Rig Tangle

[Mick013 2]

Hey all,This might sound like a dumb ass question but does anyone else have a problem with whiting rig tangles? As i fish mainly on my own i dont know if anyone else experiences these problems or if its a hook to rig connection issue. I use a dropper loop to connect my hooks but they always seem to tie themselves into knots or constant twisting around the trace.Any feedback would be great because its starting to give me the shits..CheersMichael

[Softy 2,991]

I use the dropper loop also and hardly ever have any issue with tangles.. only time i really get tangles is if i have the rig off my rod and in my bag.. tho gotta expect that i guess.

[brenton 637]

I use a sinker on the bottom with 2 hooks above and don't have many problems these days.What i have found is that you should keep your dropper loops pretty small(about 1cm) and don't use different strength line classes in your rig,also you can keep your hook traces pretty short(12cm max)unless your fishing a ripping tide then make them a bit longer.Only use frozen cockles as the livies spin and if using squid beat it up because unbeaten squid will also spin.I have caught thousands of whiting on 12lb rigs so i don't think you need to go any lighter because lighter rigs also tangle and use a a swivel. cheers brenton

[Softy 2,991]

1cm loop? :S How do you even get loop threw the eye and over the hook??And more info on "beating squid"

[brenton 637]

The dropper loop which comes of the mainline is only 1cm(figure of 8),i use a 10 to 12cm piece to the hooks and snell my hooks myself so i don't go through the eye.Beat your squid to a pulp(you can chew it if you want :S ) and don't hide the point of the hook i also like to dip it in a bit of ink. cheers brenton

[Softy 2,991]

Ahhhh i am with you now Never heard about anyone beating squid before.

[Mick013 2]

Might have to try the smaller loop trick, im not quite doing them as small as you..Cheers for that..ill try any tips cos is so frustrating having to unwind your hook from the rig EVERY cast

[Del 245]

i use a large dropper loop with a hook on the loop. i find snelled lines/hooks often foul like you describe.

[Ranger 48]

Also try a twisted dropper loop, as this will hold the snelled hook and dropper out and away from the trace.

[pescados 1]

I used to get tangles on my 2 hook gar rigs, finished up with the top hook and line about 5-6 cm long and bottom hook whatever length as it came from the shop.Certainly cut down tangles on top hook.

[Cal 480]

brenton wrote:

The dropper loop which comes of the mainline is only 1cm(figure of 8),i use a 10 to 12cm piece to the hooks and snell my hooks myself so i don't go through the eye.Beat your squid to a pulp(you can chew it if you want :S ) and don't hide the point of the hook i also like to dip it in a bit of ink. cheers brenton

Great advice Brenton

[thefunkychicken 0]

I find the twisted dropper works a treat.There are pretty good steps and illustrations in the rig tying book that every fisher has. With a bit of practice they casn be tied quick smart.Good luck.

[afishyfish 4]

One thing that may be causing you issues is using different line sizes/weights for your dropper trace, as opposed to yoour hook trace.Making sure they are the same may be the answer for ya brenton wrote:

(you can chew it if you want :S ) cheers brenton

tell ya what Brenton, I'll let YOU chew it for me :S ;)

[Jimmy. 173]

If your that worried, buy the premade rigs with the metal eyelets for the hooks to attach onto. works a treat, keeps it all seperated nicely, swivel down the bottom so you can change weights when you want to.If I cant be bothered finding one in my bag, I just make up the loop. dont usually have any problems when its a small loop.