Fishing for pike with a spinning rod in November

Autumn is coming to an end, the first freeze-up is not far away, and the time for winter fishing is approaching. In some regions, the first strong ice is already standing, and anglers are running along its cheerfully crunching surface with balance beams and spoons.

And in those regions where there is still open water, pike can be caught with spinning rods in the best way in November - you just have to go to good places and catch them with the right baits.

Where to catch pike in November using a spinning rod

Cooling water forces peaceful fish, and then predators, to leave coastal waters. The predator stays in certain places and leaves them very rarely.

The pre-freeze period is good for pike fishing, when the frost has already arrived, but there is no ice yet. At this time, the pike bite on a spinning rod can be very active. The period is short-term and depends on the size of the reservoir. On small reservoirs without a current it is 1-2 days, on reservoirs 3–5 days, on large rivers – a week or more.

The locations for pike fishing with spinning rods in November are:

deep-sea wintering pits far from the shore;
thickets of deep-sea plants and snags;
depths a little more than a meter (rare);
holes at the confluence of rivers;
holes, snags, fallen trees at the turns of steep banks;
exits from reservoir bays into the riverbed;
depth changes.

The choice of reservoir plays a huge role in successful fishing. They start fishing with spinning rods in November on small rivers and lakes, then comes the turn of medium-sized reservoirs. Lastly, they switch to fishing in large reservoirs and rivers that do not freeze for a long time, in which pike stick to depths of more than 5 meters.

Advice! In November, the pike does not need to look for food - food is collected in the same wintering pits where the predator stands, so having found a predator once, you can be sure that it will be there the next time.

Fishing for pike perch in November

When the hunter's goal is pike perch, fishing becomes very exciting. Compared to the two predators presented above, this type of fish is prone to active movement throughout the reservoir. He constantly changes his place in search of food.

It is best to catch pike perch in the last month of autumn at great depths, in those places where they usually gather in a flock, hunt or spend the winter. Another place where a hunter will always find pike perch is where small fish gather.

Fishing is ideal in the morning or evening, because it usually becomes inactive during the day. However, there are professional fishermen who successfully catch pike perch throughout the night, using only donka.

Beginners can try their luck at catching pike perch with a jig, but it is important to choose the right size bait (medium), with a stepped or smooth retrieve. This is due to the fish’s affinity for fast-moving bait; slow bait is not among its interests. Read more about spinning fishing for pike perch in November here.

When to catch pike with a spinning rod in November

November is the harbinger of winter. In many regions, this is the month when ice sets in on water bodies. The behavior of pike this month is determined by weather conditions and time of day. The best weather for fishing is consistently cloudy without strong winds or pressure changes.

In November, unlike in summer, there are days when a sharp rise in pressure upwards with the simultaneous arrival of an anticyclone causes active pike biting on a spinning rod.

In most cases, the best time to catch pike with a spinning rod in November is early morning and late evening. However, there are no rules without exceptions - for inexplicable reasons, there is an active bite even in the middle of the day, especially in small bodies of water.

Fishing in November

The last ten days of autumn give all fishing fans the opportunity to catch perch, pike, asp or pike perch.
In addition, the catch of roach, carp or crucian carp will be a pleasant addition. Depending on the weather and the week of the month, the fish will bite differently. Considering that the first half of November, albeit occasionally, pleases with windless sunny days, amateurs and professionals can get a catch of all types of fish (naturally, taking into account the population in a particular body of water). At this time, predators quickly cut through the surface throughout the entire depth, but the crucian carp sinks as low as possible.

Starting from the second half of November, the weather conditions are no longer so favorable: the temperature is close to zero degrees, it rains, and the atmospheric pressure decreases. At this time, herbivorous fish are no longer caught, leaving the reservoir at the complete disposal of predators.

Spinning for pike in November

To catch pike with a spinning rod at depths, large baits and heavy sinkers are used, so all components of the tackle must be appropriate. In turn, pike, on average, are caught much larger in November than in early autumn and summer.

Which spinning rod to choose for the shore and for the boat

The best spinning rod for autumn pike fishing would be a medium or medium-fast action. Medium action is used with braided fishing line, and medium-fast action is used with monofilament line. In this case, the fishing line or rod will dampen the jerking of the fish.

The rod test depends on the weight of the baits used. In small reservoirs, a test of up to 20 g is enough, and at greater depths of large rivers and lakes, even a test of 30 g may not be enough. When selecting a test rod, it is necessary to take into account that in November large baits are used, which themselves weigh quite a bit.

For coastal spinning fishing, rods with a length of 2.7 m are used, for fishing from a boat with a length of 2.2 m.

