Braxen fishing guide
Braxen är en stor karpfisk som lever i flockar. Vanlig i grunda näringsrika sjöar och långsamma vattendrag.
Scientific name
Abramis brama
Source: SLU Artdatabanken
Fishing tips & gear
Rod
Feeder rod 3.6–4.2 m, casting weight 60–100 g, or match rod 4 m
Browning King Feeder
Daiwa Tournament Pro
Shimano Tribal TX Feeder
Reel
Match reel, size 4000
Mainline
Mono 0.20–0.25 mm or braid 0.12 mm
Leader
Hooklength 0.16–0.20 mm
Hook
#12 to #8
Weight
Feeder 30–60 g
Lures / bait
- Maggot
- Earthworm
- Sweetcorn
- Pellets
- Mini boilies
Season
May–September
Time of day
Dawn, dusk, night
Tip
Bottom fishing with a feeder and groundbait. Patience — bream move in shoals. Keep feeding the same bait consistently. Long hooklengths (60–100 cm) draw more takes from bigger fish.
Logged
0
Biggest catch
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Season
May-August
Most common methods
Bait fishing
Frequently asked questions
When is the season for braxen?
The peak season for braxen in Sweden is May-August.
How big does braxen get?
Braxen can grow up to 5.0 kg.
What's the best method to catch braxen?
Common methods for braxen are Bait fishing.
Which techniques work for braxen?
Float / bait — see the full guide for the right gear, baits and season.
Which bait works best for braxen?
Proven baits: Maggot, Earthworm, Sweetcorn.
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