7 ESSENTIALS FOR THE ANJOVA

The Anjova (Pomatomus Saltatrix) is undoubtedly one of the most sought after species in the Spanish Mediterranean and Atlantic Andalusian coasts. And it is not for less, since this Carángido falls in love to the fisherman of cane with his power, his livery and the size that can reach to reach. Although it is not as abundant as some decades ago, we can still see the faces with 8 and 9 kilos fish that will give us a spectacular battle. And if not, schools of fish between 2 and 5 kilos are relatively easy to locate on the best dates for fishing (between April and November) and are very fun to fish with not too powerful equipment in an addictive fishing, much adrenaline and that hooks fans every season.

There are many techniques that we can use for fishing, but undoubtedly spinning is the most versatile and the one that gives us the greatest sensations. We will recommend seven lures that can not be missing in our boxes, whether we are regular seekers of anjovas or if you have not yet released your first piece. Making a list of decoys can be complicated because it is impossible to name all the decoys that work and those named are often the preferred ones. But we are going to try to make a ranking of decoys that cover all the layers of water and the different disciplines of spinning, some of them with a lot of captures behind them, others of recent appearance in our waters but already counting on great results and some other of those who promise.

Whether you fish from the kayak, or from a boat or shore, these are 7 great lures that will not fail you with the Anjova. They say that the 7 is the lucky number, because with these lures it sure changes your luck.

Mommotti 190 de Seaspin

The minnows of large dimensions, whether floating or sinking, are a weapon of mass destruction in good hands with the best fish. An Anjova of only 3 kilos part of a chop a mullet of a kilo without flinching, so a minnow of more than 15 cm. It is a lure to take into account for your fishing and also, with such generous sizes will be very difficult to get us to cut the bass, as the Anjova usually attack by the central part of their prey. The Mommotti 190 is one of the flagships of the Italian brand Seaspin. A generous size of 19cm., A perfect weight to reach long distances without destabilizing and sweep a lot of water, 34gr., And some beautiful and resistant finishes are your letters of presentation. Being sinking it becomes perfect to cover different layers of water and is perfect for fishing jerking, since those erratic movements of the lure showing the flanks incite to bite even the most inactive anjovas. The BAR, MUL and GBA colors can not be missing in the box.

Stick shad 114 de Sébile

Sunken stickbait of medium size but perfect to look for anjovas when they are somewhat deep and inactive, which is common in areas of higher fishing pressure. It is a magnificent lure created by Patrick Sébile, effective with many species and the Anjova does not usually resist its erratic movements under the surface. It is not widely used in our waters but those who use it are real fans (among which I include myself) and in many cases we have avoided the dreaded skittle. It is a very comfortable lure to use from a kayak because thanks to its 39gr., It goes down quickly to the bottom and we can pick it with the rod between 45 and 65 degrees of position, with short and dry pulls, which will zigzag it to the perfection until you notice the tremendous and frank chopped. Personally I prefer the sinking model, but there is also a suspending model just as effective, especially with the most distrustful Anjovas. To highlight the inner liquid of the lure, which apart from granting a greater haul, may contain a bleeding effect mixed with another liquid and even glitter to simulate the scales of prey fish. We have colors for situations of turbid waters and low light periods and more realistic colors for clearer waters, all effective. Options will not be lacking us.

Rough Trail Aomasa 148 de DUO

Duo lures are known for their high prices but are synonymous with great quality, Top lures. The Aomasa is a walker designed by some of the most prestigious fishermen in Japan, of those who just see it and you can imagine the havoc they can cause among the Anjovas. In addition to that attraction, the price of Aomasa is around 25 euros, but we ensure a robust construction with the best technological advances. Hard before the powerful jaws of the Anjova, it has stainless steel wire along its 148mm. and a special interior structure (Leader Rip Structure) that gives it greater robustness with a lower weight. In effect, its 38 gr. and the distribution of their weight are sufficient to reach long distances. In fishing action its aerodynamic profile makes it easy to use, showing its flanks in each zigzag on the surface of the water, attracting the attention of the predator. It works very well with a cheerful collection and when we see the wake of the Anjova behind, slow down the collection to better mark the WTD waiting for the brutal bite. His color chart is scarce but sufficient and has a realistic coloring (Mullet) that will delight the Anjovas.

