How to Make a Walleye Spinner Rig

Fishing for large sport fish such as walleye is thrilling and addictive. As with many species of fish, particular methods of rigging lures have been developed. Spinner rigs for walleye are one such method of combining different components, resulting in a very effective lure. These rigs are typically made ahead of time and may be varied to cover a wide range of fishing situations.

Things You'll Need

• #4 or 6 walleye hooks
• Glass beads
• 12# test monofilament line
• Colorado spinner blade (small) with clevis

Instructions

1. Cut 4 to 5 feet of the line from the main spool. The line should be at least 12# test and monofilament.

2. Tie a #4 or #6 walleye hook to the end of the line with a clinch knot. The knot is tied by pulling the end of the line through the hook eye for about 2 inches or so. Twist the loose end around the main line and then pass the end of the line through the small loop formed by the line just above the eye of the hook. Wet the knot and pull the knot down tightly.

3. Slide five or six of the glass beads down to the hook from the free end of the line. The beads may be metallic or glass but should have an opening for the line that matches the diameter of the line. Make sure the beads will not slip over the knot and down the hook. Tie an overhand knot above the top bead. Do not make the knot flush against the top bead, since the beads should have room to move slightly against each other.

4. Slip the clevis into the eye of the spinner so that the spinner is located in the U-shaped portion. Thread the loose end of the line through the small openings in both ends of the clevis and slide the spinner assemby down the line so that it comes to rest against the knot. Tie another over hand knot above the clevis, once again making sure the spinner has room to move slightly.

5. At the loose end of the line, form a loop with the line of about 2 inches or so. Tie an overhand knot with the entire loop so that the result is a knotted loop at the end of the line. This will allow the main fishing line to easily be attached to the rig.

6. Roll the rig neatly and place in a small ziplock bag for transportation and easy viewing.

Tips & Warnings

• Vary the color and texture of the Colorado blade for different fishing conditions such as water clarity and weather. Vary the bead colors for different water and weather conditions.

• Use caution when handling hooks.