Fishing for perch on a jig: tackle, lures, equipment, wiring

Modern fishing enthusiasts are armed with various fishing methods, which is supported by the presence of various tools. From the presence of modern artificial lures, the eyes simply run up. The same can be said about other elements of equipment. With the advent of silicone baits, as well as jig heads, it has made it possible to diversify catching many types of fish, including perch. This method of catching a predator is not only interesting, but also very effective. In addition, it is relatively inexpensive, since you can pay as much for a package of silicone baits as for a good artificial bait, like a wobbler. Jig fishing is available for fans of spinning fishing of any category, whether they are experienced spinners or beginners. Due to random hooks, spinningists leave a huge amount of baits in the reservoirs. The cheaper the bait, the less pitiful and offensive it becomes, as when you lose an expensive wobbler or an expensive spoon.

Jig fishing should be considered as a separate direction in fishing, since it has its own technique, as well as its own lures, which cannot be used with other techniques. Jigging fishing is divided into several stages, which include the choice of tackle, the choice of bait, the lure posting, and the playing of the fish. We should not forget that the parking lot of the striped robber still needs to be found. This is especially true in relation to an unfamiliar body of water. All stages are interesting and a lot of fun. But this does not mean that this process does not have to be taken seriously. The outcome of the entire fishing trip depends on how responsibly the angler treats these stages.

This article talks about what features are in jig fishing for such predatory fish as perch. It remains only to pack up and go fishing, armed with jig equipment and a good mood.

Tackle for catching perch on a jig

First of all, you need to understand what gear is suitable for catching perch, since quite a lot depends on it. It should be taken into account the fact that, in addition to the perch, another predator, more serious, can covet the bait. Going to the store for spinning, you need to understand which one is suitable, since any one just won’t fit. In addition to the fact that there is a huge variety of spinning rods, they also differ in some characteristics. You should not discount the fact that there are many cheap and low-quality models on the market. Of course, you can count on the help of the seller, but not all sellers are conscientious and can slip a completely inappropriate option. At the same time, few of them are professionals in this business, therefore they can offer stale goods.

The most important thing is to choose the right rod, reel and fishing line.

Rod selection

We can safely assume that the rod is the main element of tackle, so you need to start from it. When choosing a rod, you should pay attention to the following indicators:

• For rod length.
• To his formation.
• For his test.

Rod length. Depending on the length of the rod, you can make fairly long and accurate casts. Certain fishing conditions dictate the conditions for choosing a rod by length. So, when fishing on small rivers or other types of water bodies, it is enough to have a rod with a maximum length of 2,1 meters. For fishing from a boat, a rod of the minimum length is sufficient, since it is much more inconvenient to handle a long rod in a boat, and it is not necessary. When fishing on large reservoirs, you can arm yourself with a spinning rod, 2,4 meters long. This is enough for perch fishing.

Stroy rods is the ability of the rod to bend. Depending on the action, the rod can bend completely or partially. For example, on a rod with a fast action, only the tip bends. A medium action rod bends halfway, while a slow action rod bends almost to the handle. Each system has both its pros and cons.

Fast action rods are distinguished by the highest sensitivity, therefore they allow you to feel even the most careful bites. Such blanks make it possible to carry out long casts, as well as to make sharp cuts. Unfortunately, in case of catching a large specimen of fish, the rod is not so effective at damping the jerks of the fish, so descents are possible. When fishing for perch, when specimens up to half a kilogram or even less come across on spinning, this factor will not be able to have a special effect on the fishing process.

slow action rods not so sensitive, so it is problematic to feel the bottom of the reservoir. With the help of such blanks, it is impossible to make long and accurate casts, although with the help of such a rod you can pull out a rather large specimen even on a thin line, as it perfectly dampens the jerks of a powerful fish.

Medium action rods belong to those forms that occupy the “golden mean”. Rods are able to dampen jerks of fish and with their help you can cast the bait quite far, especially if light weight baits are used. We can safely say that this is just an ideal option, especially for beginner spinningists.

For perch fishing, fast and medium action rods are better suited, since it is necessary to feel the bottom of the reservoir, as well as respond in a timely manner to bites.

Test – This is an indicator that indicates what weight of bait it is permissible to use in order for fishing to be the most effective. As a rule, the lower and upper limits of the test are indicated on the form, for example, 6-12 grams. This means that fishing will be most effective if you use artificial lures, weighing from 6 to 12 grams. Going beyond these parameters is not desirable. When fishing with smaller baits, it is not possible to control the bait properly, and when choosing more catchy baits, you can simply disable the rod by breaking it.

