One of the most popular types of fishing is lure fishing.

A wobbler is an artificial bait for spinning, which has a three-dimensional fish of various shapes and sizes.

Currently, the most common is the bait in the form of fodder fish, which differ in colors and sizes. Previously, the wobbler belonged to a variety of spinners, but it has clear advantages over spinners, as it is designed to catch fish in different water layers.

The creator of the wobbler is considered to be the Finnish fisherman Lauri Rapala. He was the first who began to make and sell this bait. The very name "wobbler" is of American origin and means to hang out, stagger, wag. This is how the bait behaves at depth, in the water, which makes it very similar to a real live fish.

Wobblers are divided according to several parameters, usually including the shape of the lure's body, color, buoyancy and immersion depth.
Depending on the characteristics, each individual type of wobbler is suitable for catching a particular type of fish. The wobbler gained the greatest popularity in catching pike perch, pike, perch and some other species. Let us dwell in more detail on the description of a wobbler for popular pike fishing.

Pike wobbler - what is it?

Of course, when choosing gear for fishing, any fisherman must first of all take into account the place and circumstances under which this action will take place. Here, factors such as the fishing season and time of day, illumination, depth of the reservoir, type of terrain play a role.

For spinning fishing pikes choose wobblers with low buoyancy and with a balance shifted to the center or to the tail of the bait.
Three types of wobblers are on sale: sinking, floating and with neutral buoyancy.

1. The first ones are heavy, allowing them to be thrown over a decent distance. However, this type is very popular only among professionals, since it requires certain skills and abilities.
2. The second type is floating. This is the most common type of lure that allows you to adjust the depth of the wiring. And, at the same time, you can adjust the depth until the wobbler fully rises to the surface.
3. Wobblers with neutral buoyancy tend to balance at a certain depth, which creates the feeling of a slowly swimming fish.

When choosing a wobbler, you should also pay attention to color And size bait, as well as on its shape.

By color, natural wobblers are distinguished, which have a natural color, often with traced details of scales, fins, eyes. And "acid" - these are bright colors and unnatural combinations of shades. Oddly enough, fish prefer these colors more than natural ones. This can be explained by their better visibility for fish.

The size of the bait can vary from 2 to 25 centimeters, depending on the size of the rod and the purpose of fishing. The most convenient and popular for spinning from 5 to 10 centimeters.

Wobblers can have an elongated shape, imitating roach or perch (shed); narrower, resembling fish fry or bleak (minnow); voluminous, in the form of a drop, like in larger fish (fet). It is known that pike prefers more voluminous bait with a greater amplitude of oscillation. The article about catching perch on wobblers is well described.

Three types of wobblers are distinguished by the depth of immersion in water:

• surface - from 0 to 0.5 meters;
• shallow, with a diving depth of 0.5 to 3 meters;
• deep (deep) - deep-sea with a dive of 5-6 meters.

The immersion depth is adjusted using a special blade built into the head of the lure.

There are a huge number of varieties of wobblers, and in order to choose one that will really “work”, you need to have certain skills in fishing.

Video about pike wobblers - price and quality

An interesting video showing models of wobblers with a good reputation for catchability and low cost.

Catchable Wobblers for pike in different seasons

Every fisherman knows that in different seasons of the year the fish occupies different depths and places. Based on these features, the bait is selected.

Pike fishing in the spring takes place in the shallows, not far from the whirlpools and pits with a high oxygen content. Therefore, the depth of immersion of the bait should be no more than 2 meters. After winter comes the time of zhora, when the hungry fish are the least picky about the bait. But the pike given time can't eat big fish, since most of the abdomen is occupied by spawning eggs.

Therefore, should you select small models of wobblers with bright colors? — to be seen better in muddy water. Minnow-type lures are best suited for spring pike fishing - with bright colors, weak vibrations. The size of the bait is up to 10-11 centimeters.

