflower or olive oil and confectionery vanillin. The volumetric proportions of water and semolina are one to one. Properly prepared semolina holds well on the hook and does not jump off when casting. For each specific case, the most effective nozzle is selected, and its optimal size is selected.

Maggot

In conclusion, it should be noted that when fishing with a long fly telescope, you cannot do without a landing net with a handle of at least three meters with a fishing line “head”. During pauses, the rod should not be placed on the ground, but only on stands. After fishing, the rod is disassembled, washed and dried (at home).

And the most important! When using long fly rods, do not position yourself near power lines. You should also stop fishing immediately when a thunderstorm occurs. In all other cases, we wish you a great bite!

Nozzles

Bream is a fish with very wide taste preferences. They catch it both with plant baits and all kinds of bait.

Vegetable origin

Dough - prepared from loaf crumb, flour and eggs.
Mastyrka is a porridge made from boiled peas and semolina; This attachment is universal not only for bream but also for all carp fish in freshwater bodies.
Canned Corn – This attachment is easily available at any grocery store. It stays very firmly on the hook, attracting bream not only with its smell, but also with its golden color.
Undercooked potatoes - the tubers are boiled to such an extent that they do not fall apart and can be cut into cubes, which are then placed on a hook.

Animal origin

Worm - used as bait for large dung crawls.
Bloodworm is the larva of the squeaking mosquito, used when catching bream on a float in early spring. Place bloodworms on small thin hooks, 2-3 pieces each.
Maggot is the larva of a blowfly; maggots are baited across the body, 3-4 maggots per hook.
Pearl barley meat is most often used when catching bream on rivers; the softest and most tender part is used in the shell.

Make your own nozzle

In addition to homogeneous baits, bream are often caught using homemade or purchased boilies.

Homemade boilies are prepared using the following technology:

Grind 100 grams of sunflower seeds in a coffee grinder to a powder.
Add 30-40 grams of egg powder, 10-15 grams of sugar and wheat flour to the resulting mass.
Mix the mixture thoroughly.
Add water to the resulting dry homogeneous powder and knead until it becomes a thick dough.
Let the dough sit and thicken.
Roll into balls, boil them in lightly salted water, and dry.
Place the finished boilies in a plastic bag with sunflower cake and place in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

Coil selection

An important element of equipment is the competent and harmonious selection of reels. Inertia-free reels with fine adjustment of the friction brake on the back of the mechanism body are convenient to equip, which allows you to adjust the braking parameters of the cord even during the fishing process. In bream fishing, the pulling force of a reel is not so important. More in demand in practice is the high transmission frequency of the mechanism, which is expressed in the high speed of winding the cord, and, consequently, in the subsequent speed of re-casting the equipment, which is especially felt when carrying out wiring over long distances and in strong currents.

The spools are suitable for medium capacities. Mono lines of 0.2-0.25 mm do not take up large volumes and on cone-shaped line catchers they work more efficiently during reeling and casting. Reels are used for catching bream using match and Bolognese fishing rods. Mach and plug are not included with the presented accessory.

Float rods

Three fishing rods, in my opinion, is the optimal number. Two are not enough if the bite is weak, but four is too much - the fishing turns out to be too intense. Three is, as it were, proven over the years, the best option. When the bite is good, I definitely remove one fishing rod; when there is a rush, I can switch to one tackle, but such a rush rarely happens.

The main purpose of the three gear is not the desire to catch more fish, but to constantly monitor different water horizons. The fact is that not only roach, but also bream on the lake often takes not from the bottom, but above. By the way, during such periods the feeder and donkey have very weak results, or even none at all.

Usually, at the beginning of fishing, I distribute the responsibilities of each fishing rod: one has bait on the bottom, the second one is a meter from the bottom, the third is 1.5-2m from the bottom. Which one will work better is unknown in advance. Moreover, even during one fishing trip, the fish can take at different distances from the bottom soil, although the bait has been lying on the bottom for a long time and does not generate dust.

It happens that bream bites in a strictly defined horizon. Sometimes it happens that different types of whitefish are kept in different horizons, the roach takes it strictly from the bottom, and the large bream is a meter above. Or everything is exactly the opposite. In general, the moment with the working trigger is very important, and I always pay special attention to it.

Age indicators for spawning

At the beginning of May the bite becomes unstable. The fish are starting to prepare for spawning, but fishing for bream and bream at this time towards the end of the month is as effective as ever.

