How to choose a coil for microjig and nanojig: size, weight and other parameters

Microjig tackle, in our opinion, should be started by choosing a spinning rod. After the
microjig spinning rod is selected and purchased, the angler faces the question of choosing the appropriate reel for it. The question is very important, since the correct decision when buying a reel in the future will largely depend on how comfortable the spinning player with microjig tackle will be on the shore of the reservoir. You need to prepare for fishing at home – with the acquisition of a theoretical base, the necessary knowledge, and then in the store – with the purchase of a balanced tackle and a set of baits. It is important to approach the choice consciously – we will help you make a choice faster based on our own experience and the experience of colleagues advanced in
microjig fishing .

What to look for when choosing a microjig coil model: characteristics

Ultralight coils, including highly specialized microjig coils, are a very delicate and complex instrument that must be chosen taking into account many important parameters. The first thing to note is that spinning reels are used for micro- and nanojig fishing; multipliers are not intended for casting such small lures. But among the models of meat grinders, as spinning reels are “affectionately” called, the choice is wide, both in terms of manufacturers and a set of important and not very important parameters.
How spinning coils are arranged – with front and rear drag, respectively [/ caption] So, you need to take into account the following characteristics:

• balance coil with blank;
• coil weight and size;
• standard size and capacity / spool depth;
• traction capabilities / power, right next to the gear ratio;
• build quality (you can immediately note the smoothness of the ride, the presence / absence of backlash, the quality of the cord laying, the absence of loops dropping);
• type and quality of friction clutch (friction brake);
• the line layer – how does it work at the right moment, does it not slam spontaneously when casting, winding the line, undercutting;
• the quality of the forestry bearing / roller and the material from which it is made;
• the quantity and quality of bearings used in the mechanisms;
• spool material;
• the presence of an additional spool;
• manufacturer and price tag.

Some characteristics overlap, or are not so important and we will consider them in a complex. https://youtu.be/Mfzr1X3hFCM

Balanced with the letterhead

First of all, you need to choose a specific reel for a specific model of ul-spinning. The blank should be in an equilibrium position at the grip point of the spinning rod, that is, in the area of ​​the foot of the reel attachment to the rod, it should be clearly parallel to the horizon without blockages. If the rod falls to either side (more often to the tulip), there will be no more comfortable fishing. You will have to constantly overcome the resistance of the spinning rod, which will strive to fall vertically to the horizon.

But what about the grip? The type of grip is not so important, since the balance point for the main common types of grip (front, – the leg between the index and middle fingers, the middle – between the middle and ring and back, – between the ring and little fingers) will shift slightly – only 1-2 centimeters … But, in ideal conditions, balance the reel to suit your grip.

Ideal balance – the spinning rod with the installed reel does not fall either to the butt or to the tulip when the index finger is installed close to the post of the reel to the blank. [/ caption]

Coil size and weight

An important characteristic is the size of the coil. According to the accepted Shimano classification, these are coils from 500 to 2500S. But the most popular among microjigits is 1000-1500 size.
Shimano Twin Power 2020 – 1500 size [/ caption]
The size of the reel and the approximate parameters of the line by diameter and the rod according to the test [/ caption] When choosing a reel for a specific spinning rod, it is worth considering this moment. The greater the distance from the point of attachment of the coil to the blank to the nearest input ring, the higher the size of the inertia is allowed. This is due to the fact that if the ring is next to the reel, plus it is installed on a low foot and it is of a small diameter, then there will be a large angle of the braid relative to the blank, which creates a lot of resistance – and this is a decrease in the casting distance and additional wear on both the rings and the line.
Aiko Margarita works quite well with two thousandth reels, one of the arguments is a significant distance between the entrance ring and the grip point [/ caption] That is, roughly speaking, in most cases, the longer the spinning rod, the more the reel is needed. This is not a dogma, there are spinning rods with an entrance ring close enough, in which case the size will be needed more. It is important to maintain harmony and start from balance. Weight is the most important parameter when choosing a microjig coil, which is closely related to the previous characteristic. The balance of the gear as a whole depends on the weight of the reel. High-quality micro-jig rods should be equipped with light, ul-class reels.

Even a heavy, high-quality and expensive reel will not only upset the balance of the tackle, which is physically difficult for a spinning player. If the wrong reel is selected, it can reduce casting distance, tackle sensitivity and overall fishing comfort.

