Trolling-stænger

What is trolling?

Trolling is fishing from a motorboat, in which wiring is carried out due to movement on a small stroke. Trolling is used for hunting predatory fish: catfish, zander, pike, etc. This method of fishing has a lot of fans who mainly fish on large bodies of water: large rivers, reservoirs, on the sea and in the ocean. To successfully master trolling, it is necessary to correctly select the tackle. Separate attention requires a spinning rod, which must perform important functions – it is involved in the conductivity of the bait and the fight with the bitten predator.

Many anglers who have never before encountered trolling fishing in practice, think that catching this method is simple and any strong spinning rod is suitable for it. But many experts realize that this is not the case. And know how to choose the right rod, taking into account all the requirements for such gear. To choose a trolling spinning rod, many factors should be taken into account.

Materials for trolling spinning rods

1. Composite. A trolling spinning rod made of composite material is best for most anglers. This material has a low cost. It is light enough and strong enough, with not bad sensitivity and endurance. When choosing a certain model, you need to take into account the characteristics of the components that were used in the manufacture of the spinning blank. A weak rod for trolling will not fit, and a strong powerful will not be sensitive enough and you just will not see weak nibbles.
2. Fiberglass. Budget spinning for trolling is made of fiberglass. This material is reliable, which is suitable for a novice angler. Spinning from fiberglass can withstand overloads and errors that are inherent in novice trollingists, their little experience in dealing with fishing tackle. To the disadvantages of fiberglass can be attributed very high weight and low sensitivity.
3. The optimal material for trolling spinning rod will be carbon fiber (carbon). Carbon rods are light and more sensitive, they are characterized by better quality and excellent performance. These spinning rods are suitable for more experienced anglers. Carbon fiberglass is more expensive and fragile material, when handling which you need to be careful and attentive not to damage the spinning rod.

4. Handle material

The handle for any trolling spinning can be made of neoprene or cork. Preference is better to give neoprene, it is more durable and withstands the constant impact of moisture and dirt. Cork made of tree bark will quickly wear out and crumble and become unusable.

Length and test characteristics

1. Length. The optimal length of spinning for trolling should be 180 – 240 centimeters. In this fishing, which takes place from a moving boat very long rods will be inconvenient. Shorter rods will poorly dampen fish jerks and it is inconvenient to perform wiring. To increase convenience and expand the coverage area of the reservoir, as well as the use of different baits use trolling spinning rods of different lengths in the same boat. This reduces the likelihood of tangling and overlapping of both rods.

2. test. The test characteristics of the spinning rod determine the range of weight categories of baits used. When choosing a test rod for trolling there is a certain gradation. As a rule, they are designed to control very heavy baits, so their tests can be in the range from 30 to 300 grams. To determine the test of the rod, first you need to understand what lures, their weight and size you will be fishing. For example, fishing conditions dictate the weight of baits up to 50 grams. In this case and test rod should be calculated and be 30 – 80 grams. On rivers with a strong current, it is necessary to use a spinning rod with a higher test limit, as it is affected by the force of the current, in addition to the weight of the bait. Many anglers have in their arsenal several fishing rods for trolling with different tests, which allows you to use lures of different weights and adjust to the conditions of fishing.

Stroi and weight of trolling rods

1. Stroop. The best trolling rod for trolling will be a fast line (Fast). Since this method of fishing is emphasized on a large trophy, it is very important that the rod actively work its upper part. Spinning for trolling is of great importance when hooking and further struggle with the bitten fish. It is a fast line will make the rod more informative to quickly react to the nibble. Slow rods, which are called “parabolic”, will sag strongly under the action of the bait and they lack sufficient sensitivity. However, these rods have good power and are suitable for catching trophy specimens, used mainly in reservoirs without currents.
2. Denweight of the spinning rod for trolling is not particularly important, as for a conventional spinning rod. After all, more time it will be fixed on the boat. Also fishing rods have a reinforced blank. Nevertheless, the lighter it is, the more pleasant the process of wrenching and fishing in general.

Spinning rod holder in the boat

In the process of trolling fishing there is a need to free your hands. At the same time, you need to keep moving and not take the bait out of the water. For this purpose, trolling anglers use special fasteners that allow you to rest your hands and securely fix the rod. Most often the holder for spinning is purchased and installed in the boat without much effort, it can also be made with your own hands. In any case, the holder must securely fix the rod when moving the boat or boat, be comfortable and suitable for different models of spinning.

Choosing a trolling spinning rod

1. Ringe. Choosing a fishing rod, first of all it should be inspected and assembled so that the rings line up in one line. Skip rings should sit securely in the frames and should not scroll. A good trolling rod has heavy-duty rings, and they should have a reinforced design. The rod is constantly subjected to serious loads, so the quality of this element should be given an important role.
2. Reel holder. Special attention should be paid to the reel holder, it should be simple and reliable. Classic screw holders made of metal are considered optimal.
3. Convenience and quality of assembly. The assembled fishing rod should be evaluated for weight. And the main indicator should be the comfort of holding it in the hand. There should not be any cracks and chips, as well as creaks when rocking.
4. Spole. Most spinning for trolling arecasting and imply the presence of multiplier reels. You can also choose universal models that are suitable for inertia and multiplier reels.

Features of fishing

In the process of trolling fishing, you need to monitor the depth and the release of the bait from the boat. The bait should go in the horizon of the bottom and sometimes hit it. Thus, there is nothing complicated in catching trollinogom. Choose a suitable spinning and master the technique and tactics of fishing can every angler who has an initial experience of knowledge in spinning. Trolling brings very excellent catches and is particularly well suited for hunting the coveted trophy. Catching by trolling method, of course, belongs to the active types of fishing and can give the fisherman a lot of positive and unforgettable emotions.

Most of the world leaders in the production of goods for fishing have in their assortment line of spinning for trolling. Lead in this segment of the market are quite well-known companies such as: Shimano, Daiwa, Black Hole, Salmo. If you have a boat with a motor, it means that you can pick up an affordable fishing rod. Then good luck to you in mastering this type and method of spinning fishing.

Konklusion

So, according to the author, for most fishermen who decided to try trolling, will be optimal models of rods with these characteristics:

composite blank, rigid.

possible length of 1.8 – 2.4 meters.

There is no universal value of the test. It is selected for the weight of those baits that will be used. In this case, in flowing water areas with a strong, noticeable current, the value of the parameter should be increased.