Depending on age indicators, fish spawn in periods:

Float for bream and its loading

The installation scheme of the load may vary depending on what type of gear is being fished. The following are typical for floats used on a fly rod:

thin antenna with a minimal level of buoyancy;
long keel;
two points of attachment to the fishing line;
load capacity 2–8 g.

Main parts of the float
Thanks to the thin antenna, the fish does not feel resistance when taking the bait. This makes bites more confident.

The extended keel and two attachment points contribute to the stability of the float in strong waves. When fishing in relatively small places, it is better to equip the fishing rod with a variant with a carrying capacity of 2–4 g. Such models create less noise during splashdown and do not frighten cautious fish.

Floats with a load of more than 5 g are used in areas with a depth of 4–8 m. When using such models, the equipment reaches the bottom horizon faster, which increases the pace of fishing.

When fishing on lakes and reservoirs, it is better to use floats with an elongated body. Drop-shaped alarms are more suitable for river fishing.

The float of the fly rod is loaded with a set of lead pellets of various weights. Their bulk is concentrated a meter from the hook. At 50 cm, another 3–4 pellets are installed. Near the knot connecting the leash to the main line, two small weights are placed, the mass of which is 10% of the total carrying capacity.

When casting, groups of pellets sequentially fall on the water. This installation device prevents the fishing line from getting tangled. The equipment turns out to be very sensitive and does not alarm the approaching fish. When properly loaded, only half of the alarm antenna should remain above the water.

In Bolognese gear, teardrop-shaped floats are more often used, since they behave more stably in the current. To prevent them from being pulled under water by the current, the antenna must have positive buoyancy. The load capacity of the alarms used ranges from 4 to 15 g (depending on the strength of the current and the depth of the river).

The Bolognese float is surrounded by one sliding pear-shaped sinker. During the fishing process, he drags along the bottom, and the hook and bait follow in front of him. Thus, it is possible to catch all the unevenness of the bottom topography, in which fish often stand.

Equipment with sliding weight

Floats for match tackle are fundamentally different from those used in combination with fly and Bolognese fishing rods. They are characterized by:

long body;
partially built-in loading;
one attachment point;
high load capacity.

Thanks to these parameters, match floats have good aerodynamic properties. With their help, it is possible to throw the equipment at a distance of up to 60 m.

Match floats

To prevent the line from getting tangled during casting and splashdown, an additional part of the weight is installed in close proximity to the float. At the attachment point of the leash, only two small pellets are attached.

If fishing is carried out at a depth of up to 5 m, a blind method of attaching the float is used. When fishing in deeper areas, use the sliding option.

The plug float is very similar to the signaling device for fly tackle and is loaded according to the same scheme. The only difference is that it has less carrying capacity.

To catch bream from the ice, float gear is also used. Which often turns out to be more effective than a fishing rod equipped with a nod. In winter, alarms with a load capacity of up to 2 g are used. The main part of the lead pellets is installed 60–80 cm above the hook. 5 cm from which a small load is fixed.

During the fishing process, the winter float is located under water. The underwater sinks slightly into the silt, and the fish does not notice it. When biting, the bream effortlessly lifts a small weight from the bottom, which is immediately registered by the float.

Bream tackle for fishing from the shore

When fishing with a float rod with a “blind” rig, the winner is often the angler who, through trial and error, is able to choose a tackle for himself where the errors of individual elements are minimized.

The main element is the fishing rod. The casting range and accuracy, the softness of the hook, and the degree of shock absorption during jerking and landing fish depend on its characteristics.

For catching bream from the shore, the most suitable rod is of medium hardness, which allows you to deliver the bait to the feeding area without any problems, not only in calm conditions, but also in side and head winds.

However, it should be borne in mind that the stiffer the fishing rod, the thicker the main line and leash have to be installed. And this, as a rule, slightly reduces the number of bites.

The disadvantages of soft rods include the inability to cast accurately and the unpredictable behavior of the rod tip when hooking.

So, how to choose equipment so that when casting and presenting the bait it does not arouse suspicion in such a cautious fish as bream.

It is well known that fish often have to be caught using baits lying on the bottom. And this, in turn, determines the choice of float design and optimal loading options. Because an inappropriate garland of sinkers can alert the bream. The chances will increase if you use two sinkers - one, the main one, located 20 centimeters from the bait, and the other, which lies directly on the bottom and is 10 centimeters from the bait.

But the main thing is to properly surround the float, preferably at home. The bream float is loaded so that the main sinker completely drowns its body. The weight of the under-shepherd is selected so that in the working position the long antenna extends only 1-2 millimeters out of the water.

