How to make jigs at home. How to make a summer jig. Homemade jig "Boat" for fishing in shallow waters

There are dozens of varieties of jigs. They differ from each other in size, shape, and color. Choosing just one from this variety is not an easy task, especially for a novice fisherman.

However, there are some criteria that any good jig must meet. And therefore, before you make a jig with your own hands at home, you undoubtedly need to know the general rules.

General rules

Weight

Mormyshki can be heavy or light. Heavy ones are needed in cases where the fish bites very carefully and the size of the bait should be as small as possible. To make a heavy jig use hard metal alloys. These materials have one significant drawback - they are poorly processed. For this reason, the edges of the holes in the jig cannot be made smooth, and when hooking and landing fish, they damage the fishing line. It is not difficult to get rid of this drawback - you need to insert a piece of radio insulation into the hole. Light jigs are used in cases where delicate play is needed. They are made of plastic and elastic nylon. Light jig diameter- about 1.5-2 mm, and the weight ranges from 0.1 to 35 g. If you need ease in your upcoming fishing, you can make tungsten jigs with your own hands - you’ll hit the bull’s eye.

Form

When the fish searches for food, it relies on vision, hearing, smell and touch, as well as vibrations in water. A good bait should perfectly imitate the behavior of the food in order for the fish to be interested in it. Some anglers believe that the shape of the bait does not matter to the fish. This is true - the fish eat bait in the form of crackers, porridge balls and other things. However great importance for fish has the behavior of a bait - that is, the fisherman's game. A the performance of a jig greatly depends on its shape. Therefore, it is important to know what kind of play a certain shape provides. In addition, most bites occur at those moments when the jig is in close proximity to the bottom. How she will behave at this time also depends on the form.:

• the jig, flattened at the top and bottom, raises the mud and plays in close proximity to the bottom;
• jig in the shape of a droplet or pellet create mud fountains when they hit the bottom;
• flat jig forms clouds of turbidity and at the same time slightly disperses them;
• The “Ural” jig and the “ant” almost do not deviate from the vertical during the game, but their hooks turn to the right and left;
• "barrel" and "devil" with barely noticeable play, they bury their hooks in the mud. When moving vertically, it does not deviate to the side;
• The cone-shaped jig, upon contact with the bottom, enters the upper layer of silt. On the surface of the bottom there remains only a hook with a bloodworm attached, onto which the fish goes without fear;
• droplets, oatmeal and the pellets create very weak vibrations in the water column. In the wilderness, when the delicacy of the game is of great importance for fishing, such jigs are irreplaceable.

Color

Hook

Another important point– jig hook. It must be well soldered otherwise the hook will be unreliable, and the probability of the fish getting off the hook is high. Single bend hook recommended. If there is only a double-bend, you need to carry out some manipulations with it - release the tip on the fire and bend it with pliers until it is flush with the fore-end. After this, harden the hook again. After purchasing hooks, they need to be checked. One package can contain both good and bad hooks. Overheated ones are too fragile, and unheated ones are soft. The strength of the hook is determined by pressing the nail on the middle of the shank. Nice hook It bends only with very strong force. To check the sting, you need to stick it into a block of lead, and then try to bend it by holding the forend. If the sting returns to its original position, that means it's good. Also, the tip must be very sharp to ensure strong strikes. Forged hooks are stronger than their counterparts with a forged section, so it is advisable to use them.

DIY jig for crucian carp

1. Hook number 12-14.
2. Soldering iron.
3. Acid.
4. A piece of rubber.
5. Fluoroplastic plate.
6. Thin pin.
7. Oil or lard.

1. Pick up hooks.

1. Tin the hooks using acid and a soldering iron.

1. Make a slit in a piece of rubber and fix the hook in it.

1. Along the edge of the fluoroplastic plate drill shallow holes according to the size of future jigs.

1. Install hook so that the ear is located in the hole of the plate.
2. Heat up the soldering iron, pick up solder and shake it into the hole with the hook.
3. Immediately after this, pierce the still hot solder with a pin. When the solder hardens The pin can be removed by turning it to the sides.

1. Ready.
2. Place a piece of silicone on the hook.

Our video will help you see how to make jigs not only for crucian carp, but also for perch and bream.

