Sik fishing guide
Siken är en planktonätare som kan bli stor. Förekommer i många former, från små insjösikar till stora havssikar.
Scientific name
Coregonus maraena
Source: SLU Artdatabanken
Fishing tips & gear
Rod
5- to 7-weight fly rod
Mainline
WF-5 sink tip or full sinking line
Leader
Tapered + 0.18 mm tippet
Lures / bait
- Small streamers
- Nymphs
- Weighted wet flies
Season
June–October
Time of day
Dawn, dusk
Tip
Whitefish in mountain lakes — fish deep with a sinking line, slow retrieve.
Logged
0
Biggest catch
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Season
August-October
Most common methods
Fly fishing
Bait fishing
Ice fishing
Fishing guides for sik
Frequently asked questions
When is the season for sik?
The peak season for sik in Sweden is August-October.
How big does sik get?
Sik can grow up to 3.0 kg.
What's the best method to catch sik?
Common methods for sik are Fly fishing, Bait fishing, Ice fishing.
Which techniques work for sik?
Fly fishing, Ice fishing and Spinning — see the full guide for the right gear, baits and season.
Which bait works best for sik?
Proven baits: Small streamers, Nymphs, Weighted wet flies.