Avid fishermen, going to the sea, will definitely visit a fishing tackle store. Experts in their field understand that the gear they use in river fishing conditions is not suitable for sea fishing.
Marine gear for fishing at sea is similar to traditional spinning rods used on rivers and lakes. Only marine equipment has larger dimensions. The fish that a happy fisherman catches on the hook at sea is much larger than crucian carp.
The fact that sea water is salty is also taken into account. This means that corrosion may occur on the metal parts of the gear. In connection with these points, we will consider what gear is suitable for a sea fishing trip.
Choosing a spinning rod for catching sea fish
The spinning rod, which is a marine variety, is endowed with certain parameters. It can reach up to 2.5 meters in length. This is affected by fishing conditions.
If it is carried out from a boat or vessel, then there is no need to cast the equipment. In this case, fishermen are in the fish zone. Gear for sea fishing from the shore requires a different approach to business.
Test for the weight category of such a spinning rod from 200 to 500 g. The main role in this is played by the weight of the bait used and the fish itself that is supposed to be caught. A rod with large parameters is more difficult to find in fishing stores, but, as a rule, there is no great need for it.
Main fishing spots
On the Black Sea you can fish in different places, which have their own characteristics and differences.
Fishing from the shore
- Suitable for beginners or experienced anglers.
- Makes it possible to use almost any gear, including those made independently.
- An individual of any size can be caught, even quite large ones.
- All kinds of baits are suitable.
- You can fish in more remote places and vice versa.
Important advice: to fish for large fish, you should give preference to a telescopic rod (more than seven to eight meters in length).
Fishing from the rocks
Note: this type of fishing is called rock fishing.
- Fishing is classified as extreme.
- Suitable only for people who have a number of skills and are professionals in this matter.
- You need to fish from high and steep rocks.
- Telescopic tackle should be used.
Important advice: the main thing is that the weight of the rod is no less than two hundred grams.
From the shore at the moment of surf
- Fishing is only possible when there is a strong wind, ideally a storm.
- You need to cast as far as possible, at least ten meters.
- Predatory species can be successfully caught because a large number of shellfish, worms and other things are thrown into the surf, which attract their attention.
From the pier
- Fishing is carried out near the beach.
- Ideal for non-professionals.
- Often crowded, especially during high season.
- Mostly small fish are caught.
- Spinning is the ideal tackle for this type of fishing.
Important advice: when fishing from a pier, it is better to purchase all baits in a specialized store.
Types of spinning rod models
On the market representing products related to fishing equipment, there are two spinning models, one has rings, the other has rollers. The latter, with rollers, is preferred by fishermen. The justification is the fact that the presence of this element reduces the wear of the braid.
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In practice, it has long been established that rings on spinning rods do not have a negative effect on the fishing line. When using the ring model at sea, the role of a lubricant that reduces friction is taken over by salty sea water.
Using the “tyrant” tackle.
To catch horse mackerel vertically, from piers and other structures, a cunning catching tackle, called “tyrant,” is used. Its peculiarity is that no bait is required when using it. It is usually used in combination with a spinning rod up to 3 meters long and a dough of at least 200 grams. The “tyrant” itself is a garland of 8 – 10 hooks equipped with shiny threads (the “rain” Christmas tree decoration is often used). Hooks are used No. 4, No. 5 with a long shank. The installation distance between the hook attachment points is 25 centimeters, the length of the leash is 10 – 15 centimeters. This tackle can easily be used both for vertical fishing and when fishing from the shore over long distances. The difference in equipment is only in the weight of the load, which lowers the equipment to the bottom. A plumb weight of up to 100 grams is enough, when fishing with a spinning rod from 150 to 300 grams, which allows the fisherman to cast the bait more than 80 - 100 meters.
The difference in cost and what affects the price?
As for the price, it depends on the manufacturer. Specifically, Chinese products are inexpensive, starting from 700 rubles. Accordingly, in terms of quality, many fishermen do not consider such gear worthy and suitable for fishing in sea conditions.
Greater preference is given to expensive branded spinning rods, Scandinavian-made products, the price of which can reach 30,000 rubles. Many fishermen use Japanese gear for sea fishing.
The price may be affected by the assembly of the spinning rod purchased to go sea fishing. Such products are:
Artificial baits
The right bait is the key to success in sea fishing. The sea is full of predatory species that can be caught by:
wobblers of all types (cranks are especially popular, capable of lifting deep-sea fish from the bottom);- twisters and vibrotails (attractive to many marine predators, not afraid of salt water);
- oscillating spoons (a universal option for any fishing, from a boat, from the shore, a pier or a rock protruding into the sea).