Jig (fly) for grayling

1. Hook No. 10.
2. Super glue.
3. Fishing line.
4. Scud back 1/8.
5. Wax.
6. Dabbing thread.
7. Copper wire.
8. Lead wire.
9. Mounting thread.
10. Permanent marker.

1. Attach the hook to the machine. Wind the mounting thread from the ring along the fore-end. This is done so that the lead wire does not spin on the forend.

1. Wind lead wire and secure it with glue.

1. Smooth out the transition from the forend onto the wire with a mounting thread. Then leave the thread at the bend of the hook.

1. Commit fishing line

1. Trim the Scud Back Strip to simplify installation.

1. Commit trimmed strip on the hook.

1. Dabbing thread and wax to form the body.

1. Make legs from copper wire and attach them to the body.

1. Fix the bait mounting film near the ring.

1. Divide the body into segments using fishing line, then secure it to the ring and cut off the excess.

1. Shorten and bend the legs.

1. Permanent marker paint the finished bait.

In practice, it is considered a universal bait; in our video you will learn the main stages of making a wet fly of the Nymph type.

Cat's eye jig

1. Hook with a long shank.
2. Sheet lead.
3. A bead or piece of silicone.
4. Pliers.
5. Super glue.
6. Needle.

1. Cut a piece of lead. It should be slightly smaller in size than the shank of the hook.

1. Bend a piece of lead in half and crimp. Place a hook in the cut and pour glue on it.

1. Cut a piece of silicone and put it on the needle.
2. Turn the needle with silicone over the fire so that it doesn't catch fire.

1. Put on the silicone ball on the hook. Instead of a ball, you can use a bead. The bait is ready.

A jig is an attribute of a winter fishing rod with a nod; it is an original Russian bait. Although there are many of them on sale, homemade jigs are still valued by fishermen.

Any novice fisherman who owns a soldering iron or plumbing tools can make a simple jig. This work does not require special equipment and can be done at home.

Tungsten jigs

They are a sinker made of high strength metal with a soldered hook. The advantage is the small size combined with heavy weight. This allows you to use the bait at great depths with fast currents.

Such jigs are for winter fishing do it on their own. Some fishermen have already achieved such perfection that their products are caught by industrial designs. Such production requires durable, hard metal and the patience of the performer. Such materials are poorly processed. Lures made from them have one drawback: when fishing for fish, the line is damaged by the edges of the hole. To eliminate this, insert a plastic tube into the hole.

Jigs with bait

There are jigs:

• with attachment (bait);
• nozzleless.

The purpose of baited lures is to deliver that bait to the fish on the bottom. Fishing rods are taken standard with a nod. The jig has one hook on which the “treat” is placed. To make it attractive, the hooks are decorated with different colored threads and cambrics.

The most common type is the “pellet”. It is made from lead. Usually they are made with a loop and a through hole for fastening.

Bloodworms, maggots, and burdocks are used as bait. In case of a bad bite, 2-4 larvae are placed on the hook, which cover the entire hook. The remaining bait is taken home, stored in the refrigerator until the next fishing trip.

Special mention must be made of the burdock moth larva. They are found in burdock cones. They look like miniature cockchafer larvae. They are a super bait for any fish, and perches especially love them. This larva can stir up the fish even on days without biting. They simply throw it into the hole. Suitable for complementary feeding at a depth of up to 2 m.

Homemade winter baits can be easily adapted to use small animal baits.

Reelless or attachment jig

As with bait fishing, winter fishing rod should be light and comfortable. Also, winding up the fishing line and unwinding it must be quick, since you often have to change fishing spots.

Among the most popular factory-made baits for mothless baits are “uralka”, “ant”, “banana”. But well-made homemade jigs can be many times better than store-bought jigs.

The most common colors are silver and black. You need to choose a little more of it than when fishing with bait. The main thing is that the jig quickly reaches the bottom, and the nod is constantly loaded.

Sometimes even a catchy bait made by yourself does not produce the desired catch. Then you have to change holes often, because when fishing without bait you have to search for fish intensively.

