Unfortunately, not every angler has the information that is responsible for its characteristics. This is especially true for novice ice fishing enthusiasts who have no idea how serious this matter is.
Ice fishing line
With the onset of real cold weather, you should pay attention to fishing lines marked “Winter”, which are intended for winter fishing. Some winter fishing enthusiasts often ask the question: “What’s the difference?” There is a difference, since these lines are not suitable for spinning fishing, float fishing and spinning fishing. The fact is that these are, as a rule, thin fishing lines that will not withstand too much load, for example, when casting gear. Therefore, it makes sense to consider them in more detail.
Types of forests
Monofilament lines
Such fishing lines can be either transparent or painted in any color. The advantages of this fishing line are as follows:
- at a fairly low price;
- in high strength;
- has good elasticity and rigidity, which prevents it from overlapping;
- high popularity. Monofilament fishing line is sold in any fishing stores as the most popular.
Fluorocarbon lines
The material used is not noticeable to fish in the water.
The advantages of such fishing lines:
- invisibility in water for fish.
The disadvantages include:
- high price;
- increased rigidity;
- damaged by excessive bending;
- has less tensile strength.
Fluorocarbon fishing lines, being quite expensive, are used for mounting leashes. This allows you to solve most of the problems associated with fishing.
Braided lines
These fishing lines are the most durable compared to other types of fishing lines. Therefore, you can use a braid of smaller diameter.
Advantages of braided fishing line:
- Low stretch coefficient. Due to this, the tackle turns out to be the most sensitive.
- High strength and wear resistance. There is a possibility of use in extreme fishing conditions.
Flaws:
- easily tangled;
- expensive;
- it is visible in the water;
- can injure hands if handled carelessly.
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Fluorocarbon line
The main distinguishing feature is “invisibility” in water. Fluorocarbon line has virtually zero refraction. Due to the properties of the material, it is resistant to abrasion.
Advantages:
not visible in water
abrasion resistant
due to its rigidity, it can be used in thick diameters as a leash when fishing for pike
higher price compared to monofilament line
has a memory, can come off rings from a reel
when comparing the same diameters with monofilament fishing line, it will always hold the breaking load less
Top 3 fluorocarbon lines:
DAM Tectan Superior FC 25m
DAM Tectan fluorocarbon line has almost the same refractive index as water, so it is virtually invisible to fish. The line has a minimum stretch coefficient and high knot strength. Immune to ultraviolet rays, i.e. practically does not age and does not lose its qualities. Cheaper than its analogues. Made of fast-sinking material, which allows you to use the lightest jigs.
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Line Owner Tournament FC 50m
High quality fluorocarbon fishing line. It sinks very well because it has a high specific gravity. Good resistance to temperature changes. This fluorocarbon is also produced in Japan. Owner has been on the market for over 50 years and is famous for its quality products.
Sunline Siglon FC HG 50m
The best time to catch perch with a spoon in winter is during the first ice and the last ice. In the middle of winter, it is more difficult to catch a striper using a spoon. For trolling, the most promising reservoirs are large ones, where striped fish gather in large schools of perch. On small lakes, trolling may be completely useless. Usually in such places striped fish are caught exclusively with jigs (see Catching perch in winter with jigs).
Main characteristics of fishing line and its properties
Each type of fishing line is characterized by structural features that in one way or another affect the effectiveness of the fishing process.
The features of winter fishing line include:
Working diameter
This is one of the main requirements. In winter fishing conditions, anglers use very thin fishing lines, with a thickness of 0.06 mm to 0.08 mm. The thickness of the fishing line is selected depending on the nature of the reservoir, as well as the size of the fish that can bite. Many people ask such a question as why in winter they should give preference to thinner fishing lines. It turns out that the choice of fishing line thickness is influenced by factors such as:
- Water transparency in winter is much higher than in summer, so the fish quickly notices it and may refuse the bait.
- In winter, fish become more picky and can study bait for a long time. If she notices something suspicious, she will refuse to bite.
- Winter fishing is characterized by the use of fairly small baits, which predetermine the use of the thinnest fishing lines. The thinner the line, the more believable the game of the bait.
Strength
A fishing line for winter fishing must have a high strength rating. In this regard, special attention should be paid to this parameter. As a rule, the manufacturer of the fishing line indicates on the packaging all the main characteristics, including the breaking force.
Specific stretch coefficient
Winter fishing conditions require the use of elastic fishing lines with good elongation properties. Winter fishing has its own characteristics, since you have to pull the line out of the water with your hands. In this case, almost the entire load is concentrated on the fishing line. Therefore, the better its shock-absorbing properties, the greater the chances of success and the less chance of failure.
Lack of memory
This is an equally important indicator, which lies in the fact that when winding it on a reel, for example, it should not retain its shape.
Abrasion resistance
The line must be stable in conditions where there are foreign objects such as stones or shells. Braided fishing line is considered the most stable.
