Which braid to choose for pike spinning

Network, or cord- This is a line that consists of several separate fibers. Thanks to this structure, it has a number of advantages compared with monophile, which appeared at the disposal of anglers much earlier.

This line nearly does not stretch even for long casts, she has no memory and is different high strength with a small diameter.

Fibers, of which the cord consists, can be braided or soldered by thermal by. The manufacturing method practically does not affect its working qualities. To choose a good braid, you need to pay attention to other characteristics.

The main characteristics that determine the working qualities of the braid include its, density and color.

Diameter

The thinner line, the farther you can throw the bait with the tackle equipped with it. In addition, the small diameter line has minimal resistance to the flow of water during the drive, and when fishing with it in the current, it is easier to perform the correct animation of the bait. Therefore from two cords with the same breaking load, it is preferable to choose thiner.

But it must be borne in mind that almost all manufacturers underestimate the diameter of the braid, and the numbers that are indicated on the packaging are usually not true. It is difficult to accurately measure the thickness of the cord using a caliper or micrometer, since most of them are not round in cross-section. Therefore, first of all, when choosing, you need to focus on breaking load braided line.

, or braid test, is indicated on the line spool in kilograms or libres. One libre is approximately equal to 454 g. Using a more durable line allows you to fish with large, heavy lures, without fear that the rig will break during a sharp cast, and play out fish of trophy sizes.

Also when fishing with a braid with a large breaking load is reduced to minimum probability loss of baits, which can be released after catching on grass or bottom obstacles by pulling on the line. But other things being equal, stronger cords also have a larger diameter, so you need to be able to choose the right line for certain fishing conditions.

Color

Unlike monophile or fluorocarbon, the braid is opaque... Her color plays great importance when fishing. The visibility of the line for both the fish and the angler depends on the color. If the braid is clearly visible to the spinning player, it is much easier to control the bait wiring and track bites.

On sale you can find the most different colors -from camouflage marsh green to bright fluorescent pink... There are also braids, the color of which changes every 10 meters. This allows you to track the distance the bait is released. They are used for fishing in a plumb line, and.

Density

How denser braid, especially durable it will turn out to be. Loose cords quickly begin to unravel and become unusable. Moreover, dense braided line easily passes through the guides of the reel and has minimal resistance to flow. To determine the density of the braid, you need to fold it in half. A loose cord will begin to unfold at the bend; it is better to refuse to buy such a line.

Popular manufacturers

In number the most popular manufacturers fishing cords are included Power Pro, Spiderwire and Berkley.

Power Pro

This braid remains most popular among anglers for many years. Power Pro cords are different good strength and sensitivity. But there are a large number of fakes on sale, many of which last no more than a month.

Spiderwire

Produced under this brand round in the section of the braid smooth surface... Spiderwire cords are high-pressure impregnated with polyethylene and Teflon to make them more durable, and their workers quality are improving.

Berkley

This company produces the FireLine braid, which is manufactured made of Microdynema fiber differing increased durability. Thanks to a special coating, this cord has high rigidity, it is resistant to abrasion and does not absorb water.

Fishing methods

Braid for pike relevant primarily for fishing methods that require long cast and high sensitivity tooling - spinning and feeder... She is the main line type, which is used for distances over 30-40 meters... If fishing takes place under the shore, it is better to use monophile.

Network also suitable for catching a predator on, and . There are no special requirements for the cord when choosing it, main -choose a fishing line of suitable strength to handle hooked trophies. Monophile when fishing with these tackles, it has an advantage, since it is less noticeable to fish.

Spinning braid

Network revolutionized spinning fishing. It provides very high sensitivity tackle and maximum control over the bait during posting. Its advantages especially relevant when fishing on and that require jerking wiring. Network is the main line used for spinning by advanced anglers.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantages of braiding:

zero extensibility;
lack of memory;
high strength with a small diameter.

Unlike monofilament, network practically does not stretch... Thanks to the zero stretch of the line, all information from the lure is clearly transmitted through the spinning rod to the angler's hand.

So make the correct wiring turns out easy. After biting fish when fishing with a braid, you can do good sweep, while due to the high elongation of the monofilament, the force applied by the angler with a sharp swing of the rod practically does not reach the hook.

Thanks to lack of memory cord not going to rings and after leaving the spool. Therefore, when fishing with it, you can do longest casts... Also, due to the lack of memory, it becomes more comfortable to wire the bait.

With the same diameter, the braid is significantly superior in strength to monofilament. Thereby range increases casting baits, and perform correct animation when fishing on the current it becomes much easier.

The disadvantages of braids include:

lack of amortization of fish jerks;
visibility in water;
high price.

Because of its zero stretch cord does not smooth out the jerks of the hooked trophy during playing, as a result it increases the likelihood of retirement. To avoid this, you need to use a quality coil with a properly tuned friction brake... It is also important to master the technique of playing.

Because of its opacity network well visible in water fish. When fishing for pike, this is usually not a big deal, but the appearance of the line can scare off other fish such as perch, trout or grayling.

The price of the braid is several times higher than the monofilament. As a result, many novice anglers refuse to buy it, but this should not be done. Due to its advantages the cord provides the most comfortable and effective fishing, while it is much more durable than monofilament.

What kind of braid to choose for pike spinning, depending on the place of fishing and the season

More thick braid should be used when fishing in or among the algae... In this case, the strength of the line will be sufficient to release the bait after the hooks. For fishing in snags, you can put hooks on them, which unbend under high load. When fishing on an open bottom, smaller diameters can be used.

It is also preferable to use more thin braids when fishing on the course and at great depth- with such lines, the easiest way is to make the correct wiring of the bait. But the breaking load of the cord must be sufficient to confidently pull out the trophy on the hook.

For fishing in the second half of spring, in summer and autumn, when the fish actively resists when playing, it is preferable to use stronger cords. Thin braids better suited for fishing in winter and in early spring in clear water when the fish is more passive.

Color

Most anglers prefer to use braids. camouflage marsh green... But it must be borne in mind that in the water, due to its opacity, fish can clearly see a cord of any color.

At the same time the cords light fluorescent colors- yellow, green, orange, pink - better visible to the angler during the posting. When using them, very convenient to control the wiring bait and track the most careful touches of fish to the bait. Therefore, many advanced spinning rods prefer just such cords.

In the event that the equipment should be as inconspicuous as possible for fish, you can use long fluorocarbon... When using it, the number of bites is significant increases. The use of fluorocarbon is especially important when fishing spinning in winter on bodies of water that are not covered with ice, and in early spring.

The water at this time is clear, and the predator is passive and behaves cautiously. In late spring, in summer and, as a rule, a rig consisting of a braid and a metal leash works well.

When choosing braids depending on you can navigate from the size of the expected trophies with the following numbers:

for fishing small pike a braid with a breaking load of the order of 4-4.5 kg, with such a cord you can confidently fish out trophies weighing up to 2 kg;
if you intend to catch medium sized predator, you need to use a line with dough 7-7.5 kg- it is enough to pull out a pike in mass up to 6 kg;
if I can be present in the catches pike weighing more than 5-6 kg, a braid with a breaking load is suitable from 8 to 20 kg.

The most versatile braid with breaking load about 7 kg... In most cases, its strength is sufficient for playing fish. Also, when fishing with it, there is always a good chance of freeing the lure from the hook.

Network has significant advantages before monophile thanks to which it became the main type of line used in modern spinning. It can also be used for fishing on donku, girders, mugs and float bait bait... Braided line is more expensive than other types of line, but you shouldn't spare money on it - thanks to its outstanding workers qualities she does catch as comfortable and efficient as possible.