Matching tackle: device, setting

Match tackle is an interesting, and most importantly, an effective method of fishing, which, due to its specificity, enjoys little popularity, especially among beginners. At the same time, in skillful hands the match tackle can become a real ranged weapon, and under certain conditions it is simply irreplaceable. Today we will look at the device of match gear, learn how to use it, and what advantages it has in relation to other types of fishing.

general characteristics

In most reservoirs, fish, especially large fish, prefer to stay at a decent distance from the shore. Therefore, it is unlikely that it will be possible to catch this fish without long-distance casting. Catching a match tackle allows you to catch a large area without resorting to the use of boats. Of course, there are other ways of long-distance casting, the most famous of which is the feeder. It is not necessary to talk about what is more effective, a match or a feeder, since both methods are good under certain conditions. Feeder is more effective when catching on stream, as it involves the use of heavy rigging, and the match - on standing water, due to the use of float equipment.

If the differences of the match from the feeder are obvious, then the Bologna tackle is more complicated, because it also involves long casting and the use of float equipment. In this regard, many newcomers are wondering: "What is the difference between Bologna and match gear?" The difference is actually quite significant. It consists in the fact that the Bologna tackle is caught in the wiring on the current, the match is the same - on standing water, and if it is on the current, then without the accent on the wiring.

In order to fully discover the potential of match fishing and to receive only positive impressions from it, you should take extreme care in selecting gears. So, let's find out how to put together a match tackle.

Rod

First of all, as in any other kind of fishing, a fishing rod is selected. For the match forms are used in the length from 4 to 4.5 meters, with a test of 5-25 grams and a large number of rings on high legs. The main criterion in choosing such a fishing rod is not the manufacturer and not the external attractiveness, but the ability to quickly extinguish the tip vibrations that occur during casting and to provide sufficient metatric forces. When choosing a rod, they need to shake in assembled form. If, after stopping the hand, the fishing rod quickly restores its position, it means that it is suitable for match fishing. As a rule, these rods are assembled from three knees. Manufacturers of modern carbon forms are constantly improving, so the market can find a lot of good options at a very reasonable price.

Coil

In a tandem with a match rod must work a special coil. Spinning models are not suitable here. The reel for a match has such distinctive features:

1. Shallow, but wide spool. In the match tackle, a thin fishing line and light loading are used. When using a deep spool, its high sides will prevent the line from descending, thereby reducing the casting distance. In this case it is desirable to choose a large-diameter spool that allows increasing the speed of winding and securing the line from rapid wear.
2. High gear ratio. The match coil should not be less than 5.5. Thanks to fast winding, you can save valuable time. The efficiency and comfort of fishing depends on this quality of the coil.
3. The lightness of the product and the small power of the mechanism. On the float match tackle is caught mostly small fish, so there is no need to use a massive coil.

Leska

The match uses a special fishing line, which can be recognized on the counter by the inscriptions: Match Line, SuperMatch, Sinking and so on. You can, of course, use a simple fishing line, but such a tackle will be less effective.

The main requirements for the line for the match:

1. The minimum memory. The line should not be taken by rings.
2. It should be good to drown. Match fishing is possible only with a hooked line. Floating line will demolish the float at the slightest wind and surface current. Here it is worth noting that the line itself does not sink - it needs to be poured.
3. Dark color. On this line, the markers are clearly visible, which help the fisherman control the distance of the catch.

The diameter of the main line for catching small and medium fish, as a rule, does not exceed 0.14 mm. This line is equipped with a match tackle for crucian carp, roach, scraper and other non-large fish. If the rig has a large weight (more than 12 grams), then you can put a fishing line with a diameter of 0.16 mm. Well, to catch a large fish, for example carp, and use a 0.18-mm fishing line. Choosing a fishing line for the match, you need to consider that it, on the one hand, should be strong enough, and on the other - to have as little sailing and weight.

Float

The most important component of catching a match tackle is the float. In this type of fishing, floats 25-35 cm long, usually with full or at least partial loading, are used. The main distinguishing feature of the match float is its good aerodynamics.