With wobblers everything is clear. This is the most accurate imitation of forage fish, which is effective both in a small river and at sea. Jig baits are in demand due to their low cost. This does not mean that they catch worse, it all depends on the correct choice of the bait itself, the object of fishing and the place. Among the spinners, the best proven ones are jigs - small in size, but at the same time heavy spoons that can be thrown far, even against the wind.
When choosing artificial bait, it is important not to forget about the principle of proportionality. With a large one you can catch large fish, with a small one you can catch something smaller.
Two-part
Collapsible model. This, of course, is the main advantage. With such a spinning rod it is much more convenient to go fishing by car. In terms of weight, such gear does not differ from single-piece gear.
At the same time, its negative qualities include the possibility of breakage at the joint and the entry of dust and sand particles into the interior, which affects the service life of the product. This can be avoided by following proper care.
Specifics of sea fishing on the shores of the Crimean Peninsula
Not long ago, sea fishing became very popular among Crimean vacationers. This especially applies to places where there is a very warm place and shallow depth.
In such places, the fish remain to rest, accumulating in small groups every day.
Conventionally, the entire territory of the Crimean Peninsula can be divided into three large-scale sections:
- Sea of Azov;
- O. Sivash;
- Black Sea.
Moreover, each of the zones has its own peculiarity in terms of fishing. For example, on the shores of the Black Sea, as a rule, mullet, flounder, mackerel and sawfish are caught. And the southern coast of Crimea will be chosen for fishing by those who love sea fishing.
Note: in the Sea of Azov, as a rule, fishing is carried out equally on the open sea and from the shore.
The main prey found in its waters are flounder, mullet, pike perch, pelingas, sprat and goby. In addition, sturgeon enter the sea during their migration to spawn. The most “fishy” area on the Black Sea is the Balaklava area, where there is an abundance of sea fox, horse mackerel, sea bass and redfish.
Whereas from the shore, it is generally possible to get a good catch of greenfish, sea ruffe and other small fish. And on the West Bank, especially near the rocky shores of Dzhangul and Tarkhankut, you can count on a more generous catch: rapa, crabs, mussels, gobies, white salmon, horse mackerel, and mullet.
In addition, in this area it is possible to fish for katran, a Black Sea shark, from a boat.
As a rule, many fishermen go to Lake Sivash to hunt for a goby; its habitat is deep water, which is why you can hardly expect a good catch here without having a boat. Despite the fact that the local fauna of Sivash includes over fifty varieties of fish, shrimp and shellfish, the juicy, tasty and healthy meat of the gloss flounder is of greatest value to fishermen.
It is worth noting that the population of this fish in this region is considered the largest in the entire Azov-Black Sea basin. It is traditionally believed that in the Black Sea it is better and more efficient to fish from a boat or boat. But this does not mean at all that fishing in the Black Sea from the shore is completely impossible.
Moreover, this can be fishing from breakwaters or fishing directly from the shore.
If this is fishing from breakwaters, then the gear is not particularly complex. This is an ordinary donka, with one or two hooks. The rod can be of any length, as long as it can withstand casting a heavy load. Any inertia-free reel can be used. Line diameter is 0.25–0.3. Hooks with a long shank, size No. 7–8.
Most often this is fishing at night, when the fish rushes to the coastal zone. Shrimp, sea worm, mussel, and pieces of fish are used as bait. The bite can be detected either by the tip of the rod with a firefly attached to it, or by using a bell or bell.
But many fishermen prefer to detect a bite “on the finger,” when the line is passed between the fingers and any touch of the fish to the bait on the hook is felt. Fishing in the Black Sea from the shore especially attracts fans of catching pelengas. But this fish is not caught everywhere.
It comes out to certain areas of the coast, and in fairly large flocks. And then the real holiday begins for local fishermen.
This fish is caught with bottom gear at a great distance from the shore. Therefore, it is justified to use long, powerful rods 4–4.5 m long with a test that can withstand the force of casting equipment weighing 100–200 grams. Such a weight of cargo is needed to keep the equipment in place even during waves.
In general, for such fishing, the ideal option would be powerful surf rods with a reel with a spool size of at least 4000, but even larger is better. Of course, you can also supply size 3000. But how long the reel will work with such loads and such weights of loads that will have to be pulled over long distances and, sometimes, through obstacles, remains in question.
It is important to make the equipment correctly. Pelengas is a pelagic fish, accustomed to feeding not from the bottom, but in the water column.
Accordingly, the hooks with the nozzle should be higher than the bottom. This is achieved by using small foam floats placed on a leash next to the hooks as a hook lifter. Floats can be used from winter float rods.