You can make a wobbler yourself, or you can buy it ready-made from plastic, wood, silicone. The stores offer both premium and low-budget models. The fisherman has plenty to choose from for every taste! There are several popular models:

1. - bait length - 12 cm, weight - 14 gr. Preferable for uncrowded areas, as it can cling to snags and vegetation.
2. - has neutral buoyancy, deepens up to 1.5 m. Works well at long distances thanks to the casting system.
3. - one of the most popular models of the company. It is shaped like a carp. It is quiet and plays beautifully.
   Spring fishing for pike most of May, after its spawning and rest from it. And remember that the fish must spawn in order to give further offspring!

For summer fishing, a different catch tactic is used. At this time, the pike is more lazy and motionless, hiding from the hot sun at a depth or in aquatic vegetation. Most active in the morning and evening or on cloudy days. For fishing at depth, the following wobblers are used:

1. - has a weight of up to 22 grams, a length of up to 12 cm. Immersion - up to 2 m. The bait is able to make active movements that attract fish. ( on our website).
2. Yo-Zuri Minnow is a very effective wobbler with a length of 6.5 cm and a weight of 7 grams. For the most effective fishing, the bait is first drowned, and then attracted to itself with energetic jerks. ( on our website).
3. Wobbler length is 11 cm, weight - 16 grams. This is a fairly weighty bait, very effective, capable of irritating any predator with its game.

Autumn is the time of active fish eating. During this period, the pike prepares for winter, trying to find as much food as possible. At this time, she does not stand still, but actively moves in search of food. In autumn, it is better to choose a larger bait, neutral colors. The period is characterized by a stable bite throughout the day.

Pay attention to the following intriguing video, in which the angler talks about the wobblers in his arsenal, which bring him great results in the fishing business.

Catchable wiring of wobblers when catching pike

Catching pike on spinning with the help of wobblers is carried out using uniform wiring, as well as (wiring in jerks).

Deep sea wobblers

Three of the best deep-water wobblers that work well on pike both in standing and strong currents:

1. Zip Baits Rigge.
2. Pontoon 21 Crackjack.
3. Megabass Live-X Smolt. and how to fish with them.

Summarizing information about catchy wobblers

How to choose the color of a wobbler while fishing for pike:

1. Use wobblers of light colors and silvery shades on a clear day when fishing in clear water in shallow water.
2. Use blue wobblers on a sunny day when fishing for pike at depth.
3. Use golden wobblers on a cloudy day.
4. Use bright red and fluorescent wobblers in muddy water.

Each fisherman approaches the choice of bait with special care. It must be efficient and affordable. For hunting different types fish are offered Various types baits. One of them is wobblers.

Wobblers: what is it and what is it for?

Wobblers occupy one of the main places among artificial lures for catching fish. They are used primarily for hunting predators. You can use this bait at any depth.

The principle of operation of the wobbler is the formation of oscillatory movements that attract fish. This bait can be different in size, color, material of manufacture. Its type is selected depending on the type of fish that is supposed to be hunted.

Ways to catch pike

Pike can be caught on the surface or in deep sea fishing. Also, a good result is achieved with the help of trolling. For each of these types of hunting, you should choose your own wobbler, since catching this predator “on live bait” is the most the best option.

What wobblers are suitable for pike?

It is necessary to select wobbler models for pike fishing by evaluating the various qualities and properties of the bait. The main criteria are: color, model and size.

When choosing a color, the following conditions should be considered:

• transparency of water in a reservoir;
• Times of Day;
• weather;
• depth;
• features of the relief and color of the bottom.

Pike have very good eyesight, so color plays an important role. If we talk about the time of day and weather, then on a sunny day it is best to use blue bait.

In shallow water and in clear water, models with a light color or a silvery tint are well suited, and in muddy water, you can use wobblers painted in bright or fluorescent colors.

On reservoirs with an intense current, sinking wobbler models are well suited. They are also often used when fishing at depth. In this case, torn or uniform wiring is taken.

Floating wobbler models can be used in different ways. For example, they are well suited for surface fishing. If the bait is diving, then it is better to use it at a depth of up to 6 m. Manufacturers indicate more detailed information on the product packaging.

For jump wiring, wobblers with neutral buoyancy are used. In this case, he makes some chaotic movements with the help of a fishing rod, which attracts the pike.

When choosing the size of a wobbler, you need to pay attention to the spinning test. Models of this bait come in sizes from 2 to 25 cm, but 5 to 10 cm is considered the best option.

