ᐉ How to catch pike with a streamer?

What kind of bait is this?

A streamer is a bait that masterfully imitates fry, mice, tadpoles and frogs. It is most often made from synthetic materials, goose or chicken feathers, and rabbit fur. The choice of components is not accidental. They are the ones who are able to maintain the required volume in the water and guarantee the most natural game possible, lulling the vigilance of the fish.

The choice of material for streamers depends on what goals you are pursuing.

synthetic ones have shown the greatest effectiveness when catching pike perch and pike perch. They perfectly retain their original shape and dry quickly, but do not “work” well in conditions of strong current;
feathers are especially attractive to asps. They are distinguished by smooth, uniform movement. If you supplement them with a head made of deer fur, then such a bait will become the best in intense currents;
fur . Ideal for both standing water and strong currents. Characterized by natural behavior. This bait is good for catching pike.

Regardless of the material of the streamer, your artificial bait will strikingly resemble live bait, which means that the likelihood of catching a trophy fish increases significantly.

Floating and slowly sinking streamers for catching pike perch with jigs.

Last season of liquid water, a friend “introduced” me to streamers for zander. Moreover, the most interesting thing is that on that day the zander refused to be caught at all and only the streamers turned out to be “in color” for him.

It seems like some kind of unsightly wet hair, but in the water the bait seems to “breathe.” This seems to provoke a predator.

I went to our stores in the fall and asked the price; streamers for pike perch cost from 300 rubles. I wanted to buy new “toys” for the 2019 season, but I changed my mind because the idea arose in my head to improve the bait by making streamers of different buoyancy.

I dug around the Chinese Internet site, where I found and ordered: threads for tying flies (you can get by with thin braid, the threads break), artificial hair of different colors, a spool holder, triple and double hooks.

While all this household was driving to the address, I found feathers and a piece of goat skin with fur (thanks to the Prusalka! Not only is she a noble fisherman, the lady is also a farmer).

It's all here -

There are no problems with a sinking streamer, I wound the hair to a double or tee, collecting the color of interest, at the end I made a “turn to turn” winding, dripped a second of glue onto the thread and the streamer is ready.

But there was a desire to make something like a “torch” standing above the bottom and waving a hair, and a “torch” that, when the jig is paused, will begin to slowly sink to the bottom.

Actually, at first I decided to make a floating streamer, but with a slowly sinking one there would be no problems.

To give the hook buoyancy, I used “foam” leashes, which at one time I also took from “Ali” to make a “mandula” (aka “slipper”, aka “buoy”).

I cut out this shape for a double -

Then I glued all the slits with “second” glue, and wound up a little thread to compact the “foam” and make it easier to later tie the feathers with the hair.

There is nothing special to describe further, here everyone can choose the color scheme for the future streamer, carefully tie feathers (if any), tufts of hair of different colors, and at the end drop a drop of “seconds” onto the knot and thread...

...the floating streamer is ready.

To make a slowly sinking one, you need to glue a narrower piece of “foam”, or, after testing in water, trim the polyurethane on a ready-made streamer.

I did the same thing with the treble hook -

Just before tying the tufts of hair, I glued a couple of down feathers to the “foam”.

As a result, everything turned out as planned -

Two floating streamers are ready -

Only one is crocheted on a double hook, the second on a triple hook.

Then I thought about it and decided to make baits of different sizes and colors, so to speak, to suit the different moods of the predator. Made more drowning and slowly drowning -

For the new season of “liquid water” I am packing my third fishing suitcase, which will contain only experimental types of different baits and an asp set of spinners.

From multi-colored hair purchased for 215 rubles for tying flies (for those interested, I got it here - https://ru.aliexpress.com/store/product/-/1726940_… )

I tied 8 different streamers for catching pike perch and still have some material left. For now, I won’t do anything else, I’ll see how our pike perch will react to the tandem fly + mandula and as to a simple streamer, and then... whatever Zander likes best, we’ll tie it up and carefully serve it so that it fits in. :)) I wish the IUD would open soon.

NHNCH everyone. Experiment! Movement is life!

Pros and cons of streamers

If we talk about the advantages, then it is worth noting, first of all, the high naturalness when guiding in shallow water, ease of mating and low weight. In addition, predators peck at streamers during periods of low activity.

It has been repeatedly proven that such bait awakens hunting instincts even when the “owner of the waters” is not hungry and chasing food is not part of his plans. And if you are lucky and you successfully throw the tackle into a school of fish, you can easily catch several individuals at a time.

