How to choose a fishing rod for fishing in the summer?

Summer fishing has its own characteristics and requires certain equipment. Today, there are many models of fishing rods on the fishing market, which are classified by size, purpose, and material of manufacture. The choice of gear depends on the season and the fish the fisherman is hunting. Fishing rods for summer fishing must have certain equipment and bait. The level and volume of the catch depends on these elements.

Features of summer fishing

Summer fishing is a favorite pastime for many anglers. In the warm season, you can not only get a good catch, but also enjoy nature and good weather. In summer, when the heat and cloudless days begin, the water level in reservoirs drops. However, this does not affect the amount of fish in them. On the contrary, many fishermen claim that on hot days the likelihood of catching good catch increases than on cloudy days. Moreover, in the summer you can easily find a convenient place for fishing.

Like any type of fishing, summer fishing requires following certain rules that increase the likelihood of getting a good catch. Large fish usually live in places where the water temperature in reservoirs is slightly lower. Therefore, you need to fish in areas where there are depressions near dams. Summer is the most suitable time of year for catching bream or crucian carp. They live in calmer areas of water bodies.

Many fishermen wait until the summer season to hunt for roach. This fish lives in river reservoirs and leads a nomadic lifestyle. Therefore, you can find it almost everywhere. However, the best place is considered to be the area of ​​the reservoir where green algae grow. To get a good catch in the summer, anglers must also remember about properly selected feeding. During this period, it is recommended to use various aromatic substances to lubricate baits in order to lure large fish. But such products are used sparingly, since in large quantities they can scare away all the fish.

General provisions

Speaking about summer gear, we will mean those that are used in open water, regardless of the time of year. A summary of what summer gear is is summarized in the following table.

Place of use	Fishing direction	Type of fishing rod
From the shore	Float fishing	Flywheel
		Bologna
		Plug
		Match
	Donnaya	Zakidushka
		Feeder
		Rubber
	Spinning fishing	Spinning
	Fly fishing	Fly fishing
	Side nod	With a side nod
From the boat	Onboard fishing for peaceful fish	Onboard float
		Side donka
		Koltsovka
	Sheer lure	Blesnilnik
	Spinning fishing	Spinning
	Trolling	Spinning rod for trolling

On a note! Each of the presented gear can be presented, in turn, in a smaller classification. For example, the same spinning rod is divided into jig, twitch or jig fishing.

It should be noted that several types of fishing rods placed in the category for fishing from the shore can also be successfully fished from a boat. This applies to gear such as:

• float flywheels and Bolognese;
• feeders and donks;
• coastal spinning rods.

It should be taken into account that the specified gear is used from a boat due to the impossibility of positioning on the shore due to local conditions, for example:

• swampiness;
• dense thickets of bushes;
• vegetation spread far from the shore;
• distance from catch points.

It is impossible to fish in such windows of vegetation from the shore, but from a boat - please!

At the same time, with some gear they fish while being directly in the reservoir in the so-called waders. Most often this method of arrangement is used when fly fishing. In addition, while standing in the water, they are caught using a spinning rod or a side nod. However, we will consider the listed gear in the context of coastal, not boat, fishing.

Types of fishing rods for summer fishing

Popular types of fishing rods for summer fishing:

1. Float rod.
   This product is designed for fishing for medium-sized fish. It allows you to fish at all possible distances and with varying degrees of bait delivery accuracy. Such products have built-in guide rings and a spinning reel, which allows you to cast a line over long distances from the shore and catch small and medium-sized fish.
2. Fly rod.
   This is one of the most common types of fishing rods for summer fishing. This gear is suitable for beginner fishermen. The principle of its operation is based on the supply of bait to the fish zone by waving the form to which the equipment is attached. Using a fly rod, you can catch medium-sized fish at a distance of up to 10 m from the shore.
3. Feeder spinning rod.
   This type of fishing rod is used for fishing using feeding troughs. The products are used for long-distance casting. They allow you to catch large and active fish.
4. Match.
   Match fishing rods have a clear difference from other products - the ability to feed bait using a long-distance float cast. These fishing rods are made of lightweight materials that allow long casting. A match fishing rod helps to catch wary fish of any weight at long distances from the coastline.
5. Fly fishing.
   A type of tackle made for fishing with light natural baits. They enter the fishing zone using cords, which are released using an inertial reel. This type of fishing rod is suitable for experienced fishermen, as it requires certain skills and careful handling.
6. Bologna.
   This is a telescopic fishing rod, which is equipped with rings and a spinning reel. These models of fishing rods are used by amateur fishermen. The main principle is based on fishing while fishing in rivers. It is advisable to use the rod on those bodies of water where there is some kind of current. The model is suitable for catching large and predatory fish. Most often it is taken to catch bream.
7. Spinning.
   This is a popular type of tackle that is used for catching predatory fish. Spinning rods are made from various materials. They are presented in a wide range in stores. Spinning rods allow you to fish at long distances from the shore and use different types of bait. The main advantage of the rod is its light weight and ergonomic handle.

