For beginner “pre-spinningists”, who for the first time decided to master the most sporty and exciting way of sport fishing, spinning fishing raises many questions and this is not surprising. Too many blank spots for inexperienced anglers – incomprehensible terminology, incomprehensible solutions and advice, incomprehensible approaches and someone else’s experience only confuse intimidatebeginners and discourage spinning. It is impossible to grasp the immensity. Fishing for spinning professionally / semi-professionally is not so easy – one desire is not enough. But at the basic level, spinning fishing is subject to anyone. Without going into the jungle, in an understandable and accessible language even for beginners, we will try to tell you how to fish correctly on spinning – from the entry point “first wish” and collecting the first blank / basic set of baits, to going ashore, finding a promising point for casting, post and playing out.
Using our experience and knowledge, we will try to help novice anglers avoid typical mistakes at the initial stage of becoming a spinning player. This will save you money, time and hassle.
A philosophical view of spinning and fishing in general – a lyrical curtsy
Spinning has its own philosophy; it stands out among other methods of fishing. Feature in sportiness, activity and entertainment. This is what attracts hundreds and thousands of men and women (!) In a number of spinning players. But in order not to be disappointed at the initial stage, it is worth knowing the basics, without which fishing, and especially spinning, will not bring either pleasure or results. Whatever one may say, but although fishing is an exciting process, but if you can’t get away from zero over and over again, it strains the psyche, and an exciting hunt turns into a nervous beating of the water with various baits. How can beginner spinning players avoid this? This will be discussed further. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMKdiClpCGE
Collecting a spinning rod for the first fishing
It is certainly worth starting with the choice of all the components of the tackle for the future spinning – blank (rod, reel, cord, connecting accessories).
How to choose a spinning rod – so inexpensive, but not terrible
A few introductory points:
A beginner spinning player most often has to fish from the shore, and we will build on this when choosing a rod.
Since, most often, a beginner does not yet know exactly where (type of water area, depth) and what kind of fish he will have to catch (type, size), we will proceed from the universal components for the middle latitudes of the Russian Federation and the CIS.
At the initial stage, you should not buy expensive tackle and bait. You can catch a predator with tackle of a medium price range, but disappointment from spinning fishing, along with the big sum spent, can be depressed.
The length of the spinning rod is selected based on the fishing conditions, as well as the anthropometric data of the fisherman. Our opinion is a versatile coastal fishing for angler 1.7-1.9 meters tall – a spinning rod 1.9-2.4 meters long.
It is believed that fishing from the shore requires a longer rod than from a boat. In general, this is true, but the reality and practice are different. So, it is extremely difficult for a beginner to master the length of more than 2.4 meters, and it is not necessary! This is especially true of our rivers – where each bank is dotted with bushes and trees, when you have to catch literally making your way through the thickets. That’s when the benefits of shorter forms come to light.
https://youtu.be/0E9riFSAjFc According to the materials, the forms are:
Carbon (carbon fiber) . Modern lightweight, tear-resistant, but brittle to impact blanks. Top of the pyramid of quality spinning rods (especially high modulus graphite rods). The main disadvantage is high cost and fragility.
Fiberglass . Relatively cheap. Quite strong and tenacious. Minus – heavy, not as sensitive as composites.
Composite . A mixture of the first and second options. A kind of universal, but, like everything in life, you find somewhere, somewhere you lose. You need to watch starting from a specific “stick”.
For a beginner, we recommend choosing either fiberglass or a composite blank. Especially it is worth paying attention to the used models, which are often sold by more experienced spinners who switch to expensive carbon models. Spinning blanks are telescopic and composite(one or two private traders, rarely more). The first option is almost always fiberglass. It is the best option for a fishing beginner in general. It is compact, durable, always ready for action and is suitable for the weekend angler. I threw it into my backpack, jumped on my bike and went to the river / lake. If you are an experienced angler, for example, a bottom fishing rod, who wants to master a more sporty method of fishing, then it is quite possible to purchase a plug rod. But keep in mind that such a rod is less compact and more difficult to deliver safe and sound to the pond. Telescopic spinning rod [/ caption] Plug rod [/ caption] By classblanks can be – ultralight, light, medium, medium-heavy and heavy. To begin with, you should choose a light rod with a test of 2-15, 5-21 grams. This is a universal form that allows you to work with most of the main classes of lures that should be mastered by a novice spinning player in central Russia – spinners , silicone, light wobblers.
Interesting to know! On any more or less high-quality blank, the test is indicated by the weight of the cast lures (in grams or ounces) and by the recommended line / line (in grams or libres). Competent selection of the line to the blank will not only allow you to throw the bait as far as possible and make high-quality animation, but also avoid rod breakage.
Build your first spinning rod, it is better to choose fast or very fast (fast and ultrafast). This is the best option for fishing with wobblers, jigs and spinners.
