How to fish when the wind blows

Fishing is a common leisure sport in people’s lives. Many people like to go fishing during their breaks. So do you fishing enthusiasts know how to fish when the wind blows? Follow me and take a look.

Tips for fishing when the wind blows

1. Do not fish into the wind

When the wind is strong, it is not suitable to fish into the wind. We can use the geographical environment of the fishing ground to find fishing spots with relatively weak winds based on the wind direction and intensity. For example, in spring, we can find fishing spots with our backs to the southeast wind, and in autumn, we can fish in bays with our backs to the northwest wind. As long as there is no direct conflict with the wind, you can save trouble during fishing.

If you can’t find a leeward spot, you can appropriately weight the lead weight to prevent it from drifting. You can also fish with the wind as much as possible. The upwind waves are smaller, making it easier to watch the drift, and saving you the trouble of throwing the rod. Moreover, because there are usually migratory currents here, it is easy to catch fish.

2. Use long eyes to make large drifts and heavy drops

Strong winds and waves cause the drifting eyes to rise and fall, which affects fishermen’s ability to see the drift. We can add weight to the lead pendant to offset the impact and keep the fishing group stable. It is also necessary to replace the long-eye large drift that is consistent with the heavy drop to maintain the balance of the fishing group.

3. Put the rod body into the water

Let the rod body enter the water. Sometimes the wind is strong and the pole cannot be held or set up properly, so the pole is directly plunged into the water. Hold the fishing rod and place it flat on the water surface. You can also place most of the rod body on the water surface and keep the fishing rod at a certain angle with the wind direction. This will also have a certain effect in resisting wind.

4. Shorten the wind line

When fishing in the leeward, although the water waves are not large, the wind line will also cause the float to shake. We might as well shorten the wind line, wrap some fishing line close to the pole on the pole, and make a live buckle. The wind resistance effect is good, but it is a bit troublesome to take in the line and change the bait.

5. Choose whether the fishing point is upwind or downwind

Fishing when the wind blows is generally a good thing. Wind levels 1 to 3 are gentle breezes. When they blow, they have some influence on the dissolved oxygen in the water and the control of water temperature. These effects are positive for fishing. What we want to discuss and share with you today is: when fishing when the wind blows, should the fishing point be upwind or downwind?

This is common sense, and I am afraid most fishing friends know it. It’s just that some novice fishing friends may not know it very well. This article will explain it for novice fishing friends. Generally speaking, the upwind and downwind outlets are based on the wind direction.

When fishing when the wind blows, we choose the fishing point. If it does not affect the throwing of the rod, we should first choose the downwind outlet. Because when the wind blows, the water is blown by the wind and forms a convection current. At this time, the floating microorganisms in the upper layer of the water will flow to the downwind outlet with the wind. At this time, fish will also gather in the downwind. Therefore, when fishing when the wind blows, there is no problem in choosing the fishing point in the downwind.

When fishing when the wind blows, the wind is at level 1-3 and does not affect the throwing of the rod. You can choose the fishing point in the downwind. If the wind is strong and the downwind outlet is really not easy to throw the rod, our fishing point should be the side wind outlet. In this way, it is much easier to throw the rod, and at the same time, the bait can be thrown to the fishing spots where microorganisms gather, making fishing convenient. As shown in the picture below, the two side air outlets close to the downwind outlet are correct fishing spots, while the two side air outlets at the upwind outlet are not good fishing spots.

The impact of climate and wind direction on fishing

1. The impact of wind direction on fishing

1. The best wind direction for fishing

Northeast wind. Usually when the northeasterly wind blows and the weather changes, all the lower fish will sink to the bottom and the fish will bite the hook crazily.

2. The worst wind direction for fishing

Southwest wind. The southwest wind blew, which made the old fisherman angry to death. At this time, all the fish are floating up and basically not eating.

3. Poor fishing wind direction

Westerly and southerly wind. It is similar to the southwest wind. When crucian carp comes up to bask in the sun, hook the red worm upward toward the sky and fish for it. Send the hook to the fish's mouth to catch the big crucian carp and leave the small crucian carp (sometimes it works in southwest wind).

4. General fishing wind direction

East wind and southeast wind. This wind direction is closely related to the temperature.

5. Better fishing wind direction

North wind and northwest wind.

2. The impact of windward and leeward fishing on fishing

Many fishing friends always think that fishing in the downwind, that is, fishing in the wind will be better than fishing in the leeward. In fact, this view is one-sided. of. When fishing, whether we fish into the wind or against the wind, we must consider the factor of water temperature. In summer and autumn, when the temperature is high, it is better to fish in the wind. The wind will lower the water temperature, supplement the oxygen in the water, and gather the floating matter into a certain area.

3. Different water quality and water properties have different requirements for fishing wind direction

Water quality can be acidic or alkaline. Different water quality will lead to different fishing conditions in different wind directions. Different gains. Generally speaking, fish living in acidic water conditions appear active when northerly or northwesterly winds blow. Fish living in alkaline water prefer southerly and southwesterly winds.

The water quality in small ponds very close to the village (or on the edge of the village) is relatively fertile and mostly acidic. When fishing here, it is better to choose weather with northerly or northwesterly winds for better fishing results. Fishing in reservoirs and lakes far away from villages is because the water quality here is cleaner, less polluted, and more alkaline. You can choose to fish in weather with southerly or southwesterly winds.

Things to note when fishing in the wild

1. Make all preparations in advance to avoid missing things, and determine the departure time.

2. Check the condition of the vehicle, secure the fishing gear you carry to prevent it from falling off on the road, do not drive too fast, safety first.

3. After arriving in the fishing waters, do not rush to lower the rod, but first observe the activities of the fish. Of course, you can also directly set the hook based on experience in waters you frequently visit.

4. Arrange the fishing position appropriately to make the fishing position safe and comfortable without affecting fishing, and avoid obstacles such as wires.

5. Use fishing gear skillfully according to the water level and fish species. Wild fishing is rare, so you can use various rods, long and short, deep and shallow, and far and near to control the water area as large as possible.

6. Reasonable use of bait. The main target of wild fishing is crucian carp. Universal fishing bait earthworms are the best bait. Catfish, crucian carp, etc. all like to eat them. When using multiple rods for fishing, there is no need to use other baits like Keep an eye on the float at all times. If crucian carp is hooked, it will bite the hook to death, float up or drift away greatly, and the fish will not escape even if the pole is lifted late.

7. If you do not catch fish for a long time, you can find out the reason based on the fishing situation of surrounding fishing friends (according to experience, it is mainly due to improper selection of fishing positions) and adapt accordingly.

8. During the fishing process, concentrate on raising the pole in time if any abnormality is found. Don’t miss the opportunity, especially the opportunity to catch a big fish.

9. Take advantage of the time when fish are not biting the hook to take appropriate rest and handle chores.

10. It’s hard to buy money but to look back. After finishing the pole, don’t forget to look back to see if you have forgotten anything.