How to Rig a Barrel Swivel
Barrel swivels are pieces of terminal fishing tackle that most fishermen use when fishing with a live-bait rig. The swivels, which have a rotating body and holes on both ends, serve a couple of purposes: to reduce line twist and to separate the sinker from the leader of the live-bait rig. Rigging barrel swivels on a live-bait rig involves tying fishing line to both sides of them.
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Instructions
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Cut a 24- to 36-inch piece of fishing line to be used as the leader. It should be the same breaking strength as the main line.
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Slide onto the main fishing line a sinker that is heavy enough to maintain contact with the bottom.
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Tie the barrel swivel to the main line with a Palomar knot (see Resources). Tie the leader to the other side of the swivel.
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Tie a hook to the other end of the leader.
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