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Most experienced fishermen adore and love ice fishing more than regular fishing. And if you combine two favorite hobbies—hunting and fishing—you can confidently say life is a success. Not everyone succeeds in combining these two favorite activities.
But when you go on a spring goose hunting trip on the Putorana Plateau, dreams come true. When you're not hunting geese, you can grab winter fishing rods, drill ice holes, and fish for various Siberian predators. A trip to the taiga region of Turukhansk is a dream come true for many fishermen and hunters.
A helicopter ride into the bosom of the nature reserve, right from the start of the tour, fulfills most people's dreams, and fishing and hunting make this experience unforgettable. The key is to have excellent gear and a good fishing arsenal. We suggest finding out which reels are among the best for winter spinning.
Top 3 Popular Reels for Winter Fishing
Spin fishing, even in winter, is always a fascinating pastime. The following models have become especially popular for winter ice fishing:
13 Fishing Descent Ice Reel
An American-made baitcasting reel that allows you to catch grayling, perch, and pike even in the most severe frosts. The design is perfect:
· The body is made of graphite;
· Left-hand aluminum handle;
· Stainless steel bearings;
· Friction brake with instant anti-reverse, which is easy to adjust.
The reel can withstand temperatures down to -50°C, allowing you to catch predators weighing up to 5 kg.
Stinger Arctic Char Pro 60
This model, made from the most durable materials, surpasses the previous reel in temperature ratings. It allows fishing in temperatures down to -60°C. This left-handed reel is designed for fishing with winter gloves. Another advantage is its light weight, weighing only 85 grams. The entire structure is made of polyamide.
COLUMBIA FAL65-SL 4+1-BB
This reputable brand's product features adjustable drag and is made from ultra-durable, frost-resistant materials. This inertial reel offers a very smooth action, regardless of the fishing weather.
Advantages of the model:
· Has a comfortable long leg;
· You can fish in warm winter gloves;
· A specially designed case is included;
· The gear ratio is 3.5:1.
At 270 grams, the reel is lighter than many others. This is significantly heavier than previous options, but in trophy fishing, the weight of the rod itself is often unimportant. The main thing is to catch substantial and large trophies.
Final conclusion
Each of the models presented above is capable of significantly increasing the number of fish caught, and when combining fishing with hunting, as in the Putorana, they become practically indispensable.
Experienced anglers may have other top-of-the-line reels in their arsenal. However, those listed above have garnered numerous positive reviews online. This clearly speaks to their high quality, both in construction and in performance.
