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Getting The Right Ice Fishing Rod
from:Choosing the correct ice fishing rod is important as you don’t want to have to deal with problems with equipment when you are out on the lake. Spending some time getting a rod that will meet all your needs is a good idea since they are undoubtedly one of the most important factors in being able to bring in the big fish.
Ice fishing rods, since they are not required for casting, don’t need to be as flexibly and certainly not as strong as typical summer fishing rods, but they do need to be sturdy and strong to support the drag of the fish on the end of the line. Remember that there will be more of a vertical drag on the end of the ice fishing rod that there will be in traditional fishing, and the last thing that you should have to worry about is the rod breaking or the end snapping off.
Typically most ice fishing enthusiasts prefer a twenty-eight inch ice fishing rod that has medium action and is considered to be a jigging rod. This rod will be perfect for walleye, whitefish and most types of trout. A lighter action is excellent for smaller species such as perch, and a heavier action will be ideal for the larger species of pike and even some of the heavy lake trout.
Another important consideration for an ice fishing rod is the action along the blank. A slow action rod is very stiff with little flexibility or bend, and typically will not allow enough sensation for the angler to feel the fish nibbling at the lure or bait. Remember that fish tend to strike much less and nibble more at bait and lures during the winter, so it is key to be able to feel the action on the end of the line. Rods than have too much flexibility will be ineffective in bringing the fish towards the surface.
Ice fishing rods for jigging or using artificial bait are often fast action or ultra-fast action rods that allow the angler to feel the fish on the line and set the hook. Graphite rods offer a strong enough backbone to reel in the fish without bending too much or breaking. It is important to keep in mind that graphite does become more fragile and brittle in really cold temperatures so many ice anglers choose to use a fiberglass ice fishing rod and sacrifice a bit on sensitivity to get increased durability in their equipment.
Ice Fishing Tip Up News
Modern ice fishing:_no excuses not to hit the hard water - FishingWorld.com
Modern ice fishing:_no excuses not to hit the hard water FishingWorld.com, TX - The Beaver Dam tip-ups are great because if they freeze in, I can kick them out, and they stay in good shape. I_still keep a chisel to help check ice ... |
Ice fishing action is heating up as ice begins to get thicker - Albert Lea Tribune
Ice fishing action is heating up as ice begins to get thicker Albert Lea Tribune, MN - Look to the shallow bays for pike in six to 18 feet of water with tip-ups and sucker minnows. PARK RAPIDS — Ice conditions are looking good. ... |
Fishing starts with a good rod and reel - Sierra Sun
Fishing starts with a good rod and reel Sierra Sun, CA - I talked to a father with his 22-month-old son at Donner Lake recently, and they were using a small ice fishing rod and reel. It was a perfect size setup ... |
Outdoors calendar - Green Bay Press Gazette
Outdoors calendar Green Bay Press Gazette, WI - Friday — New ice electronics, 3-5 pm; Hookset tip-up demo, 4-8 pm; winter camping and cooking demos, 5-8 pm Saturday — Ice gear Q&A, 9 am-noon; ... |
Minnesota Fishing Report - Jamestown Sun
Minnesota Fishing Report Jamestown Sun, ND - Anglers were just starting to hit the ice early this week so fishing reports are limited. The good news is that the ice is shaping up very nicely on all ... |
