Fishing for predatory fish is one of the most entertaining and exciting ways of fishing. It is dynamic, makes the fisherman constantly moving and searching for the best places, keeps him in suspense and gives a huge burst of adrenaline and a lot of positive emotions when the predator finally caught the hook.
Predator gear
The success of such fishing largely depends on the right gear. For example, a correctly selected leash for a predator is already 50% of successful fishing. An important role in narrowing is played by any seemingly trifle. So titanium leads are in great demand among experienced fishermen. For the manufacture of gear use a special titanium wire with high strength. Such a leash is not afraid of the teeth of any river monster, in addition, a titanium leash will save your bait in the event of a hook.
Advantages and disadvantages of gear
Advantages of a titanium fishing leash:
- light weight;
- ease of use;
- elasticity and flexibility of titanium, allowing to reduce the possibility of deformation;
- corrosion protection (titanium does not oxidize in water, so it is not afraid of rust);
- increased strength to withstand the pressure of the jaws of almost any river predator.
Disadvantages of a titanium leash:
- Deterioration of the game of the bait and, as a consequence, a decrease in the frequency of bites.
- When fishing for live bait, the leash is clearly visible in clear water, and the bait itself moves unnaturally.
- High price.
At first glance, it seems that the disadvantages of titanium leashes far outweigh their advantages, but it is clear to any experienced fisherman that it is better to fish out one pike than to get a bunch of unsuccessful bites and lose equipment.
Features of the choice when fishing zander
The choice of gear for zander is largely dependent on the terrain and the reservoir, you can give only the most general recommendations:
- strength;
- braided fishing line that can withstand a load of up to 10 kg;
- inertialess coil;
- strong hook with a sufficiently long forearm;
- good fixation of the sinker at the casting site.
The most commonly used triple swivel when fishing for zander. The main fishing line is fixed on one ear, and the bait on a leash on the other, and the leash with a sinker on the third. At the same time, the swivel must be fixed so that the leash with the sinker is directed downward, and with the bait - to the side.
When choosing material for a leash with a bait, it is considered that the use of titanium in tackle for zander is impractical, but experienced anglers know that it is almost impossible to guess who will fall on your hook. If there is a firm belief that there is no pike in the pond, then you can choose a leash from other, cheaper materials. In other cases, it’s better not to risk it and make secure in case of the biting of a large river predator.
The choice of gear for pike
Pike is perhaps the most desirable and valuable catch for every fisherman. And the point here is not only in its size and strength of resistance, but also in the fact that it is a solitary predator who loves to hunt in such inaccessible places where only an experienced angler can catch it. In such fishing, the experience and skill of a person, correctly selected gear, knowledge of the terrain and weather conditions should come together. And if we can’t change the terrain and weather, then choosing the right gear is our task.
Of particular difficulty when catching pike are its teeth, or rather, its ability to easily bite almost any tackle. And here the choice of material for the leash is of great importance. It should be noted right away that the leash should not be too short, since the pike attacks the bait from the side and very often misses, biting the fishing line. In this case, a short leash will not be able to protect the fishing line from damage. The long version will constantly overlap with the main fishing line and interfere with fishing. The optimal leash length is 15-20 cm.
Pike Leash Material
- Fluorocarbon - almost invisible in the water column, but still not strong enough for pike.
- Kevlar - more durable and ductile, has many advantages, but much more voluminous than other leashes and is much twisted during wiring.
- Titanium is the most successful, as it is very durable and lightweight, does not have a memory.
- Tungsten is quite strong, but at the same time heavy and has excessive memory for deformation.
- Steel or metal - imperceptible in water, it is easily made at home, but it is strongly deformed and has low strength at the joints.
- Wicker - not strong enough and easily noticeable for fish.
- From the string - too hard, with a large memory, not suitable for fishing on a sliding bait.
Of the variety of choices, it can be clearly said that only a titanium leash for a pike is not only too tough for it, but also the most comfortable for fishing for the fisherman.
Making a leash yourself
The main disadvantage of titanium leads is their high cost, so many anglers prefer to make them yourself. In addition, it is nice to fish out strong fish and know that you caught it on a lead made by your own hands.
In order to make a titanium leash, the following materials and tools are needed:
- titanium lead material;
- crimp tubes;
- clasp;
- swivel;
- pliers or pliers.
In the manufacture of a titanium leash on a pike, it is better to purchase long thick-walled tubes: they will better hold the lead material and increase the reliability of the product. Titanium material slides out of the short tube. You should also select the correct diameter. It is better if it is the smallest possible.
Leash manufacturing process
The sequence of actions is as follows:
- Cut the lead material to the required length.
- Pass through the crimp tube and clasp.
- Loop and slide the end of the titanium lead material back into the crimp tube.
- Use a pair of pliers to squeeze it well.
- Proceed with the other end of the material and, if necessary, attach a swivel instead of a fastener.
- Take a ready-made leash and follow the largest river predator in your life!
Conclusion
A wide variety of gear and all kinds of equipment can be misleading even for an experienced fisherman. In order to choose the perfect tackle specifically for yourself, you need to try and try, and various rods, fishing lines, and titanium fishing leashes, and, of course, bait and bait.
Over time, you will get really working gear, you will have “favorites” among the fish, for which you will hunt with the greatest excitement and from which you will enjoy more. In fishing, as in any other business, all knowledge and skills come only with experience. You have already gained a certain amount of knowledge today - it’s not so big: to apply all this in practice.