Ring fishing is perhaps one of the most effective and exciting ways to get large breams and ulcers on large rivers with strong currents. This method requires a boat, because fishing is strictly from the boat to the plumb, making it inaccessible to coastal fishermen. The essence of the method is that the feeder with bait sinks to the bottom, and the line with hooks passes through a special metal ring that slides along the feeder cord.
The effectiveness of such fishing is due to the fact that the jet of bait washed out of the feeder creates a long plume at the bottom, attracting fish from a long distance. Tools In this case, it's always in the maximum concentration zone of the feed, which causes the careful bream to ignore the fishing line and greedily grab the bait, but success depends not only on the presence of fish, but also on the right equipment and tactics.
In this article, we will take a look at how to assemble a work tackle, what elements are critical to catching on a strong current, and share secrets that will help you return with a rich catch. Fishing on a ring from a boat is not just waiting for a bite, it is a constant process of interaction with the water element and fish.
Principle of operation and advantages of the method
The idea behind the method is to use the river as a transport to get food to hooks. A feeder filled with porridge or breadcrumbs lies at the bottom. A hooked line slides along a separate cord that runs from the feeder to the boat. A ring worn on this cord pulls the hooks right into the center of the feeding spot.
The main advantage is the constant delivery of fresh bait to the fishing point without the need for frequent re-casts, which could scare the fish on the current. The Ring allows the fishing line to move freely, but when a large specimen is pecked, it slips off or the fishing line comes out of it, allowing the angler to safely catch the trophy without hooks for the feeder cord.
And it also allows you to fish at depths where feeder fishing would be ineffective because of the demolition of the gear, and you're directly above the fishing point, which gives you complete control. This method is most effective at depths of 4 to 12 meters in the presence of a tangible current., which is washing away the feeder.
⚠️ Attention: Using a ring tackle requires caution when working with a fishing line. When cutting or catching large fish, the line can cut your hands, so always use gloves or hold the cord through the fabric.
Ring design and element requirements
The central element of all gear is the ring itself. It's not just a metal ring, it's a fabricated piece that makes up 90 percent of the fishing success, it's made of lead or other heavy metal so that the current doesn't blow it away from the feeder. The weight of the ring usually ranges from 30 to 70 grams depending on the strength of the current.
The ring is designed to be a cylinder or cone with a hole to pass the feeder cord and an ear to tie the main line. The inner diameter of the hole must be adjusted so that the ring slides freely along the cord, but does not dangle. For wicker cords, the hole is made smaller, for thick monolesque, more.
The hole In a ring, you often have an angle or a cone shape to make the ring jump off the cord when you lift the gear, and if you're going to catch a wicker cord, you better polish the inner surface of the hole or put a plastic tube in there to reduce friction.
- 🎣 The weight of the ring should be selected under the force of the current: the stronger the flow, the heavier the load is needed.
- 🎣 The diameter of the hole should correspond to the thickness of the feeder cord with a small margin.
- 🎣 The shape of the ring (cylinder or cone) affects aerodynamics when lifting and slipping.
If you're just starting to catch a ring, make several rings of different weights and diameters, which will allow you to quickly adapt to changing conditions on the river without having to remake the gear on the spot.
Assembly of the main tackle and selection of rod
You don't need expensive, specialized rods to catch a ring. rod-block The main requirement for the fishing rod is strength and a sensitive nod, capable of registering careful biting of the bream on the current, the test of the rod must correspond to the weight of the ring and the proposed trophy.
The coil is used inertial or simple non-inertial, but necessarily with a good friction, since the bream on the flow resists violently. The line for the main gear is better to take a monophilic diameter of 0.25-0.3 mm. It is less noticeable in water and has extensibility, which helps extinguish the jerks of fish.
The tooling is over. plough-fly Or two or three hooks, the distance between the hooks should be such that they do not get confused, but are within the range of the feeding plume. Usually, hooks No. 8-12 according to the international classification, depending on the size of the nozzle.
Installation of equipment: step-by-step instructions
The right fit is to avoid entanglement of the gear, start by tying the main line to the ring ear, then at the end of the line, a scoop or a leash is attached, the length of the leashes is usually 20-40 cm, but on a strong current they can be reduced to 15 cm, so that they are less confused.
The feeder is tied to a separate strong cord (capron thread or wicker 0.5-0.8 mm). The cord should be marked with bright markers or knots every half meter so that you know the depth and position of the feeder. The end of the cord is fixed on the boat.
☑️ Checking tackle readiness
When you lower the gear, you go to the bottom first, the feeder goes, the cord is pulled, then the ring is put on the cord, the hooks are baited, and only then the ring is smoothly released down the cord to the bottom. After touching the bottom (which feels like relaxing tension), the line is winded a little, so that the gear is straightened.
