Many amateur fishermen, especially beginners, dream to try themselves in winter fishing, anticipating a lot of pleasure from talking with like-minded people, drinking in the cold, a good catch. But not everyone fully understands what is needed for winter fishing in order to feel comfortable even in fairly extreme conditions. Of course, there is nothing “military” in this, as they say, fishing is fishing, even if it is in the cold. But there are still some points that need to be taken into account. We will try to tell about what accessories for winter fishing are extremely necessary and not very much, in this material. Perhaps this article will be useful, and not only for beginners!
What you need to take for winter fishing?
Good equipment is the key to a successful venture. But good doesn’t mean much. Do not pretend like a camel, but take only the most necessary. It is desirable that a balance be maintained between your weight in full, as they say, calculation, and the ability to move freely.
For a beginner (trial exit)
For the first test trip on the ice, select a frozen pond, which is located near your home. It should also be remembered that the first winter fishing may be the last - you just might not like this way of spending time. And expensive accessories and equipment for winter fishing will then be wallowed in the pantry or garage, which no one needs. So confine yourself for the first time small, but the most necessary. So, what do you need to take a beginner for winter fishing?
Minimum List
Take one inexpensive winter fishing rod with mormyshka and fishing line no thicker than 0.15. It is advisable to have spare gear, but not necessary. The drill should not be taken, since you can use the old cut hole, clearing it (take a small hatchet) of ice. At worst, you can ask a drill from fisherman neighbors. It is unlikely that you will be refused in such a situation. What else is needed for winter fishing? Folding chair for seating, small size. Brake: a couple of sandwiches and tea or coffee in a thermos (a snack on winter fishing warms well).
No alcohol
Contrary to the popular belief that it is simply necessary to "take it to the chest" in the cold, it is already reliably known: strong drinks do not warm in the cold, they only dull the sensations (and as a result frostbitten noses, cheeks and fingers). But upon returning home, under the hot - a holy cause. But on the ice - no, no, all experienced fishermen say this!
clothing
It is best to dress according to the example of cabbage: layered. The whole secret is that even between thin things there is a layer of air that retains heat. On the head, even with a slight minus, a warm hat with ears, on the feet - free winter shoes (and better - felt boots with galoshes, so as not to get wet). Put on several pairs of socks at once (the effect of cabbage also affects here).
Some more tips for a newbie
Take along a rope up to ten meters long, in case of falling into wormwood. Stay close to experienced anglers. Get out on the ice only in fresh wake. Remember that going fishing in the winter is always a certain risk.
Winter fishing
Fishing in winter, in fact, is an activity for experienced, experienced fishermen. So if you liked the first test exit or a trip to the ice, try to already cope and get really everything you need for this business.
Thermal underwear, overalls, shoes
These accessories will not be superfluous during prolonged fishing in the cold. It is good if the overalls do not get wet, but at the same time they must let the steam coming from the body. In shoes, thermal padding is desirable, which can withstand temperatures up to minus thirty. Also, shoes should not get wet if there is water on the ice (for this purpose, fishermen used to use felt boots with galoshes).
Gauntlets
An important detail of equipment for the fisherman. Mittens with two fingers and fur inside are good. And outside - sheathed with waterproof fabric. The jacket should have a windproof hood (in addition to a hat, so that you can sit with your back to the wind and be out of his reach).
Tent and Box
What is needed for winter fishing? You can buy a tent for fishing on ice. It is recommended as an important thing if you are going to spend the whole day in a pond. Some especially advanced ones even include the use of stoves for heating. A fishing box is needed to store catch and equipment. These accessories are more suitable for car enthusiasts. You can still cram into the trunk of the car!
Kolovorot, ice drill
A very important accessory, since for any fisherman, the first thing is to drill or cut a hole. The auger drills came to replace the grandfather ice pick, and - the most fashionable today - motor drills running on car batteries or gasoline.
The necessary little things
- A multifunctional “Swiss” knife is very useful for winter fishing.
- A device for quick cleaning of fish speeds up the process many times.
- An extractor is a device by which a hook is removed from the throat of a fish without damaging the tackle and least of all harming the prey itself.
- Container for nozzles. It stores bloodworms, worms and other nozzles.
- A device for pulling fishing line is a very necessary thing in the cold when hands are not obeyed.
- Shield from the wind. It is used for shelter when fishing from the wind. A more serious option is a fishing tent.
- Flashlight, thermos, binoculars, compass.
- For lovers of gadgets - electronic bite alarm. The device is attached to the end of the fishing rod and transmits sound or light signals when the nodding fluctuates.
- Winter spider lift for fishing live bait.
- Powder heaters for arms and legs. These are dry mixtures, when in contact with air, they begin to generate heat (we carefully read the instructions before use).
- A scoop or slotted spoon for cleaning holes from snow and ice.
- Small hook for pulling fish.
Tackle
Well, and, of course, you need gear for which fish will be caught. Nowadays, they literally amaze with their diversity, while often very different from their summer counterparts. And they are more delicate and tender, lighter and stronger than summer ones. Let's consider only some options.
Winter spinning
This tackle is from beginners. Some time ago it was considered impractical to catch spinning in the winter. However, practice proves the opposite: this kind of fishing can be very effective. The rod for winter is usually selected thin, light, shorter than summer, well balanced. Plug with ceramic (but not telescopic). The reel is inertialess, with a margin of more than a hundred meters of fishing line. Fishing line - braided, up to 0.28 mm, fluorescent. The bait is jigs and twisters (bright acid and pearl shades, it is possible with sparkles).
On a spoon
Glaze is a popular type of winter fishing. We take a fishing rod light of durable materials. Fishing line - wicker. Spoon-baits - the most diverse (who is used to anything) - from branded to homemade. In shallow water, diving spinners are best suited for fishing, and in the course - heavier, wobbling.
Float
What you need for winter fishing is a float fishing rod. It has a fishing rod, small, up to forty centimeters, with a flexible whip of bamboo, for example. And the used fishing rod handle is made of foam or cork. Fishing line - vein, frost-resistant. The float is as noticeable and sensitive as possible.
Mormyshka
This method of fishing is most popular among ice fishing enthusiasts. Mormyshka - an oval shaped sinker with a built-in hook where bait is put on (or use the fishing method without bait). On the other hand, a fishing line is attached. The rod is used short, with a nod - in order to see the bites. In water, the mormyshka carries out movements, luring fish. This illusion is created with the help of several simple movements made by the fisherman: pulling up, letting go, pulling up again. The most popular bait is bloodworms.