Bream is a tall-bodied fish. To take the bait from the bottom, it takes an inclined position. Raising the bait slightly, the bream savors it for a while. Then it becomes horizontal and begins to move to the side and to depth. At this time, the float rises, most of the antenna comes out of the water, signaling us about the progress of the bite. This loading method is also called the “lift method”.

These are the basic requirements for catching bream from the shore with a float rod with a “blind” rig.

Float tackle for long casting

Usually it helps out the fisherman when the bream feeds away from the shore or for some reason ignores the coastal zone (for example, when fishing on a flat bottom, where the depth does not exceed 2-3 meters).

In this case, the rod with rings is equipped with a spinning reel, which allows you to cast tackle up to 30 meters or more. The sliding float can have one or two attachment points. Most floats for long-distance casting are made with internal weighting. When fishing for deep-sea fish, including bream, their carrying capacity is from 5 to 15 grams. The upward movement of the float is limited by a stopper knot, which is knitted from a thicker fishing line than the main one, or by a magazine stopper.

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The advantage of long-casting gear is that at a distance from the shore, the bream takes the bait more decisively and boldly. The downside is that it is difficult to feed the point. And also with an increase in the weight of the load, the sensitivity of the gear is lost.

The rod is usually selected as long as possible, taking into account the specific fishing conditions and physical strength of the fisherman.

Bait

In March, April and in the autumn months, bream are more willing to bite on baits of animal origin. These include:

muckworm;
bloodworm;
maggot.

Baits

The worm is placed on the hook whole or in small pieces of 2–3 cm. This bait is very effective during high water periods.

Bloodworms are planted in groups of 2–5, clinging the larvae to the very edge of the head. This bait works well for passive fish.

Maggots are attached to a hook in groups of 2–4; they are often used in combination with bloodworms.

In late spring and summer, bream also continues to respond well to animal baits, but more often shows interest in plant baits:

peletsu;
semolina dough;
canned corn;
boiled pearl barley;
bread crumb.

Small round rubber bands are used to attach the pellets. Other types of bait are attached directly to the hook. The volume of the nozzle is selected experimentally and depends on the activity of the bream.

Time and place of fishing

Bream is a prominent representative of schooling fish species. Once you find a feeding school, you can catch a lot of fish, both in number and weight. Unfortunately, some anglers completely drive out the school, taking the entire catch home. Because of this approach, the bream population in some rivers and lakes has decreased significantly.

A characteristic feature of this representative of the ichthyofauna is its bottom lifestyle. The fish's tube-shaped mouth is capable of sucking up food that is located at changes in depth. It is on steep slopes that the most productive fishing occurs. Bream lives in large lakes, reservoirs, and rivers where there are depths of over 5 m. But schools feed throughout the entire water area, it all depends on the time of year.

In spring, bream leaves their wintering pits, rushing to warmer water areas. Here the fish actively feeds, restoring its caloric reserves before the mating season. In early spring, it is possible to catch fish close to deep holes. Fishing for bream with a fishing rod can occur along the coastline, where worms and insect larvae get caught with melt water. The approach of the spawn is indicated by numerous small tubercles on the males’ heads. Spawning begins only after the water warms up to 21ºС. In the southern regions of the country, spawning occurs in mid-April; in the middle and northern regions, fish are ready to spawn only in May.
At the beginning of summer, spawned bream begin to wander throughout the water area in search of food. For some time it is possible to catch large fish near spawning grounds at shallow depths. The warmer the weather gets, the more difficult it is to count on a good bite from the shore. Even with a boat, it is possible to collect several individuals only with abundant bait. In this regard, local fishermen have an advantage. Daily baiting allows you to accustom the bream to certain points of the lake or river. The fish will approach the generous shore in the morning or evening, and the rest of the time will hide in the deep parts of the reservoir.
Bream fishing is considered the most promising in September. Instinctively, fish begin to gather in schools before wintering. First, small groups stand on the baited spot, then the number of fattening individuals increases. This behavior must be taken into account when determining the amount of bait for fishing. Before freeze-up, bream becomes capricious and cautious. In clear water, you can deceive the fish by using the thinnest equipment.

Photo 1. Snag is one of the most catchy places.

Where and when is the best time to fish?

Fish such as bream and bream live in reservoirs with a sandy or clay bottom. They hide mainly in quiet and deep places with sufficient oxygen content. Consequently, in muddy bodies of water, where there is a fast current and a rocky bottom, it is impossible to catch such representatives.

When the water warms up to 18-23 degrees, you can safely go for prey.

