Carp fishing rods can be of several types, depending on the functions performed: working, marker and spod. Each of them should be in the arsenal of the fisherman, since the success of fishing depends on it. After all, carp is a fish that can easily break a poor-quality rod. Therefore, the choice of equipment for this type of "silent hunt" must be approached thoughtfully and competently.
Carp fishing rods should be characterized not only by their optimal strength, but also by their convenience. There are several characteristics for the right choice, and in the first place is the length. The optimum is considered to be from 3.6 to 3.75 meters. And although with an increase in this indicator, it will be more convenient for a fisherman to control the prey, which is especially relevant in those places where fishing is difficult, in particular on fast rivers, there is still a danger of hooks.
The working carp rod is available from 2.5 to 3.5 Lbs. His test is selected based on fishing conditions. Where hooks are possible, you must choose as tight as possible, about 3.9 meters long. At short distances for fishing in "standing" ponds, the optimal carp rod is with a test of up to 2.7 Lbs.
Marker type of gear is designed to study the characteristics of the bottom of the reservoir. With the help of it, experienced fishermen not only determine the topography of the bottom in the catching area, but also find promising places to feed the carp and present it with a nozzle in this area.
Marker carp fishing rod has one feature: it transfers vibration to the hand well. In general, to measure the depth of the pond in the fishing area, you can use any type of this equipment, which will allow you to throw a gram-weight sinker. This weight is enough to drown it in a place where you need to measure depth. Whereas to study the bottom structure or topography, you need a special carp rod that has a sensitive tip, so that its vibrations can accurately determine the composition of the soil, the presence of shells or grass. In addition, it has a mark in feet, so when baiting a fishing line from a reel, you can easily calculate the length even before the float floats to the surface.
A spod carp rod, the price of which depends on the length and manufacturer (from 1.5 to 15 thousand rubles), is used when throwing bait rockets or balls. In order for it not to break, you need to monitor such an indicator as the density of the knee connection.
Many fishermen use Shimano carp rods for distant casting, which, in addition to equipment, also include a feeder.
In addition, some prefer to catch on a feeder, however, it is not suitable for ponds where there are shorted sections.
There are two types of carp fishing rods: “fast” and “slow”. In the first case, it is possible to make accurate casts. The rigid base of this rod provides its reliability, and with a flexible tip it is possible to absorb the jerks of carp. In a "slow" system, the stick is softer. And although it is also convenient for fighting, the “fast” system is even more suitable for this.
Many carp ranchers believe that the optimal number of knees when fishing for carp is two. A three or four fold folding rod is very uncomfortable to handle.