Floats for the match are of these types:

1. With adjustable load. This is the most universal and common type. Adjust the loading is necessary in order to adjust the tackle under certain conditions of catching. For example, in shallow water, where rigging weighs 0.5 grams confidently plunge to the bottom, the float is loaded to the maximum. When fishing at great depth, the weight of the rigging increases, and the float decreases.
2. With fixed loading. In order for the angler to be able to adapt his tackle to certain conditions, his arsenal should have a set of such floats.
3. Not loaded. They are used in the match in some cases, when the bulk of the cargo being thrown should be on the rig (current presence, greater depth, and so on).

When choosing a float, it is worth paying attention to its antenna. A well-marked thick antenna made of a sealed tube does not fit all the conditions of catching. Recently, floats with thick open tubes are very popular. The carrying capacity of such antennas is small, which means that they are very sensitive. There are floats, which are equipped with a set of removable antennas, different colors and characteristics. As for color, the general rule for float fishing is that the sunny day should use bright antennas, and on cloudy days - black.

When choosing a float, one should think first of all about how it will fly, and then about its sensitivity and elegance. Otherwise it will no longer be a match fishing.

Fastening the float

In the match, the installation of the float can be:

1. Deaf. If possible, this method of installation should be preferred, since the blind hardware works better and is controlled. The drawback of this method is that casting long-distance installation is problematic. Therefore, it is only used when fishing at a depth of up to three meters.
2. Sliding. A match tackle with a sliding float is applied forcedly, when fishing at a depth of over three meters. The float is attached to the clutch, which freely moves along the line. To fix it at the right depth, special stops are used, which normally pass through the rings when casting.

Leash and hook

At match fishing, the angler does not have the opportunity to see the slightest bites, which are noticeable when catching at a short distance. Therefore, there is no need to talk about instantaneous cutting and forcing events. To compensate for rough equipment and a heavy float, small hooks are used, attached to very thin leashes. With such equipment, the fish bravely leads and decisively swallows the hook.

The line for the leash should be thinner than the main line, as far as possible, taking into account the weight of the proposed production. The length of the leash varies in the limit of 25-50 cm. The size of the hook should also be as small as possible. The color of the hook is matched to the color of the bait / bait.

The leash is recommended to attach to the main line through a small swivel. This will compensate for the twisting of the leash, which occurs when vyvazhivanii because of the sail load.

To increase the information value of match gear, many anglers overload the float so that only the tip of the float remains above the water, which is clearly visible among the waves. In this case, even with a slight bite, it will go under water or rise, and become more noticeable. This will indicate that it's time to get ready for the sweep.

Consider in more detail the installation of match gear.

Silent accessories

A standard blank match tackle on a roach, crucian and a scallop, for catching on standing water, consists of:

1. Float buoyancy from 10 to 14 grams, with a sensitive antenna and adjustable load.
2. The main line is 0.14 mm in diameter.
3. Loads from pellets with a total weight of 1.5 g.
4. A weight of 0.2 g, located 70 cm from the pellets.
5. Leash from a 0.8-mm long fishing line 30 cm long.
6. Hook No. 18.

If necessary, this rig can be adapted to other fishing conditions. If there is a small depth and standing water on the pond, then the fishing line can be reduced, and the float load, respectively, is increased by the same amount. If there is a current on the pond, or the wind has played out, then the fishing line is enlarged, and the float is reduced.

If a large fish starts to peck during fishing, it is better to resort to using a thicker line (the spare spool should always be at hand). To thick the leash was invisible, the depth is selected in such a way that it completely lies on the bottom. When catching large fish, this practice is quite familiar. The information content of the float in this case is reduced, but it is not needed here, because the large fish itself is detected reliably.
Sliding accessories

The equipment consists of the same elements as the previous one, but there are some nuances in its installation. The rate of bait immersion here depends on the weight of the load. In standing water, usually use this rule - 1 meter of depth is equal to 1 gram of loading. Thus, for fishing at a depth of 5 meters, you need to hang on the line 4-5 grams of cargo. Such a heavy load is necessary in order to help the fishing line pass through the bushing of the float and deliver the nozzle to the required place as soon as possible. On the current, the mass of weights increases at least twice. Here everything depends on the strength of the current and the depth of the catch. As a rule, the current ratio of the mass of weights and the float is selected experimentally. That's why it's more convenient to use floats with adjustable loading.

On unregulated floats, the mass of cargo, which must be fixed on the line, is written after the "+" sign. For example, if the float is written "8 + 4", it means that its own load is 8 grams, and on the line you need to hang 4 more grams.