Characteristics of winter jigs

Conditions for fishing in winter differ significantly from summer fishing. Their assortment in summer is much more diverse, but in winter the most attractive is the jig.

They are small in size. They are painted so that the fish can see from afar. They are also supplied with different attachments.

They are more popular in this market, since they are made from this material and have greater weight with small dimensions. They are suitable for certain fishing conditions involving deep water and fast currents.

Lures with bait are considered a classic method of winter fishing. Bait is attached to them, for example, bloodworms. It works well when the fish doesn't want to bite. They can be bought at any store with fishing gear. But you can do it yourself.

There are two types of such jigs:

• “pellet” is a widely used bait for winter fishing. Made in a round shape, has different color shades. Suitable for fishing for perch, roach;
• "a drop". In appearance it resembles a pellet, but has an elongated shape. Very effective for fast retrieves when the game has its own form. This game attracts perch.

Lures are catchy when the fish are active, then they don’t really pay attention to the quality of the food.

Nozzle-less jigs have their own modifications:

• “Uralka” is a classic, every fisherman must have it;
• “Devil” is a bait with three hooks. Used when fishing for pike perch;
• “goat” - looks like a devil, made of brass or copper. Has two hooks, suitable for catching any fish;
• “ant” - represents an ant in appearance, makes amplitude movements with the help of a fishing rod. this jig is used in winter for catching bream and roach;
• “Donkey” - looks like a coffee bean cut in half. It is black in color and has one hook.

Materials and shape

For making jigs new form it is necessary to make a matrix - the basis for pouring metal. Its material can be polystyrene or organic glass. Hardwood will also work.

Using a chisel, a recess is made in the selected material for the shape of the future product.

Lead is used in the manufacture of the boat. There is enough of it in any fisherman’s garage. A piece of lead must be melted over a gas burner in a frying pan. Use a spoon to remove all the slag during melting.

Then pour this molten lead into the prepared mold and let it cool. Next comes the processing of the workpiece with a file and abrasive materials.

To make lead, you can also use suitable blanks from this material. Using a hammer, chisel, or metal scissors, we separate pieces of lead that are similar in size to a jig. Lead rods with a diameter of 3-4 mm are suitable for this.

Size, weight and color

This bait is a product made of different metals, has a unique shape and has different artificial and natural baits on the hook. The choice of jig depends on the fishing location and the type of fish.

They are all divided into:

• light - weight from 0.3 g. They are all kinds of pieces and plates of metal and have a more delicate playing;
• heavy - made of lead and tin. They are suitable for fishing in severe frost, when the hole quickly becomes covered with ice. The heavy bait quickly sinks to the bottom and is not carried away by the current;
• super heavy - usually made of heavy metals. They are used for very weak bites.

Having high sensitivity, the fish hears even very faint sounds in the water. She is attracted by the nature and shape of the bait, which is similar to the food item.

An experienced fisherman constantly monitors the work of the bait. For example, many bites occur at the time when it begins to come off the bottom.

Fish can notice a small piece of metal even in the dark. It is believed that perch loves brass, roach - silver and black. And bream prefers red and black.

When choosing a jig by color, you need to remember how it plays in the water. Each bait of each weight, color and shape should have its own game.

Jig hook

The placement of the hook matters. An incorrectly soldered hook will interfere with proper play and does not guarantee a reliable hook.

It is better to use a single-flex hook - the tip in such a hook is located in the same plane as the fore-end.

The most catchy ones come from the hands of the fisherman, only forged hooks must be used. They are stronger than circle hooks.

Perhaps color plays a role in jigs without attachments. The tip must be very sharp; the hooking force, and therefore the thickness of the fishing line, depends on this.

Methods for making jigs at home

Making jigs with your own hands for winter fishing enthusiasts is an activity more for the soul than for the wallet.

