A spider (or lift) is a traditional and rather ancient fish tackle, consisting of a piece of fishing net with wire, which is fixed to arcs, and then to a pole equipped with a rope. In the world there are many adaptations for productive fishing; but spider fishing deserves a separate, closer look. Over the centuries, this tackle has not actually changed its design, and today it is still quoted among avid fishermen aimed at success and result.
A bit of history
Who and when came up with spider fishing is difficult to say today. It is known that as a fishing tool a prototype of gear existed in ancient times as deep as it was used in different countries. Only a few features have changed, but the basic principle of spider fishing has remained virtually unchanged. Although the tackle may seem at first and the wrong method of fishing, but it is very exciting and quite humane, because it brings the fisherman an indescribable sense of superiority. And with the help of a network trap, trophies remain safe and sound. Let everyone catch or pick up - everyone decides individually for himself!
Description of appearance
Spider fishing is pretty easy to implement. What is a simple trap? This is a square-shaped network consisting of cells of various sizes, which are stretched to each other in proportion to the four corners of the arc. At the same time, each of them is embedded in the cross one of the ends. The cross itself is attached to a pole (with or without a rope and block) or simply to a rope, in case of spider fishing, for example, from a bridge, when there is no need for a pole, and the tackle is lifted by the cord. The guide pole should be movable and play the role of a lever.
Tactics and Strategy
Small creeks and streams are quite suitable for the above gear, which flow into larger bodies of water. It is worth saying that spider fishing at night is more effective than in the daytime. It is better to ensure that the water is opaque, opaque, then the fish will be more confident in tackle. The ski lift is thrown almost close to the coastline, and below the place where the fisherman is, strictly downstream. The elevator will work more efficiently if its frame is at an angle of 45 degrees, the depth is half a meter or a little more.
In order for the prey to be better captured, sometimes along the perimeter of the gear vertical walls are fixed from a grid 10 to 20 centimeters high. But in order to catch, for example, bottom fish, such as a ruff with a minnier or burbot, this improvement will not make any practical sense. Fishing for small fish goes well - catching smelt with a spider is highly effective. Of course, if it matters to you.
However, it should be remembered that spider fishing in the spring during the spawning period of various fish species is prohibited and extremely undesirable, since it causes significant damage to the population of aquatic inhabitants. But by the way, during periods of spawning, it is not allowed by other gear.
How to make a spider for fishing
The dimensions of this gear can be different, most often - an area of a square meter or more (sometimes up to nine). A small spider is used to catch fry and then use them as live bait for larger prey. Characteristically, the larger the size of the selected gear, the easier it will be to catch large fish. However, it is not necessary to increase the size in vain more than dictated by objective reasons, because then the rise speed will drop, the advantage of a large spider will be lost, and the prey will simply emerge from the trap.
Even more subtle - the larger the spider is used, the more physical strength will be required from the fisherman himself, because it is not easy to drag a large catch, lifting it quickly enough through the water column.
Do it yourself
The design of the spider is quite simple. To make a tackle, first of all you need a strong crosspiece where arcs will be inserted. The more powerful it is, the less construction will be less shaky. Some fishermen make arcs from plastic pipes of small diameter. Metal rods can be used. Well and, of course, a fishing net with not too large cells.
The arcs should be equal in length. They should be inserted into the cross (it is desirable to make a collapsible design). A strong eye is made on the crosspiece, where the pole will be inserted. The network is attached to the ends of the arcs with the help of fasteners (you can screw ordinary bolts of the appropriate size) and stretched. You can attach a block to the pole through which the cord of the lift will pass. That's all: you can go fishing.
How to take out
You can take out the tackle using various options. Small spiders, as a rule, stretch, fingering the cord with their hands. This method is common when caught from a pier, pier, bridge. When fishing from the coastal zone or from a boat, the most effective use of a pole. It should be strong to the maximum, not more than two meters long (if a large spider - then more).
Huge spiders are taken out of the water using standard devices: long poles with rotating blocks at the end through which the rope is passed, as well as using structures resembling cranes in wells. They look like long arrows pivotally mounted on a support dug into the shore, and at the end (on the short side) the load is fixed.
In general, as we see, such fishing is an exciting and not too complicated action. And quite effective: especially if the place and time are chosen correctly. Well, the tackle matches the size of the proposed trophy. Good luck everyone!