For perch hunting, it is better to give preference to rod blanks with a test from 5 to 25 grams. We can say that such a rod is universal and perfect for beginners. Only after the tackle is mastered, you can pay attention to other rod blanks with different action and tests.

Coil selection

When fishing for perch, too large specimens do not come across, so an inertia-free reel, 1000-2000 in size, but of high quality with good performance, is suitable. It is better to choose from models of well-known manufacturers. Cheaper option is better not to consider. A high-quality coil will last much longer, and will not let you down at the most inopportune moment. To choose a good reel, you need to take it in your hands and try how easily and silently it rotates. It is believed that a good coil should have at least 3 bearings.

The choice of fishing line

The fishing line should also be chosen based on the conditions of fishing. You can use both classic monofilament line and braided line. For a monofilament fishing line, a diameter of 0,15-0,25 mm is sufficient, and for a braided line, a thickness of 0,1 to 0,15 mm is sufficient. Braid can be preferred, especially when fishing in the current, because it is stronger and you can limit yourself to thin line, which has less resistance to water. In addition, it does not stretch, and because of this, the tackle is more sensitive. When fishing at shorter distances, this is not of fundamental importance, so you can get by with monofilament fishing line, especially since it is much cheaper. This is especially true for beginner spinning players who are just mastering the technique and tactics of jig fishing.

Some anglers do this: they wind up part of the monofilament line and add the desired length of braided line to it. The main thing is to correctly and reliably connect these 2 segments so that they do not interfere with comfortable perch fishing. On the other hand, it is not desirable to have additional knots on the main line, since at one fine moment it will ruin the whole process.

Lures for jigging perch

If you go to a specialty store and look at the variety of silicone baits, you can just be speechless. Such a variety does not mean at all that all baits are catchy, no matter which one you buy. Unfortunately, this is not the case and not every bait can catch a perch, especially since you want to catch more than one, and frequent bites should bring a lot of pleasure to the angler. To determine on your own which of them are catchy, you will need a lot of time and money, and if you take into account this diversity, then life will not be enough. In addition, this diversity is constantly increasing from year to year. What to do in this case?

The first option is to find out from experienced spinners who practice jigging for perch. Of course, it is better to find out about this from a familiar angler, since an unfamiliar spinner can be misleading, although such behavior among anglers is extremely rare.

The second option is to find relevant information on the Internet and read it. Many spinners share their achievements and their secrets through social networks. Based on these data, we can safely identify a number of baits that work effectively on perch, if there is one in the reservoir, although it is difficult to find a reservoir in which there would be no perch.

Keitech Swing Impact Fat 2-3

The bait is made of edible silicone and represents a ribbed vibrotail, which, when moving in the water, creates specific vibrations that attract the striped robber. The tail of the vibrotail, in the form of a movable heel, starts an active game even with a rather slow retrieve. She provokes a predator to attack even when the perch refuses to chase other types of bait. Rubber is quite soft, so it quickly loses its properties, which can be attributed to the disadvantage of this bait. Fortunately, she has many more advantages. When the predator bites off the tail of the bait, it continues to lure the predator just as actively. In addition to perch, the bait provokes other predators such as pike and zander to attack. Spinners speak well of this bait, so it will never be superfluous in the equipment of any spinner.

Megabass Rocky Fry Curly-Tail

A twister from Megabass will also not be superfluous among the many spinning lures. It is also made of edible rubber and has a unique play when moving in the water column. This game provokes bites from predatory fish such as perch. The bait, compared to other types of baits, is quite wear-resistant and withstands numerous perch bites. One pack lasts a long time.

All colors from Megabass work equally well, but you should pay attention to such solutions as motsu, cherry shrimp and Shrimp. Lures are available in a variety of sizes, with XNUMX-inch baits designed for catching large individuals, and XNUMX-inch baits are great for catching medium and small perch. Twisters from Megabass are quite expensive in terms of money, but it pays off with their durability. At the same time, you need to know how to properly store these baits. If the twister is stored with other silicone baits so that it comes into contact with them, then it will melt and lose its qualities. When in contact with the same baits, the twister sticks strongly. Although one can definitely say that the Curly-Tail twister from Megabass is a worthwhile bait that is worth paying attention to.

Sawamura One’up Shad vibrotail

Although not considered such a catchy specimen as the previous ones, it still deserves attention. This bait is used by many anglers-athletes in competitions, which once again indicates that the vibrotail is worthwhile.