There are several ways to make it at home:

• sawing is the easiest way. Rods and tubes from various non-ferrous metals are sawn into small pieces. Then the hooks are soldered, processed, cleaned, and painted;
• forging. Lead is suitable, a sample is made using a hammer and anvil. Further processing is carried out with a file, the hook is soldered;
• soldering - a shape similar to a jig is made from thin colored plates. A hook is inserted and soldered inside. This entire shape is processed with a soldering iron. Here you just need to turn on your imagination.
• Good baits are made from colored wire, which is twisted into a spiral. Important element after soldering - processing with sandpaper and a felt wheel until it begins to glow “silver” or “gold”;
• casting - this technology for making jigs at home is the most complex. Only tin and lead are used. All work begins with preparing a mold for pouring molten metal. Clay, brick, sand, wood are used. First prepare the mold in this material. Be sure to cut grooves along the edges of the mold to allow air to escape when pouring. The molten metal is poured into a mold, cooled, removed, and processed with metalworking tools.

Casting jigs in sand

To begin with, select fine dry sand; it is better not to dig it up or pour it over. A mold is made from wood or other material and carefully pressed into the sand. This is filled with molten metal. At the same time, insert the hook, then process the frozen form.

Casting in wooden blocks

Wooden forms are short-lived, so you can have time to make several baits. To make round baits, you will need two wooden blocks with already prepared notches. They need to be knocked down with small nails so that these molds match. Pour molten metal through the hole made in the end, not forgetting to insert the hook. All that remains is to process the almost finished product.

Painting and decorating jigs

Fish can see colors. The color of different baits plays a role. Most fish see small objects at a distance of a meter. And trout and asp notice moving objects from a decent distance.

Painting gives good results. It is believed that colored baits are very necessary when the bite is weak.

Roaches love black and white. Perch - red, black. This appears to be related to the fish's food database.

To color jigs, they need to be prepared. Sand, degrease with acetone or gasoline. Then they paint with different nitro paints, preferably several times - this is the fisherman’s taste.

What to pay attention to when making a jig?

You can make your own bait for each intended fishing location. The most simple method is a modification of a model purchased in a store. This is suitable for beginner anglers.

But there are some points you need to know:

• use cambrics and heat-shrinkable tubes;
• use woolen threads for decoration;
• replace the stationary hook with a sharper and more reliable one.

Fish rely on hearing, smell, and vision. That's why form is important. The game depends on the form. A flat bait forms a cloud of turbidity at the bottom; if it is shaped like a “pellet” or “droplet,” then when it hits the bottom, it forms fountains of silt. The “ant” does not deviate from the vertical plane, but its hooks can rotate independently.

You should also use different decorations for visibility in the water.

Roach jigs are made in the following way. A piece of brass or copper wire, pre-tinned along the entire length, is wound around the pointed end of a knitting needle or a large needle (0.8-1.5 mm in diameter) in the form of a tight spiral. The wire workpiece can have any shape, but it is preferable in the form of a grain, a droplet or a slightly bent pound (Fig. 13).

Rice. 13

A tinned hook (Fig. 14, a) with a bitten off loop (spatula) is inserted halfway into the thin end of the spiral. A string lubricated with graphite dust is inserted into the spiral in the area of ​​the expected center of gravity between the turns. The string is “locked” with a hook, which is fed into the jig to its normal position (Fig. 14, b). In this position, neither the string nor the hook can fall out of the spiral.

Rice. 14

The workpiece with a hook and a string is placed on a flat board, carefully coated with a highly active flux, and POS-18 solder is introduced into the jig with a hot soldering iron. Solder easily penetrates through the turns and fills the internal space of the spiral.

In order to “develop” the design, place the jig with the hook up and touch the end of the jig from below with a hot soldering iron so that excess solder is removed from the surface. The string is removed from the jig and processed with a file, as shown in Fig. 14, c, then clean the hole for the fishing line, and its edges are slightly countersunk.

After polishing and passivation or after silvering, the surface of the turns will shine, and dark stripes of solder will stand out between them. The jig will take on the appearance of a segmented insect. Some summer jigs are left without treatment after “developing”. Such jigs also bring good luck. The most effective are summer jigs with brass or copper foil. The foil is cut into strips 0.7-1.2 mm wide and jig blanks are wound. The distance between the turns is 0.3-0.5 mm. Further processing corresponds to the wire version.

Crucian jigs are somewhat different from roach jigs. They are more rounded (Fig. 15).

Rice. 15

Crucian carp jigs are made in almost the same way as roach jigs, but there is a slight difference: first they wind one half of the spiral, and then the other (Fig. 16).