Weight of float

The weight of the float depends on the casting distance, the thickness of the line, the strength of the wind, the strength of the current and the depth. The heavier the conditions of catching, the greater the weight of the rigging, and the less weight there is on the float. For example, a float with a load of "3 + 7" (here it does not matter if it is sliding or deaf), is suitable for catching from a long distance, at considerable depth, in standing water. The same loading formula is suitable for medium distance, medium depth and underwater current. In some conditions, you can also use a floating float.

It should be taken into account that the flight of rigging depends on the mass ratio of the float and the weights. If these masses are approximately equal, then there will not be a "leader" in flight, and the rigging will often be confused. In addition, the entanglement of the rigging is caused by the sailness of the line during the splashdown. To avoid this, at the end of casting by braking the line, it is necessary to straighten it into a straight line.

How to set up a match tackle?

Number of weights . When installing any float equipment, one should take into account a simple rule - the smaller the weight on the line, the more stable the rigging works and the less it gets confused. In any case, increase the number of weights is only for those who mastered the technique of catching. In a match tackle for beginners, as a rule, one sinker-olive and a bag is enough.

Casting distance . In match fishing, casting, if possible, is carried out 5-10 meters further than the catching place. This is necessary in order not to frighten off the fish, concentrated in a nourished place. In addition, the reserve of distance is necessary in order to drown the fishing line.

Casting. Match tackle usually rushes from behind the head. When the rods are retracted, the forelock left in the front indicates the direction of casting. Novice anglers sometimes throw a match tackle from behind their shoulders.

Check for no overlap . Before casting, you need to raise the rod upward, pulling the line with your fingers, make sure that it passes through the rings without overlapping. Otherwise, during a sharp cast, the float and rigging can come off, and go on a free flight. Because of such nuances for beginners, the match tackle may seem too complicated, but it is not.

Straightening of the line . In the final stage of casting, it is necessary to slow down the fishing line with your finger, so that the formed "sail" is straightened, and the fishing line fell into the water level.

Priming the line . Having braked the flight of the rigging, it is necessary to close the arc of the forest depositor with hands and quickly exhaust the slack. Immediately after this, you need to make a short sweep with the fishing rod to the side, pull the line into the string and flood it. If the fishing line is not completely drowned, then the "rewind-twitching" procedure should be repeated. Leaving the line on the surface of the water is highly discouraged. Then the tip of the rod slightly drops into the water, and the line is exhausted to the marker marking the appropriate distance.

Marking of the line . Having chosen a suitable distance of catching, it should be marked with a special white marker on the line near the coil. The white marker stands out well on the line, especially if it's dark. In the process of catching the mark periodically need to be updated.

Measurement of depth . Determination of the depth of match gear if and causes difficulties, except perhaps for beginners. The depth is determined by a simple selection. The only nuance - all the sinkers need to move to one place. If the float is drowned when casting, then the depth set is not enough. If it pops up - on the contrary. The main thing here is to throw in one point.

Catching and sweeping . When the fisherman expects a bite, when observing the float, the tip of the rod should be under water at a depth of up to 40 centimeters. Slacks between the fishing rod and the float should not be. When cutting, the fishing rod is slightly raised and a sharp swing to the side is carried out. Due to the fact that the line is not taken out of the water, the transfer of effort from the tip of the rod to the leash with the hook is the fastest.

Shock leader . Shock leader is called a piece of thick fishing line, the length of two fishing rods, which is attached between the main fishing line and the leash and serves to reduce the risk of breakage when casting and the final stage of the vyvazhivaniya. In match fishing, the shock leader is used when using a float weighing more than 20 grams, since the presence of extra nodes on the line has a bad effect on the casting distance and can lead to entanglement.

The Bait . In match fishing, the baits must be thrown at the same point. It is rather difficult to do this, especially for novice anglers. To facilitate the procedure of point feeding the fish, it is recommended to use a special slingshot. Pick it up, depending on the casting distance. For example, for the delivery of bait for a distance of 30 meters will be enough slingshot of low power. With each cast is to stretch the rubber slingshot to the same length. In addition, the casting range can be adjusted by changing the elevation angle. Balls need to try to make the same size. After several training sessions, you can achieve quite acceptable results.