In shape, the vibrotail resembles a small fish, such as a minnow or bleak. It is more used in conditions when the fish behaves quite actively, since the bait does not have its own, pronounced game. The tail produces attractive vibrations in the water column at high winding speeds. The vibrotail is made of edible silicone, the aroma of which attracts predatory fish. The manufacturer produces vibrotails ranging in size from 5 to 15 cm, so it is possible to choose a bait for any fishing conditions and for hunting any predatory fish, including perch. Smaller lures are usually good for perch, while larger lures can be used for pike and zander, as well as catfish and asp.

Vibrochvost Keitech Easy Shiner

Despite its usual, unremarkable appearance, the vibrotail has such a provocative effect on the predator that bites follow one after another. This “killer” bait is made of edible silicone 3 and 4 inches long.

A 3″ lure will catch perch, while a 4″ lure will be more interesting for pike or walleye. Many spinningists claim that the most catchy models are light green, purple and blue. On each individual reservoir, one color can work, which is not included in the above colors. In this regard, each spinner should have a whole set of lures of various colors.

Vibrotail Reins Rockvibe Shad

This is another vibrotail that can be safely called a “perch killer”. This lure has a unique body shape, divided into several parts that make up one whole. The front part is divided into 3 or more segments, the tail is ribbed, and at the end of the tail there is a narrow heel.

According to experienced spinningists, this vibrotail catches perch absolutely flawlessly. The tail of the bait plays so actively that perch bites are noted with each posting. The bait is durable because it is made of dense silicone. The manufacturer produces such baits in a wide range of colors. According to some reviews, the colors 021 (pink) and 002 (green pumpkin) are considered the most catchy. In fact, every angler has his own favorite color. As practice shows, color also matters, since the predator attacks even the bait that is stationary. In other words, this vibrotail should also be present in the equipment of the spinner. The bait is really very catchy, as other predators are also interested in it, such as pike, pike perch, asp and chub.

These are the five most effective perch lures, although it is easy to imagine that this list is far from complete. The fact is that recently baits made of edible silicone have appeared on the market, which imitate the movements in the water not only of fish, but also of some insects, as well as small animals. According to the reviews of many spinning players, they break all records in terms of catchability, but it’s still worth checking the work of the above listed lures.

Options for silicone rigs and mounting silicone lures

Spinning rigs should be understood as the methods of fastening individual elements of the rig, such as bait and sinker. Each of the equipment has its own advantages in specific fishing conditions. You can catch perch using any of the rigging options, but you need to know about them first of all.

There are both ordinary rig options, when the bait, along with a jig head, is attached to the end of the main fishing line, and unusual ones, which are called Texas, Carolina, Cheburashka and a branch leash. In most cases, they use the usual equipment, since it is quite simple.

Classic rig

This type of equipment can also be called the main one, since almost most spinningists use it in practice. There is no need to invent anything here, but, despite this, it is catchy, and it makes no sense to refuse it. To mount such a rig, you must have a silicone rig and a jig head that represents the hook and a sinker that is integral with the hook. It remains only to put the silicone bait on the jig head so that the sinker with the eye for fastening is at the head of the bait, and the hook looks out of its back (upper part). The task of the spinner is to carefully and correctly plant the bait so that it plays very believably. Any flaws in this operation can reduce all efforts to zero.

Mounting on a Cheburashka

This rig is also called movable, which makes it possible for the bait to play more realistically. Mobile mounting can be used in various conditions, with a single, double or triple hook. Many experienced anglers use a double hook to reduce the number of trips, and an offset hook to fish difficult areas, which reduces the likelihood of hooks. For this purpose, there are special sinkers called “Cheburashka”. There are “cheburashkas”, both with a back ring, for connection with the bait, and a removable option, when there is no need to use clockwork rings.

This option of attaching the bait is more catchy, since the bait emits additional vibrations that attract the predator. This mount is suitable for any type of silicone bait.

Snap-in leash

This type of equipment is also called “Moscow”. Its advantages lie in the fact that it can be used at considerable depths and in fast currents, allowing the bait to play more freely. The meaning of the equipment comes down to the fact that fishing at great depths and with strong currents requires the use of a heavy load. If you use a heavy jig head, then it will simply be difficult to work with it, or rather, it is difficult to control it, since the bait does not play believable. If you use a separate load and a separate bait attached to a leash, then this makes it possible for a lighter bait to play a real game in the water column.

The use of a heavy load allows for longer casts. How the tackle is mounted and how to catch perch on it can be seen in the video.