Rice. 16

The halves obtained from one piece of wire (strips of foil) are carefully combined. The placement of the hook, strings, solder filling and processing are carried out in the same way as described above. The weight of summer jigs ranges from 0.1 to 1 g.

Angler's Encyclopedia

Instructions – guide to self-production summer (roach and crucian carp) jigs.

Section - Making jigs with your own hands:

Manufacturing homemade jigs for perch with your own hands- an interesting and exciting activity. The fisherman has the opportunity to add something of his own, unique to the established serial image, and make the usual jig as catchy as possible.

Perch in Russia is the most common predator and is found in a variety of reservoirs, be it a reservoir, lake, river or pond. Winter fishing This fish is interesting and almost always productive, and the weight of one specimen ranges from 50 g to 3 kg, which makes the fishing process unpredictable.

Miniature bait for winter fishing is a consumable item. It is constantly lost due to its small size - it falls into deep snow when replaced, clings to bottom vegetation, and leaves with large specimens in the fisherman's pursuit of light tackle. Wrong choice of fishing line diameter, incorrectly connected knot - all this leads to the fact that the loss of a jig, even the most catchy one, is a common occurrence for winter fishing.

Types of homemade jigs

Not everyone likes to shop at the store after every fishing trip, so some fishermen spend long winter evenings usefully by making jigs for perch with their own hands. There are several main types of homemade baits:

Homemade products for winter fishing will require certain materials and shapes, as well as a clear idea of ​​the appearance and weight of the future bait. You will have to think about the casting mold first.

Molds for casting winter baits

Take a leak winter jigs for perch You can use a mold made of epoxy resin (for miniature models) or plaster (for larger models). Casting is not the best quick way, but it allows you to repeat the production of baits that are most successful in weight and size. You can immediately cast the required number of blanks or save the casting mold as a reference for the next series. Do not forget about the hole for the fishing line - a needle of a suitable diameter, which is placed in the alloy that has not yet cooled, will come in handy.

Eat interesting option preparing a mold from a matchbox and plaster. Interior the box is removed and the resulting rectangle is filled with a mixture consisting of gypsum (2 parts) and sweetened water (1 part). The components of the mixture are mixed until the consistency of sour cream. The boxes are filled to the brim, and excess mixture is removed.

The sample jig is first immersed in a thick soap solution, and after drying, half-immersed in plaster. On opposite corners of the box there are toothpicks or gel pen refills as fasteners for subsequent separation. After 15 minutes, the remaining part of the sample is again coated with a soap solution. Next, make a similar bath with the mixture and cover it with the first mold so that the edges of the boxes coincide. The plaster dries and the molds are separated from each other. The sample is removed, and lead or tin can be poured into the remaining recess.

Despite the ease of preparing matrices using gypsum, this method has a significant drawback. The high temperature of the lead being poured causes water to evaporate from the gypsum mixture, which often causes the mold to crack.

The resulting jig is taken out, excess elements are removed using sandpaper and polished using soft cloth and GOI paste. In cases where lead is the main material, the jig quickly becomes dull. Before each fishing trip, in order to give the device a shine, you will have to remove the thin top layer of oxidized metal with a knife blade. If you use not just lead, but its alloy with tin, then you can avoid such difficulties. Moreover, the shine of the future jig directly depends on the amount of tin in the alloy.

Aluminum mold

This method of making homemade products will still require a minimal initial investment - an aluminum mold must be selected and purchased in a store. However, today this is the most convenient and fastest casting method, which not only saves time, but also has minimal error. Fidelity popular types jig production is almost 100%, and the angler can experiment with colors and weights of baits without being distracted by making molds. This often takes longer than the casting itself. The undoubted advantages of an aluminum matrix are durability and fidelity.

DIY "Nymph"

How to make winter bait even more in a simple way? Lead as a material is quite plastic, which allows anglers to make “Nymph” jigs without the hassle of molds and casting.

“Nymph” is a universal model for catching predators and other fish. Stages of its manufacture:

The effectiveness of using “Nymph” depends on proper play. Since this is a classic rewinder, having a variety of “tinsel” on the hook is necessary. Cambrics cut into circles in bright colors are perfect for attracting the attention of fish. Wide, up to 3 mm, strips of flexible plastic play perfectly in the current, moving along the hook under the influence of the smooth movements of the angler’s hand.