It is impossible not to note the good passability of the bait in the grass and snags. It is equally effective at different depths. The compact size allows you to cast over long distances. At the same time, the streamer does not sail or spin. What makes the bait popular is its versatility and out-of-season nature. You can catch any fish with it at any time of the year.

But what about the cons? Do streamers have any disadvantages? Of course, it couldn’t have happened without them. The main disadvantage of this type of bait is the need for empty casting. Fur “fry” quickly absorb water, after which they are no longer so easy to cast. By the way, synthetic streamers do not have this drawback.

Features of catching asp with a beard (streamer)

Content

Catching asp on a spinning rod using a streamer is distinguished by its catchability, since the nozzle imitates mice, fry and toads well. Artificial materials, feathers and fur are often used to make a beard. The listed components hold well in water and allow high-quality imitation of prey.

Each type has its own characteristics:

artificial. Particularly effective when hunting perch and pike perch. They keep their shape better than others, dry quickly, but lose their play when fishing in an intense current;
feather Experienced fishermen always use feather options for asp, as they have an even and smooth game even during fast retrieves or fishing in the current. To improve the equipment, add a head made of deer fur; such equipment holds even better in fast currents;
fur. They are universal models, suitable for any water surface. They do not lose their play during strong currents and remain attractive in still waters. Most often used for catching pike.

The best bait for fly fishing is an asp beard.
There are other features of the asp beard tackle:

Asp are caught using a streamer during periods of low activity, especially in the heat. With the correct presentation, the fish’s hunting instincts awaken, then it attacks the bait;
if you successfully throw the bait directly into a school of sheresper, there is a high probability of catching 2 individuals in one landing;
the choice of this bait is justified in areas with an abundance of underwater vegetation and snags. When fishing with a spinning rod or fly fishing, the barb has less chance of getting tangled under water due to the compactness of the bait;
It is good to fish with a streamer at all depths. After an accurate cast, you can catch the asp in deep holes or perform surface retrieves;
The manufacturing technology uses lightweight materials that do not allow long casts. A sinker is used to deliver bait over long distances;
the bait is suitable for fishing on any current using different fishing styles, since it does not sail and is resistant to entering a corkscrew;
The beard rig for asp fishing can be used in all seasons and shows good results all year round;
It is important to make accurate casts right away; fur models quickly get wet and lose their catchability. Synthetic and feather options are better able to withstand getting wet;
It is better to attach attractive devices to the tail of the streamer, but not bright ones. Beards that imitate the appearance of the inhabitants of a particular body of water perform better. The colors may be different, but the following products show themselves well on asps: gray, white and black products. Some bright colors help catch asp, but solid varieties are still better;
The asp attacks prey that is 4-5 times smaller than itself. Taking this feature into account, the nozzle is prepared from 5 to 8 cm in length.

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Nuances of fishing

You can fish with streamers using a fly rod and spinning rod. When fly fishing, you should be especially careful when choosing a fishing rod. The optimal length is 2.4 m. It is also important to choose the right location. In autumn and winter, luck lies in wait in narrow canals, small lakes and ditches, near banks densely covered with vegetation. In summer it is better to fish near reed thickets, near large stones, and on rifts.

The ability to “read” water comes with experience. But most often, river bends, shallows and sharp changes in depth, and places overgrown with algae turn out to be promising. You should also take into account what the fish are currently feeding on and choose the most suitable one from the available streamers.

And also, in the warm season, give preference to dark streamers - black, burgundy, dark green. On cool days, predators prefer bright baits - light green, orange, golden.

The size of the bait largely depends on the size of the hunted object. For pike you need large streamers, for perch - smaller ones. Although there are exceptions. Sometimes the pike is caught on small things, and the miniature crucian carp tries to attack the large bait.

Catching perch with a streamer

Perch can be caught with a streamer in a river or lake, even in a pond, gravel or clay pit. We recommend fishing in the lake - it is easier for several reasons: in particular, it is easier to avoid snags; can be fished while entering the water or from a boat, which makes it easier to use the line. This is especially important for novice anglers.

A lake with a large population of perches, with sloping slopes, with sandy or rocky shores - these factors play into the hands of the angler, making it easier for him to find perches and patiently select numerous baits, such as various streamers, until one of them appeals to the capricious fish.

Thickets on the shore, reeds in the water and on the bottom, and underwater meadows make fishing difficult, contributing to the loss of many streamers.

