Zander can be caught near the surface in mid-summer, but often the angler has to keep the bait deep in the water. This fish is active in the dark and bites best in the evenings and mornings. June and August are ideal months for zander fishing. AND perfect bait - colorful and large wobblersthat create strong vibrations in the water while driving. These are exactly the ones presented in our top 10 best wobblers for zander 2018.
To create a rating, profile Russian and foreign sites and forums were studied:
- Central Forum of Rybakov;
- Wobblers catalog Voblery.com.ua;
- Fishing club FION.
Our ratings of wobblers: for pike, for pike perch, perch, for chub.
10. Rapala Shad Rap
The Shad Rap line of floating wobblers includes wobblers from 5 to 9 cm in length and weighing from 6 to 15 grams. Their working depth ranges from 1.2 to 4.5 m. On the Rapala Shad Rap, not only zander, but also pike, perch, asp and chub bite remarkably. We can say that these wobblers are universal, as they are suitable for deep-sea fishing and for wiring near the surface of the water.
Wiring tactics: slow and even, in which the wobbler immediately goes under the water. Rapala Shad Rap is suitable for both trolling and casting.
Best color options: BCSD, BOSD, BP.
Cost in Russian stores: 619 rubles.
9. Yo-Zuri L-minnow 44
The creator of this sinking bait is the famous Japanese company Yo-Zuri. She managed to make her creation as attractive as possible for a variety of river inhabitants - from pike and pike perch to asp and even non-predatory fish (ide, roach, etc.). The size of wobblers is small - from 3.3 to 6.6 cm, however, due to their large weight, they have a good flight range. The average depth at which L-minnow 44 operates is about 2.5 meters. It shows itself excellently on the course (in any direction), and according to the reviews of experienced fishermen, it has proven itself best at the height of summer.
Recommended wiring: uniform.
Recommended color: in warm and sunny weather - M37, in cloudy weather and in cold water - M101.
It costs an average of 406 rubles.
8. Duel Hardcore Shad SH 50 SP
Popular suspender from Yo-Zuri. It is 5 cm long and weighs 3.5 grams. Its main advantages:
- magnetic balancing, thanks to which the bait, when casting, flies farther and more accurately than models from other manufacturers and remains stable under all conditions.
- Body shape that perfectly mimics a real fish. The holographic textured coloring attracts predators from afar.
- The different frequency noises emitted by the bait are also aimed at attracting predatory fish from a long distance.
Optimal wiring: uniform, in which the wobbler plays actively, or stop and go.
Optimal coloration: GSRT, PHSH or HHT.
You can buy it for 609 rubles.
7. Pontoon 21 Greedy-Guts
This wobbler with the funny name "fidgety glutton" (translated) with its appearance really resembles a gluttonous fry. In its plump belly there are two heavy balance weights. Thanks to them, as well as the unusual shape of the body, Greedy-Guts successfully resists strong currents and plays actively both with fast, jerky and slow retrieve. The series includes several dimensional modifications - from 4.4 to 11.1 cm, with neutral (SP) and floating (F) versions. Suitable for fishing at a maximum depth of 0.6 to 2.5 meters, depending on the modification.
Suitable wiring: 5-7 very slow turns of the coil, then a 2-second pause and repetition.
It is better to choose the following color: 422 in the daytime and 470 in the dark.
The average price is 486 rubles.
6.TD Shiner 1062 SP
This slim 5.2 or 6 cm suspender is perfect for fishing in shallow, algae-laden areas. It is equipped with the GOSV long-range casting system, which is represented by tungsten balls located in a special channel. Works at a depth of 1-1.5 m.
Best wiring technique: jerk or stop and go.
Suitable colors for zander: MG Wakasagi or M Kurokin.
The average price is 726 rubles.
5. SALMO Hornet
This line of very light (minimum weight - 1.5 g.) And small (from 2.5 cm to 7 cm) wobblers has both floating and sinking models. The depth of the smallest wobbler does not exceed 1 meter, the largest is 3 meters for casting and 4 for trolling. The tees are very tenacious, and this ensures that the fish does not fall off after touching the point. According to reviews, SALMO Hornet is one of the best wobblers for catching pike perch, perch and catfish, and the most catchy is the 4 size model, and the most "failed" - 9.
Which wiring is better: uniform, at low speed.
Which color is better: HP, HGS.
The average cost is 469 rubles.
4. Reef Runner Rip Shad
This 6 cm sinking wobbler is designed and tested in the USA with a depth of 3 meters. It differs from other wobblers in a rather thin body. Its main advantage is an active and stable game that accurately mimics the behavior of small fish. Great for catching walleye on rivers with strong currents.
Efficient wiring technique: twitching.
Effective bait coloring: 08 Yellow Perch or 05 Chrome Black.
It costs 540 rubles.
3. Rapala Barra Magnum
Wobbler 11 cm long and weighing 20 g. is an improved model of the Rapala Magnum, loved by fishermen. In its manufacture, the abashi tree was used, which made the bait heavy. And the special design of the blade allows Barra Magnum to descend to a great depth - up to 4.5 meters.
Preferred wiring: slow with acceleration (pulling with the tip of the spinning rod) and then a pause follows.
Best color: HS, BF.
Price in Russia: 510 rubles.
2. Hils Master Haka
One of the best wobblers for zander in summer. It is offered in two sizes - 5 cm and 7 cm with a depth of 0.5 meters and 2.5 meters, respectively. Floating type of buoyancy. And the only drawback of the Hils Master Haka is the high price.
Recommended wiring option: stop & go.
Recommended colors: 97, 56.
The cost in Russia is 1120 rubles.
1. LiveTarget Shad Baitball Crankbait
Topping the rating of the best wobblers for zander in 2018 is a very unusual floating model. It consists of three fish connected to each other with a total length of 6 cm. Live food fish often gather in small schools when they are threatened by predators such as pike perch or pike. And it is this feature that bait manufacturers have tried to imitate. The wobbler has a decent weight - 17 grams. and dives to a depth of 2.5 meters.
Wiring options: uniform or twitching.
Color options: 805 Pearl / Bronze or 807 Metallic / Green.
How much you can buy: 1058 rubles.