Winter catching bream for the devil

Winter fishing for bream involves the use of a variety of gear, one of which is the devil. This type of fishing is not as difficult as beginners imagine it, and it is not difficult to master it. Having mastered the wiring for such a tackle, in the end, you can expect good results.

The specifics of catching a devil in winter

According to anglers, if you set up the imp correctly, you can achieve frequent bites. Outwardly, the bait looks like this:

• a small tee coming out of the drop-shaped bait;
• colored rubber bands or cambric.

Successful fishing will require quality fishing from the angler. The devil is considered better than jigs and is divided into the following groups:

• bait with a soldered tee;
• bait with hanging hook;
• with movable hooks or jellyfish.

The bodies of these groups of lures have different shapes, and they can be made from lead or tungsten. The length, as a rule, is about 1.5 cm, and the weight is from 1 g. The suspension differs from other lures, namely: it is located vertically and at an angle.

The choice of devils will depend on the characteristics of the reservoir and the presence of a current. The elongated form of the bait is used in stagnant water or in places where there is a weak current.

In general, in winter, you can catch not only bream, but also perch, roach and even pike perch.

Worth knowing! For more effective catching of bream in the winter for a devil, anglers advise using small diameter foam balls.

Video: catching a small brood on a devil

Tackle for catching bream for the devil in winter

Every amateur knows that fishing with a devil always implies active fishing and requires reeling and unwinding of the line. Due to the fact that the devil has good catchability, the tackle is recognized as sensitive. To catch bream in the winter on the current line, the fisherman will need to equip the bait with all its components.

• Rod. It must come with a lever brake reel. In addition, the rod should be light and have a comfortable grip.
• Fishing line. Diameter within 0.8-0.10 mm.

Note!It is better to take a monofilament fishing line, because it will not freeze in the cold.

• Nod. He must have a certain rigidity and flexibility. The size of the nod is 15 cm. Usually it is made of lavsan.

By the way! In windy weather, you can change the length of the leash, and therefore it will respond perfectly to bites.

Why the hell to catch bream in winter

Of the many lures on the market, the most important part of a devil is the hooks and lead. Anglers distinguish equally important elements of the bait:

• weight not less than 1 g;
• Colour has an effect on fish - usually a devil of black, brown or green hue, but it can be supplemented with colored beads;
• shape and size, as a rule, in the form of a drop or a roll 10-20 mm long and 5 mm in diameter.
• hooks show good results, especially if they are large and directed in different directions.

At the market or in a fishing store, you can choose a certain devil for yourself, guided by the above elements. If you are not satisfied with the color of the bait, then it can always be repainted or supplemented with cambric.

How to make a devil for bream with your own hands

More often than not, anglers prefer not to buy bait for fishing, but to save money, especially if there are tools at hand.

For a devil, you will need materials and tools such as:

• lead;
• beads;
• copper wire;
• hooks with a sharp forend;
• wooden block;
• foil;
• soldering iron;
• pliers;
• file.

It will not be difficult to make a devil yourself, the main thing is to follow the instructions. Acting on safety, you can create an excellent bait.

1. Two of the three hooks should have an eye bite off and file cleaned.
2. Make several small cuts on the block at an angle of 120 degrees.
3. Insert the hooks into the cuts with the forend up.
4. Tie the hooks tightly with copper wire.
5. Make a funnel out of foil and put it on hooks so that the cone is higher than the forend.
6. Pour molten lead into a funnel.
7. After the metal has cooled, remove it from the mold and process it in such a way as to give the shape of a devil.
8. Color the bait.

Video: how to make a catchy devil with your own hands

Where and when to catch bream for a devil in winter

The most effective winter fishing for devil bream takes place on water bodies where current is observed. If there is still water, the fish will have time to discern the bait and will not even taste it. Basically, bream is used to living in the same places as in summer, namely:

• in ravines with a large depression;
• in the steep heaps of rivers and lakes;
• in the differences in the depths of the reservoir.

Important! When catching large bream in winter for a devil, you should drill about 10 holes in a checkerboard pattern at a distance of 10 m from each other.

At different times, the behavior and timing of fishing will depend on the condition of the fish. Winter catching of bream for a devil takes place in three periods:

First Ice. The fish show good activity and are close to the coast at a shallow depth. It is better to catch it in the morning and evening hours.

Deafness. The fish becomes lethargic and hides at a depth where oxygen is available. It can be found in pits and underwater springs. Fishing takes place in the morning, and in the evening it is unlikely to be able to catch it.

On the last ice. The fish again begins to show its activity and walks throughout the reservoir. Most often they are looking for it in melt water. Sunny weather will superbly affect the presence of fish in the reservoir. Fishing can start from 6 to 10 am and from 4 pm to 8 pm.

How to catch: tactics and technique of catching bream in winter for a devil

Having decided on the place to catch bream for the devil in winter, it remains to make holes. From the experience of fishermen, we can say for sure that you should not start fishing right away, but you need to wait a little, feeding the place. Excessive noise affects the bite of the fish, so you should go to fishing half an hour after the holes are made. How to play the devil on bream correctly will be described below:

• Lower the bait to the bottom and knock it several times, raising a cloudy cloud. This is necessary so that the fish cannot see the devil. Then take a five-second pause and gradually raise the bait by 30 cm, while swinging it.
• Wiring must be done non-stop. To do this, raise the fishing rod at eye level, make a three-second pause and perform a control strike.
• If there is no bite, it is worth changing tactics: to do this, raise the devil up without hesitation, and then gently lower it to the bottom, while tapping it. This procedure should be repeated several times.
• In the absence of bites at one hole, you should immediately go to the other. A significant number of holes will allow you to fish most of the reservoir, thereby increasing the chances of catching a trophy.
• On the ice, you need to follow safety rules and try to move away from the flooded hole to the side, otherwise the ice may break under the weight of the angler. In such cases, knowledgeable people invite a partner for fishing, who will always come to the rescue in case of danger.

Video: lessons of winter fishing for a devil

Catching bream in winter is very reckless. And despite the fact that the fish sometimes behaves sluggishly during this period, it can be found in certain parts of the reservoir. The angler using the devil as bait will have to run around before he can find the fish. But in the end, every patient fisherman will be successful and have a good pastime.