If extreme weather conditions are not expected, such as strong winds, or deep water of 5 meters or more, we recommend using a fly rod No. 6 AFTM, preferably with a fast action, complete with a moaning line or a line with a groaning end (Class II or III). Any type of leash no longer than 1.5 m is used; its thickness (0.15-0.18 mm) is chosen depending on the size of the fish.

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We recommend using a streamer designed for trout fishing. The colors and brightness of the streamer differ in different bodies of water, which is caused by the different preferences of local perches. A combination of black and red will work on one body of water, on another – brown and yellow, on a third – white and blue. On an unfamiliar body of water, you need to take 4-7 different streamers with you, given the capricious nature of perches. You need to patiently select the most effective bait.

Perch are mobile, moving in groups over a greater distance than the casting radius of the line, so the angler must be prepared to follow the perch. This applies to the situation during feeding of perches; during rest they stay in one place and at the same depth. First of all, you need to fish the layer near the surface, immersing the bait to a depth of 1 m. Next, you need to fish half-water at a depth and only at the end lower the streamer to the bottom, up to 3-4 m. The streamer needs to be led, pulling in short movements, changing direction for variety. and speed of movement. The perch bite can be very careful or sharp, combined with a jerk. To feel a careful bite, you should always position the rod parallel to the line, and perform the hooking with the palm holding the line. When casting against the wind, it is better to wear a sinking line because it will fly further.

How to make a streamer with your own hands

As already mentioned, streamers can be made independently. There are no particular difficulties in this. You will need bird feathers (pigeons, ducks or chickens), animal wool (goats or sheep), fur (rabbit or squirrel), Lurex, woolen threads, foam rubber or New Year's "rain".

take a scrap of wool, a bunch of feathers or a piece of fur and attach it to the hook so that the middle falls on the eye;
fix the future bait with a nylon thread, wrap the free part of the feathers or wool towards the forearm;
tie a double-folded base of a piece of fur or a bunch of feathers, forming a small thickening - the “head” of the fry;
tie the thread in a knot, cut off the ends, comb the bait and apply waterproof glue to the thickening and knot;
color the bait red, yellow or green.

But for the streamer to be truly useful, when making it, you should take into account the type of fish you are going to catch and wisely choose the hooks and color of the future bait.

asp . To catch asp, streamers tied on hooks No. 6-10 are used. It’s good if the bait is painted white or red;
perch _ In this case, you should take hooks No. 6-12. Recommended shades: light green, black, red, orange. The body of the fry can be made from marabou feathers, the head from a red bead, the tail from red rooster feathers;
zander _ Streamers tied on hooks No. 4-10 made of artificial golden threads have the greatest catchability;
trout . Hook numbers are 10-12. Favorite colors of trout are orange, light green, black. A streamer can be made from a simple synthetic dust brush or from thin satin ribbons;
saberfish _ It is better to take hooks No. 6-10. Streamer color is shiny gray or white;
pike . Experienced fishermen believe that catching pike with a streamer is a random occurrence. Whether you agree with this or not is up to you. One way or another, this cautious predator most often falls for perch flies.

As you can see, making a bait with your own hands is not difficult. Master the technique of fishing with a streamer if you have the desire - too. Apply the theoretical knowledge gained from this article in practice, and may luck accompany you always when you pick up a fishing rod!

Features of equipment and its installation

The beard for an asp is crocheted directly on a hook with your own hands; the main condition for proper manufacturing is strength. All hairs or feathers must be attached so tightly that they cannot be pulled out. Mostly during manufacturing, white cambrics or a foam float are used. It is possible to make a streamer on spinners and oscillators, but to maintain proper playing, wool is used that is half as long.

Making your own beard:

We take the material from which we plan to make the streamer and apply it to the hook. The middle of the length of feathers, wool or fur is at the ear.
We fix the workpiece with a nylon thread, and wrap the excess part of the feathers to the fore-end.
We tie the base of the material, folded in half, with a thread, while making a kind of head - a thickening of the material, reminiscent of the head of a fry.
We tie the thread into a knot and cut off all extraneous ends.
We comb the bait, and apply glue to the homemade head, which must be resistant to moisture.
We paint the bait white, silver, and black.