Therefore, catching bream in the summer with a float rod is the best time:

bream fishing in June. Shallow spawning grounds make it possible to catch large fish in early summer. However, as the weather gets hotter, it becomes increasingly difficult to get a good bite on the shore;
bream fishing in July. At this time, the fish hides in aquatic plants at great depths. She should be fed generously. With daily feeding, the bream remembers certain points in the reservoir and approaches such shores in the mornings and evenings; the rest of the time it hides in the depths.

Considering the weather, it is best to go fishing for bream on the eve of a thunderstorm. For example, when you fish for an hour before a thunderstorm, the catch will be more than what you can catch during the week in the same place.

If the reservoir is calm, fishing is unlikely to be successful, but the fish will be able to freely feast on your feeding.

Fishing technique

The behavior of the fish depends on the size and age of the individual. To catch a large specimen, you need to find a deep place with a suitable bottom and a small amount of aquatic vegetation. Large fish often live near reed thickets. Then you need to throw in the bait for several days in a row at the same time. This preparation of the site can significantly increase the likelihood of catching large fish.

Catching bream with a float rod requires slightly different tactics. Young fish actively move around the reservoir, therefore, after waiting for a school to arrive in a promising place, it is necessary to constantly add light crumbly bait in small portions. Many fish will like this bait, so catching bream in the summer with a float rod can occur together with fishing for roach and white-eye.

As autumn approaches, fish should be looked for in deep places away from the shore, and chopped worms should be added to the bait. The fish is inactive at this time, so there is no point in waiting for it in one place. The best option for autumn bream fishing is to search for fish at several proven points.

Important : In cold water, odors spread more slowly, so the effectiveness of the bait decreases significantly.

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Tackle and equipment for bream fishing

One of the most important points in preparing for bream fishing is the selection of gear.
So, today the following types of float gear for bream in summer are distinguished:

Bologna. This float tackle is best suited for this type of fishing. By using the power of the current, it can be used to cast the bait more accurately and realistically. In this case, rings will not form on the fishing line, pulling it out.
Plug-in. This is the most modern float fishing rod, with which you can go for bream in 10-14 meters. With the help of a cup, she can accurately deliver bait to the fishing spot. The main role is given to the plug rod. Thanks to the presence of a rubber shock absorber on the replaceable top, the equipment is protected from breaks when fishing for large prey. If the reservoir is stagnant, use floats of 0.3-1 g. The fish will not feel such weight, but the reaction of the float to a bite is immediate.
Take fly fishing tackle for bream if you are planning to fish in a dump or oxbow lake close to the shore, or if you intend to use watercraft. The main element of such a fishing rod is a rod made of lightweight carbon fiber, without rings or reel seats. The main advantage of a fly fishing rod is the ability to prepare a couple of rigs in advance. And with the help of the connector built into the rod, you can quickly change them.
Match. With its help you can cast the bait further, this is its advantage. The rod must be plug-in and equipped with guide rings and reel seats. An inertialess reel is considered an essential element of the match.

Any equipment for a float rod for bream should look like this: the diameter of the fishing line should not be more than 0.2 millimeters. To determine what size leash is needed, you should know the depth of the reservoir. So, at a depth of 0.7-1.2 meters, a leash no more than 15 centimeters long and from 0.14 to 0.16 mm in diameter is required. Hooks No. 5, 6 and floats are used, which have a barrel shape and a load capacity of up to 5 grams.

Bait for catching bream in summer

Bream is a cautious fish. That is why it is necessary to remain quiet while fishing for it. To make the catch rich, you need to feed the chosen place well. It is good to use both industrial and homemade mixtures. If you prefer industrial products, then buy domestically produced mixtures. Foreign baits are designed to meet the needs of cultural fish farming. When breeding, fish are already accustomed to certain types of food.

What are the best options for summer catch? You can take sunflower cake, breadcrumbs, corn, millet, steamed oatmeal. The most important component is milk powder. It forms a kind of muddy cloud on the surface of the water. It attracts the fish's attention. Flavorings also have a positive effect on the bite intensity. However, it’s better not to get carried away with them. Bream loves the aroma of anise oil, strawberries, and currants.

The nozzles are varied. Suitable:

bloodworm;
maggot;
worm.

Plant-based complementary feeding options:

pearl barley;
peas;
corn;
Hercules;
semolina.

Fishermen recommend making your own sandwiches as bait. You can combine worms and maggots flavored with flavorings. To these components you can add a ball made from semolina. It dissolves in water. In this case, a cloudy spot is formed, to which the bream is attracted.