When choosing a bait for pike, you should pay attention to such parameters as:

1. Form.
2. Type: floating, sinking, hovering.
3. Possible immersion depth.
4. Additional equipment with a blade or its absence.

Also, it is customary to classify wobbler models into several groups according to the shape of the body:

• sheds, a bait with a body stretched upwards, in the form of a herring;
• fet, a bait with a drop-shaped body;
• minnow, a narrow bait with an elongated body shape.

Since pike is a predator that feeds mostly on small species of cyprinids, it is most attracted to wobblers with a drop-shaped body, i.e. fet. Such a bait, according to fishermen's reviews, provides an excellent catch.

Pike prefers to attack fish that are about 10 times smaller than it. Therefore, if hunting is supposed to be for this particular fish with a size of 60-80 cm, then the wobbler should be chosen about 6-7 cm.

For summer fishing

During summer fishing for pike, surface wobblers are best suited - poppers and crawlers. This is due to the fact that during this period the fish usually hides in thickets on the surface of the water. In spring, it is good to use bait with a depth of up to 2 meters, since the predator lives in shallow areas of water bodies.

If you use the trolling version of fishing, then you can use deep sea models.

For winter fishing

In the cold season, the fish sink to the depths. To get to it, you need to use deep-sea bait models. The pike begins to sink in the fall, so you should use devices with a depth of 6 meters or more. If we talk about color, it is best for winter fishing to choose models of yellow-blue or blue.

How to catch more fish?

1. Cool activator. Attracts fish in cold and warm water with the help of pheromones included in the composition and stimulates their appetite. It is a pity that Rosprirodnadzor wants to ban its sale.
2. More sensitive gear. Reviews and instructions for other types of gear you can find on the pages of my site.
3. Lures using pheromones.

Rating of the most catchy models

After studying the reviews of various wobblers, you can rank the most popular of them for pike fishing.

5th place - Jackall Squad Minnow

This option works great for all types of wiring. He goes deep and holds it well. The depth is 80-150 cm. The release versions are 6.5, 8.2, 9.5 cm and the weight is 5.8, 9.7, 14.

4th place - ZipBaits Rigge 90F

Counts classic version, stands out from many for its excellent flight data. It has a size of 9 cm, weight 9.5 g, equipped with two hooks.

3rd place - Rapala X-Rap

Experienced fishermen call this wobbler "pike killer" for its excellent catchability. In the set of each of them there is necessarily such a model. This bait is positioned as a wobbler for trolling, but it also behaves well in twitching. It is available with a weight of 4 to 22 g and a size of 6 to 12 cm. The immersion depth reaches 180 cm.

2nd place - Yo-Zuri L Minnow 66

Works well not only for pike, but also for some white fish and perch. The optimal model has a weight of 7 grams, size - 6.6 cm. The most suitable type of wiring is active twitching, possibly with jerks.

1st place - ZipBaits Orbit 110 SP

This model is recognized as the best wobbler for pike according to the results of surveys. It has a length of 11 cm and a weight of 16.5 grams. It dives to a depth of 80-120 cm.

Before you go for pike, pay attention to the following tips from experienced fishermen:

1. On a cloudy day, use a golden bait, it attracts a predator well.
2. Pay attention to who the pike hunts in this reservoir. A wobbler should be chosen as close as possible to this type of fish. This is especially true for the summer period.
3. Fish can feel various vibrations, so noise models can also be used.
4. In conditions of insufficient visibility, bright yellow wobblers are suitable.

The right choice of wobbler will provide you with excellent pike fishing results. In order not to be mistaken, you should study all the recommendations and advice of experienced ones, as well as try several baits of various models, colors and classifications and find out the most suitable one for you.

