To add to obi_xyz I found it best to equip the hook and soft plastic first before the weight as they are also counted towards the total weight. If the Rod says 10g to 30g, you will equip in that range. Basically same as you look when equipping a normal lure. Originally posted by obi_xyz:Easiest way to determine what you need to equip (any rig) is the way sinkers and leaders worked so far in bottom fishing.Īs for sinkers, look at the 'lure weight' on the Rod and put weight same as minimal or more for longer casts. So again, use Bottom Fishing rules as a reference for leaders.Īs for sinkers, look at the 'lure weight' on the Rod and put weight same as minimal or more for longer casts. If you go with high leader on a weak line you will break it unless you tone the drag down a lot.

If you go over the top you risk breaking stuff. Sinkers (bullet, etc.) are your choice but if you go a lot under the limit of the Rod weight specs you will cast a lot shorter. 'Rule' is that your Rig leader is always a bit lower than the line which should always be the weakest link so you don't break rods and reels. Lure and hook is just lure and hook but it will affect the distance a bit.

Line should be Flouro 0.6 with 19kg of test. In this case it would be 'X-Rig 0.6' one with 18.1kg test.

So if you have a Rivertex Zeus rod and ThunderSpin 5500 reel, you will look to equip 18->21g (can be more) sinker and a proper rig that has a good test. Easiest way to determine what you need to equip (any rig) is the way sinkers and leaders worked so far in bottom fishing.

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