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Dropper Loop Rig

On this tutorial, we’ll learn how to make a dropper loop.  This is normally used on dropshot rigs, where the weight is on the bottom and you have one or more hooks above.  These type of rigs are best used for bottom fishing and they are effective in both saltwater and freshwater environments.  Although I don’t normally use this type …

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Free-Line Rig

Free lining refers to a rig that has no hardware other than the hook.  This type of rig is used for live bait and can be very effective for top water predators like trout, snook, and tarpon.  But will also work well for many other species.  The idea behind it is to not weigh down your bait in order to …

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Snell Hook Carolina Rig

Here we have a pretty traditional rig.  This particular rig is known by several names, but I think it is most commonly known here in the US as the Carolina Rig.  I’m choosing this opportunity to also show you how to snell a hook, this is not required for this rig, but snelling is a very strong way to attach …

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Double Hook Dropshot Rig

Here I’m going to show you how to make a simple double hook dropshot rig.  This is one of the most useful rigs I know and I use it very often.  In fact, when I first arrive at a fishing location, the first thing I usually do is put a couple of lines in the water using this rig.  In …