Coil selection
The basic rule when choosing a coil is that it must match the blank both in type and size. For a light rod with a test of 5-21 grams, this will be a spinning reel 2000-2500 according to the generally accepted Shimano classification. Also, the weight of the coil should be selected so that the following balance is observed, as in the photo:
It is worth paying attention to coils from trusted manufacturers – Spro, Daiva, Shimano. They fit the line well, have a smooth ride, are durable and reliable. This is the element that even a beginner spinning player should not save on, because it is very easy to get disappointed when getting permanent beards on casts and breaks when playing a predator, due to the friction clutch that is not a priori adjustable.
A good reel must be sure to lay monofilament or monofilament very evenly, turn to turn, otherwise fishing turns into torment.
Better to save money on a rod than on a reel!
Selecting and winding line / line
Extendable mono lines and non-extensible cords are available for the spinning player. It is difficult to answer which is better or worse. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. Braids are more in demand among modern spinning players due to the fact that they allow you to make better animation, are responsive to any touch of fish and make it possible to hook a predator in a timely manner with the necessary force – from a light jerk for a perch to a forceful one for a gristly pike perch. With mono, this is simply not possible. At the same time, cords are more prone to tangling and loosening of loops, especially for soft options. Well, the price is incomparably higher. Often two interchangeable spools are included with the reel. For beginners, we recommend winding the monofilament and cord on different spools. Test yourself in battle – the more convenient it is to fish in certain conditions,so and start catching. Diameter and unwinding are matched to the blank test and spool depth (all data are indicated on the rod and reel, respectively). The winding of the cord and fishing line must be done 1-2 mm before reaching the side of the spool, in order to avoid problems during casts – mustache, beards, overlaps for the tulip. https://youtu.be/sHf4qDIh-s8
Life hack! To prevent the blank of the wound line from turning on the spool, it is worth winding the backing / lining from a ring of rubber, tape or thin electrical tape. Thanks to this lining, friction increases, which eliminates unnecessary problems.
Clutch setting
An important point that newbies often forget. We adjust the friction clutch in such a way that when the cord gives up at a rather tangible load – 70 percent of the maximum. The setting is made taking into account the friction of the braid on the rings. That is, we set it up on the assembled tackle and at an angle, and not on a straight rod cord.
Additional accessories
You will also need fasteners, swivels (especially important when fishing with spinning lures), winding rings, leashes made of various materials (fluorocarbon, twisted string, wire for frames, leash materials). In more detail and clearly, how to collect all the components into one tackle on the video (we wind the cord, knit the leash and attach it to the main braid): https://youtu.be/h7EByGD2arE Option for attaching the bait through a swivel and knotless [/ caption]
Starter Lure Kit for Beginners
This is where even a sophisticated fisherman can get confused. Variety is both pleasing to the eye and frightening. Our advice is not to spray, do not rush to extremes and choose a set of baits for your tackle. In the arsenal, you should have spinners ( spinning and oscillating ) – this is the first class of bait that you should pay attention to. Follow the links above to find the most working and versatile spinning and oscillating lures. It is worth starting with such lures – they are the easiest to “train”, the most understandable for a beginner spinning player. Mepps lures [/ caption] We recommend purchasing several different sizes of spoons and rotors in several different variations – we select the weight for the blank, the size for the intended object of fishing and the type of reservoir. It is also worth purchasing several types and sizes of silicone baits – twisters, rippers, worms. Read more about the choice of rubber for perch here , but it is also suitable as a universal recommendation. Hard editing [/ caption] And finally, it is worth purchasing several types of wobblers. You should not immediately rush and buy expensive Japanese wobblers. You can get by with quality replicas from Spro, Kosadaka, Lucky John and others. It is also worthwhile to scratch the specialized forums at the time of the BU purchase (in the same place, read reviews and the nuances of using a particular model) Yo-Zuri L-Minnow – we recommend it as one of the first wobblers for beginners [/ caption] First out on the water – we take 2-3 turntables in standard sizes 1-3 on Meps, a couple of silicones and weights from 3 to 8 grams to them, 2-3 rolls of a roll and a minnow of 3-7 cm and weighing in the region of 6-10 grams. Enough for a start! You will understand, feel, fall in love with one or two types of baits, and then “grow” can.
How to spin fishing – the first time on the water
And now you are on the pond for the first time. Where to go, where to go and how to apply the bait to the fish.
What they catch on spinning
The main predators that a beginner catch:
perch;
Pike;
zander.
Less often:
chub;
asp;
ide.
Choosing a fishing spot
This is a rather broad and complex question. The predator needs its own approach to each water area, season. General recommendations, rather conditional, but you need to start somewhere:
Watch experienced spinners where and how they fish.
You are looking for any changes in the topography and nature of the bottom, in the course – depth differences, edges, turns and rifts, return flows.
Large fish love pits and pits.
Grass perch and grass pike are often found near water lilies, nettles and other underwater vegetation.
It is worth looking for a chub at the edge of a fast and slow current, on rifts, in pits under overhanging bushes and trees.
Any underwater obstacles are the place where the predator stands, where he rests and waits for the gaping fry of roach or silver bream. These are ridges of stones, an island of vegetation, a snag, a fallen tree, a sharp turn, a bend in the coast.
In autumn, the fish rolls down to the deepest parts of the reservoir. Curbs, pits and pits. The main bait is a jig.
