Feeder Types and When To Use Them

Feeder Types and When To Use Them Learning to Fish The Feeder: Fishing far out when it's windy can be disasterously impossible if you're using a float. Knowing when and how to use a feeder is important because at certain venues, and in certain conditions, float fishing won't be an effective option. In this video we look at the basic rod and reel requirements and the different types of feeder that have been designed for fishing in different situations and fishing in different weather conditions: 1. When it's too windy to use a float 2. When there's too much flow to use a float 3. When the fish are too far out to use a float 4. When it's too deep to use a float effectively 5. When a bolt rig or fixed rig offers better hooking potential 6. When feed or ground bait needs to reach the bottom without being intercepted by nuisance fish 7. When the bottom is too weedy to fish on the bottom with a float 8. When feed needs to be presented in a small tight area to force fish to compete for the food So if you've ever asked why are there so many different types of feeder, have a watch. We also highlight some very common big mistakes made by beginners when feeder fishing. Casting accuracy is more important, because a few bad casts that spread the bait far and wide is one of the things that will reduce your chance of catching. Attracting fish to the area that you are fishing in is crucial, but the baited area must be tight. The learning is put to the test by some of the members of Summerhayes Junior Angling Club. When a beginner buys their first rod and reel, they are often forced into making a crucial decision - should you buy a float rod or feeder rod? There's a number of big misconceptions about this - the first is that feeder fishing catches bigger fish. Or in other words, a float rod is for smaller fish. This is incorrect. A feeder rod will only help you to reach or feed bigger fish in certain situations. There will often be situations when pole or float fishing catches equally big fish. The second big fishing myth about rods, is that you need a feeder rod with quiver tip to feeder fish. Whilst feeder rods are certainly preferable as they're designed for the job, this simply isn't true. Float rods have become increasingly powerful to cope with the ever growing carp that exist at commercial day ticket and club fisheries, so they are more than capable of handling the weight of a feeder. With fixed and semi fixed rig set ups, there is no need for a sensitive quiver tip and bites will pull the rod round, regardless. The limitations are that you have to be extra careful not to get the line caught around the rod tip of float rod when casting as it will snap, and the stiffer tip will not be supple enough to register bites from smaller fish without the risk of spooking them, if using a running or inline set up. If you enjoy the video, please let us know and every comment, like and sub really does help us to engage with more young or budding anglers who might not otherwise get the chance to enjoy the sport or hobby that you love. More information is available at www.fishwish.co.uk #fishwish