Fishing with a swimming means opens up unique opportunities for the lover of spinning and mormysh that are inaccessible to the coastline. Fishing rod from the boat It's a specific tool that requires a special approach to equipment and angling techniques, and unlike shore fishing, there's no long-range scattering, and the main factor for success is the accuracy of the bait in a strictly vertical plane.
Many novice anglers mistakenly believe that any short spinning or winter fishing rod is suitable for such fishing, but constant work from the side, pitching and the need for quick cutting at depth dictate their conditions. The fishing rod It should have a certain margin of safety, but at the same time maintain a high sensitivity to the most careful bites of a predator or bream.
In this article, we will explore the nuances of rod selection, equipment features and tactics that will allow you to return consistently with a catch. A properly selected tackle will turn chaotic fish pokes into confident nod climbs.
Design features of on-board rods
The main requirement for the tackle for fishing in the plumb is its compactness and rigidity. the length of the whip rarely exceeds 2-2.5 meters, since the longer rod will constantly cling to the elements of the construction of the boat, awning or engine. The rod test It is selected depending on the depth and strength of the current, but most often it is in the range of 20-60 grams.
The material of the form plays a critical role. It is ideal for active fishing of a pike or a bearch on the current. carbon It's lightweight, it's callable, it transmits instantaneous information about the bait touching the bottom, but carbon is fragile when it hits the side, so it requires careful handling.
⚠️ Note: When using graphite rods in a PVC boat, always use a soft cover or a lump lock to avoid accidental damage to the board or the form itself when rolling sharply.
Fiberglass models are cheaper and stronger, but they are much heavier. When fishing in a plumb, when the fishing rod is always in the hand, the weight of the tackle becomes a determinant of comfort. Hand fatigue at the end of the day can reduce the number of bites realized.
The bandwidth system deserves special attention: the rings should be wide enough that the line slides freely even when freezing (in winter) or water enters. The optimal number of rings for the board is 5-6 pieces, which ensures a uniform bending of the form during catching.
Choosing a nod and a bite signaler
The nod is the heart of any fishing rod, and it's the element that tells the fish that they're interested in the bait, and the most common way to do it is to use hard lausan or metal nods that can work at depths of 4 to 15 meters.
The length of the whiplash is selected experimentally, but the gold standard is considered to be the range of 15-20 cm Longer nods strongly sail in the wind, and too short may not provide the necessary amplitude of the game. Hard nod It should be matched to the weight of the mormy or balancer used.
- 🎣 Lausan nods - perfectly keep the shape, are not afraid of moisture, but can tan in severe frost.
- 🎣 Metal plates (spring steel or clock spring) are durable, but require careful adjustment for a specific weight of the bait.
- 🎣 Side nods – provide better visualization of the pecking “uplift”, but are less convenient in strong winds.
Some fishermen prefer to use the signaller But the classic mechanical nod remains the most reliable and tactile option, and it's important that the tip of the nod is painted in a bright, contrasting color.
Dye the tip of the nod with bright varnish or use a red/orange shrinkage - this will save your eyes from overstrain in cloudy weather.
The nod to the whip should be as reliable as possible. Rubber Cambricks will dry up over time, so it's better to use metal or plastic screw-fixed connectors. This will eliminate the spontaneous nod descent during active play.
Equipment: line, coil and fittings
As the main fishing line for fishing in the plumb from the boat, it acts without alternative thread-cordMonophile at depths of more than 3-4 meters is very stretched, making the cut sluggish and late. The tile with a diameter of 0.12-0.16 mm (Japanese classification #0.8-#1.2) provides direct contact with the bait.
The coil should be roomy and reliable. The optimal choice is a non-inertial coil of 2000-3000 Shimano classification with a front friction. Multipliers are also popular, especially among fans of trophy fishing, as they allow you to choose the fishing line faster.
| Type of element | Recommended parameters | Appointment |
|---|---|---|
| Main line | Tiger 0.12-0.16 mm | Sensitivity and strength |
| A lead. | Fluorocarbon 0.25-0.35 mm | Hiding the tooling from the fish |
| Coil | 2000-3000 size, 4+1 bearings | Smooth winding and reliability |
| vertebrate | Quality, size 10-12 | Prevention of twisting |
The use of a 0.5-1 meter fluorocarbon leash is mandatory when fishing for careful fish or in clear water, and this material is less noticeable in water and has high abrasion resistance, which is important when in contact with shells or snags.
☑️ Checking the equipment before exit
Furniture, such as turntables and fasteners, must be of high quality. Losing a trophy due to the bursting of cheap "Chinese" fasteners is the most offensive moment of fishing. Use stainless steel products with a bursting load exceeding the load on the main line.