Beginners should not eat too much and achieve perfect balance (if only the spin does not nod its tip). This is not always possible, since it requires a huge fleet of coils, which is financially very painful, and it is inappropriate for a beginner to delve into this aspect in such detail – there are more important points that need to be taken into account when collecting tackle for microjig. We recommend choosing the lightest reels in the chosen size and price range, keeping the minimum comfortable balance with the blank. In the ul-range, most often these are coils with a weight of up to 200-210 grams.

All other things being equal, the lighter the spinning reel, the better!

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Gear ratio and traction capabilities

Educational program. Gear ratio (gear) – the number of revolutions that the spool will make in one turn of the handle. Accordingly, the faster the reel, the more the cord is exhausted in one turn. The lower it is, the more traction the coil is, and the higher it is, the less powerful but fast the coil is in your hands.

The division is conditionally as follows:

• high-speed (having a high gear ratio of 6.1: 1-7.2: 1);
• universal (5.1: 1-6: 1);
• power coils (4: 1-5: 1).

For UL, universal and high-speed non-inertia are used. Classic grinders are good for working at any distance, while allowing you to perform both fast rewinding with aggressive types of animation, and slow lazy uniform stretching. But high-speed meat grinders are good for fishing at long distances, when it is the most remote area at the departure of the worker, and, for example, the last two-thirds of the distance is unpromising from the point of view of fishing. Then fast braiding is required so as not to waste precious time. Also, a quick choice of wattle is needed if a blade of grass hangs on the bait. So, at a long distance – an increased gear, at short and medium distances – a universal classic 5.0 to 1.
For example, the Daiwa 17 Legalis LT 2000D has a gear of 5.2 to 1 and is successfully used in nanojig and microjig.If there is an opportunity to purchase several coils, then it is better to start from the gearbox. For example, for Shimano: a station wagon is a non-inertia with the CS index (for example, shimano 17 ultegra c2000s); and the fast one with the hgs index (for example, shimano stradic c2000hgs).
Shimano 17 ultegra c2000s – classic gear [/ caption]
Shimano stradic c2000hgs – fast transfer [/ caption]

Daiva has new high-speed reels with the XH index, and classic station wagons with LT, C.

Size / diameter / capacity / capacity / spool depth

Not the most important parameter in terms of previous characteristics. Makes sense when choosing a cord. So that the braid in the required footage and diameter climbed onto the spool of the reel. On all modern reels from trusted manufacturers, this parameter is indicated directly on the spool.
In microjig, another problem often arises – the spool is too deep for nano-thin braids and it is necessary to wind the backing. To avoid this, if possible, you should purchase reels with small spools (these go to the Japanese market). https://youtu.be/cFRFD1HWcZ4 Some popular meat grinders are equipped with two spools – deep and shallow. Otherwise, you can buy the spool separately. For microjig, the finer the spool, the better. Such spools and spools can be purchased at foreign sites such as aliexpress and the like.

Friction clutch, its type

The main requirement is the ability to sensitively adjust the friction brake, even when working with the lightest weights and when fishing with the thinnest lines. The friction brake should release the braid not in jerks, but evenly. In this case, the start with a strong jerk of the predator should be instantaneous. Therefore, on microjig coils, it is worth using the front drag – it, a priori, with other things being equal, is more sensitive than the rear one.

Build quality and related characteristics of the elements: mechanism, bearings, spool, line stacker

The build quality directly depends on the quality of manufacture and fit of the constituent elements. Affects the smoothness of the ride, the presence / absence of backlash, the quality of the cord laying, the absence of loops dropping and the braid getting into the most unexpected and unnecessary places – under the spool, under the line roller or between parts of the composite handle. It so happened that there is a pool of proven meat grinders that are devoid of all these drawbacks (see below). The velvet smooth ride also ensures a perfectly assembled mechanism plus the quantity and quality of bearings used
. Mid-range and top-end spinners have from 5 to 12 bearings. In branded meat grinders, a luxury lubricant with the necessary characteristics is used.
Spoolsare made of various aluminum alloys, the collar is coated with titanium nitride so that the cord does not cut grooves in the collar around the spool circumference over time.
The line layer is an important element, the operation of which determines not only the casting range and comfort, but also the safety of the tackle, baits and nerves.
The line roller rotates under the pressure of the coming off line and this rotation must be constant without interruption. For this purpose, top manufacturers install a bearing in the roller with the addition of a special lubricant. The line shackle is made of durable and lightweight alloys.