It is impossible to catch bream without properly prepared bait. At the beginning of summer, before the onset of fishing, bream can be caught well in the morning and evening. Animal bait can be used. Steamed wheat, pearl barley, and peas also work well. By mid-summer, it is no longer advisable to spend time in the early morning and late evening. During the specified period of time, a good catch is noted at night.

You can experiment with baits and lures. At the same time, there is a proven recipe for summer bait for catching bream, which has proven itself well.

It should be borne in mind that the warmer the water, the better the digestive system of fish works. Accordingly, they can digest coarser food. That is why you can use coarse plant products as a base. It is advisable to start preparing complementary foods in spring and late autumn. You will need approximately 10 kg of wheat grain. This is the amount that will last for the entire season. Another component - pearl barley is always sold in grocery stores.

Cooking method

0.5 kg of wheat is soaked in water for several hours. It is better to take cast iron cookware. The grains are only slightly filled with water and that’s it. Next, you need to wait for the wheat to swell slightly.
Upon completion of this stage, you need to add enough water so that the top level is 5 cm above the grain. Be sure to cover with a lid and place on the lowest heat. It turns out that the wheat is steamed. This takes about 2 hours. The readiness of the composition is determined visually. Once the wheat grains burst and swell, you can stop cooking them.
Following this, take 150 g of pearl barley and pour it into steamed wheat. Next, pour hot water so that the pearl barley swells, but the mixture does not burn. Barley is prepared in half an hour. Following this, add a couple of bay leaves to the mixture and cover with a lid. Remove the cast iron pan from the heat and wrap it well. If you carry out all the manipulations in the evening, then by the morning you will already have ready-made material for bait.

How to use bait?

It is enough to throw handfuls of complementary food into the tank with the caught fish. It will be washed off with water. It is very useful to find areas such that at the end of the drive the river emerges from the depths into grassy areas.

Fishing Features

Various types of float gear are used to catch bream. Fishing for each of them has its own characteristics.

Flywheel

The fly rod is quite easy to learn and is most popular among fishermen. It is used when bream feeds close to the shore. Swing fishing can also be done from a boat, but the length of the rod must exceed the depth at the fishing spot.

Close-range fishing requires a high tempo. That is why fly tackle is often used in competitions when the result is especially important.

This type of fishing is more often used in still water bodies. This is due to the fact that it is impossible to make a long retrieve with such a fishing rod.

Match

A match rod is used to catch bream in places without current. This tackle significantly expands the fisherman’s capabilities, since it allows him to reach promising points located at a considerable distance from the shore.

When fishing with match gear, the float release is adjusted so that the catch lies on the ground. Using a sinking line allows you to reduce the pressure of the surface current on the equipment. Thanks to these factors, the bait remains motionless during fishing, which is important when fishing for capricious bream.

In order to always throw the float in the same place, a mark is made on the fishing line with a special marker. The point is fed using a slingshot.

Line marker

Bologna

The Bolognese rod is used for fishing on rivers with weak and moderate currents. The presence of a reel allows you to cast the equipment quite far and make wiring 5–10 m long.

To fish with a lapdog, you need to choose an area with a relatively flat bottom. The float release should be slightly greater than the depth at the fishing spot. If you set up the tackle in this way, the weight will drag along the bottom, and the hook and bait will be in front of it.

The Bolognese fishing rod is equipped with a leash 70–120 m long, which ensures active play of the bait in the stream. During the retrieve, the angler can control the speed of the float by lowering or raising the rod.

Plug

The plug fishing rod is quite difficult to master. To work with it correctly, you need to practice for a long time. This gear allows you to:

use the thinnest possible equipment;
use floats of small carrying capacity;
hold the baited hook strictly at the feeding point.

You can feed using a replaceable part of the rod (bait whale), at the end of which there is a cup. A ball of bait is placed in it, then the container is tipped over the fishing point.

If you learn how to use this gear, you can successfully catch bream in still water and on rivers.

Bait cup

From the boat

Fishing from a boat is often more successful than shore fishing. This is due to the fact that bream usually stands in deep areas. You can fish from a boat with all types of float gear.

To always cast to the same place, the boat is set on a stretch between the weights. This prevents the craft from moving under the influence of current or wind.

When fishing from a boat, it is very important to equip everything correctly. Gear, landing nets, bait and other tools should always be at hand.

At night

Float with firefly for night fishing

Fishing in the dark is practiced in the summer and during freeze-up periods. The largest specimens are found at night. For this type of fishing you will need:

headlamp and portable flashlight;
luminous signaling devices;
well-oiled gear.

The night bite usually starts at midnight and continues until dawn. Fishing in the dark can be effective when the weather is clear and calm.