Blind installation of match equipment
The simplest type of installation, it is better for beginners to start with it, as it is easier to learn, the tackle flies better and gets tangled less. What is meant by the concept of blind installation is when the float is firmly fixed to the main fishing line with the help of a special fastening.
Float mount
You can fish with a blind rig at a depth of 70 cm to 2.5 m, and if the weather is calm, then even 3 m. The advantages of blind mounting a match fishing rod are that the depth is fixed, and when the float rests on the water, the fishing line does not pass through hole of the sliding fastening and is not subject to friction, due to which the tackle often sinks to the bottom for quite a long time, as a result of which it is necessary to make the loading of the float heavier, and when fishing at shallow depths, the fish behaves too carefully and reacts negatively to rough equipment, therefore, the lighter tackle, the less careful the fish and the better the bite.
Blind rig for fishing close to the shore
Blind installation of match equipment requires the use of thin monofilaments with a diameter of up to 0.16 mm; a larger diameter is not worth taking, but if anyone has doubts that he will be able to cast such a thin equipment and not break it when casting, then it is better for him to use a shock- leader (line 0.2-0.22 mm thick). In order to properly tie a shock leader, use the article on how to tie fishing knots .
Match-blind-float long cast
Its length will be equal to two lengths of the rod itself plus a margin of half a meter, that is, when we cast, we should have a couple of turns of the shock leader left on the reel, then the entire load falls on it.
Float mount
As a rule, it consists of two cambrics and rigid fasteners (a carabiner and two sticks). First, we pass the fishing line through the cambrics, we fix one end of the stick with the first cambric, and then we make two turns along the axis where the swivel is attached, and fix the second end of the stick with the remaining cambric. There are more advanced fastenings that have a special groove for the fishing line, where we can wrap it around it and lock it. We make turns so that the float itself does not move from its place when casting.
Correct loading of the float
Since this fishing is aimed at peaceful fish, you should definitely use grazing bait. The blind mounting of a match fishing rod is designed for the use of floats weighing up to 12-14 grams. Basically, floats for match fishing have their own weight and we just need to add a few grams so that the float is set to the desired depth. When loading a float, we should not concentrate the weight at one point, using one heavy pellet, we need to collect several weights, from larger to smaller. For example, we put a pellet weighing 0.5-0.4 grams as the main load, two pellets weighing 0.25 grams, and a couple of small pellets as backup pellets (weights weighing 0.08-0.1 grams). The main loads create a mass that will work against the fall. The distance between the main load and the shedding weight is 25-30 cm; the shepherd weights are located near the leash or directly on it. The length of the leash should not exceed the distance between the main loads and the under-grazing. The leash is secured by loop-to-loop assembly or with the help of a swivel.
Installation of equipment for fishing on a match rod
Fishing for crucian carp with a match is mainly carried out in the bottom horizon. If fishing is not interfered with by the ubiquitous bleak and small rudd, then it is better to place the main olive weight under the float, and place the remaining pellets evenly along the fishing line, leaving a sub-weight near the loop for the leash. This placement of the weight allows the bait to sink to the bottom most realistically, which has a positive effect on the bite.
If, immediately after casting, the bait is attacked by bleak or rudd, then the base of the load will have to be shifted towards the hook. This will allow the bait to quickly pass the upper horizons of the water, but the bait will also sink to the bottom more sharply. A similar technique is used when catching crucian carp from great depths.
In general, by distributing the load along the line, you can change the dynamics of the behavior of the bait when diving. If the depth allows, the olive can be placed one and a half meters from the hook, and the pellets can be smoothly distributed below. This will allow you to quickly break through the upper horizons, but the bait will sink to the bottom slowly and naturally.
When installing the equipment, it is important to note that the olive must be placed under the float at a distance greater than the length of the float. Otherwise, the float will regularly hit the weight, which will lead to its damage.
Sliding installation of match equipment
It is used when the depth of the fishing spot is more than 3.5 m. The weight of the gear itself is greater, but at depth the fish is less careful.
For sliding installation, special bushing carabiners are used, which have small through holes for the fishing line, since the match has very small rings and we have to use small stoppers. Ideally, stoppers should be made from fishing line; they create less resistance when leaving the rings and less runout in the rings. Sleeve carabiners come in several types: plastic, fluoroplastic or brass sleeve. For more information about the various methods of attaching a float, read the article on how to attach a float to a fishing line.
