Ring fishing is one of the most exciting and lucrative ways of fishing on the current, which requires a boat, and the idea is that the feeder sinks to the bottom, and the hook line slides along a special lead ring held by the cord, which allows the nozzle to be delivered exactly into the plume of the feed jet, where the fish concentrates.
The effectiveness of this method is due to the fact that ring-foil It's designed to be driven down, which is ideal for rivers with strong currents like the Volga, Kama or Oka, and the angler doesn't have to make long-distance casts because the boat anchors directly above the fishing point, and this allows you to use delicate gear and feel even the most careful bites of large fish.
But success depends not only on the availability of fish, but also on the correct assembly of the tooling. Mistakes in the installation of the feeder or choosing the diameter of the main line can reduce all efforts to zero. It is important to understand the physics of the process: the ring should slide freely, but not confuse the tackle, and the bait should be washed out evenly for several hours.
Working principle and gearing
The basis of the whole system is a lead ring, which is the cord of the feeder and the fishing line of the fishing rod, and when you lower the tool, the ring slides down the cord, dragging the hook leashes along with it, and they end up lying down exactly in the center of the bait, which eliminates the need for accurate throwing, which is problematic from the boat.
The design of the ring can vary. There are solid models that require special techniques when removing fish, and connectible ones that are equipped with a spring or propyl. Separable ring It is much more convenient, as it allows you to unfasten it from the cord of the feeder, without pulling the entire gear on board, which is especially important when fishing at a depth of more than 5 meters.
⚠️ Attention: The use of a non-removable ring requires the presence at the end of the cord of the feeder loop from a thinner fishing line, which will break off when caught, or a complex procedure for removing the ring through the coil.
The most important element is the feeder itself, which should be large enough to last for a long time, and have optimal perforation. If the cells are too large, the bait will quickly wash out; if too small, the plume will not form. The ideal option is a cylindrical mesh with a cell of about 5-8 mm.
Selection and installation of feeder
The ring feeder is not just a feeding container, but an anchor that holds the cord tight. The weight of the full feeder must be sufficient to keep it from being swept away from the boat. Usually, stainless wire or plastic mesh models of 3 to 6 liters are used.
The cord is attached to the feeder using a strong carbine or factory ring. The cord must be synthetic, water-free, 1-1.5 mm in diameter. The capron cord can swell and sink, creating an arc that will disrupt the gear.
Inside the feeder, a loader is always placed, often as a lead chunk or a pancake weighing 2-3 kg, if the net itself is light, this ensures the vertical position of the feeder and the stability of the cord. At the bottom of the feeder, a stone or heavy object is also placed, so that it quickly sinks into the silt.
- 🎣 Grid material: Stainless steel or plastic (metal is more durable, plastic is lighter).
- ⚓ Weight of cargo: Selected by the strength of the current, usually 3-5 kg in gear.
- 📏 Length of cord: It should be 2-3 meters more than the maximum depth at the fishing site.
To feed the first point, you can use a mixture of clay and crackers in balls, lowering them separately to quickly collect the fish while the main feeder is just starting to work.
Assembling fishing rods and equipment
The fishing rod for the ring is a short and hard form. Since the cast is not made, the length of the rod rarely exceeds 1.5-2 meters. Often used old Soviet "oak" spinning, special side fishing rods or even homemade whips made of fiberglass.
The coil is installed inertial, for example, the classic "Nevskaya" or its modern counterparts. Unusertial coils can be used, but less convenient because of their size and fear of moisture. The line is put monophilic, with a diameter of 0.25-0.35 mm. The wicker cord is not recommended, since it is strongly sailing on the flow and it is more difficult to control.
The tooling is mounted as follows: at the end of the main line, a loader-ring or simply a heavy loader is attached, above which a scoop or leash is tied 10-15 cm or a lead is tied. The lead is made from fluorocarbon or a soft line with a diameter of 0.18-0.22 mm. The length of the leashes varies from 30 to 60 cm.
Scheme of installation:1. Main line 0.30 mm
2. Sliding loader (olive) 40-60g
3. The locking bead
4. The vertebrate
5. Two-leashed crib (0.20 mm, 40 cm long)
The number of hooks depends on the activity of the fish and the fishing rules in your area. Usually, 1-3 hooks are used. It is important that the hooks are sharp and strong, because the bream and the ulcer on the current have serious resistance. The size of the hook is selected under the nozzle: for the worm - 6-8, for the worm - 10-12 according to the international classification.