It is important to ensure that the main line does not overlap the cord of the feeder during lowering, and if this happens, the gear will have to be raised and remade, otherwise the fish will not pass the fish. Tension. The main line should be sufficient for the nod to react to the bite, but not to carry hooks far away from the plume.
⚠️ Warning: Never twist the feeder cord on your arm or leg when it is in strong currents! A sharp jerk of a large fish or a hook of a feeder can lead to serious injuries to the limbs. Use a special holder or a reliable fixation on board.
Choosing bait and tactics of feeding
The success of ring fishing depends on 80% of the quality and quantity of bait. Bream is bottom and schooling fish, it must be kept at a point. For feeder, the perfect mixture is based on millet, barley, peas and breadcrumbs. The consistency should be such that the feed washed out in 5-10 minutes, forming a cloudy plume.
You need to add elements of the nozzle: chopped worm, horn or moth to the composition of the bait, this increases the confidence of the fish in the offered treat. The fragrances (anise, coriander, vanilla) work well, but most importantly - the natural smell of porridge and living ingredient.
| Component | Appointment | Proportion (%) | Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| millet | The basis of the mixture | 40% | It's a sticky and a muddy thing. |
| Breadcrumb | Creating a plume | 30% | Light, pops up, muddy. |
| Smoke/Makuch | Scent | 20% | Attracts from a long distance |
| Oparysh/Worm | Motivation is cool. | 10% | Must be alive or scalded. |
The feeding is done by the full feeder. Then, during the fishing process, you need to monitor the washing rate. If the feeder is empty in less than 5 minutes, the mixture is too loose, you need to add clay or viscous porridge. If the feeder is full in 20 minutes, the mixture is too dense, you need to add baking powder (sand or crackers).
The consistency of feed is more important than the volume of feed, and it's better to put a full feeder every 10 to 15 minutes than toss a huge portion and wait an hour, and that keeps the bream flock active.
Techniques of catching and catching trophies
Once the tackle is lowered, the rod nod should be tuned to tremble slightly from the current, but straighten or bend clearly when it is bitten. Breath often takes the bait carefully when it tries first. At this point, the nod may tremble slightly. You only need to cut when the nod is confidently pulled down or sideways.
When you cut a large bream, it starts to resist, and your job is to keep it from going under the boat or away from the feeder cord, and the line should be constantly under tension, and if the fish is large, you need to tire it, not force events, but also not let it weaken.
At the time of rising the fish, the ring itself will slide off the feeder cord, and you can safely start the bream in the feeders. A slicker It's a must, because the bream at the surface of the water makes candles and can get off the hook, and you need to pick up the fish quickly, but without jerking, so as not to break the lip.
What to do if the ring is stuck on the cord?
If you're not lifting the ring, don't pull it out, try to gently sway the fishing rod up and down, sometimes it helps to slightly relax the tension of the feeder cord (if you have an assistant) or, conversely, it's very tense, and in extreme cases you have to lift everything together, gently disconnecting the elements with your hands.
What kind of nozzle does a bream on a ring like?
The best nozzle is a bunch of dung worms or a sandwich made of worm and worm, and bream responds well to barley, peas and dough with garlic or anise, and on rivers with a lot of small things, the worm is preferred, because it is larger and more noticeable.
Frequent errors and security measures
Beginners often make the mistake of using too thin lines in the hope of stealth. On a strong current, a thin line sails, and the gear blows away from the feeding plume. In addition, a bream weighing 2-3 kg on the flow creates a huge load, and a thin line may not withstand the jerk.
Another mistake is to use too light feeders, so if the feeder is blown by the current, the train goes not vertically, but at an angle, and the hooks end up in "clean" water where there are no fish, and the feeder must lie dead on the bottom.
Safety on the water is paramount, and fishing is often done at depths and currents, requiring a life jacket, and sudden movements in the trophy can cause a loss of balance, especially in a small boat.
- ⚠️ Always carry a sharp knife so that in case of entanglement (beard) quickly cut the line.
- ⚠️ Do not get up in the boat while catching large fish - this is fraught with tipping.
- ⚠️ Watch the weather forecast: when the wind is stronger, it is better to stop fishing on the ring.
⚠️ Attention: Be aware of the fishing regulations in your area, some places prohibit boating during spawning season, and the number of hooks on gear may be limited (often no more than 2-5 hooks per angler), and compliance with GIMS and fishing surveillance is everyone's responsibility.
Fishing on a ring from a boat is a skill that comes with experience. The first fishing can seem difficult because of the constant manipulation of the ring and cord, but when you feel a powerful jerk and see the silvery side of the bream in the lift, you will realize that this method is worth it. tacklePatience and patience are the formula for your success.