Mount for sliding float
Float shipment
Sliding installation of match equipment is aimed at heavier floats weighing from 15 grams. and higher, as a result, a fishing line is required with a thickness of 0.2 mm or more. The thickness of the fishing line must be chosen depending on the size of the fish you are going to catch.
In order to pass the bottom layer faster, we remove a certain number of washers and replace them with the main load and fractions. For example, you can take as a basis that for 1 m depth you need 0.8-1 g. shipment, then for fishing at a depth of 5 m the weight of the shipment will be 4-5 grams. Why don’t we use only the main load, but also put on pellets (as a rule, from largest to smallest)? Because in windy weather, when our float begins to be blown away by the waves, we can move some of the pellets to the underflow, thereby making it heavier and slowing down the movement of the float.
Sliding installation
Marking methods
After we have chosen the fishing spot and fed it, we need to mark the distance to the chosen spot. As you know, when match fishing we cast so that the tackle flies over the fishing point and then we reel it in. In order for us to know where to stop when rewinding, we need to use a marker pencil for the fishing line, and if the fishing line is dark in color, then we will need a white marker, if it is light, then a dark one. After we have found the fishing point, we reel in the fishing line so as to remove the slack and apply a meter-long mark from the reel with a marker, then we wait for it to dry and begin to fish, not forgetting to periodically update it during the fishing process, since the mark will be erased.
How to choose the right tackle and reel? Video about match fishing rod
To prevent the formation of a “beard” at the time of casting, it is necessary to follow some rules when choosing gear. For match fishing, there is a special fishing line with a diameter of 0.18 - 0.20 mm, which will be the ideal solution. A thinner line will deform and wear out faster, and its reliability is insufficient for fishing using this method.
There are no strict restrictions regarding the coil. Any type of match reel will do. The length of the rod should be between 4.50-4.80 m, and its weight should be from 10 to 30 g.
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The concept of match gear
If the fish is far enough from the shore, then you can get it either using bottom equipment, or by significantly weighing down some of the existing elements (using a float or sinker). In this case, it will become not only heavy and insensitive, but also bulky.
If the fish behaves cautiously, then when it bites it will feel resistance. Feeling this, your failed catch will move away from the suspicious bait
This float was named Wagler. It became the basis for new equipment when fishing in calm water. Subsequently, its design became more complicated, and specialized models began to appear.
As a result, match fishing has become widespread throughout the European continent, thanks to its simple, reliable and catchy gear.
Main settings
It makes sense to use match tackle when the casting range is at least 20 meters
In this case, it is worth paying attention to:
- Using a float (which weighs approximately 5 grams). It allows you to make accurate long-distance casts even with a side or head wind, the strength of which sometimes reaches 5 m/sec.
- Using a bite. It is best to use match gear when the sun is to the side or behind the angler's back. In this case, the bite is much more noticeable.
- Choosing the rod length. It should be selected based on the fishing conditions and the fish being hunted.
Gear device
The main components of a match fishing rod:
- rod;
- coil;
- main line;
- float;
- several pellet sinkers;
- leash;
- hook.
A match rod is a multi-legged plug or telescopic blank with a reel seat and guides. Its length can range from 3 to 7 meters up to 4 meters long are most often used .
In match fishing,
spinning reels are used , which allow long casts of light equipment.
The fishing lines used are monofilament . The best choice for catching the carp family for a match is a thin and heavy sinking line, quite elastic, without a memory effect.
In match fishing, special floats are used , which are distinguished by their large weight (a weight is attached to the lower part of the float) and good aerodynamic properties. They allow you to deliver bait to the fishing point, making long casts.
Several weights - pellets - are placed on the main line below the float . The length of the leash and the thickness of the fishing line for it, as well as the size of the hook, are selected based on the fishing conditions, the bait used, the size and activity of the fish.
Blind and sliding equipment
The float can be fixedly fixed on the fishing line (blind equipment) or be able to slide along it between two stoppers (sliding equipment, slider).
The first option is used when fishing at relatively shallow depths, not exceeding the length of the rod. For example, with a four-meter blank, using a blind rig will be the best option when fishing at a depth of up to three and a half meters.
In a blind rig, the float is attached to the fishing line using one or two cambrics.
In a situation where the depth at the fishing point is greater than the length of the blank, the use of blind equipment will lead to difficulties when casting and retrieving. In this case, sliding equipment : a sliding float is located on the line, and a stopper is located above it.