The difficulty lies in the fact that a novice fisherman does not have a clear idea of ​​the frequency of vibration of these elements. Many fishermen, before using a homemade jig, test it at home. The bait is lowered into a deep vessel with water and its play is observed through the transparent walls, depending on the frequency of oscillations. In this case, it is possible to adjust the hook in any direction so that the cambrics, when moving, make the required displacements along the hook.

Mormyshka "Perch eye"

"Perch's eye" is one of the most catchable baits for perch. The shell of the jig is a hemisphere filled with solder. Bottom part jigs are painted red, hooks are used No. 3-4. Collect the jig in the following order:

A self-made “Perch Eye” is not as easy to obtain as a “Nymph”, but the investment of time and labor will fully justify itself on the ice, consistently delighting the fisherman with a good catch.

Mormyshka "Amphipod"

“Amphipod” is an original winter bait that imitates crustaceans, which occupy far less of the perch’s diet. last place. To make this jig you will need a minimum of materials:

• polystyrene foam or foam rubber as the basis of the body of the bait;
• tungsten or lead pellets with a diameter of 4 mm, gray or black;
• hook No. 3-5.

The sequence of actions when making the Bokoplav jig:

You can install additional elements on the “Bokoplav” - pieces of multi-colored cambric, beads. Attaching to the fishing line is done through the forend ring, so each fisherman ties the jig in his usual way.

Amphipod works best when played as a step. Having lowered the bait to the bottom and knocking on the ground, the fisherman gradually raises the jig, making short pauses.

By making baits for winter fishing with your own hands, the fisherman not only realizes his experience in a specific type of bait, but also has the opportunity to verify the correctness of his guesses regarding the appearance and method of playing the resulting jig.

Summer time is the time when fishermen begin to actively hunt for predatory fish species and use a device called a “summer jig.” This is due to the fact that such a time is very convenient, unless, of course, it is particularly hot. The river banks are especially crowded in the evening, when the sun's rays are already setting. Many of the professionals can fish even at night. And here they simply need a jig. It is usually purchased in specialized stores. But there are some secrets when making a summer jig with your own hands.

1. Structure length. This option should only be selected based on personal preference or location. fishing place. If you fish from the shore, then it is best to purchase a rod with a length of more than 6000 mm in the main length. This will allow you to cast it to the required depth in order to catch the required amount of fish with your fly. If you fish from a boat, then a jig on a long rod will cause some inconvenience in the summer. Under such circumstances, it is best to choose a medium-length spinning rod. If you plan to fish from a cliff, then you also do not need to stock up on long rods so as not to break them. Spinning can also be used in this embodiment in the form of fishing gear.
2. Weight. If fishing occurs in winter time, you can use light types of fishing rods and perform a higher frequency of movements during the game. In the summer, playing with a jig can become a very difficult exercise for you.
3. Material of manufacture. Typically, all jigs are made of carbon fiber, since it is universal in use and has a low cost. But this does not mean that a long fishing rod for summer fishing is easy to hold in your hands. After several hours of oscillating movements, you will not be able to return to your original position.

Today there are a large number of brands producing such devices. This allows you to choose the options you need based on specified criteria. If you couldn’t find a suitable jig in the store, you can place an order online.

Tackle for fishing with a jig comes in two main varieties:

• running. Usually used when fishing in reservoirs of varying depths. When it comes to equipment, the rod is equipped with guide rings, a reel holder, and the reel itself. It can be either regular or fly fishing. Both options can fit well into successful compositions. Fly fishing is very common here;
• deaf. If we talk about this type, then a reel is installed on the fourth ring from the beginning.

The fishing line is selected based on the analysis of several parameters: the location of the fishing action, the type of fish being caught and the weight of the expected catch. In this case, the most suitable fishing line thickness ranges up to 0.3 millimeters.