You can limit yourself to foam balls placed on the hook itself. But the lifting force may not be enough to lift both the leash and the hook with bait from the bottom. In order to ensure that the fishing line rises above the bottom, a specially shaped sinker is used, which becomes vertical at the bottom.
And due to its position and size, it lifts the fishing line above the bottom. But you still can’t do without floats.
The most used bait for bearings is the sea worm. Although you can use a regular worm, the number of bites will be several times less. The most attractive time for catching pelengas is morning and evening. Bites that are very sharp are fixed using the end of the rod or a bell is used. Source: “jeduvkrym.ru; blesna.net"
Baits and groundbait for sea fishing
The choice of bait for sea fishing operates on the principle that the larger it is, the larger the fish should bite. Most marine species are guided by their sense of smell when biting. Therefore, if there is no bite for a long time, it is better to change the bait to a new one, because... the old one could have weathered. Fix the bait on the hook properly. This way the effect of naturalness is achieved. What types of bait are there:
- sea worms are used when fishing with donks, floats and other gear. They can be found in burrows in shallow areas of the sea, where the bottom is covered with black silt. After collection, the worms are stored in a jar with seaweed;
- common earthworms are used for catching goby, red mullet, etc.;
- shrimp are suitable for donkey or float tackle. When fishing with spinning or trolling, shrimp are attached as an addition to artificial bait. Depending on the size of the fish, either just the neck of the shrimp or the entire carcass is put on the hook, maybe even several pieces at once. You only need to take fresh, translucent shrimp;
- mussels are bait for most fish species. It is recommended to open the shells before fishing and leave them to dry in the shade. Thus, the meat will become elastic and will not jump off the hook. Mussels are used for bottom and float gear;
- Live bait in the form of a small anchovy, sprat, sprat is suitable for catching predatory fish.
Fishing from the shore using bottom gear.
Bottom coastal fishing allows the fisherman to get such Black Sea trophies as:
- 1 flounder;
- 2 mullet;
- 3 foreheads;
- 4 croakers;
- 5 garfish and other fish.
The structure of the bottom tackle is quite simple. A spinning rod with a cast weight of more than 300 grams is necessary for long-distance casting and reliable fixation of gear with a load of 200 grams or more on the seabed. If you use light weights, then the waves and sea current will not allow you to fix the bait with hooks on the seabed and fishing will not bring results. The spinning rod is equipped with a spinning reel from 3000, this will ensure reeling of 200 - 300 meters of fishing line. For bottom tackle, use a line with a dough of 30–40 kilograms.
Saltwater angler's tip: When installing a bottom hook, you should put a foam ball on the shank of the hook, which will raise the hook above the bottom seaweed and make the bait more attractive. This tip is suitable for catching small fish, including flounder.
What do experienced fishermen advise?
Russian fishing is always emotional and varied, and the Black Sea is proof of this. You can fish with a wide variety of gear, in different places, at any time of the year, in any weather, even the most inclement, with any bait. Fish in the Black Sea are apparently invisible, of various sizes. There are more than 10 species of gobies alone. However, when fishing at sea, study the habits of the fish you want to catch:
- It is very important what gear is used. Don't take cheap ones with you, many of them are not effective at sea.
- Take several types of bait with you at once. Some can be collected right off the coast.
- If you fish with tyrant, homemade gear, then use several types of them at once.
- Of course, a purchased tyrant is better. It's more efficient.
- If there are a lot of seagulls in the area, it means there are a lot of bonito in the sea.
Fix a regular firefly bell on the end of the rod, this will make it easier to recognize the bite. On the Black Sea, fishing from the shore at night is successful when the fish are in coastal areas. Use shrimp, sea worms, and mussels for bait. There will be more interest in fishing if you manage to catch a decent pike, flounder, redfish or pelengas. You can also catch well from the shore, not only from a boat, as many people think when they come to the Black Sea.
To increase catch, fishermen often use bite activators, which are attractive to fish from long distances. They stimulate the fish's appetite due to the pheromones included in their composition. However, despite the natural composition of the components, a ban is expected on some additives, but today you can still buy them.
Sea fishing from a boat at a rate.
This will require two or three spinning rods. For fishing from a boat, you should choose a rod from 2.4 to 3 meters. It will allow you to catch a trophy without much effort. Tests of such spinning rods must be at least 60 grams. It can be equipped with both multiplier and spinning reels. The requirements for them are the same as for fishing from the shore. The spool capacity is more than 300 meters of braided cord, sufficient strength, fast action. The bet involves casting the tackle to the bottom, followed by waiting for a bite. For betting, use 8 - 10 hooks, a load of 100 grams.