Autumn is already beginning, it's time to go in search of trophy pike. We offer a hit parade of the most catchy wobblers for catching a "toothy" beauty

As you know, pike is the most common predator in our waters, and as one of the most famous Russian spinning rodists Konstantin Kuzmin said: "pike is our everything." And one of the most popular baits for this predator are wobblers, of which there are hundreds, if not thousands, on store shelves. We offer the top 10 most catchy wobblers from us, with an arsenal of which you are almost guaranteed to catch

Jackall Tiny Magallon

JackallSquadMinnow 95 is a two-part minnow wobbler, especially good in Mat Tiger color. This wobbler is already a cult bait among spinningists, from year to year it breaks records of popularity and catchability. Moreover, despite its small size, it catches, among other things, a truly trophy predator. It is also desirable to have in assortment and in more natural colors a la Ayu, then the complete set of baits will become more complete, since the fish's preferences for color scheme change, plus natural colors Magallon is very good when catching perch. Suitable for both active twitching and more precise and slower wires.

Recommended Options: casting - splashing down - exhausting the slack - a jerk - a pause, which sometimes can reach up to 10 seconds, and it is on the pause that a bite most often follows. You can also use special attractants for a predator, which we will discuss in detail shortly.. The second option when catching an active predator is much simpler - after splashing down the bait, we simply carry it out with constant short jerks, then the bait “scours” from side to side. With the help of this wobblers can be caught everywhere, starting from rivers, ending with swampy bays and fishing almost on the spot in the "windows"

JackallSquadMinnow 95 SP this one the wobbler is very good for mastering fishing with twitching, because this wobbler is very easy to operate, responsive and at the same time very catchy. Suitable for both aggressive jerking and smoother retrieves, it often provokes pike to bite on pauses due to residual vibrations when the retrieve is stopped. In addition, the Squad has its own, rather pronounced game, so it can work when catching “on the track”.

This wobbler also has "brothers", the younger Squad minnow 80 and 65 sp - the smaller one is quite versatile and works well on large perch in the fall. But the “older” MagSquad 115 is simply gorgeous for catching “spotted”, but it requires a more specific, powerful rod

ZipBaitsOrbit 110 many anglers consider this bait to be almost a panacea for biting and one of the most versatile wobblers, which is hard to disagree with. One of its distinguishing features is the Mag Drive Super High Balanced System long-range casting system with a tungsten weight, which moves when casting and allows you to cast really beyond the horizon, which makes it one of the longest-range wobblers in general.

By the way, the Mag Drive system - distinguishing feature almost all ZipBaits wobblers, but I note that in small sizes of lures like Rigge 35F, the system does not always work clearly. Despite the “not childish” size, the wobbler is absolutely not stubborn, which is important, since it requires special gear for itself. The average horizon of the wiring is about a meter, although by lifting the tip of the rod up, it can be carried out literally forty centimeters under water. The best colors are 713R, 824R.

And most importantly, wiring - it can be used in any way, from the usual uniform to aggressive twitching, which suits it best

on the video "younger brother" - Orbit 80

Duel & Yo-ZuriL-minnow 66 - the largest elek in the line, the legendary wobbler for catching pike and perch in autumn and early spring. Unlike previous wobblers, it is sinking and this is a rather significant difference, since it rises during wiring and sinks during a pause. This wobbler has been produced for a good ten years and does not lose its relevance either for anglers or for fish. The horizon of the wiring is about one and a half meters, it is very long-range and likes a short fast twitch. Another important plus is the low price..

LuckyCraftPointer 100 Sp iconic lure , originally developed for catching bass (largemouth bass) our native "spotted" beauties also liked it. For this Japanese company, this particular model is the symbol of the company. By the way, the most elite bass competitions in the world were won with this bait. We can say that it is worth starting the development of twitching with it, since it attracts the “pike tribe” with a wide variety of wiring and catching a pike on it will not be difficult even for a beginner. And further an important plus- he forgives even strong flaws in the animation of the bait, in general, he will do everything for you, and instead of you, in order to please his owner with a trophy.

In the second part, we will take a closer look at surface baits and crank wobblers, which are no less successful at catching a “spotted” predator, but surface lures will also please you with amazing entertainment, and cranks with ease of use. To be continued.

Many fishermen believe that pike fishing in autumn is characterized by good catches. And this is true. But due to the fact that the habitats of fish change with the first cold snap, a lot depends on the correct choice of bait. What should be taken into account in this case, and what wobblers for pike in the fall will give the desired result?

What influences the choice of bait for the autumn predator

Often the factors that influence the choice include:

• temperature and transparency of water;
• food base of the reservoir.

