Judging by numerous reviews, carp fishing, among fishing enthusiasts, has gained very great popularity. Carps are fished by float and bottom fishing rods. A leash is used as the main element. Due to the fact that during the fishing of this fish the whole structure is under a heavy load, the lead material on the carp must be strong. On the shelves of specialized stores, this tackle is presented in a wide assortment. Not surprisingly, a beginner can get confused. Such a buyer is very interested in answering the question of which carp material to choose for lead. This article will help you figure this out.
What should be the lead material?
Depending on the conditions in which fishing is carried out and with what gear, the fisherman selects a specific version of the leash. It’s good if the fish, having made a bite, itself hooks on a hook. Such a scenario is possible if the carp is not alert. For this, leashes are made in such a way that the material with the nozzle is a single unit. Such tackle in the water column looks more natural. The best leash material for carp is considered one that has the following properties:
- Durability.
- Elasticity. The lead material on the carp should not lose its original qualities even after repeated loads.
- Resistant to mechanical stress. In other words, the tackle should not be torn or frayed.
About types
Carp fishing material may be:
- Pop up. Tackle is used in water bodies with a muddy bottom. In this case, it is necessary to raise the nozzle, otherwise the carp may not notice it. Used with floating fishing lines and braids.
- Neutral Such carp material on the carp works in a semi-swimming position. Tackle designed for ponds with overgrown bottom.
- Drowning. After casting, the leash is quickly immersed in water.
- Invisible. Fluorocarbon is used as the material in the manufacture. Judging by the reviews, the lead material on the carp in the water column is almost invisible. After casting, the tackle takes a semi-recumbent position. Use invisible leashes in reservoirs with overgrown bottom and clear water.
About stiffness
According to experts, carp fishing enthusiasts fish by means of accessories, the breaking load of which is 15 kg. Rigidity is the main characteristic of this material. Depending on its degree, lead materials are:
- Soft. They can be either with or without a braid.
- Tough. Such carp material is braided.
About soft materials
According to the fishermen, with soft, very elastic materials without braid, the nozzle is fed more naturally. Further, the flow begins to influence it, and the tackle moves more freely in the water column than the braided product. The advantage of a soft leash is that during the biting of the carp there is no resistance. However, such leashes often overlap. There are frequent cases when the tackle gets confused with fishing line or other mounting elements. The minuses can also include instability to mechanical stress. The leash can be cut on a sharp shell. Judging by the reviews, this material can be considered ideal for those lakes and rivers in which there are no snags and shells. According to experts, it is better to use soft leashes without a braid with methodological equipment and a PVC package. On a pond with a hard bottom, it is better to take a leash of sinking material and without a protective coating, which will "follow" the contours of the gear itself.
On ponds with a muddy or grassy bottom, it is best to fish with a leash material with neutral buoyancy. If necessary, it can be turned into sinking. To do this, just rub it with soft lead. The leader in sales was the material manufactured by Kryston. To prevent this material from overlapping during casting, experienced fishermen are advised to apply a special gel on it. It is highly soluble in water, and in air gives the material the necessary rigidity. Thus, the problem of overwhelming was resolved by means of a gel. To prevent material from rubbing, a special protective coating was provided for it.
With protective coating
Judging by the reviews of fishermen, soft braid gear in such a parameter as elasticity is not inferior to the previous type. The advantage of soft braided leashes is that they are more resistant to abrasion. In addition, they do not overlap with long casts. With such products, you can safely fish in reservoirs with a bottom dotted with sharp stones, shells and other objects. Those who wish to purchase just such a product should buy a reel labeled Soft Coated. Leash material for carp of this type is considered universal and most in demand. Among the various materials of this type, Korda products became the most purchased. You can operate gear with such a lead material on any body of water, with various bottom accessories and even feeders. During operation in the place where the bait will be hooked, experienced fishermen advise you to remove the protective layer first. The material is exposed 15 mm from the hook eye. As a result of these actions, this section will turn out to be more mobile. You can remove the layer with a knife. Some do this with teeth or nails. It is best for this purpose to acquire a special proprietary tool.
About hard products
They are used in a pond with a hard rocky or shell bottom. The popular carp rig Stiff Rig is made from this material. Monophilic and fluorocarbon forests are used as the main material. In the fishing market, this material appeared in the 1980s. Kryston was engaged in its production. Experienced anglers used makeshift leashes made from ordinary nylon monofilaments. With the advent of "braids" almost all fishermen switched to them. Today, fluorocarbon is widely used in leash production.
This material drowns perfectly, completely transparent. In addition, it has sufficient rigidity to prevent fish from gathering. For those consumers who practice mounting chod-rig and combi-rig, manufacturers have launched a separate type of fluorocarbon lead material. Among consumers, it is called "soft fluorocarbon." The material is subjected to steam treatment, so that it will not be difficult to bend under the desired shape. Korda has become the leader in the sale of rigid leads.
About Combined
In the modern market of fishing products, a special carp material for fishing is presented to the attention of consumers, which is a combination of a classic wicker and a monolesk. There is also a rigid material in the structure, most likely fluorocarbon. Structurally, the lead material consists of two layers: a soft inner (monofilament) and a soft outer (braid). The latter may additionally contain special fibers, due to the presence of which optimal masking of the leash in algae is achieved. Customer reviews of this material are predominantly positive. Karpyatniki praised the ability to fish without using additional nodal gear, which was impossible to do with "traditional" lead materials.
About the length of the gear
Today created many different leashes for fishing carp. With well-chosen gear, effective fishing is guaranteed. The main factors to consider when choosing are the bottom structure, the transparency of the reservoir, and the course. Experts recommend fishing with leashes, the length of which varies from 50 to 100 mm.
If the tackle is longer, then the fish is most likely wary. In addition, the likelihood of self-serif is reduced. With long leashes, judging by numerous reviews, idle bites occur much more often. With methodological and float accessories, 10-centimeter leashes are mainly used, with a chod-rig, 5-centimeter leashes. With the length of the gear you can experiment. If the fish does not bite for a long time, it means that the length of the leash should be reduced, and vice versa.
Mounting
With reliably tackled gear, fish gathering after biting is minimized. If fishing is carried out with the help of cambric, then first of all, you should pass it, and only then a fishing hook. At a 20 mm distance from his forearm, a loop should be obtained. Then cambric is planted on the forend, which is heated with matches or a lighter for high-quality shrinkage. Then mount a carbine on the tackle.
Finally
According to experts, universal miracle leads, suitable for all cases, have not yet been invented. But since there are a lot of leash materials and hooks, anglers have the opportunity to experiment.