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Perch fishing is growing at a rate of knots! It feel like only yesterday we saw one of customers catch a 5lb+ from one of local rivers. Having the right equipment can make all the difference, in catching a new PB or Loosing the Fish of your dreams. One of the most important pieces of equipment for perch fishing is the fishing rod. With so many options on the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the best one for your needs.
In this article, we will explore the best perch fishing rods for 2024. We will take a look at the features and specifications of each rod, as well as their pros and cons. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced angler, this article will provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision when it comes to purchasing a perch fishing rod.
When it comes to perch fishing, having the right rod can make all the difference. Unlike Carp Fishing Rods, Which are designed for long-distance casting and casting heavier weights.
Perch fishing rods are typically shorter and lighter than other fishing rods on the UK Market. If you want to have the best possible fishing experience, it is recommended that you choose a perch rod that is specifically designed for the style of the desired type of perch fishing. So In this article, we will highlight some of the best perch fishing rods for the year 2024, along with their key features and benefits. but before we show a list our our recommended perch rods, what types of perch fishing is there?
When targeting the perch, there are two types of fishing rods you might come across. Light Perch Fishing Rods and dropshot Fishing Rods.
Drop shotting or light lure fishing for perch is active, dynamic, easy to master, great fun and best of all, you need a minimum amount of tackle to enjoy its rewards. Its also great in winter when perhaps you only get a few hours to go fishing at short notice. Unlike other forms of angling with drop shotting all you need is a small, very light rod and reel, a pocket full of terminal bits and a few tiny lures.
Unlike traditional lure and plug fishing, where a plastic or rubber bait is attached to the end of a wire trace before being cast and retrieved, dropshotting sees the lure being presented very differently. As it is primarily a tool for catching perch, the leader is a length of fluorocarbon, with the hook being tied around 12 to 20 inches up the line. The casting weight comes in the shape of a special dropshot lead that is attached to the end of this fluorocarbon leader. The hook is then ‘baited’ with a 1in-3in rubber lure and the rig is cast.
The best casting weight for a perch rod is around 10g, with the lower range of 1-2g to help casting lighter lures. This is the best set up as long as pike are not heavily present in the water you’re fishing. The Korum Snapper So Solid 6’6 is a great example. If larger pike are present, a rod that casts 20-30g would be more prudent, because you can’t filter out all the pike, even when fishing with smaller lures. For pike-filled larger lakes, we’d use a rod like the Greys Prowla GS II to help with the larger pike.
7ft is a generally accepted standard size for a perch fishing rod since it allows more control and manoeuvrability in tight areas where you could not easily fish with something longer – such as when fishing under a bridge or a tree. In the most heavily vegetated waters, we recommend using a 6.5ft rod when fishing from up trees is possible! The Okuma Altera Spin 6ft would be the perfect tool for close-quarter fishing. 8ft is a sensible upper limit for most people and is useful in waters where a longer cast is beneficial, such as larger lakes. Shorter rods make for more casting accuracy. 7.5ft is going to be ideal for most people, as a longer rod makes it easier to hold lures deeper in the water when you’re stood high above the water (with the rod tip pointed down) and easier to hold your lures position. The key rule to remember here is: Shorter rods provide more control and manoeuvrability and longer rods help when fishing bigger, more open venues.
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