Rig
Fish Finder Rig
Surf and pier bottom fishing that lets fish take bait without feeling resistance
What this rig is for
Surf and pier bottom fishing that lets fish take bait without feeling resistance
Where to fish it: Cast from the end of the pier toward the beach or along the surf line
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fish Finder Slide | Plastic clip that holds the sinker and slides on the line | Standard size |
| Pyramid Sinker | Holds bottom in current and surf | 2 to 4 oz |
| Bead | Protects the knot | Plastic, 6mm |
| Barrel Swivel | Sinker stop and anti-twist | Size 7 |
| Leader | Fluorocarbon from swivel to hook | 20 to 30 lb fluorocarbon, 24 to 36 inches |
| Circle Hook | For live or cut bait | 2/0 to 5/0 |
Assembly
Tying the fish finder rig
Wet every knot before you cinch it down. Dry mono cuts itself as it tightens.
Thread the fish finder slide onto your main line.
Clip a pyramid sinker to the fish finder slide.
Add a bead below the slide.
Tie a barrel swivel to the end of your main line.
Attach 24 to 36 inches of fluorocarbon leader to the swivel.
Tie a circle hook to the end of the leader.
Knots this rig calls for
Knots for the pier
The steps above do not name a specific knot. These are the ones worth knowing on a pier.