Drop shot

This type of equipment was invented in the USA for bass fishing. It is used by American anglers to this day. It became known to our anglers not so long ago, but our spinners liked it, as it copes well with catching perch and zander. Thanks to the installation features, the lure fulfills its game by 100%.

The method of catching predatory fish on a drop-shot is somewhat different from the usual jig fishing. Basically, the equipment is designed for vertical movement of the bait. This technique is associated with the peculiarities of the location of the cargo. The load is attached to the end of the fishing line, and it should be tied with a turntable so that the fishing line does not twist. In front of the sinker, somewhere at a distance of 1 meter from it, a hook is knitted, on which the bait is mounted. After the load lies on the bottom, the lure makes the same movements by moving the rod up and down. In this case, the load must lie motionless on the bottom. After playing with the bait in one place, the load is dragged to another place, where the same manipulations are carried out with the bait.

Texas rig

This equipment was also invented by the Americans for fishing difficult areas, where ordinary equipment quickly clings to underwater obstacles. All anglers know that there are a lot of fish in snags or blockages of trees, but it is very difficult to get it out of there. Therefore, such a tool was invented. It is based on a load in the form of a bullet and an offset hook, with which you can get an unhooked bait.

Installation of equipment is simple, so any spinning player can handle this task.

Spinning wires for catching perch on a jig

To catch perch on jigs, it is possible to use any type of posting that the angler owns and which can additionally animate the bait. As a rule, spinners on the pond always experiment and use several types of postings to interest the striped robber. Each subsequent day is never the same as the previous one, because the fish are unpredictable.

Step wiring

Particularly interesting is the stepped wiring, which arouses the interest of the predator, provoking him to bite. At the same time, each step should end with the fall of the bait to the bottom, although not necessarily. As a rule, the perch attacks the bait at the moment of falling or at the moment of a pause, when the bait lies motionless on the bottom or is motionless at the top for some time. It is not at all difficult to provide such movements of the bait, you just need to wait until the bait is at the bottom. After that, it is necessary to make 2-3 turns with the coil handle and pause, lasting from 1 to 3 seconds. Then several turns of the coil are made again and so on until the bait approaches the shore or the boat. If there is no bite, the cast is repeated, but too many casts in one place should not be done – it is useless.

In the process of wiring, it is permissible to additionally animate the bait by twitching the tip of the rod, increasing or decreasing the winding speed. It is equally important to form pauses, since the perch attacks the bait precisely at the moments of pauses. Using the wiring technique, you can determine the activity of a predator.

uniform wiring

Uniform wiring, although it is the simplest in terms of execution technique, does not suffer from this. It is important to choose the speed of winding up the fishing line depending on the conditions of spinning perch fishing.

uneven wiring

It consists of separate stages, which are characterized by either acceleration or deceleration of the movement of the bait in the water column. If during the wiring process you additionally play along with the bait, making small jerks with the tip of the rod, then the fishing process will not suffer from this.

Volochenie on the bottom

This is another way to get the perch to attack her. To do this, the bait moves along the bottom at a low speed, while its movements are enlivened by the tip of the rod. Often this method of fishing has a very defiant effect on the perch, since it does not miss the moments when a cloud of turbidity rises at the bottom.

Catching perch on a spinning rod is a rather exciting activity that requires serious preparation. First, you need to choose the right spinning rod. The main thing is that it should be easy, since you have to make frequent casts. Not every throw can be effective, but the load on the hands is palpable. Secondly, you should decide on the bait. It is better to use those recommended by experienced anglers and not try to determine the most catchy on your own. All anglers have long known about all catchy baits. In other words, don’t reinvent the wheel and waste time on useless things. It is better to deal with another, more responsible part – mastering the types of postings. This is something that depends on the spinning player himself, since it is connected with everyday practice. Equally important is to learn how to make accurate casts. This is especially true in conditions of aquatic vegetation. If this practice is absent, then soon all the baits will remain in the reservoir. All movements must be worked out to automatism.

Finding a promising place where perch prefers to hunt is an equally important component of successful fishing. Often, in search of such areas, spinningists walk kilometers along the banks of reservoirs. If there is a watercraft, then this task is greatly simplified. The perch leads a pack lifestyle and hunts potential prey also in packs. The only exceptions are trophy individuals that prefer a separate way of life. For this reason, trophy specimens of perch are rarely caught on spinning rods. But if you get on a flock of perch, you can count on a significant catch. Perch is considered the most numerous fish in our reservoirs, so it is present in almost all catches of fishermen, no matter what time of the year it is outside.