If there is a discharge of the
bow of the line laying device , such a coil must be abandoned at the initial stage of the selection of the UL of the meat grinder, since it is very dangerous for the tackle, up to the breaking of the cord and breaking the rod.

The
bearing in the line guide roller is placed in high-quality coils – this ensures smooth running and durability of the mechanism [/ caption]

Braiding laying

The most important parameter that you should pay attention to, especially if a budget option is being considered, in which various options are possible. The winding should be uniform and dense, without bumps and depressions, overlapping turns on top of each other. No taper! If this parameter is not met, we bypass such a coil and put a cross on it.
Spools come in different shapes [/ caption]

Our TOP 10 Micro Jig Coils – Ranked as of 2021

Some beginner pilots do not want or do not have the time and desire to delve deeply into all the subtleties of choosing a spinning reel. For them, we have selected a dozen time-tested meat grinders for fishing with mikruhu.

As usual, all ratings are subjective. One spinning player, for example, an inveterate “Diveist”, and the second “Ryobist”. Often, having tried and fell in love with a reel of one of the top manufacturers, a fisherman with stubbornness, worthy of another use, buys subsequent grinders only from the same office. We approached the compilation of the top more consciously, without prejudice, and tried with a minimum of inadequate subjectivism, and relying only on bare facts to make a difficult choice. We took into account the factual and theoretical base, applied our own experience, superimposed reviews of colleagues in offline and on specialized sites, and also put a moment of value in the corner of the table – the rating included coils for microjig and nanojig in different price ranges – top, average cost and budget.

So, the best microjig coils are:

