Volzhanka spinning rods, which are presented not only on the Russian market, but also abroad, can be purchased at a very reasonable price. At the same time, you will receive high quality, reliability and durability of products.
The rods are made of high quality carbon fiber. Serial production began in 1989 at the PPM technology center. Manufacturers have feedback from amateur fishermen and take into account all their wishes in order to further improve the quality of the models without increasing the price.
How to choose a spinning rod
The spinning rod is quite complex - it is a complicated stick with rings, as it seems at first glance. There is a wide range of spinning rods on the fishing market, including Volzhanka spinning rods.
If you fish using a jig, you need to clarify the fishing conditions. When fishing from the shore, you need to have a rod of 2.70–3.30 m so that the cast is of maximum length. If the water in the reservoir is stagnant, then the test range should be 30–35 g. When fishing in a current, the weight should be more than 50–60 g.
The casting distance depends on the position of the first ring on the spinning rod. The rings are close to the handle - short casts. For long casts, you need to move the ring further away from the handle. For fishing from a boat, the rod should be short. When choosing a spinning rod, you need to pay attention to the following properties:
- rod flexibility;
- the weight of the spinning rod - a heavy spinning rod with repeated casts causes fatigue, the hand begins to ache;
- the time the rod returns to its original position - the amplitude of oscillation should be small.
Testing of the modernized spinning rod "Volzhanka Jig"
"Volzhanka Jig", test 3-15.
Spinner bait, wide petal, 3.0 g. Casting range with average casting force - 12-15 m; with maximum sending force - 15-18 m. Spinner bait, narrow petal, 8.0 g. Casting range with average cast strength - 15-20 m; at maximum sending force - 20-25 m. Lure “oscillating” spinner, 7 g. Casting range with average cast strength - 15-20 m; with a maximum sending force of 20 m. Lure “oscillating” spinner, 14 g. Casting range with average casting force - 20-25 m; with maximum sending force - 30-35 m. Twister bait 5 cm on a jig head 12 g. Casting range with average cast strength is 25-30 m; at maximum sending force - 30-35 m. Bait “oscillating” wide spoon, 20 g. The casting range “on acceleration” with an average sending force is 20-25 m; at maximum sending force - 30-35 m. There are no extraneous shocks or “recoil” on the hand when casting. There is no feeling of “flimsy” of the rod. When direct wiring at different speeds, the bend of the form is uniform, without kinks. The top on the wiring is informative. The baits are controllable and amenable to amination. Landing fish (pike, 400-500 gr.) after biting at a short distance was no problem. "Volzhanka Jig", test 5-21. Spinner bait, narrow petal, 8.0 g. Casting range with average cast strength - 15-20 m; with maximum sending force - 20-25 m. Spinner bait, narrow petal, 16.0 g. Casting range with average casting force - 20-25 m; at maximum sending strength - 30m. Lure “oscillating” spinner, 14 g. Casting range with average casting force - 20-25 m; with maximum sending force - 30-35 m. Lure “oscillating” spinner, 22 g. Casting range with average casting force - 20-25 m; with maximum sending force - 30-35 m. Lure “oscillating” spinner, 28 g. The casting range “at acceleration” with an average sending force is 30-35 m; at maximum sending force - 35-40 m. Equipment on a retractable leash (“Moscow”). Twister 5 cm, external weight -5/8 (16 g). Casting range with average sending force - 30-40 m; at maximum sending force - 40-45 m. There are no extraneous shocks or “recoil” on the hand when casting. There is no feeling of “flimsy” rod, but casting with overload causes a feeling of fear. When direct wiring at different speeds, the bend of the form is uniform, without kinks. The tip on the line is informative, and, in my opinion, when using the cord, the angler can receive information about the nature of the bottom or accurate bites from the form. The baits are controllable and amenable to amination. Conclusions. (made on the basis of subjective feelings). After modernization, the rods became more reliable and quite informative. The upper range of the “B Jig” test is 3-15 g. higher than stated by 5-7 grams. The lower range is not defined due to the large diameter of the fishing line used. “B Jig” test ranges 5-21 g. correspond to what was stated. Recommended coil sizes are “2000” or “2500”. Recommended monofilament diameters: for “V Jig” 3-15—0.14-0.18 mm, cord—0.06-0.08 mm, for “V Jig” 5-21 — monofilament—0.16- 0.2 mm, cord - 0.06-0.1 mm. Testing was carried out by Gennady Gatilov. " Come back
Spinning rod "Volzhanka Stiletto"
This versatile rod can be used for fishing in rivers and ponds that are overgrown with grass, bushes, as well as in open lakes.
The spinning rod is fixed in the upper and lower parts. Its length is 1.3 meters. It has a spaced handle made of high-quality synthetic material. The rings on the spinning rod are on a fairly high leg.
The rod is mainly used for catching trout and fish that are distinguished by a powerful and lightning-fast attack: perch, grayling, chub. This spinning rod works well with various types of light baits and with the help of an unloaded external elastic band.
The use of carbon fiber in the production of spinning rods made it possible to quickly cast it and easily fish it out. The monolithic graphite top transformed the first section into a single whole. This significantly increased its reliability and throwing properties.
Manufacturers made lightweight rings. As a result, casting movement and dynamics have improved, and residual vibrations have decreased. The reel seat, original and reliable, was installed directly on the form.
The bait is delivered precisely to the target by the Stiletto model. The Volzhanka spinning rod received only positive reviews from fishermen. Professionals note that a spinning rod can be used to cast quickly.
