Catch More Fish

THE CAROLINA RIG: TRICKS, TIPS AND TACTICS TO CATCH MORE FISH

With this rig you'll need line (main reel line), a barrel swivel, about six-feet of leader line, a weight, glass or brass bead or rattle chamber, and a hook. I know this seems like a lot of stuff, but the results are incredible!

First, take your "Leader Line" and tie one end of it to one end of the barrel swivel and then put it aside for a moment. The "Leader Line" can be the same line that is on your reel already, but I would suggest using a line that is at least 2-pound test less than your main line in case of a break-off. That way the leader line will break first, thus saving the other hardware on the rig.

Now, take your main line from your reel and put on the weight (usually a ½- to l-ounce bullet or egg sinker). Next, follow it with a rattle (rattle chamber, glass or brass bead) and then tie the end of the main line to the other end of the barrel swivel that you just put aside. After you tie to the swivel, tie your hook at the other end of the leader line giving you a two- to four-foot leader. Now, we're ready for the bait!

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