Reel, line, leash

For catching large pike with a spinning rod, the best option would be a medium-class spinning reel with a size of 3000 or more. To work with large weights of bait, it is desirable to have at least 5 bearings that can protect the reel from rapid destruction.

It is possible to use a multiplier reel, but it is much more expensive and has only one advantage over a spinning reel - it can work for a long time without breakdowns with large weights.

In clear, cold water, the line should be as inconspicuous as possible. For pike fishing, both monofilament and braided fishing lines are used. For fishing using a jig and a retractable leash, braided line is better suited - it is more sensitive when tapping the bottom. The diameter of the monofilament line is 0.25-0.3 mm, braided - 0.12-0.14 mm.

The leashes are soft, made of tungsten. The clasps on the leashes are small but strong. A 0.3-0.4 mm fluorocarbon line is perfect for a retractable leash.

Lures for pike in November

Most often in November, pike bite from the bottom. Therefore, it is necessary to use bottom baits for fishing, which are selected according to the depth of the reservoir. But what is the best way to catch pike in November:

Oscillating spinners.
Wobblers.
Silicone and “edible rubber”.
Dead fish.

Advice! Preference should be given to baits of at least 8 cm - in November, pike prefers to catch one large fish, instead of chasing several small ones.

The best lures for pike in November

The best spinners for catching pike in November with a spinning rod are medium and large oscillating spinners. Spinner baits such as castmaster work great at great depths. The good old Atom, as well as Williams and KuusamoProfessor spinners, show good results.

Wobblers for pike in November

Most often in November, sinking or neutral wobblers are used. For fishing at depths of up to 5-6 m, “minos” with a working depth exceeding a meter are used. To ensure a confident dive and give the ability to work at the very bottom, the wobbler is loaded with a “Cheburashka”, and the wiring is used in steps.

Silicone and edible rubber

Silicone spinning baits in November, especially if the first frosts have appeared, often lose their effectiveness on small rivers and lakes. Biting on rubber continues on large rivers, lakes and reservoirs, especially at great depths. On such reservoirs, a large jig is bait No. 1. Foam fish and mandules are also used for pike hunting in November.

The color of the bait can play a decisive role. Very often these are the brightest colors - “acid colors”.

Catching pike in November with live bait and dead fish.
Live bait or dead fish work as good bait on a spinning rod in November. To use this bait, various tackles are used on a retractable leash. Tackles based on two double hooks work best. Fish on such rigs can withstand up to ten casts.

Rotating spoons are practically not used for spinning fishing in November.

Perch fishing in November

At this time of year, perch is excellently caught both in clear water and on a surface slightly covered with a crust of ice.
However, the fisherman should remember that in November schools of perch have already formed in a large population and move at a sufficient depth. The question of choosing bait remains relevant, and here wobblers show the best results. They must be sinking, medium-sized, equipped with jerk wiring. Fishing for perch in November is both made more difficult and easier by the clarity of the water, so jig lovers are advised to use dark-colored rubber lures.

This species of fish hunts mainly during the daytime. It is preferable to take it at dawn, but you can try your luck at lunchtime. The perch is no less active before sunset. Weather plays a significant role and significantly affects the catch. If you don’t want to return empty-handed, then you need to wait until the weather is relatively warm in November and the atmospheric pressure does not fluctuate.

Fishing techniques and tips

With each new fishing trip, anglers accumulate their own experience of fishing in certain types of water bodies and in certain conditions. However, there are general recommendations for November:

in addition to constantly searching for “tasty” bait, it is necessary to constantly select and vary the wiring, look for predator sites;
when placing all types of baits, pauses must be taken;
In a good bite, sharp and fast wiring is used, in a bad bite, smooth and slow;
for deep-sea wobblers and poppers, the best wiring is multi-speed twitching;
For fishing along the coastal edge, the fan method is well proven, when casts are made sequentially at 10, 20, 30, etc. meters;
as freeze-up approaches, pike bites become fewer, but the specimens are larger;
pike in November stay in the depths and not on the edges;
every 5-7 casts, if there is no bite, you need to change the bait;
in cold water, in order to maintain its vital functions, the pike is forced to save energy on searching and chasing food, so bites often occur when the spoon falls into the water or during pauses in the retrieve;
When fishing in November, you should not neglect your own health - clothes should be warm, waterproof and comfortable.

Catching pike in November with a spinning rod is not only possible, but also necessary. This kind of fishing requires a certain change in fishing psychology and careful preparation. In return, she brings trophy specimens of pike and, most importantly, positive emotions.