How to throw a spinning rod correctly – a visual photo and video
The main types of casts that are applicable in spinning:
Side . The most versatile method used in most cases. It also gives sufficient accuracy and range, we recommend starting with mastering this method. For accuracy, it is important to learn how to release the bait in time for free flight – to choose the right hand position for this.
From under the arm (pendulum) . For the most confined conditions – among thickets, if the casting trajectory is limited both from above and on the sides, as well as, if necessary, apply the bait clearly to a hard-to-reach target. The downside is that the bait is not far away, but often this is not required in such conditions.
Over the head (variation over the shoulder) . Long-range method, but suitable only or in completely clean areas – beaches, fields. Or, if fishing occurs when there is a narrow clean vertical strip – most often among the bushes, there is a high probability of planting bait in the crown in the trees.
With two hands . Power casting: Used on powerful two-handed blank models, usually not available with one-handed.
We recommend that you master the casting technique on land, using a weight-head without a hook in a mass of 6-10 grams – the optimal weight for light tackle. This will avoid unnecessary hassle and loss of baits. We draw a circle visually at a distance of 15-20-30-40 meters and try to get there with different types of casting. A mown meadow, a beach will do. This is one of the times when it is better to see than hear. It is difficult to explain all the nuances of the technique on the fingers, it will still come out clumsy and incomprehensible. Recommended for viewing – how to throw a spinning rod for a beginner: https://youtu.be/5GdcZ__IXG4
Fishing with spinning from the shore almost always implies the presence of thickets of vegetation. This should be taken into account when casting, so as not to break the blank and “catch” the crown of the tree with an expensive bait.
Wiring / animation types
After the bait has landed on the water, it is necessary to close the bow of the reel, choose the arc of the line, which is almost always formed due to the wind. Then let the bait sink either to the bottom or to the required posting horizon. We put the rod at an angle to the trajectory of the drive (in a horizontal or vertical plane), but not in line with the line. And then we select the type of wiring:
Spinning fishing with lures involves even fishing with or without pauses. The turntables are on the verge of petal failure, the vibrators are as slow as possible.
The technique of fishing with wobblers involves the use of twitching – various jerk leads and their variations.
The step is used when fishing with jig lures. Jig wiring can be either with a knock on the bottom, or with dragging along it, or it can be animated in the water column.
American – a step with a rod can be used when using large jig lures.
Types of bait wiring [/ caption] The specific type of animation needs to be selected for the bait, preferences and type of predator and some other factors that are learned with experience and time. https://youtu.be/K9bfcYvWoGM
What difficulties may lie in wait for a beginner
Among the main problems, especially relevant for a beginner, are hooks on underwater and surface obstacles, fishing in strong winds, an incorrectly tuned friction clutch and problems associated with this.
Situation one – hook under water
In no case do we use power movements with a rod or a reel – this is fraught with breakage of both, and a lure located at a short distance can shoot at the angler – which is very traumatic. The way out is to use a cut, where possible, if this is not possible. then you should wind the cord around the stick / plastic bottle in several parallel turns and smooth !!! with a pull, try to free the bait from the flail. It’s better to lose one bait than the whole tackle in general, isn’t it? https://youtu.be/XfljQXmZlhg As a separate, frequently encountered option – a hook on water lilies. In this case, short relatively sharp twitching of the line by the rod is permissible – the root breaks and the bait is released.
Hook on a tree / bush
Catching a predator on a spinning rod is often accompanied by beginners casting into the crown of a tree or a large bush. In this case, the result will almost always be a tangling of the line in the branch, when the bait can even hang in free fall. In this case, you cannot simply pull with a rod at all. Since the weakest element – the knot on the fastener is below the point of the chain. There are two options – to climb a tree or cut it as high as possible.
In no case should you break it off with jerks! It is traumatic for both the tackle and you!
Catching in the wind
Windy weather leads to the previous situations even with experienced spinners. To avoid problems, you can wait out the most stormy peak. It also helps the side cast as low as possible in relation to the water, in which the loop of the braid is blown out as small as possible. Also make allowances for wind when choosing the intended landing site for the bait. A line loop over a row of water lilies or a row of coastal shrubs is a big problem and can ruin your entire fishing trip.
Additional equipment
If you have made it clear that spinning fishing is your confession, then we recommend that you replenish your arsenal not only with new tackles and baits, but also with the following devices and uniforms:
landing net (pickup) – especially important when fishing from high coastlines;
extractor for extracting bait from the mouth of a pike;
vest for placing boxes with bait, wire cutters, spare spools and other little things;
wading – for wading;
nippers for working with fishing line / cord;
lipgrip for capturing fish;
Polarized glasses cut glare from the water on a sunny day and allow you to see underwater obstacles and better conduct the bait.
In order not to be disappointed in spinning fishing, you should not immediately rush after a trophy pike or asp. Start with the perches and the ubiquitous grass pike – feel the taste of success, feel the bite and resistance of a predator. Also, do not start with expensive and delicate tackle – expensive Japanese blanks and reels, ultra-thin cords and expensive wobblers for 20+ USD apiece. Gradualness and moderation is the path to becoming an accomplished real spinning player.
