10 best lures for perch
One of the most effective artificial baits for catching perch is the lure. Anglers use it in different seasons of the year, in open water and off ice, shallow and deep. With the help of a properly selected spoon, you can get pleasure from sport fishing for sailors or enjoy playing real humpbacks. To find an effective bait, there are several determining factors to consider.
- In spring the predator reacts better to spinners. They should be driven slowly along the border of shallow water and depth.
- In summer, perch hides in aquatic vegetation, snags, and stones. In order not to lose spinners, you should arm yourself with non-hooks.
- In the fall, you have to look for flocks of perch at a depth. During this period, heavy vibrations are required, which can be carried out with a step.
- Fishing for perch in winter is a special kind of fishing. A large number of domestic fishermen are armed with vertical baits, fishing all parts of the reservoir from the ice.
Our review includes the 10 best lures for perch. All of them have been tested by domestic fishermen, having received recommendations for use.
Best perch lures in open water season
The most popular spinning lures for perch are spinners and spoons. Non-hook spinners, cicadas, and castmasters are gaining popularity. All of them should be small so that the perches often attack the bait.
5 Strike Pro Cyber Vibe
Cicadas belong to a special caste of spinning lures. The Taiwanese company Strike Pro offers domestic fishermen a catchable lure for Cyber Vibe perch. Some spinning anglers who have tried it in practice already call the cicada a killer perch. One of the strong points of the lure is its excellent flight characteristics. With a length of 45 mm, the spoon weighs 9.1 g, which explains the high range. The bait is a metal plate, loaded on one side. The manufacturer has attached expressive eyes to the spoon. They create an imitation of natural prey, so the perch fearlessly attacks the cicada. The lineup is presented in different colors, you can choose it for the conditions of any reservoir. The cicada demonstrates good results in the summer.
There are several holes for attaching the bait to the fishing line, according to anglers, mounting for the first hole gives the best results for perch. The disadvantage of the cicada is its high hookiness.
4 Rapala Minnow Spoon
Often perch are attacked by fry from thickets of grass or snags. In such cases, a non-catching spinner is required. The famous Finnish manufacturer Rapala has Minnow Spoon in its catalog. Due to a special wire guard, the spoon can easily pass through the underwater vegetation. There are models of different sizes and weights in the series; the lightest non-hook (7 g) 5 cm long is optimal for perch fishing. The wiring is chosen depending on the season and the characteristics of the reservoir. In autumn, at a depth, a stepped animation on the border of a snag or algae looks preferable. In summer, in shallow waters, the bait should move evenly through the grass.
Many Russian spinning players have Rapala Minnow Spoon non-hooks in their arsenal. They are simple to animate, perfectly pass through complex areas of the reservoir, and are of high quality.
3 Smith Pure
A successful line of oscillating lures was created by a Japanese manufacturer called Smith Pure. Although the bait was developed for catching salmon fish, domestic perch bite well on it. The shaker has the shape of an oblong spoon with holes at opposite ends. A hanging hook is mounted to the wider part, the narrow part is attached to the fishing line. The bait can be guided by different spinning techniques, from uniform retrieval to stop & go animation. The best results are observed in the fall with the use of a step-by-step game.The most popular sizes for perch fishing are 25 mm long (weight 1.5 g) and 33 mm long (3.5 g).
Anglers note the stability of the coating, and it has a three-layer structure. The metal is protected from corrosion by galvanic method, colors are applied to it, after which the bait is varnished. With the correct selection of the size and color, you don't have to wait long for a bite.
2 Pontoon 21 Synchrony
The Pontoon 21 Synchrony spinner is a new generation of lures from a well-known Japanese manufacturer of fishing accessories. The model is made in a classic shape, a distinctive feature is the double-sided coloring of the petal. During the rotation, the illusion of volumetric prey is created, which provokes the perch to bite. In addition, the striped predator is attracted by the fly on the threesome. In addition, it successfully disguises the hook, has a stabilizing effect on the bait during the game. An interesting design was chosen by the manufacturer in the manufacture of the core. It has a cylindrical shape, the center of gravity is shifted to the head. Grooves are made on the body, which give stability during wiring.
Spinningists note the lethal effect on perch in the spring. During this period, the spoon becomes the best artificial bait for catching perch. Even a passive fish reacts to the slow play of the turntable.
