How to Use a Fish Finder Rig

A fish finder rig can help you catch finicky fish.

A fish finder rig can be a useful set-up when the fish you're pursuing aren't cooperating. The fish finder rig keeps your bait suspended off of the bottom so it's easier for fish to find it. This is done by placing a swivel above the hook and attaching a drop line with a sinker on the end of it. This allows your line to stay stationary while your hook floats above the bottom.

Things You'll Need

• Sliding snap swivel
• 3 oz. to 6 oz. pyramid sinker
• barrel swivel
• appropriate sized hook
• strong fishing line for leader

Instructions

1. Attach the sliding snap swivel, using your favorite fishing knot, to the end of your main fishing line.

2. Tie the barrel swivel, using your knot, to the end of of your main line.

3. Tie 6 to 12 inches of the strong fishing line, using your knot, to the other end of the barrel swivel for a leader.

4. Attach the hook, using your knot, to the end of the leader line.

5. Attach the pyramid sinker to the snap swivel on the main line.

6. Attach fresh bait to the hook. Cast the line. Wait for the fish to start biting.

Tips & Warnings

• Use a sturdy fishing rod when casting fish finder rigs.

References

• ReelintheFish: Rigs

Resources

• FishingMOZ: Fish Finder Rig - Surf Fishing