In the winter months the fishing can be slow and there is nothing worse than a downfall of rain to even further ruin the day. I find in these days when your spirits are low it is best to pack up and go home. You're not enjoying it, and if your not getting any bites it is not worth being there!
Personally taking a break from fishing now and again really helps to increase my motivation. Maybe trying out a new tactic, reading the fishing magazines or just trying to fish for a different species.
You could also try fishing a different water. In winter the temperature is lower, and so the fish will dive to the deepest part of the water where it is warmer. In particular deeper waters will provide better sport during the winter months because of the increased temperature deeper in the water.
One fishing aspect that really takes off during winter is pike fishing. These predator are naturally adapted to the cold temperatures and can really provide a thrill during the cold months ahead. Once more techniques for fishing for them are not difficult. You will need big rods, perhaps 2.5 lb test curve, and at least 12 lb breaking strain line. Dead baiting is the simplest of tactics where you attach a dead fish using 2 trebles and a wire trace to your main line. An excellent article on dead baiting can be seen here.
Personally taking a break from fishing now and again really helps to increase my motivation. Maybe trying out a new tactic, reading the fishing magazines or just trying to fish for a different species.
You could also try fishing a different water. In winter the temperature is lower, and so the fish will dive to the deepest part of the water where it is warmer. In particular deeper waters will provide better sport during the winter months because of the increased temperature deeper in the water.
One fishing aspect that really takes off during winter is pike fishing. These predator are naturally adapted to the cold temperatures and can really provide a thrill during the cold months ahead. Once more techniques for fishing for them are not difficult. You will need big rods, perhaps 2.5 lb test curve, and at least 12 lb breaking strain line. Dead baiting is the simplest of tactics where you attach a dead fish using 2 trebles and a wire trace to your main line. An excellent article on dead baiting can be seen here.
