No other predatory fish is as fascinating to anglers as the pike. Catching this arrow-shaped fish with its beak-like head and pointed teeth puts a big grin on every angler's face. Due to the fact that pike can grow up to 1.50 meters long and weigh up to 20 kilograms, you will need reliable tackle from Tackle Deals in addition to an attractive body.
When choosing the right pike rod, several things are crucial: the fishing technique used, the rod length and casting weight and, last but not least, personal preference. The pike rod generally has a tip action, which means that the power is primarily concentrated at the tip of the rod. The advantage of this is that you can perform quick actions, for example to entice the fish.
If you primarily fish from a boat, shorter rods are more practical for you. When fishing from the bank, choose longer models accordingly. A good mix of the two are rods from 2.30 meters to 2.45 meters in length, which you can use both for fishing from a boat and for a long cast from the bank.
You choose the casting weight depending on the body size and weight. With a casting weight of 10 to 90 grams, you cover a wide range.
In addition to a suitable rod, fishing for pike requires a suitable reel. An important criterion is that your line runs easily so that you can actively shape the fishing action. You can choose between stationary reels or multi reels. Both variants have their advantages and disadvantages, which need to be weighed up personally.
When it comes to line, you have the choice between monofilament or braided lines. As some specimens can reach a considerable size, you should definitely prefer a braided line with a load capacity of 8 to 18 kilograms if you are fishing with large fish.
There are several ways to catch predatory fish. Starting with Baitfish, soft lures, hardbaits, spinners and spoons, you have a wide range of lures to choose from. Depending on the water and preference of the fish, you should carry several bait variants in your fishing tackle box to test the best variant on the water.
For the hook size, size 2 to 1 is recommended, or sizes 1/0 to 4/0 as a single hook for a rubber fish or as a treble hook for fishing with catfish.
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