Vertical flare baits
The range of baits for fishing from a boat is extremely wide, and the choice of the particular model depends on the type of fish you plan to catch and the conditions on the pond, the main categories are balancers, vertical splashes and mormy.
Balancers They're active baits that mimic a wounded fish, and when they're thrown up, they make complex horizontal movements that attract predators from a long distance, and they're 5 to 9 cm for perch and pike, and 3 to 5 cm for perch.
Vertical luminaries (cloves, triangulars, pilkers) work mainly on falling, and their task is to play on the reset, flashing the edge and creating acoustic noise. A burst eye Or a shifted center of gravity can completely kill the game of baits, so check the baits in the water bath before fishing.
⚠️ Attention: Never use blunt hooks! At the depth of the cut, the hook goes through a huge layer of fishing line, and a dull sting will just bounce off the fish bone.
Seams for the board ("drawns", "Urals", "nails") are indispensable for catching bream, roach and perch. Often a bundle of the main heavy mormy and one or two additional hooks higher up the fishing line is used, which allows you to catch different horizons of water simultaneously.
Fishing techniques and tactical techniques
The plumb fishing technique from a boat is very different from the shore fishing technique, where the angler does not throw the tackle, but lowers the bait vertically downwards. The main working element is the hand. The movements should be short, rhythmic and amplitude.
The classic wiring is this: a smooth lift of the fishing rod by 30-40 cm, a pause of 2-3 seconds, a sharp but short brush stroke and again pause, and it is at pause that the predator attack most often occurs. Rhythm of the game You need to select experimentally: sometimes the fish is interested only in aggressively jumping bait, and sometimes - barely moving.
The secret of the "shaking hand"
When catching passive perch or perch, try not to flap, but just keep the bait tight and shake your hand finely, which creates high-frequency vibrations that often provoke the fish to attack when other methods do not work.
The most important tactical technique is to constantly search for fish, the boat allows you to quickly change points. If there are no bites on five wirings, change place. Using a sonar makes it much easier to see clusters of fish and the bottom relief.
When you catch a large fish from a boat, you can't pull the fishing rod up high, like on the shore. You need to pull the fish out quickly, not letting it come to its senses, but also without forcing events so as not to break the lip.
Seasonal Features and Safety
Fall fishing is possible all year round, but has its nuances. In summer, the main object of fishing is perch, pike. In winter, when the reservoir is covered with ice, the technique remains the same, but the factors of cold and limited space in the hole are added (if the fishing is not from a boat, but from ice, but the topic of the article is a boat, so in winter this is relevant for southern regions or non-freezing bodies of water).
In windy weather, the boat can be heavily demolished, which prevents the bait from being kept at the fishing point. anchor Or an anchor system called stretching, and without fixing the boat, plumb fishing becomes torment.
- 🌊 In the spring (emphasis) on the pre-spawning jore of pike and perch in shallow bays.
- 🌊 In summer, the pike goes to deep brows and dumps, where sheer flare is required.
- 🌊 In autumn, the fish rolls into the wintering pits, becoming less active, more delicate play is required.
Water safety is priority number one. Falling in the plumb requires concentration, but you must not forget about the surrounding space. Sharp movements of the rod can lead to injury to a boatmate or a hook on clothes.
The key to success is mobility. Don't sit in one place for hours without a cool thing. A boat gives you the advantage of moving around, use it to find active fish.
Always carry spare gear. Breaks when fishing in snags or on a shell happen often. Pre-prepared leashes with baits will save time and not to tie knots in the wind with trembling hands.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can you use spinning to catch in the plumb?
Yes, you can, but only if it is a short spinning (up to 2.1 m) with a test corresponding to the weight of the bait. Long spinnings are uncomfortable due to the risk of hooking the boat and the complexity of working with the brush.
Which line is better for a depth of 10 meters?
Just a wicker cord. A monophilic line at that depth will stretch very much under the weight of the bait and the current, and you just won't feel the careful lick. The wicker will provide the necessary sensitivity.
Do you need a sonar to catch in the plumb?
The echo sounder is not strictly mandatory, but it makes fishing more efficient, allowing you to see the topography of the bottom, snags and accumulations of fish, which eliminates blind fishing.
Why don't fish bite on the balance?
There are several reasons: the wrong size or color of the bait, too active or, conversely, passive play, and also being in the wrong place. Try changing the wiring horizon or switching to a flare.
Which coil to choose for a beginner?
For a start, any non-inertial coil of 2500 size with a good gear ratio and a reliable friction will do. The main requirement is a smooth stacking of the fishing line to avoid beards when casting (although there is no throwing in the plumb as such, but you need to exhaust quickly).