The Top Fishing
Chapter 593 - 258: Fishing for Salmon_2

Chapter 593: Chapter 258: Fishing for Salmon_2

They swim fast, are adept at chasing and preying on fish, and eat throughout all four seasons, still having a strong appetite in winter. They only reduce their feeding intensity or even stop eating in the summer when the water temperature rises or during the breeding season when they cease feeding.

Feeding usually occurs before sunrise and after sunset, when they move from deep to shallow waters near the shore to hunt for fish or active water creatures like snakes, frogs, rodents, and waterfowl (mostly cold-water fish species, with varying diets depending on the ecological environment they inhabit). At other times, they often lurk at the bottom of streams where there is shade from the banks, and Taimen juveniles primarily feed on benthic invertebrates.

Taimen are large, typically weighing over 3 kilograms, with the larger individuals reaching up to 50 kilograms and a length of over 1 meter. There have been discoveries of giant specimens measuring up to 4 meters long and weighing up to 90 kilograms.

They are mainly distributed in northern Asia, ranging from the Volga River basin in the west to the Bolshaya Chulym River basin in the east, the Heilong River basin in the south, and the Lena River basin in the north. In China, they are found in the upper reaches of the Heilong River, the upper Nen River, Mudan River, Wusuli River, Songhua River, Jingpo Lake, and the Erqisi River...

Seeing the Taimen that Lin Yang reeled in, the live chat also became lively.

"Wow, is this a Taimen? Isn’t it said that this fish can grow to dozens of pounds?"

"We have this fish in Heilongjiang too. I’ve heard the older generation say that they’ve caught Taimen weighing over a hundred pounds."

"This thing is really ferocious, it even attacks small mice. It’s pretty much the same habits as dogfish and blackfish."

"Stop talking so much nonsense. Take it back to camp, get the pot boiling, and stew it with sauerkraut. The kid next door is already drooling...."

The foodies in the live chat couldn’t stop talking about eating after three sentences.

Lin Yang shook his head, posed with the fish using a fish controller, and after taking a photo, he casually released the fish back into the water.

"Damn, just like that, you let it go? That’s too much, man, it was such a big fish."

"Yeah, why let it go without saying anything? Even a small fly is still meat, that was like four or five pounds."

Lin Yang explained with a smile, "Though Taimen are still relatively widespread, their population numbers are not large, and in Russia, they are considered an endangered protected species.

We are here to play, not to destroy, so after taking a photo, we let it go. Captain Victor says the river is rich in fish resources, so there’s no need to specifically target them."

At this, the previously chatty viewers suddenly fell silent.

The reason Lin Yang was recognized by anglers was not just for his skill, but also for his consistent actions and behavior. Even in the sparsely populated Far East Wilderness of Russia, he abided by local laws to protect endangered fish species, giving a small lesson to the viewers in the live chat.

"Okay, everyone, don’t dwell on it. I saw someone in the chat asking how to cast lures further. Since we’ve just caught a fish, I’ll share my thoughts on it."

To discuss casting distance with lures, the reel you use is unavoidable. For lure fishing, there are several types of line winders: spinning reels, baitcasting reels, and drum reels.

Spinning reels have a broad range of applications, from tiny baits for small fish to giant sea monsters. They have a low entry barrier, but when it comes to casting precision, they are slightly less accurate.

If using a spinning reel to cast, and you want to go farther, you need a rod with the right action, not too stiff, as that can impair force transmission resulting in poor casting distances.

Secondly, when casting with a spinning reel, using a shallow spool with an angled lip can greatly reduce resistance and extend casting distance.

After discussing spinning reels, let’s talk about baitcasting reels. Because of their unique design, equipped with devices like magnetic brakes, baitcasting reels have a slightly higher learning curve, and beginners can easily make mistakes, leading to issues like backlashes. To achieve a good casting distance with these reels, you need to precisely adjust them before use.

The detailed adjustment process involves tying the lure onto the leader line, then holding the rod at a 45-degree angle, opening the cast control, and letting the lure fall freely. During this process, fine-tune the main axle adjustment screw to let the lure release uniformly and smoothly. If it does so, you’ve set it correctly."

Since he had a baitcasting reel in hand, Lin Yang demonstrated with his equipment while explaining, and effortlessly by fine-tuning, changed the sliding speed of the leech bright piece.

"Baitcasting reels are primarily used on lure rods for precise casting. In fact, they do not have very high requirements for casting distance, so don’t lose sight of the forest for the trees."

Lastly, we have drum reels. These reels are typically used with heavy gear, like for sea fishing or for catching species like Strong Thunder. They have high structural strength and power, and the way you adjust the reel is basically the same as with the baitcasting reel.

However, as these reels are generally used with heavier lures, mastering the right casting angle and force during the cast will suffice. There aren’t many technical differences."

"Learned a lot, this is all valuable stuff."

"I don’t know about other things, but the point about switching the spinning reel to an angled shallow spool is a thumbs up for the host; it feels like it could greatly enhance the casting distance and smoothness. My main battle reel is the Shimano Stella 2500SHG, and it’s awesome."

"Damn, someone catch the show-off above. A fishing reel nearly costing four thousand, that’s almost my weekly allowance."

"Both of you above have been identified as tycoons, catch them and beat the crap out of them!"

"I can only afford to use Wolf King. I feel out of place with you guys because of my poverty...."

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