Pike in November for spinning

In different regions, the end of autumn is different, somewhere the reservoirs are already completely ice-bound, and somewhere else it is just starting to get colder. Fishing will also have its own characteristics depending on weather conditions, and in November pike caught on spinning rods are mainly trophy sizes in the absence of ice cover.

Where to look for pike in November

The decrease in air temperature pulls with it the cooling of water bodies. In this regard, the fish gradually become less agile, gradually moving from the shallows to deeper places.

It is in the wintering pits, in order to avoid suffocation in the dead of winter, that all peaceful species of fish, followed by predators, spend almost the entire winter. Residents of reservoirs go out of there extremely rarely, and sometimes they do not leave, and in general until the very spring.

The best time for catching trophy pike in November on a spinning blank is the pre-freeze period, when there are already slight frosts, but the reservoirs are not yet shackled. They begin to fish immediately small lakes, ponds and rivers, then they switch to medium-sized reservoirs, large reservoirs remain for a snack, the water in which freezes the last. Depending on the size of the reservoir, the duration of successful fishing will also vary:

Then the reservoirs are simply covered with a crust of ice, which is sometimes difficult to break even with a large, decent weight shaker.

The right tackle for pike fishing

Catching pike in November for spinning involves catching large trophy individuals, which is why tackle must be collected with the appropriate characteristics. Anglers with experience will help you choose the components of the appropriate quality, they know exactly what quality they should be. If there is no such acquaintance, then it is worth studying the following advice.

Rod selection

The form is better to take from plugs, from carbon fiber. Test loads depend on the baits used, and since they are used quite heavy in the fall, the blank is chosen with indicators of 10-30 for small and medium-sized reservoirs, for large water arteries the test should be more, 30-80 will be the most successful. But the length largely depends on the place of fishing, if the pike in November is more likely to be caught on a spinning rod from the shore, then options of 2,7 m in length are considered. Fishing from a boat involves the use of shorter blanks, 2,2 m will be enough.

Coil selection

The reel is used inertialess type, while the spool size is at least 3000. When choosing a product, special attention should be paid to the number of bearings, a high-quality reel should have at least 5. The spool is better if it is metal, it can be used both under a fishing line and under a cord .

Braid or monolace

Both a monofilament fishing line and a braided line are suitable as a basis. Both of these options are used by anglers with experience, while the diameter of the fishing line should not be more than 0,35 mm, the line should be up to 0,22 mm.

Using leashes

It is imperative to use leashes, do not refuse this component of the tackle. The best option would be a tungsten or steel string leash. They will be soft enough, they will not extinguish the game of the selected bait, but they are not afraid of the sharp teeth of the pike. The fluorocarbon version is also not bad, but it has worse breaking loads.

Selection of baits for the November pike

Pike fishing in November for spinning is carried out from the bottom sections of the reservoir, therefore, baits are selected with the appropriate weight. The dimensions should not be small either, the pike during this period already saves energy and will rather chase after a large fish than a trifle.

In autumn, namely in November, such baits are used for successful fishing:

• Spinners are the best of the options, Atom, Perch, Pike, Lady will work anytime, anywhere. Spinningists with noisy double oscillators boast excellent results.
• Wobblers for pike fishing at this time of the year are also used very successfully. Choose natural color options of sufficient weight and with a depth of 1,5 m or more.
• Silicone will work well in November, but not all. Edible rubber will work on a predator until the very freeze-up, but the usual classic baits can be completely useless.

Spinners, even large ones, are not used during this period; they will not be able to properly attract the attention of a predator.

Fishing technique and secrets

Is it possible to successfully catch pike in November for a beginner? Of course, it is possible and even quite real. To do this, you should collect tackle and go to the pond. With each new trip, everyone gains new, unfamiliar experience for themselves, and this applies not only to beginners, but also to experienced spinningists.

To attract the attention of a toothy predator at this time, you need to use fairly aggressive leashes, ideal for:

• stepped;
• jerky;
• twitching.

Foam rubber and mandulas are caught for demolition, while it is important to choose a sinker of such a weight that it drags along the bottom, but does not melt the bait used.

Fishing is best done in the morning and evening hours, while it is better to choose cloudy weather, but without strong winds. The day when before that for several days the pressure was kept at the same level is perfect.

There are many secrets of fishing, each of the anglers keeps his own as the apple of his eye.

• when catching pike during this period, it is important to change not only baits, diversity in wiring and the constant search for a promising place will definitely become the key to success;
• no matter what wiring is used, pauses in it must be mandatory;
• wiring is selected according to the intensity of biting, with active it is better to lead more aggressively, if the predator is inactive, then it is better to use slow and smooth wiring;
• when fishing from the shore, it is good to use the fan method of casting;
• in cold water, closer to freezing, bites of a toothy predator are less and less, but if they bite, then a real trophy;
• every 5-7 empty casts it is worth changing the bait, and then the wiring method;
• silicone is used both with jig heads and with a retractable leash, and the second installation method will bring more results;
• trolling is better with large wobblers, sinking options are used or with neutral buoyancy;
• accessories for leashes are used small, but strong, the successful outcome of fishing often depends on this indicator.

Conclusion

In November, pike are caught on spinning until the very freeze-up, and even at the first tender ice crusts they continue to actively catch promising places. Large baits and strong tackle will help you spot and bring out the trophy without any problems.