Beginner fishermen are better off using spinning rods or fly rods for summer fishing. They are distinguished by a simple control system and the ability to please yourself with a good catch, even in the absence of special fishing skills.

Choosing a fishing rod for fish

• For crucian carp. A rigid fly rod 5 to 8 meters long is perfect for catching crucian carp. Such a fishing rod should bend only at the very top and, as a rule, they are made of carbon fiber.

  
  More expensive options are also often used, for example, the popular telescopic fishing rod with a fixed reel performs well.
  When using the latter option, you can catch not only crucian carp, but also other fish in rivers with strong currents. You just need to lower the rig down the river, after installing a heavy sinker on it.

• For carp. If you decide to fish for carp, then you need to purchase a rod with increased strength and a slow action. This will help compensate for the fish's strong pull.

  
  If you are going to catch carp by long casting, then you need to purchase a high-quality and perhaps even branded fishing rod, since not every fishing rod can withstand such a load.

In the infographics below you can see the external features of different types of fish and find out what they bite better at - this will be interesting for both beginners and experienced fishermen.

Self-hooking fishing rod for summer fishing

The main task of anglers during fishing is to timely hook fish. Any distractions (glare from the sun, inattention, inappropriate lighting) can cause the fisherman to simply lose the fish. While an experienced fisherman can do everything possible to prevent this, a novice fisherman will most likely miss out on his long-awaited catch. To prevent such situations, a self-cutting fishing rod was developed.

It is advisable to use a self-hooking fishing rod for summer fishing in the following cases:

• little experience;
• fishing with several rods at the same time;
• there is no need to monitor the float.

A self-hooking fishing rod is usually used for fishing for small or medium-sized fish. Larger fish are more likely to damage the rod. In the summer, such products are used to catch non-predatory fish. It is better to hunt for predators in autumn or winter.

A self-hooking fishing rod works according to the following principle:

• a fisherman throws a fishing rod into the river;
• the fish swims up to the bait, grabs it and tries to swim away;
• at this time the fishing line is tensioned;
• under its force, the bracket comes out of engagement with the bracket;
• the spring helps straighten the working element, thereby supporting the tackle.

As a result, the caught individual is hooked; the working element can be:

1. Long bracket.
   It is used in cases where the product operates on the principle of a mousetrap.
2. Self-cutting bracket.
   It is fixed on the fishing rod, equipped with a roller at the end.

Due to the tension of the fishing line, even the weakest bite contributes to the activation of the self-hooking function. This process cannot be affected even by strong winds or turbulence in the reservoir.

Fishing rod equipment for summer fishing

To catch large predatory fish, fishermen will need additional fishing rod equipment for summer fishing, since one rod will not be enough.

The equipment includes the following elements:

1. Coil.
   The size of the reel depends on the dimensions of the chosen fishing rod. For example, a float spinning rod requires size 1000. To catch fish with a feeder rod, you should focus on a 3000 reel size. You should also pay attention to the number of bearings. The more there are, the higher the probability of a good catch.
2. Hooks.
   The choice of hooks depends on the type of bait used in the fishing process. Rods with a simple operating mechanism are equipped with hooks of sizes 5-9. For professional fishing rods, elements are selected individually.
3. Fishing line.
   The size of the fishing line also depends on the type of spinning rod. If a fisherman plans to catch prey using a float structure, then a fishing line up to 0.22 mm thick is suitable. When fishing with spinning rods, you should focus on a thickness of 0.2 mm to 0.3 mm. The feeder requires a stronger fishing line with a thickness of 0.25 mm to 0.4 mm.
4. Float.
   There are few criteria for choosing a float. You should focus on the rod that will be used for fishing. Fly rods require a lighter, gentler float. The match structure is equipped with heavy floats.

Spinning rods, in principle, do not need this detail. But for the feeder, the float is selected individually.

Fishermen should also pay attention to the choice of rings. Many experts advise sticking with titanium rings. For easy mining, ceramics are suitable.

Feeder rod

A feeder rod is a tackle for bottom fishing. Such fishing rods are equipped with a special bait feeder (feeder). The fisherman throws the feeder into the pond, feeding the fish. Further fishing takes place at this baited place. Feeder fishing is similar to spinning fishing. They differ in the presence of a sensitive tip on the feeder rod (quivertip). This part of the fishing rod can be changed depending on the size of the load being cast. The quivertip is a bite alarm. Also, the difference between a feeder rod and a spinning rod is the large number of guide rings (at the feeder). In some models there can be up to 20 pieces. The feeder rod kit includes:

1. Form;

2. Fishing line (it is better to use braided);

3. Inertia-free coil;

4. Leash, hook;

5. Bait feeder.

Advantages of feeder fishing rods:

Feeder fishing is designed for catching bottom species of fish. As you know, a large predator prefers to take bait from the bottom. This means that there is an opportunity to catch good specimens on the feeder. The sensitive tip helps to catch even the weakest fish bite. This type of fishing allows you to fish from the shore, precisely throwing a fishing rod into a body of water.

