Chub fishing in October

How to catch chub with a spinning rod

The chub is a fish from the carp family and is an inhabitant of freshwater reservoirs. The behavior of the bigheaded fish is different in different seasons, so fishing gear and tactics must be selected accordingly. And the most important thing is to choose a high-quality spinning rod for chub to achieve positive results.

Autumn is not the most popular period for chub hunting, since from the end of summer:

• preferences in the choice of food for this fish change;
• behavioral characteristics change.

On fine autumn days before the cold snaps, spinning fishing for chub with well-chosen baits is still quite possible.

There are several effective techniques on how you can catch a chub using a spinning rod:

• wade through the riffles. With this approach, the fish is not afraid and reacts well to the bait;
• running method, which is suitable for rivers with winding and complex banks.

The chub should be hooked very sharply and then immediately pulled out of its usual habitat.

Fishing by month

Since the weather at this time of year is not stable, the behavior of the chub and, accordingly, the fishing tactics will change.

September

Fishing in September, in fact, differs little from summer fishing. During this period, there are still many insects above the water, the water itself is quite warm, and the chub is active and tireless. You can catch it on the rifts with a spinning rod, primarily with small spinners.

Given his love for beetles, a lure like the “Rattling Beetle” is a must-have in his arsenal. At this time, the chub takes both plant and animal baits on a float rod, primarily beetles and grasshoppers.

October

In October, when the water cools significantly, the chub becomes more and more passive and rolls into deep holes, from which, however, from time to time it also comes out to feed in the shallows. At this time, catching it with a jig, as well as with small recessed wobblers, is especially successful.

They fish with bottom fishing rods almost around the clock; you just need to constantly experiment with baits. It happens that in the same place the chub takes on a worm, then on a maggot, then on a caddisfly larva. It is believed that in October chub are practically not caught using vegetable “summer” baits, but in some places they are successfully caught using cheese and cheese dough.

Tactics for catching chub using a spinning rod

When using a spinning rod for chub when fishing, first study the tactics of catching it. The different preferences of chub depending on the time of year are presented in the table:

Let’s take a closer look at autumn chub fishing.

Spinning fishing

Before catching chub on a spinning rod, you need to choose the right gear. The rod must be light or ultra-light (test 7, 10 or 15 g depending on the depth, flow speed and casting distance). It is recommended to select a spinning reel with a spool size of 2000-2500.

Braided fishing line is best. It has good sensitivity, which allows you to control the wiring and the ability to make timely hooking. In this case, the predator will not see it in the water. Of course, you can also use monofilament fishing line for spinning, but only for short casting distances and provided that the jig fishing technique is not used. The main advantage of such gear is its affordable price, but in terms of performance characteristics it is significantly inferior to braided wire.

The use of monofilament fishing line is only advisable if spinners are used as attachments. If you take a braid for them, it will twist when the petal rotates.

Spinning baits

What do chub bite on in late autumn:

• spinners (spinners and spoons);
• wobblers (cranks, minnows, fats);
• jig baits.

Experienced fishermen most often use spinners and cranks. The former are inexpensive, but the latter show greater effectiveness. As for silicone baits, they are rarely used in November, because... they are ineffective.

What the chub bites on from natural baits:

• various worms;
• bloodworm;
• maggots;
• larvae;
• fry (especially crucian carp);
• small frogs.

The last two baits are used infrequently. However, it is recommended to pay attention to them if the goal is to obtain a trophy specimen. Large individuals readily take such baits.

Rice. 3. Collection of baits for chub.

Autumn chub fishing

In the autumn, it is more difficult to catch chub using a spinning rod than in the summer. There are 2 main times for catching autumn chub using a spinning rod:

• September - early October;
• mid-October - before ice appears on reservoirs.

In September, the fish’s summer feeding is still active, so the chub responds well to bait. Spinning fishermen note the aggressive behavior of the bigheaded fish, which has a positive effect on the September catch.

In October and November, changes in the behavior of fish become more noticeable. The water in the rivers begins to cool, which leads to passivity of the chub. When going fishing with spinning rods in October you should:

• choose clear, windless days, since in cloudy, windy weather it is difficult to catch a big-headed fish;
• carefully select bait for different bodies of water. A sluggish and weak predator in the fall may not “reciprocate” even to the best wobblers and spinners.

Tips and interesting facts

• When catching chub in the fall, you need to remember that in cold water this fish does not move around the water area very willingly. Therefore, it becomes more difficult to attract it with bait to the selected point. For fishing to be successful, it is advisable to carefully choose the place for fishing.
• The most convenient way to catch chub is by fishing from a boat. The watercraft not only allows you to position yourself at any point in the body of water, including at the maximum distance from the shore. By throwing bait into the water from a boat, you can create a clear feeding path, and then release the equipment along it to any distance. All this makes fishing as productive as possible.
• You can include a shock leader in the installation so that you can confidently make power casts without fear of cliffs. When fishing for chub, fairly light feeders are used, so fishermen often do without this element of equipment. However, in the fall, when it is necessary to use heavier installations than in the summer, a shock leader often comes in handy.

This is interesting: Catching chub in November with a spinning rod

Catching chub with wobblers

The autumn chub continues to actively show itself on wobblers. In warm weather, you can continue to use crankbaits with active play. But you should choose larger sizes. If you use cranks, as in the summer, then small individuals will be caught on the hook more often. It’s better to take 40mm ones to catch larger chubs.

