Salmo is one of the companies that is known to both professional hunters and fishing enthusiasts. Salmo spinning rods, in reviews of which they are noted for their availability for anglers with different capabilities, are also distinguished by the quality of rods and accessories and an extensive lineup.
About company
For the first time, the name Salmo sounded in the distant eighties, and more precisely in early 1988. Initially, the company was engaged in the sale of fishing gear. After some time, its own production of fishing gear was also organized. In 1991, the company changes its status and is already called Salmo Limited, begins to actively engage in wholesale sales and continues to develop the production of wobblers. During this period, international relations are formed with the Baltic countries, as well as contracts for the supply of fishing tackle to the EU countries: Sweden, Germany and Finland. Deliveries to Russia began in 1993. Two years later, by signing an agreement on the release of fishing rods and reels under the Salmo brand with Korean firms, the company reached a new level. Salmo has about 29 brands that are brands. Representatives of this company work in Russia, Belarus, the Baltic states and Ukraine. Salmo spinning rods, reviews of which have always been taken into account when developing new models, are produced at the best enterprises in the world, including Japan and the USA. Every season, the company pleases its customers with advanced technologies and all kinds of new products.
Spinning Salmo
The bits of this company are considered to be its pride, made of modern materials (metal, plastic, glass fiber, fiberglass) and are a solid and reliable design, while having a low weight.
A rather large assortment of fishing rods allows you to satisfy even the most sophisticated tastes of a huge number of anglers for different types of fishing. These are the following types:
- Spinning.
- Trolling.
- Floaters.
- Picker.
- Telescopic with rings.
- Match. These rods float tackle far from the coast. They consist of three elbows, length - from 3.6 to 4.8 m, several access rings. The budget series is represented by the Supreme line, and the expensive one - Elite, Diamond.
- Cyprinids. The rods have a small length, the original installation of the handle, rather large pass rings. The design contributes to long-range casting and withstands resistance of carp when fighting. There are parabolic spinning rods, universal and for long casts, as well as shortened specimens for fishing in difficult conditions (hard-to-reach spots) and using a float. Universal sticks are used for fishing on ponds, rivers and lakes. There are three types of them: light, medium and heavy. A thinner form for parabolic spinning rods, they are mainly used in reservoirs with a clean bottom. They are especially good for beginner hunters. Long range sticks have fast action, they are used in difficult conditions.
- Feeder. In production, high-quality material is used, regardless of whether it is a budget or an elite model. Rods are designed for bottom fishing, upper knees with different stiffness tips.
- Surf. The company produces this type of sticks in plug-in design. There are also telescopic specimens. All models have a spaced-shape handle. Power rods with powerful blanks, long, withstand heavy bait.
Characteristics
The company produces jigs for installing multiplier and inertialess reels. Depending on the number of sections, they are:
- telescopic;
- plug-in;
- non-separable.
Depending on the price category, different materials are used in the production of forms:
- carbon fiber for an expensive fishing line: Diamond, Elite, Grand;
- composite for the Supreme series of the middle price category;
- fiberglass for Taifun models, which belong to the budget series.
However, it should be noted that all the materials from which the fishing gear of the Salmo brand are made are of high quality and have excellent characteristics.
The company produces several types of plug rods, which differ in the connection of the knees:
- Over Streek - the upper knee is put on the upper.
- In Streek - the upper is worn on the lower knee.
- Spigot Joint - inserts made of carbon fiber are used to connect the knees.
Fork rings are also found with three types of inserts:
- durable - FUJI SiC;
- less durable - SiC, but have excellent quality and reliability;
- simple - made of ceramics for fishing with monofilament fishing line.
The rods also differ in the armament of the blank with rings. For the installation of multiplier coils of rings in stock more. Use cork, neoprene or a combination of materials to make Salmo spinning sticks. User reviews recommend using a bit with a handle made of neoprene, due to the longer service life.
Salmo spinning range
Salmo Elite:
- Jerk - spinning fishing for large bait and jerkbaits.
- X Twitch is a fast twitching twill bit .
- Jig - light stick for jig fishing, fast action.
Salmo Diamond series rods have a medium-fast action. At this manufacturer, the design of each series of spinning rods is designed for specific fishing conditions, including jerkbaits, which are wooden or plastic bait for jerking. Light sticks are equipped with a very sensitive head. You can choose a compact fishing rod for travel.
Spinning Team Salmo
This series has been produced since 2013, engineers from Korea took part in its development, and in addition, renowned athletes and fishermen helped.
