Each fisherman chooses a gear in accordance with the conditions of the reservoir, the method of fishing, as well as personal preferences. One of the relatively new and catching gear is ultralight spinning. What it is, its features and reviews of fishermen will be considered in the article.
What is ultralight?
Spinning is a specially designed fishing rod with a reel designed to catch fish, usually predatory, on artificial and natural baits. The fishing process consists of throwing them in a pond and subsequent posting. When fishing from a boat or a heavily overgrown shore, when you need to throw the bait away, this type of gear can be used as a bottom fishing rod.
Spinning ultralight, as the name suggests, is the lightest and most sensitive version of the rod, which is why it got the name “whip” among fishing enthusiasts. But despite the apparent fragility, such a spinning is able to fish out a fish weighing up to 5 kg. Although its main purpose is to catch not too large predatory inhabitants of rivers, lakes and seas. Nowadays, ultralight spinning rods are made from the best modern materials using the latest technologies. Therefore, they are distinguished by a high level of strength, reliability and comfort in use.
Benefits
According to reviews, ultralight spinning attracts all fishing enthusiasts, regardless of their experience, the possibility of using microbait. This extends fishing opportunities. Almost always, the fish willingly bite on ultralight baits, but it is almost impossible to cast them with harder rods.
Whether it’s ultralight! With a significant margin of safety, this tackle allows you to fish even highly resistant fish. Due to its high sensitivity, it will help to catch the most careful and cunning prey. This tackle makes it possible to precisely hit the "catchy" places and is suitable for any body of water. All this makes fishing with the help of such a spinning rod a very promising activity.
Reviews of fishermen
Choosing an expensive or budget spinning ultralight, it is first of all advised to pay attention to the rod itself. It consists of a blank, a handle with a reel seat and rings. The upper ring is called "tulip" and most often breaks during operation. Therefore, fishermen recommend that you definitely purchase a tube for carrying and storing gear and very carefully remove the instrument from it and return it to its place.
The rings must be correctly installed, and their attachment points should not have any visible flaws.
When choosing a spinning rod, they also pay attention to the tip of the whip. It should not have any seams and defects.
The spinning handle can be of various shapes. The main thing is that it fits perfectly in the palm of your hand. The single-part handle consists of a cork and a reel seat; in the two-part one there is also a cork knob.
Rod length
Ultralights are available in lengths from approximately one and a half to two and a half meters. The choice of length depends on in which places fishing will take place predominantly. For fishing from a boat or from bushes overgrown with shrubs, choose a short fishing rod up to two meters long. The disadvantage of short spinning is that it is difficult to circle obstacles with its help.
Long forms are used for casting an ultralight bait weighing up to 1 gram on an ultra-thin fishing line and for fishing in large bodies of water from a coast free of vegetation. When using bait weighing more than 2 g, the length of the rod does not affect the casting distance. The average universal spinning length for fishing in various water bodies is approximately two meters.
Bait weight test
Choosing the best spinning ultralight, you need to consider its test. It can be determined by the weight of the bait or fishing line. According to the test of the used bait, all ultralight spinning rods are divided into three types:
- Lightest Extra ultralight (XUL). Designed for fishing on short and medium cast baits weighing up to 2.5 g.
- Medium Super ultralight (SUL). Designed to use bait weighing up to 3.5 g.
- The most common category is Ultralight (UL). To work with baits weighing up to 5 g. The most durable and practical of all, therefore it is they who are recommended to choose for novice anglers.
An important characteristic of ultralight is a test on the parameters of the line used. This is an indicator of the upper and lower limit of the line load on the gap.
The figures for permissible loads are usually given in pounds. When using a fishing line with a breaking load less than the lower limit, you can lose tackle with bait in the event of a hook. If this indicator is more than the maximum value, you can easily break the form.
What is a blank form?
This important parameter shows how spinning behaves under the influence of a load. The sensitivity of the form, the accuracy of getting into a given place, and the ability to overcome the resistance of large fish depend on it. There are three types of forms depending on the system.
The fast action rod bends in the upper part under loads. It has high sensitivity, but is not intended for long casts. Commonly used for microjig fishing.
The medium order blank will initially bend at the top and then in the middle. It is quite sensitive, durable and suitable for long casting. Beginner anglers are advised to choose forms with a medium order.
Forms with a slow formation bend evenly along the entire length. They are more suitable than others for long casts and have good durability and sensitivity for hunting large fish. Most often they are caught on wobblers from them.
Currently available whips of mixed medium-fast formation bend in the upper third and are especially popular with experienced anglers.
What material to prefer?
The main materials for the manufacture of ultralight are fiberglass, carbon fiber (carbon) and composite mixtures.
If the buyer is used to fishing for heavy tackle, but sometimes changes it to a more modern and lighter rod, it is recommended to purchase a budget ultralight fiberglass spinning for the adaptation period. These whips are relatively inexpensive, strong enough and do not need special care. Their main disadvantages are high weight and fragility compared to other forms.
It is believed that the best models are made of carbon fiber. They cost much more, but "it is worth it." These whips compare favorably with the rest in lightness, large margin of safety and excellent balance. Only carbon blanks quickly dampen vibrations, and this is very important immediately after casting, as well as when hooking and fishing fish. However, polycarbonate rods require a careful attitude, since they do not tolerate shock loads.
Composite materials produce mid-priced whips. However, recently it has become possible to acquire budget models from this material. Having a sufficient level of strength, lightness and reliability, they have established themselves as the most practical, convenient and unpretentious.
Aiko cyclone
Perhaps one of the best budget options is the Aiko ultralight spinning rod, which is a universal whip for fishing on various baits (turntables, spinner baits, silicone oscillators and wobblers). Suitable for both beginners and experienced anglers.
The form is made of inexpensive carbon fiber, which makes it possible to use all the advantages of this material at a very reasonable price. Spinning ultralight "Ayko" is reliable, it will not break from the first careless movement. It has a medium-quick formation, allows long-range casting with high accuracy. Thanks to this it is universal, it allows you to fish almost anywhere. It is distinguished by a solid assembly using inexpensive, but high-quality components.
The blank is equipped with lightweight anti-overlap design rings, which allows you not to worry about the safety of the rod when fishing in difficult conditions. Sold in a convenient case, which is usually not included in the configuration of budget spinning rods.
Favorite
Another budget option is the spinning ultralight Favorite. This company specializes in the production of inexpensive high-quality rods for all spinning fishing methods.
The Blue Bird quick-action model has an average length of just over two meters. Very sensitive, allows you to far and accurately cast miniature baits.
Spinning ultralight “Favorite” is unpretentious, according to reviews, it is almost indestructible and forgives all mistakes to beginners. A decent combination of price / quality makes this model very popular among anglers.
Volzhanka
Spinning ultralight Volzhanka of Russian production is made of carbon fiber and, having all the advantages of carbon rods, it costs significantly less than its foreign counterparts. A wide range of products of this brand allows you to choose the gear most suitable for specific fishing conditions.
Knowing how to choose the right spinning ultralight, everyone will be able to purchase a suitable model that will be durable and catchy.