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Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: GrassProShop Jim] #10995195 07/23/15 11:22 AM
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Tie at home leader hook,then swivel on other end.
Stick hook in noodle foam wrap line , tooth pick in swivel.Make a
dozen .


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Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: Rudy Lackey] #10995306 07/23/15 12:35 PM
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Originally Posted By: Rudy Lackey
Tie at home leader hook,then swivel on other end.
Stick hook in noodle foam wrap line , tooth pick in swivel.Make a
dozen .


Yep


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Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: GrassProShop Jim] #10995335 07/23/15 12:58 PM
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I use the traditional C-Rig setup, even though I probably break off more than using the keepers. I'm also using Carolina rigs whenever I'm fishing in more than a few feet of water and not in heavy cover. I used to be T-Rig all the time, which is the way I was taught as a youngster, but I much prefer the action of the C-Rig now, and it is a setup that is effective in a lot of situations.
However, I don't believe in the shortcut rigs because I think bass are less aware of a sinker where the line can flow freely through than one that is "captured" like in a pre-rigged setup.


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Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: GrassProShop Jim] #10995349 07/23/15 01:07 PM
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I throw a c-rig a LOT and can't tell you how many times I have broken one off in the last 30 minutes of a tournament when we are desperately trying to cull or catch just one more fish. I started pre-tying leaders now and it helps a ton. You simply tie a hook with your leader line to a swivel. I tie both short (24"-36") and long (48"+) ones and put them in individual marked zip lock bags. Doing this, allows me to simply take out the weight size and bead I want to use then just tie the one knot which saves a ton of time on the boat.

And BTW - I also started out using those pre-made brass ones and they SUCK. They get hung up on everything.


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Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: GrassProShop Jim] #10995431 07/23/15 01:39 PM
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pre-tie leaders... I dont use pre made set ups.


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Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: GrassProShop Jim] #10995442 07/23/15 01:48 PM
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Pre mades are junk and they're lazy. Good rule for bass fishing - don't use junk and don't cut corners. There's ALWAYS a downside.

Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: reelswift] #10995453 07/23/15 01:52 PM
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Originally Posted By: reelswift
Originally Posted By: Rudy Lackey
Tie at home leader hook,then swivel on other end.
Stick hook in noodle foam wrap line , tooth pick in swivel.Make a
dozen .


Yep



Best way to do it imo, I usually tie a dozen or more and have them ready to go. When you break off just grab your hardware and leader and one knot and your ready to go. I have a c rig tied on year around not real sure I could go fishing without one. I vary weights and leader length throughout the year depending on depth I'm fishing. It's actually a good set up for the spawn for me probably the most productive when the water is to dirty to see the fish. I'll use a 3/8th weight and 12"-18" leader for the spawn. When the fish move out deeper I personally like a 3/4 oz and start with a 36" leader and let the fish tell me if it needs to be adjusted from there.

Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: Bradshuflin aka hunter'sdad] #10995494 07/23/15 02:06 PM
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Originally Posted By: Bradshuflin aka hunter'sdad
Best way to do it imo, I usually tie a dozen or more and have them ready to go. When you break off just grab your hardware and leader and one knot and your ready to go. I have a c rig tied on year around not real sure I could go fishing without one. I vary weights and leader length throughout the year depending on depth I'm fishing. It's actually a good set up for the spawn for me probably the most productive when the water is to dirty to see the fish. I'll use a 3/8th weight and 12"-18" leader for the spawn. When the fish move out deeper I personally like a 3/4 oz and start with a 36" leader and let the fish tell me if it needs to be adjusted from there.


weren't you the one that showed me the keepers? If not, must have been Jason Conklin.

Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: Chris G] #10995498 07/23/15 02:10 PM
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Originally Posted By: Chris G
I throw a c-rig a LOT and can't tell you how many times I have broken one off in the last 30 minutes of a tournament when we are desperately trying to cull or catch just one more fish. I started pre-tying leaders now and it helps a ton. You simply tie a hook with your leader line to a swivel. I tie both short (24"-36") and long (48"+) ones and put them in individual marked zip lock bags. Doing this, allows me to simply take out the weight size and bead I want to use then just tie the one knot which saves a ton of time on the boat.

And BTW - I also started out using those pre-made brass ones and they SUCK. They get hung up on everything.


Chris, give the keepers a try. c-rig is one of my favorite things to throw, especially when I'm coangling. use 2 for any weight above 1/2 oz, I use 1.25 oz weights and they never slide down with 2 unless hung. single knot to tie and only one point of failure vs. 3 with traditional. also that single knot with keepers on the hook is always the least vulnerable point anyway because floating up. I still put a couple beads above the keepers for noise. Also easy to adjust the length on the fly. Because I use such a heavy weight, I prefer 15 or 17 lb Invizix. I think if everyone tried the keepers they would never go back.

Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: GrassProShop Jim] #10995510 07/23/15 02:14 PM
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The pre rigged seem to hang more than the hand tied. I use either a barrel style or tube style weight. One of my go to baits!

Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: Rob Lay] #10995514 07/23/15 02:17 PM
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You can pre tie the hook and swivel and just tie on with beads and weight when using. I don't like keepers,except on t rigs

Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: GrassProShop Jim] #10995520 07/23/15 02:19 PM
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Never been a fan of the Crig because of the mass amounts of knot tying. I have even made leaders up before but it still is a pain because I always seem to make my leaders longer than I want. I am going to have to pick up some of the keepers and try it out. I think I will throw the technique much more if I can adjust my leader length on the fly!


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Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: forkduc] #10995626 07/23/15 02:45 PM
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Originally Posted By: forkduc
You can pre tie the hook and swivel and just tie on with beads and weight when using. I don't like keepers,except on t rigs


you use a c-rig keeper on a t-rig!?!

Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: JBellZX250] #10995636 07/23/15 02:47 PM
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Originally Posted By: JBellZX202
Never been a fan of the Crig because of the mass amounts of knot tying. I have even made leaders up before but it still is a pain because I always seem to make my leaders longer than I want. I am going to have to pick up some of the keepers and try it out. I think I will throw the technique much more if I can adjust my leader length on the fly!


I think you'll like it Jeff, I use to get so frustrated with tying 3 knots and always breaking. It is so easy now I throw the c-rig much more. every time I caught more than pro on tour it was with a c-rig.

Re: Carolina rig - pre-made set up versus not? [Re: Rob Lay] #10995703 07/23/15 03:11 PM
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Originally Posted By: Rob Lay

I think you'll like it Jeff, I use to get so frustrated with tying 3 knots and always breaking. It is so easy now I throw the c-rig much more. every time I caught more than pro on tour it was with a c-rig.


I always find it hard to put my drop shot down when the fishing is tough though. Time and time again it is a proven technique for me!


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