Lures for summer fishing

The most acceptable baits for summer fishing are:

1. Maggots.
   After cold weather and ice thawing on reservoirs, fish actively bite on maggots. They attract underwater inhabitants with their smell. This bait is used for fishing for: crucian carp, bleak, roach.
2. Red worm.
   A classic bait that is suitable for almost any fish during summer fishing.
3. Corn.
   In summer, crucian carp and carp actively bite on corn. To catch medium-sized fish, it is best to string 1-2 grains onto the hook. For larger fish, large corn grains (3-4 pieces) are used.
4. Caddisfly.
   Green caddis flies are suitable for summer fishing. They can attract small and medium-sized non-predatory fish. Anglers should remember that these insects quickly die from overheating, so they must be used carefully.

You can also use pearl barley or semolina mixture, oatmeal, or a dough solution with chicken yolk as bait.

Rods and their equipment

Before we start looking at the types of fishing rods, let's talk about the different forms available on the modern fishing market. It is the rods that become the basis of the tackle on which the superstructure – the equipment – ​​is mounted.

Types of rods used for fishing:

• spinning rods;
• telescopes;
• plugs;
• feeders;
• cyprinids;
• fly fishing

Spinning rods

Spinning rods are blanks up to three meters long, designed to be equipped with any type of reel. Depending on the tasks assigned, they can be equipped with equipment for the following types of fishing:

• actually spinning;
• trolling;
• vertical fishing from a floating device;
• bottom fishing.

Spinning rods for the most part have small test values, which allows them to be used for long-distance casting of light baits. At the same time, some marine models have a significant power reserve.

Attention! A special category is represented by Chinese crocodile-type spinning rods. They are mainly used to create folk donks.

A Chinese-made spinning rod in this example is the basis of the bottom tackle.

The overwhelming majority of spinning rods have a plug connection, but there are also telescopic models. They are mainly used as tourist fishing rods due to their compactness for transportation.

Telescopes

Telescopic fishing rods vary in size, number of legs and arrangement of rings. Depending on this, they receive the appropriate equipment.

Apart from float fishing, I use short three-meter telescopes for vertical fishing from boats and as a basis for hooks.

Four-meter forms are the most versatile. They are suitable for equipment for the following types of fishing rods:

• Bolognese float;
• match;
• live bait for catching predators;
• for fishing with a side nod;
• for donk equipment.

Fishing rods from five meters and longer are used to construct fly-float gear; it is difficult to use them in any other capacity due to their large dimensions and weight. Such models may not even have access rings, and their equipment is attached to a special connector located at the tip of the whip.

To attach the fishing line loop, the connector sleeve is moved down and then pushed back.

Plugs

The plug-in connection of the elbows gives the blank greater strength, precise ring placement, elegance and functionality. Therefore, more and more modern fishing rods are produced in this design. Most often their length is about four meters. This allows them to be used to create the same fishing rods that we discussed above for universal telescopes.

Separately, it is necessary to say about the float plugs. This is a complex combined fishing rod of great length, sometimes reaching fifteen meters. The basis of such a rod is a set of elbows connected by a plug method. Unlike other gear, this fishing rod is not lifted above the water entirely.

Most of the plug tackle rolls far behind the angler's back when fishing.

They work actively in this gear with the last short, up to two meters long, telescopic insert called a “whale”. Inside it there is rubber to which the equipment is attached - a fishing line with a float, a weight and a hook.

Thanks to this shock absorption, it is possible to use the thinnest fishing lines, which allows you to increase the number of bites. And due to the fact that the rod is fed far into the water, spot feeding is used. For this purpose, replaceable whales with a cup attached to the end are used.

The best fishing rods for summer fishing

Based on the opinions of experts and reviews of experienced fishermen, a rating of the top 10 best fishing rods for summer fishing was created.

Shimano Technium

Shimano Technium are products for summer fishing that are made from carbon fiber. They are equipped with additional guide rings and spool holders. The rod has a thin profile that improves balance. The product is suitable for thin lines and small hooks. With its help you can catch small and medium fish. Shimano rods are available in two types: Light (with a test of 1.5-10 g) and Fast (with a test of 2.5-15 g).