Roosta Popper 135 de Halco

Popping fishing is synonymous with pure adrenaline. A noisy Popper splashing and raising a lot of water on the surface is a terrifying lure to the largest specimens. And the Roosta is a champion against the larger Ankhovas, especially the measure of 135mm. that raises water like few. It is made of high quality ABS plastic, with stainless steel through wire, Mustad anchorlets, attractive interior rattles and a tail weight that helps to make long hauls. With 48gr. we can already make an idea. We will not require great efforts to make it work since it lifts a lot of water with ease. Personally, I have two collection patterns, depending on the activity of the anjovas. If they are very active, a quick collection with short, dry blows is very effective but if we find them somewhat "lazy", nothing better than long and spaced splashes to incite them. To finish, its colorations, simple but effective in our waters and also at an affordable price for all fishermen. Little more can be asked. He has been with us for many years and never disappoints.

Sea Fly 200 de Roshi

In our box you can not miss a pencil, ideal lures to beat a lot of water in search of active fish. They are easy to handle and effective with anjovas of all sizes. Roshi's Sea Fly is a special pencil. And not only because of its 200mm size. Slim of great aerodynamics, nor for its 50gr. weight that allow us to send it "to the fifth hell", but for its versatility because we can take different movements, as a stroller or as the classic pencil in rapid and continuous collection. It is best to pick it up at high speed to attract the attention of the Anjova and when we have it in attack position make a marked zigzag, which does it perfectly, thus unleashing the attack. A very comfortable pick up if we fish from kayak for example. The Sea Fly is made of high quality plastic, perfectly holding the snakes of the Anjovas, comes with some anchortas all terrain and a beautiful color chart and more than enough for our coastal waters. Undoubtedly, we are facing the final pencil, which is slowly gaining fans according to the catches that it is starting to carry on its back and all this at a price that does not reach twenty euros; perfect.

Ketc de Seaspin

A sensational Skipbait, popularly known as "Rangers", cloned to the satiety given its effectiveness, the Kect is that strange lure for some fishermen that looks like a bar of soap, armed with a big simple hook, that crosses the surface waters at full speed jumping, splashing and doing a thousand and one prancing. It is a decoy to which it costs to take confidence but once we got used to its use and we have catches with it, it will become one of our favorites when it comes to inspecting terrain and raising anjovas. The Ketc measures 125mm. and weighs 60gr., being able to make some impressive sets, armed with a simple hook Seaspin Gamu sw of number 6/0 very robust and sharp. Better, both when handling it in that fast and continuous collection without difficulties as to stick firmly into the bite, is to use a somewhat powerful equipment, robust rod and fast and reliable reel; we will appreciate it If I had to stay with a color without a doubt a white / blue, quite a wild card. It is not a "cheap" lure but it is obligatory to bring one in the box. And it's an extraordinary lure for the pigeon, so surprises are always appreciated.

Sanchesky de YKR

We are before an artificial one of those that promise to give infinities of joys. First of all, its price, which does not even reach 10 euros, affordable for all fans and especially those who start in the exciting fishing of the anjova to spinning. But the quality is not at odds with the price. A robust and durable plastic, ideal and very successful colorations, perfect counterweight systems and hooks VMC 9626 3X STRONG No. 4 in red, which already wanted the most artificial. It measures 125mm, perfect to put it in those aviaries where the Anjovas hunt and become obsessed with small prey. It weighs 27gr., Enough to launch it and move it with a light equipment to enjoy better and fight with more equality with our opponents. And now the expected question, but what kind of decoy is it? For a stroller that zigzags perfectly, with very marked zetas that sloshes like a popper or a pencil, thanks to the concave shape of his head. This season will give a lot to talk about and it will be a fixed in our departures and soon will be in infinity of boxes of fans.

After reviewing seven decoys, we hope to open debates, suggestions and questions. We already know that they are not all decoys and that many of you will miss other models, but here you can comment anything and from Galaxy kayaks we encourage you to participate. Good luck and good fishing!