Spinning tackle components
How to catch perch with a wobbler using a spinning rod? Let's look at what gear should be used to catch humpback salmon. Taking into account the fact that under normal fishing conditions a predator weighing more than half a kilogram is rarely caught, elegance and lightness of a spinning rod are simply necessary. If you plan to fish from the coastline at shallow depths, then feel free to choose a rod 2.1 m long with a bait test of no more than five grams. When the load is somewhat greater, you will need a spinning rod with a bait test of up to seven grams. Rods of this length will allow you to feel comfortable when fishing for perch at a depth of no more than two meters.
Of course, at greater depths, larger perch can bite. But select a spinning rod with up to ten grams of dough. Although this is not the only condition. It is necessary that it has sufficient rigidity and power. After all, you will need the ability to work with various wiring methods. For example, jigging perch at great depths involves spinning with up to forty grams of dough.
Regarding the reel, you can take any, for example, 1000 or 2000 according to the Shimano classification. It is very important here that the reel matches the weight of the rod, and the line is well laid. Indeed, otherwise, the twitching method of wiring, which assumes uneven loads at the time of reeling in the fishing line, may result in the loops being dropped.
The issue of choosing a fishing line or cord for catching perch has always been controversial. Because here opinions differ. Both are good.
Moreover, twitching a wobbler with a fishing line is not an easy task, although it can be done by particularly skilled fishermen. It is better to choose the diameter of the cord in the region of 0.08–0.1 mm, and the diameter of the fishing line in the range of 0.18–0.22 mm. It is important for the leash to be inconspicuous, so it is better that it is made of thin fluorocarbon and the fastener is small.
Tackle for catching perch with deep wobblers
While looking for gear for deep-sea fishing, I read a lot of information on the forums. Everywhere they advised not to waste time on trifles and to purchase powerful multiplier gear. Maybe that's true. The load created on the spinning rod and reel by deep-sea wobblers makes you take a closer look at them. But this is only when it comes to fishing from a boat. Shore fishing is a little different.
Catching perch with wobblers from the shore requires you to have more versatile equipment. This applies to the length of the spinning rod, the line, and the lure test. As for the spinning reel, there are no options. It should be either a cartoon “soap box” or an inertia-free power reel with a spool of at least 3000.
My set of Balthazar and Ryobi fit perfectly. At any moment I could change the deep wobbler to a shallow minnow, crankbait, popper, spinner, or silicone bait.
As for braided cord, the use of a thin one (within reasonable limits) is more than justified. The wobbler must be easily delivered to the required depth and have a complete connection between the bait and the angler. I think that 1 according to the Japanese classification is quite suitable braid. It will not only allow you to use the wobbler efficiently, but will also not let you down when fighting even a 5-6 kg pike.
the accepted expression “ If you want to catch a big fish, put in a big bait .” Large perch can also be caught using small wobblers. The favorite of spinning players, Yo-Zuri L-Minnow 33 and 44 millimeters, is complete confirmation of this. To be successful in catching perch with a wobbler, we need to present the bait in a high-quality manner so that it becomes a desirable prey for the perch (and indeed for any fish).
Perch on wobbler Yo-Zuri L-Minnow 33
Brief classification of wobblers for perch
Wobblers are classified according to the following criteria:
By degree of buoyancy:
- drowning;
- slowly sinking;
- sinking quickly;
- wobblers with neutral buoyancy (suspenders);
- weakly floating; floating.
Depending on the presence of blades and shape:
Blade wobblers:
- minou are characterized by an oblong shape;
- shad are intended for use in bodies of water with fast currents;
- cranks have a wide body flattened on the sides;
- fat have a shape somewhat reminiscent of a drop.
Bladeless ones are divided into surface and medium-depth wobblers.
Surfaces are divided into the following types:
- the popper has a somewhat hairy or feathery body and is used for fly fishing;
- The walker is used for fishing in difficult-to-reach places in the reservoir where there are a lot of thickets;
- chagger is a subspecies of popper only with a unique sound;
- The crawler is characterized by a “waddling” game during the posting process.
Medium-depth wobblers have the following subtypes:
- rattlin has a flat body, in the cavity of which there is a rattle;
- The darter has excellent hydrodynamic characteristics;
- A jerk bait is used with a jerk retrieve at medium depth.
Choosing the right bait size for perch
Perch is a rather small fish when compared with other inhabitants of reservoirs. Therefore, baits should also be smaller than, for example, when fishing for pike. The standard size of a wobbler for perch is considered to be a bait measuring up to 7-8 centimeters. Wobblers of 9-10 centimeters are used to catch trophy humpback whales. Moreover, the fisherman must know for sure that they are in the water area, so as not to rinse such large baits just like that.
