Rating of the best winter fishing rods

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Rating of the best rods for winter fishing

Salmo PRO TROUT (60 cm)

Rating 4.9

A special PRO-series fishing rod designed for fishing trout (and other predators) in winter fishing conditions. According to the manufacturers themselves, this model has the softest blank of the entire line of Team Salmo rods, which positively affects flexibility, a low threshold for transition of deformation from elastic to plastic, as well as maintaining working qualities even in conditions of strong negative temperatures. The shortened handle and one-piece PRO TROUT whip have the lowest weight in the set (only 35 grams) at 61 centimeters in length – definitely an outstanding figure.

It would seem that such a weight characteristic does not contribute to high strength in any way, but the words of users say otherwise. In particular, some of them managed to catch a pike weighing up to 3 kilograms, without visible damage and bending of the whip. In general, from the point of view of exploitation 'Trout' has established itself exceptionally well, for which it was awarded a high position in the top of the best winter fishing rods.

Advantages

• The optimum ratio of price and quality;

• the lowest weight with standard dimensions (35 grams);

• extended complete set (cover and plastic tube);

• the presence of tight rings for fixing the coil (on the handle).

disadvantages

• not found.

Rapala 90 / GL230 / 2-С

Rating 4.8

Another most popular lot, which received a place in the ranking due to its widespread distribution in the network of fishing shops. The Rapala 90 / GL230 / 2-С winter fishing rod is the very sensitive rod designed for fishing small fish – crucian carp, chebaks and perches. The base (body) of the model is made of frost-resistant plastic – not very reliable, but capable of resisting decent dynamic loads. However, like a drum reel with a primitive baitrunner and an unwinding lock.

As for the Rapala 90 / GL230 / 2-C whip, it is a flexible composite tube that responds to any slightest touch of the line. For experienced anglers, this nodding behavior is not a particular problem, however, fishing beginners often mistake deviations for a full bite, which inadvertently reduces the fishing efficiency. However, whip control can be easily learned – just spend a few hours with this rod.

Advantages

• low cost;

• high fishing efficiency;

• ease of use due to the use of the simplest mechanisms and elements;

• Moderately solid construction.

disadvantages

• frequent misfires due to the high sensitivity of the whip.

Lucky John C-Tech Perch (43cm)

Rating 4.7

From the point of view of reliability, the Lucky John C-Tech Perch winter fishing rod occupies, perhaps, the highest places among its kind, which naturally compensates for the level of cost. Sensitive and lightweight, it allows you to fish with balance weights and vertical spoons, dragging even a very large fish from under the ice (sometimes). Mainly because of the solid tip, which can withstand high loads at the moment of fishing and when performing jogging.

The Lucky John C-Tech Perch rod handle also has interesting features. Completely cork, it has two graphite retaining rings to secure the coil. This design makes it possible to install the body kit in any convenient place, however, it has a vulnerability in the form of a weakened fit and the possibility of the ring coming off its place. However, this is the only constructive nuance that remained ill-conceived – everything else has no complaints.

Advantages

• high degree of reliability of structural elements;

• comfortable cork handle;

• the ability to fish with balance weights and spinners;

• floating coil mounts.

disadvantages

• the stopper may come off its place on the handle (loosening the coil attachment).

Teho bumerang special

Rating 4.7

One of the most extraordinary ice rods in the entire market segment, showing high performance at great depths. The whole construction of the Teho Bumerang Special is courage combined with great risk. Both the whip and the rod handle are made of frost-resistant composite plastic, very resilient and not subject to plastic deformation during strong bends. In addition to the plastic base, the model is equipped with a 50mm high-ratio reel for faster line reeling. In turn, the whip has a self-locking device located just below the nod level.

As winter fishing enthusiasts say, Teho Bumerang Special is a special fishing experience. The dynamics of the rod is so different from standard samples that even experienced anglers have to adapt to new conditions. Engineering creativity that deserves a place in the ranking of the best.

Advantages

• unusual design (completely plastic case);

• high resistance to bending loads;

• elasticity and immunity to plastic deformation of the base material;

• the presence of a hooking device.

disadvantages

• not found.

Salmo Travel (60cm)

Rating 4.6

A very unusual winter telescope from Salmo, which earned a place in the rating for its original design and high sensitivity of the blank. The handle material is a combination of AAA and EVA (neoprene) cork. However, in order to visually reduce the grip zone, giving a couple of centimeters to the whip, the manufacturers integrated the bottom reel mounting straight into the cork material. As a result, the grip acquired its own specificity, but still fits securely in the hand. As for the Travel whip, its length (unfolded) was 44 centimeters – the maximum that manufacturers could achieve.

Despite such risky games with the structure, the fishing rod received excellent endurance indicators. Judging by the reviews, experienced anglers more than once managed to catch a rather large predator (pike) on it in those situations when a cliff seemed to be inevitable.

Advantages

• original performance;

• integration of the reel directly into the handle area (to reduce the size of the rod);

• moderately durable telescopic construction;

• the presence of a cover included;

• small shipping size (29.5 centimeters).

disadvantages

• not found.

Stinger ProFire 65M

Rating 4.5

Another Chinese ice fishing rod that has proven itself as an inexpensive and hardy trolling device. Despite the telescopic design, the Stinger ProFire 65M proved to be quite suitable for fishing at the limit of load capacity. He drags not only a small fish like perches and chebaks, but also a small pike, albeit with a work to tear. The total length of the Stinger ProFire 65M is 60.5 centimeters, while the shipping length does not exceed 38. For its dimensions, the weight of the rod turned out to be good – about 59 grams in original condition.

According to consumers, this winter fishing rod is one of the best cheap ones. It makes no sense to equip it with a good body kit (reel, fishing line) – the blank and the whip with a heavy hook will not be able to resist dynamic loads and are likely to break off. However, even with a modest set, she is able to show high fishing efficiency, which is her main advantage over the rest.

Advantages

• optimal ratio of overall parameters;

• low price in the segment;

• the possibility of flashing;

• Solid neoprene grip with split reel.

disadvantages

• not found.

DELFIN VR70E

Rating 4.4

A simple winter fishing rod from the Chinese company DELFIN, which got into the rating due to its incredible popularity among winter fishing fans. It has minimum endurance indicators (both according to the blank, and according to the complete line), therefore it is used exclusively for fishing small fish: perches, chebak, rudd, etc. The DELFIN VR70E is designed with a comfortable 120mm neoprene grip that fits the fisherman's palm as much as possible, as well as a 70mm plastic reel with automatic line release and unwinding lock.

The basis of the popularity of this fishing rod was the ratio of price and quality – catching a small fish has become akin to folk fun for anglers, and in search of a cheap functional device, their choice almost always falls on this specimen.

Advantages

• the lowest price in the segment;

• satisfactory (albeit modest) technical characteristics;

• comfortable neoprene handle;

• the presence of a built-in coil.

disadvantages

• limited use.

Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.