1. Daiwa 17 Legalis LT 2000D is a real practical chance for beginners to fish on a quality flying reel at an affordable cost. Weight 189 grams, gear 5.2: 1, bearings – 5 pieces. The LT concept is the compactness, lightness and strength of several popular Dive reel series. Legalis is one of the best budget microjig fishing reels. Ideal for braiding. The classic transmission makes the Legalis 2000D a versatile all-rounder that can be used by beginners on a budget, but who do not want to fish on cheap China. Of the minuses noted by many experts – not a collapsible knob, which, moreover, has a little backlash. There is no spare spool. The price is 4500-5000 rubles.
2. Daiwa 17’Legalis LT 2000s-xh . Weight – 185 grams. Gear – 6.2: 1. Bearings – 5 pieces. Legalis version with a shallow spool and increased gear ratio. Good long-range throw, fast braiding unwinding. Lightweight and smooth running – a rarity for budget reels. But Daiva was able to surprise. The rest is the younger sister of Legalis LT 2000D. By the way, the coil is so delicate and neat that it is also suitable for girls. The domain of the coil is microjig, nanojig, classic rockfishing. There is no spare spool. The price is 7500-8000 rubles. This is no longer a budget, closer to the average price range.
3. Daiwa 18 Ninja LT is another LT from Daiwa. Weight 215 grams, gear 5.2: 1, bearings – 4 pieces. There is a spare spool. Without delving into innovative technologies, we note the advantages that they gave Ninza – a smooth ride, finely tuned friction, no release of loops, excellent work with thin cords. The price tag is 6000-6500 rubles.
4. Shimano Soare BB 18 C2000SSHG , weight 202 grams, high gearing 6: 1, bearings 5 ​​+ 1 (and the model with the PG index is more viscous with a low gear – more suitable for even lure drive). Materials and solutions are used, which allowed to reduce the weight of Soare as much as possible. It has a perforated spool with a beveled side – this increases the casting distance, while no drop of loops was noticed. Top model, price tag 14,500 rubles.
   1. Shimano Soare bb 2000hgs 13 – Previous generation Shimano high speed spinning reel. Weight 232 grams, gear unit 6: 1, bearings 5 ​​+ 1. Well-known microjig model. Works well under load. Quite old model from 2013, which is evident from the weight and some design decisions. But otherwise, a very high-quality copy, and a worthy predecessor of Soarki, 18 years old, can be found on the forums in good condition, as well as stale copies (withdrawn from sale) in a warehouse at an average price of 6000-8000 rubles.
5. Coil Shimano Stradic c2000hgs– a top solution for advanced micrunners. Weight 200 grams, gear ratio 6: 1, bearings 6 pieces. Gorgeous move and build quality, complete absence of noise and backlash. Long Stroke Spool (elongated spool shape) allowed to further increase the throwing range of the smallest weights. The offset endless propeller to the “higher” position improves the overall balance of the tackle by shifting the center of gravity closer to the base of the blank. And also – Hagane Gear, Hagane Body, X-Ship, Hight Rigidity Rotor – and other technologies for which Shimano is famous. Everything is in Stradik (more details on the manufacturer’s page). By the standards of the entire price range, Stradik has an average cost of 15,500 rubles (you can grab a stock for 13-14k), but it looks like a top-end meat grinder in a perfect assembly with super modern materials.
6. Daiwa 18 Caldia LT (Light & Tough) 2000S . Another LT from Daiva. And this is power and a clearly adjustable braking force. Weight 170 grams, gear 5.2: 1, bearings 6 + 1. A very light reel, several technologies have worked for this parameter – the Zaion Body, the lightweight Aluminum Air Handle, the hollow Air Rotor, the perforated Air Spool, the hollow Air Bail and the Twist Buster II. Highly adjustable and responsive ATD friction clutch. The modern design and perfectly matched elements transform the ordinary fishing tool into a work of art. The cost is from 18,000 to 25,000 rubles. The cost jumps and depends very much on the course. It is worth looking at the forums, there are good suggestions.
7. Shimano 19 Stradic 1000S . Modern solution. At the moment, it is considered one of the best UL class coils from Shimano (not counting the flagship Stells, but we don’t even take them to the top – the price tag is not divine). Weight 185 grams, gear ratio 5.1: 1, bearings 6 + 1. A lot of modern technologies, about which it is better to read specialized reviews. All in all – a lightweight and robust body, durable and pleasant to touch; the elongated spool provides long-distance casting; an ideal move and a clearly adjustable friction clutch (if necessary and with the correct setting, it works on a fish from 20-30 grams, it is checked). 19 Stradic in size 1000 is an excellent option for microjig and nanojig. With a correctly selected rod , the reel works on the smallest weights and gentle bites. The top model and the price is the same from 23,500 rubles.
8. Daiwa Fuego LT 2000S-XH . Weight 185 g, gear 6.2: 1, bearings 6 + 1. Minimum vibration and noise (the lightest is still there) when rotating, smooth running. Recommended for active long-distance fishing for beginners and advanced anglers who are in constant motion. The cost is 8500-9000 rubles.
9. Ryobi Zauber 1000 , weight 280 grams, gear 5.1, bearings 9 pieces. Legendary reel from Ryobi. Smooth running and laying of the cord turn to turn. Lack of weight, – Sauber is strongly knocked out in the negative direction among the meat grinders of his class and in 2021 is no longer in such demand as Daivy and Shimano. The cost is 5000-5500 rubles.
10. Shimano Stella 1000, Daiwa Exist 1000 , and other expensive reels for aesthetes who don’t care about budget. Such options are a little better than those listed above; it looks perfect and works flawlessly. But the price tag of the average for the hospital, overwhelmed by 2-3 times, is embarrassing … but you have to choose. The cost of such options is from 40,000 to 100,000 rubles and more for some copies.

All reels presented in the rating are suitable for fishing with microjig and nanojig lures. They are devoid of serious drawbacks – overlaps, loops dropping, falling of the cord under the spool and the forestry roller and other serious troubles that kill the cord and mood. This is far from a complete list, but you can build on it when choosing a specific model. That is to say, this is the vector in which, in our opinion, a beginner microjigita should think. https://youtu.be/PKpgLxNdVZg

From the author to novice spinningists. The abundance of Dive and Shimano in the rating of microjig coils is no coincidence. Whatever one may say, these are two flagships in the production of tackle for spinning fishing, including ULaytovye. Especially in this sense, the series of modern coils from Dive with LT technology stands out – the optimal budget reel for microjig and nanojig.

In any case, it should be admitted that there is no objectively ideal tackle, like a car, a telephone … and a person. Everything is strictly subjective and individual. If the tackle lies in your hand, it is comfortable for you to catch it and this process is a joy, then everything is done correctly. At least at this particular point in time, because, as practice shows, after a while, with a deeper penetration into the secrets of microjig fishing, you will definitely want something more cool and top-notch.

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