1 Mepps Comet Decore
The turntables of the French company Mepps are famous for their catchability. There are spinners and perch models in the collection. One of them is Mepps Comet Decore. The size of the turntable is selected for each body of water, for sport fishing, small baubles No. 0-1 (weight 2 and 3.5 g) are suitable, it is better to hunt for trophy humpback with the enlarged version No. 2 (weight 4.5 g). The colors will also have to be determined directly on the pond. The secret of the lure's catchability lies in the stable play of the petal at an angle of 45 degrees. During the rotation, powerful vibrations are formed that attract the striped robber. The spinner can be used both in stagnant water and on the current.
Domestic spinners call Mepps Comet Decore the best spinner for perch from spring to autumn. The reason for the bite can only be an incorrectly selected bait.
The best spinners for winter perch
Traditionally, the vertical lure is the # 1 lure for perch fishing in winter. Among this category of lures there are models for finding fish, for fishing in snags and grass. Vertical beams are found with a classic or original form. All of them are capable of bringing good luck when used correctly.
5 Lucky John Scandi
Many domestic fishermen who visit reservoirs in winter have in the box lures from the Latvian company Lucky John. Good reviews go to Scandi bait. A vertical bar is made of brass, before coating is applied by hand polishing. Of all the modifications, the most flattering words are addressed to spoons, in which the hook is mounted on a chain. Even with a small model, it is possible to fish deep parts of the reservoir, since the density of the material is high. The manufacturer prefers Japanese hooks Kamasan and Owner. The advantage of a spinner with a chain is the ability to hook small fry on the hook.
Domestic fishermen have no complaints about the quality of the bait, it plays well, the coating remains for a long time. Best ice fishing results are achieved in waters with medium depths. The disadvantages include the high price.
4 Kuusamo Simfonia
Finnish company Kuusamo offered an unusual shape for perch fishing in winter. The Simfonia model has the shape of an elongated triangle, thanks to which it quickly sinks into the water column. The rounded side gives the bait an unpredictable play. She can glide in different directions, vibration is observed when falling. Such actions resemble the behavior of a frightened fry to a predator. Another feature of the spoon is the formation of bright glare. The combination of all the properties of the spoon has an irritating effect on the passive perch, forcing it to attack the bait.It is best to fish from ice with a model 40 mm long and weighing 6 g. The bait works well both in lakes and rivers.
Russian fishermen note the catchiness of this original winter lure. Only the high price hinders the interest of spinners to the Finnish over-the-counter.
3 Spoon Carnation
Vertical spinners under the name "Carnation" have been known for a long time. Many manufacturers offer their own versions of the bait, but the best results are shown by the Finnish model from VMC. The main task of this vertical is the minimum deviation from the vertical during the game. Thanks to this feature, the angler can get into the snag where the perch likes to stand. The most affordable "studs" are equipped with a welded hook, but the use of a movable tee increases the price of the spoon almost doubled. Each of them has its own pros and cons. Models with a welded hook look preferable for intensive ice fishing, when it is necessary to quickly remove the fish and send the bait back to the hole. But a passive perch can only be stirred up with a spoon with a movable tee.
Novice anglers should take into account the unpleasant feature of the vertical game "carnation". You will have to drill a lot of holes to find the fish.
2 Lure RB Tornado
The Tornado winter lure has recently been produced by the Russian company Russian Blesna. The series consists of three modifications, all of which are suitable for catching perch from the ice in winter. In shallow waters, a vertical rod with a length of 37 mm (2.5 g) has proven itself well, and for deeper parts of the reservoir, anglers use spoons with a length of 52 and 58 mm weighing 4.5 and 5 g, respectively. The lure feels confident both in stagnant water and on the current. Experienced spinners advise using the following game. The lure is lowered to the bottom, then thrown 10-15 cm. The pause lasts 4-5 seconds. In order for the bait to fully reveal itself, it is important not only to choose the optimal size and correctly perform the wiring. The rod must be equipped with a thin line with a diameter of 0.12 to 0.16 mm.
Users note the sharpness of Japanese threesomes, thanks to which even a light touch of a perch ends with effective playing.
1 Rapala SM-Pirken
The sweeping play of the Rapala SM-Pirken vertical lure allows you to quickly find perch in a large area. The wide amplitude when falling in the water column is explained by the changed profile of the body. Bright spots on the lure become a kind of aiming point for the perch. The edgy threesome features a red droplet that annoys striped thieves. The manufacturer made a flexible installation of the hook to the lure using a wire extension. Powerful vibration and wagging tail become the main components of the catchy bait.
Anglers who prefer to fish perch off the ice note the versatility of the model. It works great from the first ice to the last ice. Even in the wilderness, it is possible to seduce passive fish into a bite. The disadvantages of spinners include frequent overlaps of the line during active play.