Fishing cannot be done without a reel. It can also be inertial, and the supply of fishing line is at least 30 meters in length. If fishing consists only of catching small crucian carp, then you can do without it. In this case, the equipment is attached to the end of the rod. The disadvantage of this type of fishing is that when catching large fish, the fishing rod should still be equipped with a spinning reel.

In addition to standard jig-shaped devices, here you need to use nods, which are distinguished by their brightness. They are 2-3 times longer than winter rods and are made of flexible materials. An example is lavsan.

The thickness of the fishing line should be no more than 0.20 mm. Very often, experienced fishermen resort to using braided cord with a thickness of 0.10 to 0.15 mm. Why do they use a cord when using a jig? The advantage is that it is more durable and less noticeable to fish.

And the last device for successful fishing is hooks. Options numbered 12-16 are increasingly being used, if we talk about the international nomenclature. If you are an experienced fisherman, then it is best to stock up on the entire line of devices at once and be calm in any situation.

When it comes to fishing in summer time, then it is only possible with the use of hard nods, which will become an indispensable part in windy weather.

That is why you should think through this point in advance so that they are always in your arsenal.

Today there are a large number of nods for fishing. But the main classification consists of lateral and direct.

The side view is in great demand among professional fishermen because it is more visible on the rod itself. The addition is made from a variety of materials, and this choice depends on the material of the main structure and its structure. Most good options jigs made of steel, lavsan and on springs. The side nod also has different length parameters. The choice directly depends on the size of the rod to which the device is attached. The shorter the fishing rod, the smaller the jig will be. With a lateral nod, with correct calculations, it is possible to catch a huge amount of prey thanks to a smooth movement without any special jumps.

1. Catching the calmest fish species.
2. Possible without special effort find location large number fish.
3. Fishing is allowed in reservoirs without and with a current. Thanks to this, the lateral method becomes universal.

For direct fishing, a nozzle is usually used in conjunction with a jig.

It is worth remembering that it is best to stock up various options nods. This will allow you to adapt to the conditions of the area in time and catch a lot of large fish.

There are quite a large number of fishing methods for this device.

1. Slow and smooth movements. Most often, this method can be chosen only at the very place where the school of fish is caught. This will allow you to assess the condition of the reservoir, as well as the types of prey that are found there. An example would be a situation where the tooling is slow. In such a situation, the easiest way will be to catch roach or bream.
2. Sudden movements, the frequency of which is maximum. Usually you can catch perch this way.
3. Drawing. This method is a movement when the tackle sinks to the bottom of the pond and then moves in different directions. It is worth considering here that before turning around, the jig usually pauses its movement.
4. Cloudiness. This method is best done in crystal clear reservoirs; bloodworms will come in handy in the summer. Here you should play with the rig along the bottom, simulating the movement of the bait.
5. Tapping. It is carried out at a low altitude to attract bait. To do this, the bait is lowered to part of the bottom, after which it rises 35-50 millimeters and descends again. The interval between actions is about 3-5 seconds.

Which method to choose is up to you to decide. The main criteria will be the type of reservoir and the name of the fish that lives there.

Summer jigs are easy to make yourself due to the fact that there are so many ways to make them.

• jig using the sawing method. This method is the simplest among all available. In order to make a device using this method, you should use a jigsaw to make cuts on a steel tube, and then separate their pieces different lengths. Here it is worth considering the point that the steel material should not be subject to corrosion. After this, hooks are attached to the blanks and the front part of the finished part of the bait is cleaned. At the end of all processes, a protective coating is applied and additional devices are attached;
• jig using soldering method. Here you need to stock up on thin sheets of tin and copper. Tubes or bags are made from the prepared plates, to which hooks are soldered. The shape can be varied;
• jig by casting method. Initially, you should make a mold for filling the parts. It can be made of chalk, clay or wood. This design consists of 2 parts that will be pressed against each other and temporarily fixed. Once the mold is completely assembled, you can begin to melt the metal and pour it into the desired shape. The metal must cool and harden, which will allow you to open the mold and modify the jig itself. Here you can use a variety of decorative elements. An example is attaching plastic fish having bright colors, or feathers and beads.

A summer fishing rod must be fully equipped with any elements. But at the same time, it must fit snugly in the hand and not be heavy.

Only under this condition will fishing be a pleasure.