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Winter fishing on the Putorana Plateau can take place during the spring goose hunt. As the saying goes, it's two in one. Many hunters try to sit over a hole in the ice during their free time. And to keep fishing gear to a minimum, lures (balda, microbalda) that don't require additional bait (maggots, bloodworms, etc.) are ideal.
What are the features and advantages of the baits?
1. Balda The "spinner" and its micro counterpart are a drop-shaped sinker equipped with a double hook. They are most often used to catch predators such as perch and pike. Of course, landing noble fish like salmon is much less common, but it does happen.
2. Making these types of jig-less lures is quite simple. You'll need a molten drop of lead or a split sinker and hooks.
3. You can catch predators with a jig in the summer. It's often used on spinning rods, and the lure is sure to yield trophies.
4. During severe frosts, a microbalda becomes the best option. It allows you to catch even inactive predatory fish.
5. You can assemble a simple bait setup right on the shore. Then enjoy the catch.
How to do the rigging yourself?
To create the most effective, baitless bait, you will need a minimum of fishing gear, namely:
• It is necessary to have the smallest swivel;
• Split lead plate;
• A pair of hooks of the same size;
• Beads of any color.
All of the above materials are installed on a fishing line. Let's take a step-by-step look at what needs to be installed and when:
1. The swivel goes first. It needs to be clamped into the slot in the split lead plate. Superglue can be used for added strength.
2. For micro-jigging, hooks should be selected according to the future size of the lure. They shouldn't be much larger than the plate.
3. Tie the first hook to the fishing line and put on the beads.
4. Next, we attach the weight with a swivel, and at the end of the rig we tie the 2nd hook.
5. Secure the tackle with a non-slip loop, using the familiar figure-eight hook. More experienced anglers can use a non-slip loop, which is significantly more complex than the previous one.
Important: The hook points of the lure should point in different directions. It's important to remember that the micro-bait's hooks remain active. A bead is placed on the lure for this purpose. During the retrieve and play, the hooks create a variety of movements, effectively attracting even inactive predators. You can use just one hook. This lure works well in winter fishing, landing significant catches.
Conclusion
A lure made directly on the ice can yield good catches without the need for additional bait. Its hooks can be completely bare, and this won't affect the number of predatory fish caught. Perch, pike, and other predators will constantly attack the micro jig in large numbers. Therefore, this lure without a bait is currently considered the most promising and effective. To catch large predators while ice fishing, many anglers use micro jigs. read