The tactics for catching perch are quite simple. In the pits, the most important thing is to feel for a striped flock and start throwing it around. You need to experiment with wiring; if the fisherman knows that the “striped fighter” is standing on the point, but does not take it, you need to try changing the wiring. For example, move away from standard uniform wiring to more daring twitching, which, as a rule, can tempt even the most passive perch to bite.
And now you can move on to the fun part, namely the selection of wobblers for perch. But before compiling a kind of top wobblers, I would like to say that there is no such wobbler that will catch always and everywhere. For each situation you need to select your own baits, try with colors and patterns.
Read how to catch perch using a spinning rod and avoid making serious mistakes.
Perch on a wobbler with a retractable leash
Catching perch on a retractable leash is very popular today. After all, you will have a huge chance to catch a predator of trophy dimensions.
The retractable leash method refers to a non-classical method of using jig baits, in our case a wobbler. Its distinctive feature is considered to be the ability to reach the bottom layer of water, where our predator often lives. It is best to pay attention to surface suspended wobblers, which are distinguished by their effectiveness. The size of the bait in this case should range from 3 to 5–7 cm.
Please note that the outcome of the fishing and your catch depend on the correct wiring. And in unfavorable weather, the fish becomes somewhat lethargic and begins to move poorly. Therefore, it looks for calm prey.
How to choose a wobbler for perch
First of all, the choice is greatly influenced by the time of year, or more precisely, the parking places during different periods. For example, in the spring, when the ice has just melted, perch does not strive to leave their wintering places as quickly as possible. There is no point in looking for it near the shore and in shallow water, but the holes will be the most promising. Based on this, wobblers should be chosen with greater depth. As a rule, the depth is written on the box, so you should pay attention to this when purchasing. Over time, the angler himself will be able to calmly determine the approximate depth at which the wobbler will go, based on the size of the shovel.
Important! You need to try to select wobblers so that they go near the bottom, but do not scratch along it.
In the summer, the fish return to their usual stopping places and catching perch with wobblers becomes even more interesting due to the increase in its activity. Prefers to be near some irregularities in the bottom topography. For example, perch always liked dumps and fishing on them was very productive. Searching along the coastal grass and reeds will also bear fruit. The striped predator often hides there, waiting for a lost fish. Special attention can be paid to the overgrown bottom. Often the perch hides near the bottom in this grass and waits for the fisherman to move the bait over the layer of grass.
In the fall, the perch returns back to its winter resting places, just as in the spring it will be practically useless to catch it in the coastal line.
Read how to effectively catch perch in the fall using a retractable leash. Often this method works when others do not work.
The best wobblers for perch | TOP5
1. Jackall Tiny Fry 38 SP, 50 SP - this is an excellent bait that has already managed to win its fans among true connoisseurs of compact tackle. This is the undisputed leader among baits for white fish, including pike and perch. Many fishermen note excellent balancing and no less excellent game during twitching.
2. Smith Jade is a wobbler that cannot boast of flight parameters. But for catching perch with a spinning rod from the coastal zone, it is quite enough. This model has proven itself well both with uniform and twitch wiring. Shows an excellent level of sensitivity. Moreover, this bait is used not only by perch, but also by small pike.
3. Jackson KOMACHI is a bait that is predisposed to perch and asp. Shows good results with the jerking method of wiring with short pauses. At the same time, floating models are perfect for stagnant bodies of water, and sinking ones are ideal for fast-flowing rivers. Fishermen note the excellent flight characteristics of this bait. Moreover, this wobbler is equipped with high-quality fittings and abrasion-resistant paintwork.
4. Smith Still is a small-sized bait that is preferably used at medium depths in reservoirs with low currents. This wobbler has the amazing ability to stir up even the most passive fish.
5. SMITH AN-DO is a bait with a unique body geometry, where the spherical front neatly extends into the tail. Thanks to this, the wobbler received excellent balancing and the ability to stay afloat. Many fishermen note the optimal aerodynamic parameters of the model. This wobbler plays well with any wiring method.
Characteristics and properties of wobblers for perch
Wobbler is an artificial bait that imitates a fish, to which hooks are attached, mostly tees, less often doubles.
Each type of wobbler is not aimed at a specific fish, say, only for catching pike, perch or pike perch. Of course, there are some baits that are preferable for catching perch, but it is not a fact that a larger predator, pike, will not covet it.
Some that have proven themselves include:
- Wobblers of the Minnow class are a narrow-bodied bait with a different depth range, considered a leader in catching perch.
- Compounds - occupy second place in the usage rating due to their dynamically nimble play during the drive.
- Poppers and walkers are indispensable wobblers when fishing in snags and overgrown areas of water, since their wiring runs along the surface, bypassing these obstacles.
- Crankbaits or crankbaits are used in medium sizes with a depth of 1 m or more, from the SR and DR series, these are designed for catching trophy perch that live in deeper places.
Wobblers for perch differ in that they should preferably be small in size - 20-40 mm or medium - up to 80 mm.
