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Choosing the Right Fishing Gear
When traversing the Siberian route, it's important to know what tackle will help you catch noble predators, such as grayling, lenok, whitefish, taimen, brown trout, char, perch, and pike. While the latter species aren't too picky, there are some tricks for catching the others.
What tackle is better for catching taimen or lenok?
These predators require specialized lures, reels, and spinning rods. To catch, for example, lenok, a salmonid, many anglers use jigs in winter. Since this predator is most often found in the upper reaches of cold, fast-flowing Siberian rivers, many use spinning rods to catch this species in summer and fall. Lures include spoons, wobblers, and baits.
It feeds on various types of larvae, small fish, and frogs, and can attack rodents, especially in the summer and fall. Therefore, we encourage tourists to try catching it not only with a spoon but also with a mouse. This type of bait attracts relatively large predators. The same can be said for the taimen. This predator also enjoys feeding on rodents, but unfortunately, this species is considered rarer. Therefore, anglers consider catching a representative of this salmonid species a success.
Tackle for catching whitefish and grayling
These fish inhabit crystal-clear waters, fast-flowing rivers, and lakes, so several types of tackle are used to catch whitefish or grayling. They are cautious and shy, and the clear water helps them escape anglers. But hunting these fish is considered one of the most exciting. A variety of tackle is used, from fishing rods with floats to spinning rods. The main criterion is the lure. Small lures are chosen, and the rest is up to the individual.
Whitefish and grayling are primarily caught with a fishing rod, but the float is crucial. It should be extremely heavy and have thick antennae to allow long casts and detect bites. Grayling, unlike whitefish, are not as picky about tackle, but anglers should still pay special attention to line. Thin, transparent lines are most often used to catch these species.
Gear for catching char
This predatory fish can be found in bodies of water with a flat bottom, strewn with rocks. Furthermore, the char dislikes light and hides in great depths. Only on cloudy days does it rise higher in the river than on clear days. Many people like to catch char with a rod, and large salmon eggs are the best bait; boiled, raw, and sometimes even spoiled eggs can be used. When spinning, the fishing conditions are similar to those for other predatory salmonids. It's important to keep in mind that char most often inhabit the shore, so catching them requires some skill. This predator is also caught with a fly during the warmer months. If a char spots the bait, it readily attacks.
How to catch perch and pike
As we mentioned above, these predators will turn to almost anything. They can sometimes be caught even with an empty hook. Lures can range from wobblers and spoons to small frogs and mice. Pike, being blind, attack when they detect sonar sounds. Therefore, they can be caught with a variety of lures. Perch, however, require a slightly different approach, although they are also quite greedy predators that bite irrevocably.
What gear is suitable for fishing on the Putorana Plateau?
Various baits and tackle are used to catch various fish in the reserve's rivers and lakes. It all depends on the fish you want to catch and how. After all, anglers have a wide range of methods and techniques at their disposal. A visit to the Putorana Plateau will introduce you to trolling, fly fishing, and spinning, and you'll have the chance to try your hand at catching a serious trophy with a rod. You'll see the unique nature surrounding the reserve and experience unforgettable feelings in this beautiful Siberian land.
