04/26/2026
Time to play with rig mechanics. All 3 hooks are size 6. I have changed my thoughts and theories over the years. Lately I have been thinking of a rig more like a grappling hook. The carp takes the bait into its mouth. Then as the hook falls downward. The hook needs to get a grip before being set by the lead. As if you throw a grappling hook upward over a wall then pull down ward towards the ground. Until you have tension against the hook. I mostly fish bottom bait boilies. Sometimes with method, pva bags and mesh. Everyone knows I like the ability to adapt my bait. I like to be able to change from a 24mm to an 18 mm boilie or even down to a single piece of floating corn. So I tend to use D loop or the bait loop. Using bait floss or mono line to attach my boilies. I have started paying attention to the line after I tie a rig. I will hold the end and toss the hook outward. Does the line want to coil? How does the line react when I push the pull line. Trying to catch the problems before I attach it to my rod.
