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Trout can be caught with tackle such as spinning, fly fishing, float rod or feeder (donka). Among anglers, spinning or fly fishing is very popular. Bottom gear or float fishing rod is used much less frequently. Given that fly fishing requires special skill, then there is one universal tackle left – this is spinning. Using it is not at all difficult, but using a wide range of artificial baits is also not a problem. This is despite the fact that fly fishing involves the use of such artificial lures as “flies”.
Still, the choice is up to the angler. You can meet both avid spinners and avid fly fishers. If you rely on trout fishing, then both gear is the most catchy.
Spinning tackle for trout fishing
The most interesting tackle for trout fishing is spinning. It does not need special skill, it is enough to correctly and competently select all the elements of gear. Spinning fishing is an interesting and exciting activity because it is very simple and effective.
As for experienced fishermen, they have already decided on tackles for a long time and are armed with several rods for various purposes and designed for trout fishing in any conditions. As for beginner spinningists who decide to master this tackle, the answer here is ambiguous. Still, despite its ease of use, each fishing is fraught with certain secrets that are revealed as experience is gained. Therefore, for starters, it makes sense to purchase a rod, after consulting with an experienced, familiar spinning player. Although everything is relative and everyone, even an experienced fisherman, has his own rod to which he is accustomed. But this does not mean at all that another angler will like this rod.
Rod
This element of gear is selected depending on the specific fishing conditions. In the case of using a rod for fishing from a clean shore, you can take a blank, about 3 meters long. If there are thickets on the shore, then a long rod creates certain inconveniences. And when fishing from a boat, you can only use a short rod, since there is no need for long-distance casts, especially when fishing with trolling.
If fishing is carried out on the same reservoir, then problems with determining the length should not arise. If fishing is carried out on various, unfamiliar water bodies, then you should take a rod with a length of 2,4 m. It may well be suitable for various conditions, although not 100%.
Spinning test
As a rule, trout are caught on baits, weighing about 7 g and no more. This means that the rod test should be in the range of 0-7 g or 2-7 g. In extreme cases, up to 10 g. Rods with this test are ultralight rods. The action of the blank can be fast, although with such a rod you need to be able to play fish such as trout. The fact is that the trout seriously resists, and a rigid rod is not able to fully extinguish its jerks.
Hard spinning allows you to better control the wiring process. If you take a slow action rod, then it will allow you to cast a small bait further, but it does not have the sensitivity that a fast action rod has.
When fishing for trout, the sensitivity of the rod is very important, so it is better to buy high-quality, but cheap blanks. Naturally, you can also find quite expensive models, but not every angler can afford them. Therefore, you need to choose something in between, but it is better not to take cheap rods. Fishing is interesting because there is an opportunity to enjoy catching this interesting fish. Interest in fishing will disappear as soon as the stick breaks into several pieces.
Fishing line
An equally important element of tackle, which directly affects the sensitivity. A braided fishing line can very quickly transfer a bite to the tip of the rod. In addition, it is more reliable than monofilament, therefore, you can equip the tackle with thinner fishing line. This is very important when casting light weight lures. The thinner the line, the further you can cast the ultralight bait.
Line diameter
If a monofilament fishing line is used, then its diameter should not exceed 0,18 mm, and when choosing a braid, you can stop at a diameter of 0,12 mm, but not less.
Coil
When choosing a reel, the action of the rod should be taken into account. If a hard rod is used, then the reel must have a reliable, high-quality friction clutch. This is necessary so that the reel also participates in the process of playing the fish, otherwise it is difficult to deal with trout. At the same time, the friction brake must be adjusted to a certain weight of fish, taking into account the thickness of the fishing line. Then powerful jerks of suitable specimens will be smoothed out. As for small individuals, there are no special problems when catching them.
In order for the fish to be close to the angler faster, you should choose a reel with a large gear ratio. These characteristics correspond to coils with a gear ratio of 5:1.
Video “Tackle for trout fishing on spinning”
Trout fishing. We choose gear.
Fly fishing tackle for trout
There is nothing special about fly fishing, although many find it awkward and difficult to use. The only thing that is required of a person is to accurately cast the bait, well, preferably far. As a rule, fly fishing is mastered in a few days of training. In addition, tackle has its own characteristics associated with the design and purpose. And here it is very important to choose all the elements of gear correctly.
Rod
The blank length of 1,7-3 m is quite enough for trout fishing. A long rod is great for fishing in waters where there are no coastal thickets and nothing interferes with fishing. The ideal option is fishing on a paid pond, where the shore is equipped and all conditions for normal fishing are created.
If we talk about wild reservoirs, then it is difficult to find areas on the shore where there is no vegetation. Therefore, it is necessary to select a form for specific conditions.
fly fishing class
Fly fishing gear is divided into classes. For trout fishing, gear of grades 3-7 is quite suitable. For beginner anglers, you can advise tackle of the 5th class. This is the middle class: the tackle is not light, but not heavy either.
fly line
This item must match the fly fishing class. In any fishing store you can get comprehensive information on this topic.
Leave
This element of gear has its own characteristics. The length of the leash is chosen depending on the length of the rod: if the length of the rod is 2,4 meters, then the length of the leash should be the same – 2,4 meters. At the same time, the thickness of the leash decreases towards the bait. To do this, the leash is divided into 4 parts and each segment is connected to each other from a fishing line of different diameters. For example, a leash 2,4 meters long is divided into 4 parts and we get 4 segments, 0,6 meters long. Now, each segment has its own fishing line. For example, the first segment, 0,6 m long, which is closer to the end of the rod, consists of a fishing line 0,35 mm thick. The second segment is 0,24 mm, the third segment is 0,18 mm and the last segment to which the bait is attached is 0,14 mm. As a result, it turns out that at the end of the rod there is the thickest piece of fishing line, and near the bait – the thinnest. It is very important to tie all the segments with high-quality and reliable knots.
Video “Tackle for fly fishing for trout”
FLY FISHING TACKLE FOR BEGINNERS. FLY FISHING FOR TROUT
Float tackle for trout fishing
Rod
The most common rod can be used, like the one used when fishing for crucian carp. There are no special requirements, except for lightness. After all, trout fishing means frequent casting and constant movement along the shore. Naturally, it is better to have a modern, light and strong carbon rod if funds permit.
Fishing line
The thickness of the fishing line is from 0,2 to 0,25 mm and depends on the size of the trout that falls on the hook. Hooks No. 6-8 are quite suitable for fishing. Since trout is a cautious fish, it is not recommended to tie more than one hook to tackle. When fishing for trout, a leash is used, about 20 cm long.
A friction reel will not interfere, on the spool of which about 50 meters of fishing line is wound. This will pull out any instance of trout.
Video “Tackle for catching trout on a float rod”
How to assemble tackle for trout fishing (Fishing in Germany)
Bottom tackle for trout fishing
You can also catch trout on the bottom gear. Today it is called feeder fishing. In fact, they are one and the same. In any case, the principle of fishing is the same, and the differences are only in the configuration of the gear. As a rule, bottom tackle is equipped with a feeder rod and a spinning reel with a set of useful features.
Fishing line with a diameter of 0,2-0,3 mm, with a leash at the end, the thickness of which is 0,15 mm.
Hooks
It is advisable to choose high-quality hooks No. 6-8 of well-known companies. In no case can you save on hooks, especially since this element of tackle is the cheapest in comparison with other components.