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October is considered by anglers to be the most successful month, especially if predator fishing is preferred. In October, a pike bites on almost everything and with any type of wiring, but there are exceptions to the rules. In order not to return from fishing empty-handed, it is worth studying some of the subtleties of catching a predator in the middle of autumn.
Features of the behavior of pike in October
The decrease in air temperature in the autumn period made the inhabitants of the reservoirs become more active, this was the case in early September and lasted until the middle of the month. Further cooling forces the fish to move from shallow water to deeper sections of rivers and lakes, and pike is no exception.
All the features of the behavior of the predator are explained by the movement of its food supply, it follows roach, crucian carp, bleak, ruffs and other small fish. Now the pike will eat up fat before the approaching winter, which means it will throw itself at almost any bait that is held closer to the bottom area.
The aggressiveness of the predator will also be an important point, especially if autumn is early and at the end of October it is already quite cool. This obliges anglers to build more durable gear using strong components.
Where to look
Fishing for pike in the autumn is always successful, the main thing is to know some features of the search and be able to select baits. Based on the already studied features of the behavior of the predator during this period, it should be understood that the collection of gear should be taken especially responsibly.
Where to look for pike in October, experienced anglers determine without problems according to weather conditions, the cooler the water, the deeper the fish goes. She increasingly departs from the coastal edges and practically does not return here, as a result, there is nothing to do on large reservoirs without a watercraft. But the tackle in this case is going with its own characteristics.
| tackle component | Features |
| rod blank | length 2,1-2,4 m. casting test 10-40 g, preference should be given to carbon options |
| coil | spool size not less than 3000, number of bearings from 4, gear ratio 5,2:1 |
| basis | the best option is a cord, thickness 0,18-0,22 mm, it is possible to use monofilament fishing line with a cross section of 0,25 mm |
| fittings | swivels, carabiners, clockwork rings use excellent quality, so as not to miss an aggressive catch of a decent size |
In warm, windy weather, you can try fishing in the middle layers of water in the reservoir, small fish often go there to warm themselves, followed by pike. On small reservoirs, where sufficient depth begins immediately near the shore, you can try to make close casts.
Applicable baits
Pike in October has a good appetite, so it reacts with pleasure to all the baits offered. The only feature is the size, the small toothy inhabitant of the reservoir will not pay any attention. Depending on the method of fishing, baits can be very diverse.
casting
Various types of artificial lures are used to fish the water area with a spinning blank by casting. The most catchy among anglers with experience are recognized:
- oscillating baubles from 8 cm and more, with which it is better to use elongated models along rivers, but for lakes and small ponds, rounder blades;
- turntables at least No. 4, the best options would be Meps Aglia and Aglia Long, as well as Black Fury models;
- wobblers are considered classics when casting, the best options would be elongated minnow models from 90 mm or more;
- large-sized silicone with a jig head is also used.
Spinnerbaits, poppers, rattlins and small silicone are best left until spring.
Trolling
Fishing for pike in this way involves the use of most often a wobbler with sufficient depth. It is on artificial fish that the pike bites best at this time of the year. A wide variety of models are used:
- cranks;
- takes
- minnow;
- two- and three-piece.
An important selection parameter will be the size of the bait and the depth of immersion. For trolling fishing, options from 80 cm or more are suitable, but the depth is selected depending on the characteristics of the reservoir.
It is worth remembering that sometimes a predator in a pond can behave very unpredictably, that is, refuse all baits characteristic of this time of year. What to catch then? What type of bait should be used? In such cases, anglers keep one or two pure “spring” baits in their arsenal, it can be a small silicone or a spinner up to No. 3. Often it is precisely on such options that the pike rushes almost immediately.
The subtleties of catching pike in October
The autumn period is rich in trophy catches of both a predator and some species of peaceful fish. We have already figured out what to do to catch a predator, but how to catch a pike in October in order to always be with a catch, we will try to find out in more detail.
There are a lot of subtleties of catching trophy pike. Every angler with experience has his own secrets that he is unlikely to want to tell everyone, but there are also well-known rules that we will reveal further:
- not very long throws are carried out from the boat, the watercraft allows you to get as close as possible to the section of the reservoir of interest;
- wiring is most often twitching or uniform, but it is not only possible, but also necessary, to make your own additions;
- trolling is carried out at minimum engine speed, the ideal bait speed is only 2 km / h at this time of the year;
- it is worth using brighter baits, but natural colors must also be present.
We received the basics of pike fishing in October, now it is necessary to visit the reservoir and put into practice the advice and recommendations received.