Equipment
It is better to equip a fishing rod for lure fishing in advance, that is, at home. When going perch fishing, you need to acquire all types of gear - a fishing rod with a jig, and a fishing rod for trolling, so that you can use the entire arsenal on the pond. A fishing line of 0.10 mm – 0.14 mm is suitable for the spinner. The spoon should be no more than 3.5 cm; the best material from which catchable winter baits are made is copper and brass.
Particular attention should be paid to ensuring that the winter fishing rod for trolling has a hard and elastic nod, its handle should be comfortable, it can be made not only of cork, but also of foam plastic. The coil is used as an open type. To some extent, it is true that for spinning perch, pike and pike perch, the tackle should not be too sensitive, because the game of a spinner cannot be compared with the game of a jig. But you still have to adjust the fishing rod if you want to return home with your catch.
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The setting depends on the type of fish you plan to catch. In wild bodies of water there is an effect of surprise, so it makes sense to play it safe, but this can only be done against active fish. Using a thicker line on a passive bass would be a grave mistake. It is not necessary to use a large spoon when fishing for pike. This can be done at the beginning of winter, on the first ice, and in the dead of winter small spoons are used to catch pike.
2. How line thickness affects fish. On a scary level, it's not scary.
1. How does the thickness of the fishing line harmonize with the weight of the jig?
2. How line thickness affects fish. On a scary level, it's not scary.
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| Sergey Nikolaev writes: Indeed, this fishing line is very thick for a jig. I recommend switching to a thinner one, the result will be immediately noticeable. |
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| Yuri Doronin writes: I’ll clarify the use of this fishing line thickness. It seems to me that this thickness of the fishing line has little effect on the catch. I agree that the thinner the better, but sitting in the wind unraveling the thinnest web with stiff fingers... time is running out, and the winter day is short. Yes, and the perches sometimes pour in almost a kilo, sometimes 0.14 can’t stand it. |
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| Sergey Nikolaev writes: The main thing is not to make sudden movements and tire the fish. |
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| Yuri Doronin writes: Time passes and the flock can move away. Hooked - took out - took off - lowered the jig. From a depth of three meters it takes 4-5 seconds and hardly more. And is it worth taking such a risk and getting the fish “pierced”? |
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| Sergey Nikolaev writes: In general, as far as I know, large specimens of perch do not stay in schools, but swim one at a time, rarely two. |
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| Sergey Nikolaev writes: In order not to lose the jig, it is better to fish with a fishing rod with a lever for releasing the line. So that you can release the line when biting a large fish. And when fishing, be sure to use a hook. |
I wrote above! Sometimes he bites on the riser (the fishing rod is in the air, not in the hand), there is a bite and there is no jig.
As for large perch, 600-800 grams is not uncommon in our area, even a kilo. And our places are good.
You can choose any color, size, shape of the floats to suit your taste. This does not play a fundamentally important role. The main thing is that while fishing you can see the bite.
Rating of the best winter forests
Nowadays, the shelves of fishing stores can hardly accommodate fishing accessories, including fishing lines from various manufacturers. To make the right choice, you should familiarize yourself with information about the most famous gear used in winter fishing. Alternatively, you can contact the seller for advice. But here there is a high probability that the seller will offer a product that is in low demand, and therefore is of poor quality.
Dragon Millennium Winter
The line is produced by the Poles, but using American Sufix Fishing technology. Despite the fact that the packaging indicates its wear resistance and strength, this fishing line has a number of disadvantages. It has a reduced diameter, the thickness of the line is not constant along the entire length, and its transparency wants to be better.
Berkley FireLine Micro Ice Fused Original
These are German fishing lines that are suitable for use in all fishing conditions, both summer and winter. Excellent quality line with good transparency. It has excellent sensitivity and is excellent for using light baits. The breaking load can be in the range of 1.5-4.8 kg.
Momoi Pro Max Prestige
Everyone knows that Japanese fishing lines are of the highest quality, and therefore are in great demand both in Russia and throughout the world. As a rule, the stated characteristics are always true. These are reliable, high-quality and abrasion-resistant fishing lines. At low temperatures, its structure does not deteriorate, but rather improves, making it elastic and smooth. Therefore, the best option is Momoi Pro Max Prestige fishing line.
Balsax Ice King
These lines are resistant to frost and have decent strength, although the thickness of the line is not constant along the entire length. As a rule, these are fishing lines of small thickness. They break mainly only at the nodes. Therefore, using such a fishing line is also not a bad option.
Sufix Ice Magic
You can find several types of such fishing line on sale. It is characterized by the presence of a number of disadvantages associated with its strength. In addition, the diameter of the fishing line is underestimated, and the calibration does not have a constant coefficient. At the knots, the strength of the fishing line drops to 80% of the declared value. Therefore, experienced fishermen use this product little.
Winter fishing lines for amateurs. The first and last ice, deep winter. NOT real diameters...
Lures
Artificial baits for winter trolling are divided into three groups: spoons, balancers and rattlins or cicadas.
