Here's a few well
recognised basic rigs for reference including a brief description of
the best situation for each. Click on the rig type below for details or scroll through the selection.
RIG
10 - FEEDER RIG The feeder rig incorporates a slow delivery system for groundbait and other small baits to entice fish into the area.
The feeder sould be cast upstream of the baited hook so that as the groundbait is released it drifts over the baited hook ie. leading the fish to the main target.
Step 1
Fill the swimfeeder full of your chosen groundbait and thread it on to your main reel line.
Step 2
Thread a bomb lead on to the line next to the feeder and allow for the correct hooklength before nipping a piece of shot on to the line to prevent the lead sliding further down.
Step 3
At the end of the hooklength attach your hook and nip another piece of shot on to the line about 4" above the hook.
RIG
11 - SPINNING RIG
Spinning with an artificial bait is a very straightforward rig. The bait just needs to be allowed to rotate freely for full performance and to avoid tangles.
Step 1
Tie a swivel to the top of the trace line.
Step 2
Allow between 2 and 5 feet of line before then attaching a clip link swivel at the base of the rig line. This allows for a quick changeover between lures.
RIG
12 - PLUMB RIG A plumb rig is a simple setup to check the depth of the water before starting to fish. Once you know the depth to the bottom of your chosen spot you can set up your fishing rigs accordingly.
Step 1
Slide the float on to the line and secure with a rubber sleeve at a position which you gauge to be roughly the depth of the water.
Step 2
Attach a bomb lead to the other end of the line.
Step 3
Cast out to your chosen fishing position and check the depth. If the float lies flat on the surface, the float is too high on the line. Adjust it by sliding it down the line towards the lead. Cast out again and check what happens. If the float disappears underneath the water's surface, the float is too low and needs to be moved higher up the line. Cast again and again until the float sits upright in the water with about 1" showing.
Carp Rods