When choosing baits for autumn fishing, it is worth considering that the water is getting colder and this is reflected in the speed of the pike - it becomes slower.

The predator in question begins to be more economical in the use of its energy, and prefers larger prey in order to get a serious amount of food in one throw. From here we come to the conclusion that it is necessary to choose wobblers for pike in the fall of brighter colors and significant sizes, as well as to use medium wiring.

The main depths at which you will have to fish are 2-4 meters.

The best wobblers for pike in autumn

According to experienced anglers, the following wobblers for pike in the fall are characterized by the greatest effectiveness:

• Rapala Glidin Rap;
• Rapala Flat Rap;
• Sebile Koolie Minnow;
• Rapala Sub Walk;
• Smithwick Rogues.

The listed baits are large in size and have a fairly bright coloring. But the most important thing is that such baits with slow wiring create an attractive game for predators.

When catching predatory fish in November, it is advisable to resort to slow jerking, carried out according to the following scheme - two smooth jerks without sharpness, a pause, two jerks, a pause, etc. When making a smooth jerk, a large wobbler makes a small turn sideways. It is at this moment that the predators will take the bait.

The above list of wobblers for a predator for autumn fishing cannot be called complete. And therefore, you should always keep in mind that the result will depend on you, experiment and try to choose the best bait option for yourself, which is optimal for the conditions of fishing in the chosen reservoir.

Under no circumstances should you forget that any representative of predatory fish in autumn does not like to waste energy in vain, and will always give preference to the largest prey. We also recommend that you study the food base of the reservoir in which you will fish. Knowing what the local pike prefers will allow you to make the perfect choice of bait and, accordingly, pick up wobblers for pike in the fall of the desired color.

Pike is a predatory fish that can grow to an impressive size. It is an object of fishing for many anglers. She is being caught different ways, using various baits, including wobblers.

Wobbler is considered one of the most catchy baits for pike. IN retail There are a huge number of such baits, which differ from each other both in size and in color. The task of the angler is to pick up a catchy bait, depending on the conditions of fishing.

The outcome of all fishing may depend on the choice of a wobbler. Big influence the choice is made by the nature of the season, as the pike reacts differently in different times of the year. Wobblers are divided into several categories, depending on buoyancy:

• floating;
• with neutral buoyancy;
• sinking.

For effective fishing in the spring, it is better to use small lures. You should pay attention to the wobblers of the Minnow class with neutral buoyancy. Such baits imitate live fry, which is very attractive for pike in the spring. This is due to the fact that the pike has caviar and has little space in its belly for large prey, so it chases and attacks the “little thing”. In addition, you need to decide on the wiring, which should not be fast. Still, the water is still cold and the pike is not so active. Therefore, it will not chase fast-moving prey.

Spring fishing consists of two stages. The first stage is the pre-spawning zhor, and the second stage is the post-spawning zhor. During the spawning period, the pike practically does not feed. Before spawning, she behaves quite actively, but with baits you need to be very careful and without experiments it is unlikely that you will be able to decide on a catchy wobbler. If something alerts a pike, then it is unlikely to take the bait. You should start fishing with neutral, natural colors. If this does not help, then you need to move on to more aggressive colors. Wiring, it is desirable to carry out slow, without various jerks or accelerations.

Summer fishing is conditionally divided into three stages, which correspond to three summer months. Depending on the summer month, the pike is interested in different, according to its characteristics, wobblers. With the advent of summer, when the fish spawned, and passed it after the spawning zhor, fishing becomes measured, the pike begins to be interested in larger baits, with more aggressive wiring.

At the height of summer, the pike does not particularly rush to the bait, since the fry have already grown up and there is plenty of food for it. It is better to use large baits, as she does not pay any attention to small ones at all. As for colors, wobblers painted to look like perch or pike work well. Not bad results can be obtained if you throw baits under silver or bronze. IN summer time the pike prefers to be in a shelter where it waits for its prey. It can be lured out of the thickets with the help of wobblers working on the surface, that is, floating.