Spoons
Balancers
A balancer is a fish-shaped bait equipped with two or three hooks and a tail blade. Two hooks are located on the nose and tail of the “fish”, the third is suspended from below under the center of gravity and is usually supplemented with a drop of brightly colored polymer, which serves as an “aiming point”. The balancer is suspended from the fishing line by the “back” above the center of gravity. Thus, the bait, being motionless, occupies a strictly horizontal position, which is where its name comes from.
Rattlins and cicadas
Rattlins and cicadas are universal baits and are used by anglers both in summer and winter. These baits come in a variety of forms, but they are united by one behavioral feature - high-frequency vibration when retrieved. Therefore, another name for rattlins is “vibes”.
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I am interested in this question about the use of fluorocarbon for winter trolling. Who has any opinions on this issue? Flur is more rigid than simple fishing lines, will there be greater sensitivity when using it?
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Please express your opinions, but only from a practical point of view. There are many theorists, few practitioners. I would like to understand all the pros and cons of such a fishing line under these conditions.
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AE1263 Not very long ago I made a comparison between fishing line, braid and fluorine for a magazine. True, this comparison refers to summer, or more precisely, to street spinning, but maybe it will be interesting and you will find something new for yourself.
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Prices
As a rule, the higher the quality of the fishing line, the more expensive it is, and high-quality fishing lines are fishing lines from well-known, trusted companies.
- You can determine the prices of fishing lines directly at retail outlets: fishing line from Dragon Millenium Winter can be purchased at a price of 60 rubles. for 50 meters.
- Fishing line from Momoi Pro Max Prestige can be purchased for 50 rubles. for 25 meters.
- The Balsax Ice King product is sold at a cost of 30 rubles. for 30 meters.
- Sufix Ice Magic products have a price starting from 90 rubles. for 30 meters.
Braided cord
The most popular type of fishing line among anglers. It is made by weaving together several very thin nylon threads. This production method gives the braid much greater strength, many times greater than the breaking characteristics of conventional fishing line. Other positive qualities of this type of fishing line include softness, ease of winding and minimal stretch.
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The main disadvantage of braided fabric is its fragility in frosty weather. Because of this, use at subzero temperatures is not recommended. In the warm season, damage can be caused by the presence of hard or cutting objects at the bottom of the reservoir - stones or shell fragments.
It is also worth remembering that using braid with a spinning rod requires a special coating on the guide rings. Without it, the braided thread may leave marks on the inside of the rings, which will damage the fishing line.
Choosing the most catchy fishing line
To ensure you have the best fishing line, you need to consider the following factors:
- The main emphasis should be on the strength of the fishing line, which depends on the breaking load. Unfortunately, these indicators differ from different manufacturers, despite the same thickness. For winter fishing you need a thin and, at the same time, strong fishing line.
- Fishing with a jig requires a fishing line with a diameter of 0.1 mm and a length of up to 50 meters. This fishing line can support any fish weighing up to 600 grams. To catch larger individuals, you should take 50 meters of fishing line, 0.12 mm thick. If you use heavy baits, then you need to equip your tackle with fishing line, the thickness of which corresponds to 0.14-0.16 mm.
- Equipment for pike perch requires the use of fishing line with a thicker diameter, up to 0.18 mm. This is due to the fact that a more powerful hook is needed.
Monofilament line
Monofilament is a classic version of thread made from nylon. Most top manufacturers apply a special coating along its entire length that protects it from abrasion and corrosion.
The positive aspects of monofilament include the following factors:
- relative strength;
- low cost;
- Availability – available in all fishing stores.
Along with this, a nylon fishing line noticeably stretches in water and has a “memory” effect. These are its main disadvantages, because of which many anglers do not like using it, preferring other types of fishing threads.
Line color
The visibility of the equipment for fish depends on this parameter. The pike notices the bait from a great distance, often due to ambushes, and once it has already begun its attack, nothing will confuse it. Therefore, the color of the fishing line does not play a decisive role. However, for the best fishing results, you should follow a few tips:
- Transparent monofilament line or gray braided cord are considered universal and least noticeable.
- The color of the fishing line is selected according to the type of reservoir and its bottom. Fishing in clear water involves using neutral colors - gray or dark green. For fishing on sand spits, choose the appropriate tone - sandy. If the fishing spot has a muddy bottom or is overgrown with dense underwater vegetation, it is better to use dark swamp shades.
- It is better not to fish with fishing line of bright flashy colors.
- The success of a particular color depends on various factors - such as the season, lighting, the color background of the reservoir and the bottom. Having gear with fishing line of different spectra and experimenting, changing them alternately, you can choose the one suitable for each specific fishing.
- The color of the fishing line directly affects its strength. The most difficult color in this regard is black. Therefore, when deciding to use black lines, you should try not to save money, but to purchase high-quality products from well-known manufacturers that have proven themselves among fellow hobbyists.
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