Models are made of high quality Japanese and Korean carbon fiber and equipped with fittings from manufacturers such as Fudji and Kigan. Those who have tried the practice of Team Salmo spinning rods in reviews of them recommend making them permanent companions on any hunt.
Spinning Salmo Treno
This line of rods will interest all lovers of fishing with wobblers, jerking wiring, twitching. The length was about two meters, but despite this size, it has excellent throwing qualities. The thick blank is made of high modulus graphite and gives spinning strength and the possibility of good hunting for predators using jerk wiring. Build fast and super fast. The high modulus of elasticity has carbon fiber, from which the bit is made. The coil holder is located on the whip. Spinning Team Salmo Treno Reviews masters come down to the following:
- light weight;
- fast build;
- hard form;
- it is possible to jerk from top to bottom in a vertical plane;
- good throwing characteristics when using different bait;
- highest sensitivity.
Salmo Treno spinning (the reviews were given above) is recommended by professionals for pike fishing with jig baits and large wobblers, as well as for jigging pikeperch using bait weighing no more than 30 g. In general, it can be argued that this line of spinning rods is specially designed for hunting predators . The Salmo Treno rod is one of the best poles with excellent features that allow you to instantly respond to any change in the behavior of the fish.
Reviews: Salmo Elite Microjig 240 Spinning
These are sticks of fast action, thanks to the special bending of the main part. The gear of this line is designed for catching small fish (trout, grayling, perch, chub) on jig bait, light in weight. The spinning rods are of high quality balancing, the upper part of the bit made of graphite is very sensitive and allows not to miss the bite. The handle is made of ethyl vinyl acetate, which refers to polyolefins. Access rings are lightweight, single-bearing type. Thin fishing line and bait up to 10 g are suitable for the rod.
In reviews of the Salmo Elite Microjig 10 spinning reel, anglers note the following positive points:
- quick order blank, which is made of carbon fiber;
- lightweight rings installed;
- perfect balance;
- very sensitive tip, which allows you not to miss a barely noticeable bite;
- plug construction rod;
- installed screw type reel seat;
- the stick is lightweight, comfortable to hold in your hand;
- suitable for beginners;
- attractive appearance;
- lasting;
- reliable;
- budgetary.
Among the shortcomings: transportation in a tube.
Spinning Team Salmo Tioga: reviews
Designed for lovers of jig (classic and microjig) and step wiring. Rods of this line have different parameters, have excellent quality and affordable cost. The advantages of this gear:
- the presence of a solid vertex made of heavy-duty fiberglass significantly increases the sensitivity of the bit with barely noticeable movements of the fish;
- carbon fiber is used for the manufacture of the form, which makes it possible to make excellent casts of small bait, the handle is made of neoprene;
- The stick has a plug connection, consisting of two sections.
Spinning Salmo Tioga, in reviews which emphasize a wide range and range of tests, are very popular. Almost all of the bit is equipped with a solid white tip.
Spinning "Salmo Sniper Spin"
Rods of this series have one test of 5–20 g and are recognized as universal for fishing on different baits. Build a blank made from composite, medium-fast. The plug-in design is equipped with lightweight rings with SIC inserts, OVER STEEK elbow joints. Cork handle, screw type reel seat. In reviews about Salmo Sniper Spin users do not notice any shortcomings, but distinguish convenience, quality, lightness, reliability and versatility from the advantages thanks to the optimal length, which allows fishing both from the shore and from the boat.
Recommendations for the selection of spinning
For a successful hunt, it is necessary to choose the right fishing tackle, on which the weight of the estimated catch will depend. Rods depending on the weight of the bait are:
- Heavy. Such spinning rods catch predators in bodies of water with a strong current and at a considerable depth, using bait in the range of 15–40 g. The fishing line is selected so long that long-range casting is possible.
- Medium. The bait (oscillating spinners, wobblers) should be at least 13 and not more than 30 g.
- Lungs. Designed for catching fish no more than a kilogram. Use bait from 7 to 13 g.
Depending on the fishing technique used and the place (boat, shore) from where the hunt will take place, the length of the spinning also depends.
Conclusion
Very often among professionals you can hear about Salmo jig spinning rods, reviews which are only positive and some of them are presented in the article. And fishing for a jig bait requires fishing rod manufacturers to comply with certain requirements. For many years, spinningists trust Salmo products and boldly recommend it to hunters, including beginners.