Autumn fishing for bass can be complicated due to incorrectly selected bait. Its color matters. To begin with, it is recommended to use rolls that have natural, natural shades. Dark colors are also suitable.

Minnow wobblers perform well with the onset of October cold weather. Even by playing on the most sluggish retrieve, there is an opportunity to stir up the big-headed fish, which no longer wants to actively move behind the cranks. Fishermen often use deep-diving wobblers.

What to use to catch chub in November

November is not the best period for chub fishing. The lobasy becomes as passive and unpredictable as possible, as the water in reservoirs quickly cools. In the central part of Russia, the ice crust is growing faster than in the southern regions. Therefore, the fishermen of the center will most likely not be pleased with a good catch.

However, the use of a modern, high-quality wobbler in natural colors has a positive effect on the catch. You can try spinning jig baits to catch fish.

It is impossible to recommend a specific brand or model of bait. They are selected directly at the fishing site due to the changeable November weather and the type of reservoir. It is not guaranteed that the bait taken for fishing that day will bring a good catch.

Where to look for chub in October

On an unfamiliar body of water, it is important to choose the right promising place for chub fishing in October. Signs of a predator:

• Hard bottom without a thick ball of silt;
• Slow flow. As the temperature drops, the chub begins to avoid fast currents and does not appear in bays with stagnant water;
• Lack of dying bottom vegetation;
• Availability of springs;
• Bottom barriers. Hiding behind snags and boulders, a large chub waits for its prey;
• Pure water.

Feeders for catching chub in autumn

Feeders for catching chub are divided into open and closed. The open feeder is a spring on a lead rod. At the same time, it can slide along the fishing line, or be motionless. If you need to deliver bait instantly to a fast current, then it is better to use large frame feeders.

In fishing stores there is a special ready-made bait for chub. But if there is no suitable option, then you can buy mixtures for roach or bream.

Closed feeders look like a pencil box with holes in it. Food is placed inside, mainly from live ingredients:

• bloodworm;
• maggot.

The weight for the feeders is selected according to:

• with the speed of the current where fishing occurs;
• with the casting range of the feeder.

Places to catch chub using a spinning rod

The chub is a very cautious and timid fish. Not all bodies of water allow you to catch it easily. Frequent habitats of the forehead:

• ponds with stones, various rubble and bushes;
• shady places in the summer, where many other representatives of aquatic fauna teem;
• changes in depth, as well as a change from a fast current to a calm one, and vice versa;
• riffles and barriers, like dams and dams.

Pike perch also choose a similar habitat - just like the chub, they choose places where they can hunt and hide.

Tackle for chub fishing

Successful chub fishing is a consequence of choosing the right fishing rod. Which spinning rod to choose for this fish depends on the behavioral characteristics of the fish.

Light tackle performs well on reservoirs. But classic and ultralight are not popular options for catching chub, since they do not allow for long casting like light. And when catching a chub, this is important, because timid individuals do not allow strangers, spinners, to get close to them. Wobblers and spinners should also fit perfectly into the gear.

Spinning

The spinning rod must match the nature of the lobster’s habitat in order to be guaranteed to catch it.

It happens that you buy an expensive, “sophisticated” spinning rod to catch chub, but you won’t catch a single one. But take another one, and everything will change. Let's consider these options:

Coil

For chub fishing, a reel in which the line is laid efficiently and evenly is important. When catching a big-headed fish, only the inertia-free version of the fishing line is used. Experienced fishermen prefer expensive reels to guarantee both enjoyable fishing and a large catch. And numbered reels are used for maximum comfort.

It is necessary to take into account the safety margin if a large fish is caught on the hook, as well as for the very first contact of the chub with the bait. A friction clutch that can be fine-tuned would also be useful.

Cord or fishing line

The cord and fishing line are suitable for spinning fishing, but with minor nuances and subtleties.

Features of the catch depending on the month of fishing

Changes in the diet of the bighead lead to changes in the habitat and methods of fishing:

• September. This month, the chub begins to move to significant depths, as the water and air temperatures gradually begin to decrease. Consequently, fish activity also decreases. It is optimal to go fishing in the morning, after 9-10, when the water in the reservoir warms up better under the rays of the sun. You can get a good catch in clear weather. It is important to understand here that the chub is a very strong opponent, and therefore the spinning rod must be equipped with a spinning reel with a friction brake. It is recommended to use small-sized wobblers and spinners; it is better to choose monofilament fishing line. When fishing in autumn, it is important to use a fluorocarbon leash 1-1.5 m long.
• October. October hunting is carried out in various bottom depressions; areas under trees and bushes hanging over the water may also be promising places. Peak fish activity occurs around noon. Particularly excellent results are obtained when using heavy rotating spoons, the sizes of which are 00, 0, 1, 2. It is also effective to use wobblers with large depth, conducting them mainly in the coastal zone.
• November. In the last month of autumn, the bighead prefers to live in deep-water areas of the reservoir, being active in the afternoon. Considering that fishing is productive only at a considerable distance from the shore, it is better to use jig baits no more than 4 cm long. You can use both twisters and vibrotails, the main thing is that they are baits of a dark or natural color. In case of a long lull, we can conclude that the target simply does not see the bait, then it is advisable to switch to products of red, yellow or green color, you can try the fluorescent option. Most often, such bright baits are used for catching fish at night or in a reservoir with muddy water.

To catch a large specimen, you must use live bait. Bleak, char and gudgeon are considered especially catchy.

For information! The purest water in reservoirs is observed only in autumn, closer to icing.