Summer fishing is characterized by the fact that the angler has to constantly experiment in order to interest the predator. When going fishing, it is better to take a few suitable wobblers with interesting game. Pike is an unpredictable fish: today it is caught on one type of wobbler, and tomorrow it will simply ignore this wobbler.

What factor should be considered when choosing?

For successful fishing you need a catchy wobbler. To choose the right bait, you should pay attention to the following characteristics:

• on its buoyancy;
• coloring book;
• dimensions;
• immersion depth;
• wobbler game;

Buoyancy

As mentioned above, wobblers are characterized by buoyancy, which can be: positive, neutral and negative.

Wobblers with positive buoyancy. Such baits after casting remain on the surface of the water. With the start of wiring, they are buried to a certain depth. At the end of the winding of the fishing line, they again float to the surface of the water. They are good to use on shallow waters or for fishing in the shallows. IN summer period pike keeps closer to the upper layers of the water, so floating wobblers are the most catchy during this period.

Wobblers with negative buoyancy. Such baits are more suitable for fishing in spring and autumn, when the pike begins to move to the depths. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that larger individuals prefer depth. Therefore, mainly large specimens are caught on sinking wobblers.

Wobblers with neutral buoyancy. Such baits are best used for fishing in the middle layers of the water, as they do not sink and do not float. Somewhere at the beginning of summer or at its end, such baits will be just right for catching a toothy predator.

Immersion depth

Depending on the design and purpose, wobblers have different immersion depths. Each model must indicate the depth to which the wobbler is capable of diving. The depth of penetration depends on the design of the blade, as well as on the angle of its inclination. The larger this angle, the deeper the bait can dive. In addition, the depth of its work will depend on factors such as wiring speed. The greater the speed of winding the fishing line, the deeper the wobbler will go under the water. Some models are capable of diving to a depth of 10 meters.

Lure color

Coloring, although not always, but has a serious impact on the effectiveness of fishing. This is especially true when the pike starts to sort out the baits very strongly. And she doesn’t go over them especially before spawning, when she has a zhor and she is ready to swallow any bait that suits her in size. The rest of the time, in order to catch a pike, it should be interested. In this case, except for the coloring of the bait, there is nothing to interest her. When choosing a color, you need to follow some rules:

• When “hunting” for pike on a clear sunny day, when it needs to be provoked to attack, it is better to give preference to baits of bright blue or blue color. When fishing in shallow water, wobblers of a silver or bronze hue may be in the same conditions.
• On cloudy days and dark water baits for gold are out of competition. muddy water requires the use of bright baits, visible at optimal distances. The most suitable will be baits painted in bright red, yellow or acid shades. The most optimal option is the use of wobblers coated with fluorescent paint. The deeper, the more preferred lures with gold or yellow coloring may be.

Rating of the most catchy wobblers for pike

Among the huge variety of models of wobblers, there are instances that are very popular with spinning players because of their catchability.

This is an incredibly catchy model with a magnetic system that allows you to make very accurate casts. Suitable for use both in current and still water.

This wobbler weighs 13 grams. If you use uneven wiring, then the pike will certainly attack him.

This lure is the most catchy when used for fishing in the middle layers of the water. Incredible quality of a wobbler with a very interesting game that can activate any predator.

Works great on any predator, not just pike.

According to many spinningists, this bait has saved absolutely hopeless fishing more than once. The wobbler can be used in thickets of aquatic vegetation, directly at the surface of the water.

With the advent of spring, pike can be found on the shallows, where the water warms up much faster. A lot of small things are collected in these areas of the water area, and the pike goes there to “hunt”. The most catchy will be spinners with a silver tint.

If after several casts no bites followed, then you need to move to another part of the reservoir. It is possible that there are no fish in this area, for some reason.

Going fishing, you should take some interesting wobblers that differ both in color and size. By using in turn different kinds wobblers, it is not uncommon to find exactly the one that the pike prefers on this moment time.

Most fish are wary and pike are no exception. If you behave noisily, then the pike will go far from the shore or to another place. According to experienced anglers, pike loves to eat perch, so the bait that imitates this striped robber is the most catchy in many cases.

Spinning pike fishing is considered the most interesting view fishing. But this is only if the bait is chosen correctly. Therefore, you should opt for a wobbler, as the most catchy bait.