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Match rods are rods with reels and floats. They are designed for long-distance fishing. This type of tackle is used in international competitions.
You can test your skills and hone your fishing skills by taking trophy fishing tours on the Putorana Plateau. The fishing route, rafting, allows you to practice various fishing techniques, from float fishing to spinning. to fly fishing. Landing large trophies of noble predators.
Features and differences of the rod
Match rods are gaining popularity in our country and have their own advantages. Rod lengths start at 13 feet (3.96 m). The rods are equipped with guides. The rod sections fold into each other, making the rod more compact. They are similar to plug-in spinning rods and can help anglers significantly increase their catch rate.
Classic models use spinning reels and special floats:
- Waggler;
- Slider;
- Glider;
- Avon.
These bite alarms have no keel. They help anglers detect bites from up to 20 meters away. These types of floats have their own weights, making them unique in fishing. The downside of match floats is that they are used in open waters except in fast-flowing mountain rivers. The currents prevent their use. However, in the lakes of the Epekli and Agata nature reserves, they can be used to catch a large number of fish.
How to choose a match
When choosing match tackle, it is necessary to consider the rod's construction.
- It should be easy to bend. It's best if the first section also engages during casting. The more metal guides a rod has, the better it is considered.
- Spinning reels are best used with front drags.
- Match rods shouldn't be heavy. Reels are matched to reel seats.
- The rod handle should be long and comfortable, as casting long distances of 20-50 meters requires two hands.
When match fishing, anglers set up several additional stands. These allow them to fish in several baited spots, spaced well apart.
Match Rod Fishing Techniques
Most anglers cast about 20 meters. Competitions are timed, so casting 50 meters is considered unprofitable. When casting, the rod must bend well, as long-distance casts are made with a sharp, snapping motion.
Casting your line during gusts of wind is not recommended. It's best to wait until the wind subsides. This will improve the accuracy of your cast. After casting, the line should be submerged to prevent the float from drifting away too quickly. This is done with a sharp, short motion, lowering the rod tip into the water.
The technique is practiced for successful fishing. To catch more fish, you need to select a target on the opposite bank and cast to its landmarks. The cast is made about 5 meters further from the baited spot. Then, by reeling in the line, you get to the desired location.
Match fishing is no easy feat. Therefore, prospective competitors strive to practice before their competitions. The various trophy tours of the Putorana Plateau are ideal for this. The main focus is on hooking, which is considered particularly challenging in this type of fishing, as it is constantly performed in a variety of ways.
Most often, the hook is set with a moderate arc. At these moments, the rods are held almost vertically. In windy conditions, it's important to know the hooking technique. For example, when the wind is blowing from the left, the rod is moved to the right, along a lower trajectory.