You can make a beard yourself or purchase a ready-made
one. How to make tackle by hand:

We prepare a piece of fishing line about 1 m long.
We attach a swivel to one side of the leash, and install a clasp on the other.
On the swivel where the fastener is installed, we attach a “castmaster” or any spinner.
We attach one beard to a leash 5-7 cm, 25-30 cm from the fastener.
We attach the second streamer a little higher, on a similar leash.
The main line is attached to a swivel without a fastener.

Due to the fact that the asp is prone to aggressive bites, it is important to carry out sharp hooks, which monofilament fishing line cannot always cope with. A cord is used to increase sensitivity, but monofilament fishing line can reduce the force of jerks and make the task of the tackle easier.

How to properly catch pike with a spinning rod?

It is important to understand exactly what to catch asp with, since using a streamer of bright colors leads to rare bites. The asp is extremely careful and always looks closely at the prey before attacking. Unfamiliar “living creatures” can scare away fish. Sheresper tends to feed on bleak, so in most reservoirs baits that imitate bleak with a silver or olive color are effective.

What it is?

A streamer is a fly fishing bait that, with its appearance and behavior when retrieving, imitates a small fish, insect, tadpole, frog and other object attractive to a predator. Essentially, this is a large fly designed for large prey. That is why it is so effective when fishing for pike and is popular for a reason.

Pike streamers can come in a wide variety of shapes and be made from different materials. Most often these baits are made from:

animal furs;
bird feathers;
synthetic fibers.

Photo 1. Material for streamers.

Experienced fishermen use various combinations of these materials, creating real masterpieces that turn out to be very impressive, realistic and, of course, effective.

Each material for a pike streamer has its own characteristics, which must be taken into account when choosing a specific bait model. Synthetic materials dry quickly and can retain their original appearance for a long time. However, they do not behave well in strong currents.

Advantages of bait

Catching pike with streamers can be successful at any time of the year. Regardless of the fishing season, the toothy beast readily responds to a passing object, which has realistic shapes and imitates real prey with its movements.

Pike streamers are a phenomenal bait that has a number of advantages:

Although it is intended for fly fishing, it can also be successfully used in spinning. It can be cast using lightweight ultralight rods and thin lines. This bait is suitable for different types of fishing.
Streamer is a unique bait that allows for the most diverse animation techniques. It works great with a uniform feed and responds to any jerks and pulls.
The bait is suitable for fishing in shallow water. Thanks to its light weight and windage, the streamer can be carried at a slow speed along overgrown shallows and spits.
The streamer is used both on active toothy predators and on sluggish passive pike. It is good at seducing apathetic fish that refuse to take other baits.
The bait has good permeability, so it can be used among algae and snags.

Tying a simple but working streamer for pike is quite simple. Therefore, any angler should not ignore this simple, but very effective bait. It must be in the arsenal of any fly fisherman or spinning angler involved in ultralight fishing.

Photo 3. Fantasy streamer.

No matter how much they praise the streamer for catching toothy pike, any, even the most versatile and productive bait, has its drawbacks:

Many streamers are not able to withstand the greedy bites of a predator for long, so the baits cannot be called durable.
Streamers made of fur or feathers quickly become wet and may lose some of their positive properties. This often affects the range of baits.
Properly selected and sensitive gear is required to guide streamers. With an unbalanced set, you shouldn’t count on stable catches.

In general, a streamer for pike is more of a positive and simple bait that any hunter of a toothy beast needs to have in his box. You should definitely try fishing for it. Perhaps she will become “number one” for many years.

Subtleties of pike fishing

Success in streamer fishing depends on several factors. Firstly, the fisherman needs to correctly determine the fishing location, since different parts of the reservoirs will be effective in different seasons. In summer, a large number of bites are expected near aquatic vegetation. These can be islands of egg capsules and pondweed, or a coastal strip of reeds and reeds. In winter, early spring and autumn, this bait is best used near grooves, edges, on riffles, and near various shelters near the shore.

Secondly, it is important to choose the most suitable streamer wiring. The more experienced the fisherman, the more animation techniques he knows. The variability of fishing techniques allows you to catch pike under any conditions. This skill is especially reflected when fishing a passive toothy beast standing motionless in a shelter.

You can fish with these baits in various bodies of water, but the most interesting and exciting is fly fishing for pike on small rivers. Here, almost all of the predator’s exits and subsequent bites are visible to the fisherman, which brings a lot of emotions. Often the fish attacks the streamer right under your feet, making a powerful and sharp jerk. Such incidents are remembered for a long time and are pleasant to remember on boring evenings during the off-season.