Shimano Catana EX Telespin

Shimano Catana EX Telespin is one of the popular new products in the world of fishing tackle. The fishing rod is a telescopic spinning rod, which is made from carbon fiber. This product is considered universal, as it is suitable for all-round use. With the help of a rod you can fish both from the shore and from a boat, and fishermen can cast a line over long distances. The product is equipped with a new reel seat, which is sensitive to any hand movements. The spinning rod is available in sizes from 1.6 m to 3.3 m. This is a compact fishing rod that is convenient to take with you when traveling.

Black Hole Galaxy

Black Hole Galaxy is a fly rod from a Korean manufacturer. It is suitable for fishing for both beginners and more experienced fishermen. The product is made of lm7 graphite, to which reinforcing elements have been added. You can use a fishing rod to catch non-predatory fish weighing up to 3 kg. The lightweight design of the blank allows for quick hooking. The weight of the product is equal to 120 g. The length of the spinning rod is 450 cm. The number of sections is 4. The Black Hole rod is available in 3 size variations for catching different fish.

Milo Relix 2000

A fly rod sold at a reasonable price. The product is distinguished by its small diameter and low weight. It is perfectly regulated and balanced when pulling prey out of a reservoir, so the likelihood of losing fish in this case is low. Most often, Milo Relix 2000 is used for catching medium-sized fish weighing up to 2 kg.

Carp Expert Elite Teleboilie

Carp Expert Elite Teleboilie is a light-weight spinning rod made of carbon fiber. It is equipped with 10 SIC rings that distribute the weight and help to correctly cast the bait to the selected point. The fishing rod has a screw reel seat. It is taken for catching medium fish. The optimal fishing line thickness for spinning is 0.22 mm. The weight of the floats should be kept at 20 g. The weight of the rod is 212 g.

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Brain Blast Bolo

Brain Blast Bolo is a Bolognese fishing rod with increased power for catching predatory fish. It is made of high modulus carbon. Its weight is kept at around 180 g. The rod is quite light, due to which its control does not cause problems. Moreover, due to its optimal balance, fishermen can fish throughout the day without feeling hand fatigue. With the help of gear you can count on catching bream, carp, and ide.

Lineaeffe Carbospin

Lineaeffe Carbospin is a telescopic spinning rod designed for summer fishing. The product is made in Italy. Its test is equal to 30-60 g. The fishing rod is made of carbon. It has 6 separate sections and a cork handle. Spinning rods belong to the class of heavy fishing equipment. Its weight is 200 g. The length is 2.4 m. The product is used for catching predatory and large fish.

Mikado La Vida Bolognese

Ring rod made of carbon fiber. The product is distinguished by its fast action and SIC rings on long legs. The spinning rod has a reel seat in the form of a clip with plastic seals. The tackle is easy to control due to good power and balance. Mikado La Vida Bolognese is suitable for catching medium and large fish. The rod comes with an additional cap for rings, as well as a durable case.

Favorite WAVE-M

Favorite WAVE-M is a fly rod made in 3 configurations: L, M, H. The product is made of carbon fiber. The spinning rod has good balance due to the presence of a counterweight plug made of aluminum. A small fishing rod (L) is used to catch small fish. Size M is suitable for catching medium fish. Model H is more durable and reliable, so it is advisable to use it for catching large predatory fish.

Tica Wonder Pole

A fly rod that is suitable for catching large and strong fish. This gear is intended for experienced fishermen and professionals, as it requires special management skills. The Tica Wonder Pole rod is made of graphite. Its blank has a good thickness, which allows you to prevent cases of fish falling off the hook and cope with overloads. The butt knee of the model is coated with a varnish composition, due to which the product is quickly cleaned of dirt. The weight of the fishing rod is 170 cm. Test - 5-40 g.

Which float rod to choose?

In order for a fishing rod to serve for a long time and, moreover, to be a reliable and convenient fishing tool, you need to make the right choice to purchase tackle from a well-known and popular manufacturer that has proven itself to be a high-quality and proven product. Our rating of gear manufacturers will help you to give the right direction and choose a float rod for long seasons at an adequate price. After reviewing it, we will make it easier for the reader to find the direction to purchase a purchase that is necessary and useful in fishing.

Top 3 popular models

1. The rating of fishing rods for float fishing will be opened by the popular and time-tested model Shimano Technium BX TE 2-600 . The low price range, ease of handling with thin mounts and a lightweight carbon blank provide the prerequisites for the purchase of this particular model for novice fishermen.
2. The second line is for the representative of the fly tackle from Black Hole Galaxy . The graphite version is a relatively inexpensive and practical model. The rigid blank guarantees reliable hooking even with the slightest pull of the rod. Average price level.
3. The elite representative Milo Relix 2000 . The investment in this rod will cover the angler's needs for fly tackle for a long time. The lightest graphite blank and high balance guarantee high comfort when fishing for fish of various sizes.