Features of Patriot models
This series of gear includes only 2 models with a length of 2.59 m and 2.83 m, with a test weight of 10−25 g and 12−35 g. The rods consist of 2 blanks made on a graphite base of the M12 brand.
The Patriot series spinning rods are designed specifically for salmon fishing, although they can also be used to catch other fish . Focused on fishing small rivers, lakes and ponds. The blanks are coated with a protective fluorine coating, which allows you to fish even in salt water.
Spinning rod "Volzhanka Jig"
This spinning rod, which has a cork handle, is designed for jig fishing. It looks fragile, although the test is 5 kg and the length is 2.4 m.
This model is comparable to the Volzhanka Extra model, but the Jig spinning rod has two advantages: unique guide rings and a lower price.
The rings have one feature - they have a triangular shape with silicon carbide inserts. Thanks to this, the line quickly straightens, which significantly increases the casting distance, and the load is evenly distributed over the form when landing large fish.
The series consists of four subspecies, which differ in the bait test. Each subtype has four models of different lengths.
A jig spinning rod can be easily selected for any fishing conditions. You can use not only jig baits, but also spinners.
The blank is light and informative and can hold quite large fish. The tip of the rod is very sensitive and responds well to fish pokes and to the bait touching the bottom.
Prices for spinning rods depend on the model. To catch fish with jig baits on any body of water from the shore or boat, use the budget series of the “Jig” model. The Volzhanka spinning rod receives extremely positive reviews. Fishermen note the high quality of the rod and affordable price.
Spinning Volzhanka Patriot
This is an elite series consisting of two models - with tests 12-35 and 10-25. The blank of each of the 2 options is two-section and made of IM12, that is, high-strength carbon fiber.
Among other features of the luxury line of spinning rods “Patriot” “Volzhanka”:
- rings for reliability are made of SiC - silicon carbide;
- joining the knees using the Super Flex method - easy and precise;
- handle made of Portuguese cork - does not slip even from wet hands;
- TREME GUIDE ring arrangement system is a classic.
The spinning rods are also equipped with an organofluorine coating that protects the rods from salt, so they can be used in any body of water, even when fishing at sea. The cost of elite models, equipped with a case and tube, starts from 7000-7500 rubles.
“Ultralight” is a type of spinning rod “Volzhanka”
Ultralight spinning rods are used for fishing when using very light baits from 1 g to 4 g. The test on the blank of such a spinning rod starts from 0 g and ends at 12 g. The upper part of ultralight rods is much thinner than that of conventional ones.
The number of amateur fishermen increases every year, and the fish become more careful and smaller. Catching becomes more difficult. Ultralight spinning rods allow you to catch wary fish using small bait. If you fish from a boat or a shore overgrown with bushes, it is enough to have a spinning rod 1.5–2.4 m long. With a spinning rod 2.7 m long, you can cast the bait much further, so it is used for fishing from a clean shore.
In the production of Volzhanka Ultralight spinning rods, the most modern technological solutions are used. It has a cork handle and the whip is made of solid plastic.
Catching wary fish is not easy. It mainly lives in rivers with fast flows and abundant vegetation along the banks. For such fishing, the Volzhanka Ultralight spinning rod with a minimum test is suitable.
Reviews from fishermen about the Volzhanka Ultralight spinning rod are neutral; they are neither positive nor negative judgments. The only thing that fishermen agree on is that the price of a fishing rod corresponds to its quality.
Meteor rod series
Meteor is also one of the most recognized series of spinning rods in Russia . It has been produced since 2008 and is only gaining popularity over time. Today, judging by the reviews, many fish catchers use them.
Meteor series gears are equipped with SiC guide rings. They are equipped with comfortable reel seats and have cork handles. For transportation, the kit includes covers made of waterproof material. The series includes rods with test weights from 2−7 to 20−60 g, length 2.4−2.7 m. All consist of 2 legs.
Spinning rod care
After fishing, Volzhanka spinning rods need to be cleaned. Remove sand and dirt from the rings with a toothbrush and laundry soap. Especially carefully you need to wash the handle and the attachment of the reel to the spinning rod. Usually a lot of sand gets into the joints of the rod parts, as a result it wears out. The joint is blown or washed with running water. Clean, dried spinning rod is stored in a case in a dry place.
Rod test
The spinning test is the minimum and maximum weight of lures that can be used when fishing with a specific rod.
The lower limit of the test means the minimum weight of bait used for successful spinning fishing. It is allowed to use baits lighter than those indicated in the lower limit of the test. If the weight of the bait is less than the lower limit, the casting range becomes significantly shorter.
When jig fishing, the sensitivity threshold of the rod is determined by the lower limit of the test. In this case, this number shows the minimum weight of the bait at which the fisherman feels with his hand that the bait has touched the bottom. He doesn't have to watch how the line sags.
The upper limit of the test is the maximum weight of the bait used for a given spinning rod. You should not exceed the maximum test of the rod than indicated. This can lead to breakage of the form when casting.
What does a rod test affect?
If the rod test is greater than the weight of the bait, then casting a light bait with a heavy rod is inconvenient. With a light spinning rod and bait that exceeds the rod's test, it may simply break.
Its strength depends on the spinning test. To catch large fish with light bait, you need to use a rod whose weight is quite large, from 40 g to 80 g.
In conclusion, we can say that Volzhanka spinning rods have high strength, good quality and excellent performance characteristics.
