Bite indicator
Bite indicators are used when fishing to signal that a fish has been bitten.
Bite indicators are essential for fishing methods without swimmers and especially for night fishing, as an unnoticed bite should be avoided for both tactical fishing reasons and from the point of view of animal welfare. For this purpose, acoustic (the so-called eel bell ) and optical ( glow sticks ) indicators are placed on the tip of the fishing rod . A tight fishing line is a prerequisite for a clear signal when bitten. See also : oscillating tip
Electronic bite indicators monitor the withdrawal of the line. An impeller interrupts a light barrier when the line is withdrawn , whereupon an acoustic and / or optical signal is generated. By using 2 or 4-wing wheels, the sensitivity of some electronic bite indicators can also be adjusted. This is particularly useful in flowing waters or in strong winds.
Another type of electronic bite indicator works with a magnetic wheel, which triggers a signal with its impulse.
The electronic bite indicator was invented by the Englishman Richard Walker.