Rig
Carolina Rig
Bottom fishing with natural bait presentation that allows the bait to move freely
What this rig is for
Bottom fishing with natural bait presentation that allows the bait to move freely
Where to fish it: End of the pier or T-top, cast parallel to the beach in deeper water
Terminal tackle
What you need
Buy this once and you can tie the rig on the pier in a couple of minutes.
| Component | What it does | Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Egg Sinker | Slides freely on the main line above the swivel | 1 to 3 oz depending on current |
| Bead | Protects the knot from the sinker | Plastic or glass, 6mm |
| Barrel Swivel | Prevents line twist and acts as a sinker stop | Size 7 or 10 |
| Leader | Fluorocarbon leader from swivel to hook | 20 to 30 lb fluorocarbon, 18 to 24 inches |
| Circle Hook | Hook for live or cut bait | 3/0 to 5/0 circle hook |
Assembly
Tying the carolina rig
Wet every knot before you cinch it down. Dry mono cuts itself as it tightens.
Thread the egg sinker onto your main line.
Add a plastic bead below the sinker.
Tie a barrel swivel to the end of your main line using an improved clinch knot.
Cut 18 to 24 inches of fluorocarbon leader.
Tie one end of the leader to the other side of the swivel.
Tie a circle hook to the free end of the leader using a snell knot.
Knots this rig calls for
Tie these first
Every knot named in the steps above, with the percentage of line strength it keeps.