☑️ Assembling tackle
Bait and bait
The composition of bait is a key success factor. It has to be heavy so it doesn't drift far from the boat, but it's loose enough to blur, often based on millet porridge, barley, sunflower cake and breadcrumbs, and add soil from shore or clay to weight.
And you have to add the bait, which is the catch, and if you're catching a worm, you have to cut the worms into the porridge, and if you're catching a bait, you have to squelch some of the larvae. Smell. It plays a secondary role, the main thing is the visual trace and the presence of edible particles in the water.
And for bait, the one-size-fits-all thing is a bunch of dung worms, bream, gustera, ulcer, and a big roach, and it's good as a worm supplement or as a self-help nozzle, and in the summer heat, canned corn and barley work really well.
| fish-fish | The main bait. | Activity time | Preferences for bait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breeze | Worm, squirrel. | Morning, evening, night | Millet, cake, clay balls |
| Iaz | Worm, bread, corn | All day long | Hercules, crustaceans, animal components |
| gustera | Moth, slob. | Day | fine-fraction mixture |
| sazanne | Corn, boyels. | Early morning | Large grains, fermented corn |
⚠️ Warning: Do not use flavors with a pungent odor (anise, strawberries) in cold water - this can scare off careful fish. In winter and early spring, the smell should be minimal.
Tactics of boating
The process of fishing begins with the choice of a place. You need to find a site with a smooth bottom and moderate current. The depth should allow you to comfortably control the boat and gear, usually 3-7 meters. After choosing a point, the boat is anchored across the stream (cross the jet), using two anchors: the bow and aft.
This arrangement, called "stretching," keeps the boat steady as it heads towards the current, and the feeder is pulled straight off the side (usually from the bow), and the cord is pulled, and the fishing rod is placed on the side or in a special holder so that the line exits at an angle of 90 degrees to the side.
After the ring is lowered and the tooling is pulled, the line is pulled, the signal of the bite is a nod (a watchman) or the tip of the rod, the peck on the flow often looks like a confident bend of the nod down, or, conversely, its straightening if the fish goes against the flow, you need to cut sharply, but not too hard, so as not to break the lip of the fish.
The secret of the "lazy" fisherman
If the current is very strong, you can use two rings on the feeder cord, one is the main working one, the second is the spare one, already equipped, while you're tinkering with the fish, the second ring is already lowered to the fishing point.
The catching is done carefully, choosing a fishing line with your hands or a coil. If you get a large specimen, you should not drag it into the boat over the side, it is better to bring it into a sucker. Use a lift when fishing for a ring is mandatory, since the fish often comes to the board itself and can be frightened.
Safety techniques and regulations
Boat Fishing, especially on the current, comes with certain risks. The first rule is that everyone on the boat has life jackets, and even if you're a great swimmer, the current, the tangled gear and the impact on the side can be a cruel joke.
The second important thing is to control the position of the gear, and if you're strung on your hand or finger, you can get serious injuries when you pull a large fish or you get hooked, you can always use a coil or a coil, and you can also make sure that the line doesn't rub against the side of the boat or the sharp edges of the anchor cord.
In many regions, fishing from boats during the spawning period is completely prohibited or limited to the number of hooks (often only one hook per tackle is allowed). Using more than two hooks per fisherman is considered poaching in many regions and is punishable by a fine.
The key to success on the ring is to keep the feeder cord tight, so if the cord sags, the ring will stand up and the fishing will stop.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I catch a ring without a boat?
Technically, you can fish from a bridge, a pier, or a tree that is heavily overhanging the water, where you can lower the feeder vertically down, but classic fishing involves anchoring the boat above the point, because you can't get the cord vertically on the stream from the shore.
Which line is better: wicker or monophile?
For the main fishing line, it is better to use a monofile (fly line). The wicker cord has a high water absorption (except for special series), strongly sails on the flow, forming an arc, and worse transmits a bite in this configuration. The monolesk stretches, which helps to extinguish the fish jerks.
Why doesn't the ring slip to the end?
The most common problem is in the cone of the feeder cord or in the design of the ring itself. If the ring is solid, it can get stuck on knots or carabiners, it is recommended to use detachable rings or to put a smooth tube insert on the feeder cord at the stopper site.
At what depth is it effective to catch?
The optimal depth for fishing on the ring is from 4 to 8 meters. At lower depths, fish can be afraid of boats and noise, and at depths of more than 10-12 meters it becomes more difficult to control the tackle and catch fish, although trophy bream often stands at depths.