For most fishing enthusiasts, carp is a welcome trophy. The extraction of this underwater inhabitant is a fascinating activity. The fact is that the fisherman has to fight with a fairly strong opponent, who has strong resistance, before being in the cage.
general information
The process of fishing for carp, very interesting and exciting, with a successful outcome, will make it possible to enjoy delicate and juicy fish meat. Moreover, this underwater inhabitant is found in many of our reservoirs. Carp is a flock of fish. And although large individuals live separately from their smaller counterparts, specimens of different ages, lengths and weights are found in the same flock. Within one group, carps walk in long strings. At the same time, only a few dozen individuals are found in one flock, unlike other cyprinids, for example bream. This fish is found in almost all reservoirs.
She prefers deep wide areas with a weak current or with stagnant water. The bottom should be moderately silty or soft clay, although carp does not avoid hard soil, unless it is rocky. He loves warm water very much, giving preference to heavily overgrown ponds where he keeps at depths. It is known that in windy weather the rustling of reeds or the noise of trees can frighten this sensitive and very careful fish. Therefore, in this season, carps do not gather in flocks, but become loners.
Spring fishing
In summer, when the water is very warm, the carp goes into shallow water. At this time, it should be sought in the old channels, small and large valley reservoirs, as well as in overgrown factories and in calm waters with a reverse flow. Carp fishing in the spring begins at different times, it all depends on the location of the reservoir. In the north, you can fish from May. In the southern regions, lovers of fishing and fishing go to carp in the early spring - in early March.
Features
The belief of this underwater inhabitant requires certain knowledge and skills. Judging by the reviews, carp fishing in the spring is an occupation that requires not only professionalism, but also great patience and endurance. The fact is that after the winter, prey is still sluggishly pecking, so fishing is not easy. With a gradual warming of the water, the nibble begins to increase. The peak of activity of this fish occurs on days when the water temperature reaches +14 degrees. At this time, judging by the reviews, the best carp fishing in the spring is taking place.
After a long stay in the conditions of winter oxygen deficiency, this underwater inhabitant is primarily engaged in its saturation, and only then, after a surge of strength and energy, already proceeds to search for food. Catching carp in the spring in ponds where there is no current, and therefore the lack of O 2 is most critical, problematic, a good bite begins much later. However, if winter fishing is strongly developed in such reservoirs, that is, a sufficient number of holes have been pierced, which open up oxygen to the upper layers, then catch fishing may begin earlier.
Seat selection
In the spring, the carp keeps at such a depth where the rays of the sun penetrate: no more than two meters. Moreover, on the rivers this fish chooses places where there is no strong current, and the water has already warmed up. It feeds only in warm conditions, so the most promising areas will be where the temperature has already risen sufficiently. But at a depth and in places that are under the shadow of large trees, you should not look for him. Carp fishing in spring and summer - in May and June - is hampered by the fact that the water has already warmed up to the desired temperature, and therefore it becomes quite difficult to find feeding places for prey. Moreover, the warmer the water, the deeper this fish hides. It can be pits in the area of the toplnik with a shell-covered bottom, places where there is a concentration of underwater vegetation, the young shoots of which the carp loves, etc.
Gear selection
On a regular float fishing rod, perfect for fishing in layers close to the surface, this fish is fished in early spring. Catching carp on a feeder will be effective even when the water has warmed up well, and the activity of production has increased. As the fish goes deeper, bottom fishing is justified.
No more effective may be a jug. Fishing in the spring for this simple tackle brings very good results. Makushnik is a piece of makucha or pressed cake fixed on the main fishing line. Hooks with a nozzle are mounted on the bar of this bait, and then sink to the bottom. Under the influence of water, the cake gradually softens, attracting fish.
The main requirement for tackle for carp fishing in spring is a strong fishing rod, such as to withstand considerable weight and powerful resistance to prey.
Feeder fishing: snap
When fishing on this bottom tackle, the weight of the equipment to be thrown must be taken into account. Therefore, the rod is selected with the appropriate test. It is better to take the reel of the carp type, with a voluminous spool and a trouble-free beitrunner.
When fishing for carp in the spring, the feeder should not contrast in color with the bottom of the reservoir in which it is proposed to fish. In feeder equipment, the sinkers should also be as close as possible to the shade of the bottom soil. The fact is that spring carp is very careful. Therefore, when fishing it should be minimized equipment.
The leash should be made of fluorocarbon: for fish, it will be almost invisible, since it has a refractive index close to water. The hook on the carp should be only of high-quality wire and with sharp sharpening. Its dimensions are selected according to the type of nozzle. As a rule, fishing in the spring on a feeder hooks from 8 to 4 numbers. As for the installation of equipment, it is necessary to use a shock leader.
Bait and bait
In spring, you need to be very careful about baits, because the fish can, very quickly saturated, stop biting altogether. This season, the main task of the fisherman is not feeding the carp, but its prey. As the water warms up, the appetite of this fish increases, but before spawning begins, it will still not be able to feed much. Therefore, complementary foods should be purely symbolic and low-calorie.
As for the bait on the hook, when fishing for carp in the spring, it is very important to find out in advance what the alleged prey in this reservoir eats. This fish can eat both underwater vegetation, and all kinds of mollusks, crustaceans, and worms. Therefore, hook bait should be appropriate: of plant or animal origin.
Nozzles
Spring carp is very finicky. Even within the same reservoir, he can change his taste preferences more than once during the day. For the effectiveness and efficiency of spring fishing for carp, the angler needs to have various types of baits on hand to apply them individually or by combining plant and animal components.
Judging by the reviews, very often good results in spring fishing for carp can be achieved by making a “sandwich” of the worm and maggot - individually and together. Corn added to such a combined nozzle will also have a good effect.
In some reservoirs, carp fishing boilies in the spring do not bring the fisherman the desired result. But many experienced anglers say that it’s the right choice of aromas. In the spring carp "menu" they can be very different - meat, fish and even sweet. The optimal size of the boilie during spring fishing of this fish is 10-14 millimeters with neutral buoyancy. Larger nozzles should not get carried away.
If the pond has not yet warmed up, then you can use aromatic additives with the smells of garlic and ginger for boilies, and when the water is already warmer, sweet options like vanilla show themselves well.
Flat fishing
There are many fishing options for this tasty and careful fish. When fishing carp in a feeder way, you can also use the flat method, which is not only unique, but also very interesting. Unfortunately, little is known about him to a wide range of fishermen, so he is not as widespread as we would like. Therefore, we will try to talk about how fishing in the flat method is more thorough in early spring.
It is based on the use of a feeder, very similar in shape to a petal. On the one hand, it is a flat construction made of an alloy similar in its parameters. The remaining elements of the feeder are made of eco-friendly plastic.
Inside it there is a hole through which a cord is passed with a swivel and a leash with a hook sequentially tied at its end. The length of the latter should be from 2 to 5 cm. As a result of such an assembly, the angler receives a sliding installation. The upper part of the equipment is equipped with a rubber stop that prevents the main fishing line from getting confused. The essence of the flat fishing method is that a floating nozzle is placed on the hook, which is located above the feeder itself. The fish, swimming to it, begins to absorb food. As a result, the floating nozzle is very soon in the mouth of production. Foam balls with worms or maggots, corn, etc. can be planted on the hook.