In the wild, fishing rods can get food. To catch fish, you need simple tackle and dexterity.
A fishing rod is easier to make than a trap. Anyone can do it on their own.
The article considers all the component parts. The fisherman will be able to read a detailed description for each of them.
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What should be a fishing rod?
Fishing tackle allows a fisherman to fish from a boat or sitting on the shore.
There are several main parts:
- Fishing rod;
- Fishing line or rope;
- Float;
- Sinker;
- Leash;
- Hook.
All components play an important role. In addition, the tackle can be equipped with an additional special device. Stand for fishing rod makes it possible not to put the rod directly on the water.
A simple stand is considered to be a regular stalk of a tree branch.
Master the rod
The main element in the gear is the rod. In fishing, this part functions like a shoulder. Rod parameters affect the length of the rod as a whole.
The main requirements that apply to the standard of this component - it is important to make the rod perfectly straight, it should have strength and light weight.
Before choosing a rod, you should decide on the dimensions. It is usually made of wood. The most suitable option is ash, maple or hazelnut.
It is not recommended to opt for poplar or oak. The first tree species is too fragile, and the second is heavy. It is important that the rod is comfortable to use, then it will not slip out of your hands.
We carry out the attachment of fishing line
This element connects the rod and the hook. Instead of a classic fishing line, you can use a strong rope. As for the fishing line, it should be quite thin, elastic and strong.
If one was at hand, then you can use it. Otherwise, you have to make a fishing line with your own hands. But in this case, it is necessary that it meets the stated criteria.
It is impossible to find a finished rope in nature, it will have to be woven from improvised means. To prepare a strong thread, take hair, nettle, willow bark.
For weaving, usually use the pigtail method. It takes a lot of time to do manual work, but all the effort spent will pay off.
Float Selection
Summer fishing rod must be equipped with a float. It accurately signals if there is a bite.
Note!
The light float should be above the surface of the water. The fisherman constantly watches how he swims. When exactly you need to hook, depends on the breed of fish. If the bream pecks, the float occupies a horizontal position.
It is better to choose a brightly colored version, which is impossible not to notice. Do-it-yourself float is made of wood or the stem of a large feather.
A small stick is made of natural materials from 10 to 15 cm long. Ideally, if the wooden float is made in the form of a small barrel, this is the form necessary for buoyancy.
To attach it to the fishing line, you can use any mounts.
Which sinker to choose?
At first glance, mounting a sinker on a fishing line may seem unnecessary. It is important to understand this issue correctly, so you need to indicate why this element is used.
The function of the sinker is to weight the float.For this element, you need to correctly select the weight. A heavy sinker will fall to the bottom of the pond and pull the float along with it.
Note!
When the sinker is too light, the float simply lies on the water surface. If the weight of the sinker was selected correctly, the float will be in an upright position.
The conclusion suggests itself. It is necessary for the sinker to weigh the gravity of the sinker with the force of Archimedes acting on the float.
This element is fixed almost at the end of the fishing line. If a fisherman needs a fishing rod for crucian carp, then a small piece of metal or a pebble can be used as a sinker.
Determine the leash length
A leash is a fishing line connecting a sinker to a hook. Its standard length is from 10 to 20 cm. It is necessary to leave a small piece of fishing line in order to tie the hook.
If you are planning to catch predatory fish, then be sure to take care of protecting the leash.
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We fix the last element - the hook
In the photo of the fishing rod you can see a sharp hook with a sharp sting. The success of fishing largely depends on this element.
Factory hook is a quality product. If it is not, you will have to do it yourself.
To do this, you need to get metal, wire, pin or a used beer can.
The hook must be firmly fixed to the end of the fishing line. The ability to knit fishing knots is useful to the fisherman. After attaching the hook, the fishing rod is ready for use.
We examined in detail how to make a fishing rod with our own hands. It remains only to consolidate the past.
First we make a fishing rod, we attach a fishing line to it, on which it is necessary to fix the float, sinker and hook.
Have a nice catch!
DIY fishing rod photo
