How to Tie Bottom Rig - Catch More Fish and Save $ (Beach Fishing Rig)

[@edo6769]

This Guy shows a BETTER Demonstration of tying Hook's on a line than MOST People I See on here!! 👍🙂

[@wrxslo]

no he don’t

[@jeddavis6442]

I've been a fresh water fisherman my whole life, prior to moving to OV last year. I can't tell you how much I appreciate what you two have done to help me migrate into tidal fishing. THANK YOU!

[@1fish2fish10]

Thank you!! Comments like this keep us going!!

[@FastEddy1959]

OV?

[@marctheriault]

Would that be OV, DE?

[@jeddavis6442]

@@marctheriault I was born near OV DE, but live now in OV Norfolk.

[@marctheriault]

@@jeddavis6442 , just retired to the DE one from MA. Trying to learn where the fish at. 😂

[@STEVEJELLY]

Unlike all of the other tutorials, you are the only one who showed ALL the steps and the only one I could keep up. Thanks! ( im mostly a freshwater fisherman)

[@chris-8597]

Same

[@kangacrew540]

Yeah. A fisherman with brains. It's rare . It's great instruction.

[@dougiemac8417]

The more I watch you professionals the more confident I am to try your techniques. Thanks a ton for the tutorial.

[@SR-ci5vf]

Recently moved to ENC and have just got into fishing. I can honestly thank my two boys for that (7 & 4 years old). Anywho, your videos have been a HUGE help! I cannot thank you enough for the knowledge and wisdom you choose to share with your audience. This rig works great! thanks again.

[@jakeaustria2767]

What an awesome advice thank you

[@OhMrLee-zr5jv]

I hereby nominate you "The Fishing Line McGyver of The Year!" I do that ("Sometimes it helps to use your mouth" mantra) a lot when I am so focused on working on my fishing line. I call it "impromptu improvisation" so as not to lose my patience and passion. Thank you for being basic and yet practical! Happy fishing, sir!

[@TheBestPaJam]

I used this set up growing up. Now I’m getting back into fishing but couldn’t remember the set up. Found your video, made the set up, went fishing caught 2 fish. Mind you, this is after going fishing 5 times in the last month with out a catch. Thanks!

[@richardopigo7865]

Your lecture simplified the T-knot tying for beginners in fishing. Thanks.

[@ronhazelwood391]

Man I really appreciate this video, simplicity at its best. Very easy to understand.

[@jacobmcvay123]

I’ve watched 10+ videos of tying surf fishing leaders trying to find a video where I can ACTUALLY SEE THEM ZOOMING IN ON THE KNOT TYING. 99% of the videos I’ve seen are absolutely worthless and I’m just getting information for the ears. This was FLAWLESS. I just pre built 10-15 leaders in under 30 minutes n all ready to go in the surf tackle box cause I can actually see what’s going on in this video!!! THANK YOU!!! BRAVO!!! Idk why that was so hard for others to ZOOM IN TO THE KNOT TYING N SLOW DOWN. Lolol. Thank you soooo much bro!

[@ferenc-x7p]

You can also by those smaller Styrofoam bobbers and thread it onto the hook line to keep the top hook floating off the bottom. You generally use a smaller bait on it. It's great if crabs are stealing your bait or there is vegetation on the bottom and you want your bait to have more visibility by having it floating a feet or 2 off the bottom. You can also use a wine cork for more natural look, sometimes bright colors make the fish more cautious, and the cork is natural wood color.

[@MrHairball05]

Love this rig! I've been tying it like crazy and keep sets of 7-8 in my bag in 20#, 40# and 50# for Cape Cod stripers. I love the bead add too and have made a tiny edit on the heavier rigs by making a t-knot so it stands out better and I get less snags. Great channel man, you guys are awesome!

[@1fish2fish10]

Thank you so much! That's awesome! We want to catch some of those striper so bad!

[@ModernTomYT]

"Sometimes it helps to use your mouth" everytime man :)

[@robertgonzalez692]

That's what she said

[@winniethepooh1931]

But never on the rod, man.

[@blackberry30]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@reddman305]

I thought I was the only one caught that 😆

[@rameshm1689]

Tq, Good I got it .from India

[@redback335]

Perfect! I searched for ages to find a straight forward 'how to rig a hand line' Thank you so much for this!! 👍

[@nacimklimounet830]

The simplest things are often the most effective. I like this. Very simple, well explained. Thank you sir.

[@greenteahawaiiallnaturalch9148]

Thanks for the detailed explanation. 1st timer on my new Whaler here in Hawaii!

[@IIJOSEPHXII]

We used to use the surgeon's knots up the rig to put the hooks on. Just a simple over under and through then pull. I can see the dropper loop sticks out at more of a right angle, but when you're on a rocking boat in the middle of the night and your hands are covered in stinking bait you don't want to be putting them or any tackle near your mouth - simpler just to tie a single knot per loop.

[@Azreal911]

i have to save this it is the best tutorial for salmon fishing setup in rivers and inlets! Thank you for the clear and precise instructions!

[@lucasbarberena9050]

spent the day fishing the surf on bonita beach yesterday and normally i just flat fish with a lure but I saw a few people using sand fleas so i decided to take a chance. after watching this video im excited to see if i can get better results! thank you

[@danfish4life249]

Great rig. I use a snapping swivel to attach the weight seems to help keep the line from getting twisted when hardheads and whiting are stealing your bait and your retrieving your line over and over. Great video. Tight Lines

[@matthewwhite3444]

I've never had a problem catching fish on the premade rigs. However I tend to use the premade rigs for smaller fish (e.g spot, croaker, white perch, etc.). When going for bigger fish I usually use a Carolina rig.

[@OCPetDr]

Plan to use this rig off Dana Point, So Calif, for my rod and 6 year old.

[@johnschuster9192]

Thanks so much...!!!!!!!!!!!!!!The simplest way to rig up for bottom fishing.....

[@joehanel8462]

Very nice demonstration and explanation of everything. Thanks!!

[@georgenettlesjr1466]

Thanks for the perfect information on how to set up this rig!!!😎

[@Mario_Gillette]

I like to both lure and bottom fish. And I use the same setup as you just showed, but there is an easier, faster way. Bonus: You only have to tie ONE knot. First I tie a snap swivel to the end of my line. (Thats your one knot) That's how I attach my sinkers. Then I take my Bear Paw Line-Leader connectors and put on my hook (the pre-made kind like you showed. That's it. We're done, just bait up and cast. For those that don't know, The connectors are made of a small cone tube, and a "peg" shaped kinda like a fish. with a slit to attach to your line and hook. Take your line, make a small loop and push it threw the small end of the cone tube and take the peg aim the skinney at the tube and put the loop from your line into the slit. Snug up your line so the line don't come off the peg, but don't cover the slit. Take the loop on the line on your hook and put it in the slit pulling it to the fatter end of the peg. Now push the peg till it's tight in the tube. It's pointy and kind hurts my fingers so I usually use my teeth or a pair of pliers. And your set to fish. An added bonus is, the connectors hold the hook out from your line so there's less chance of tangling the hook on the line. It took a lot of words to explain how to use them, but in reality you can put your hook on in under ten second, and take them off even quicker. Amazon link. a.co/d/0cdOXMjC You can probably pick them up at any baitshop or even Walmart cheaper. Now, I mentioned that I like to lure fish too. If I get bored of bottom fishing, I take off the bear paws, take the sinkers off too, and put a lure on the snap swivel and in under a minute, I'm lure fishing.

[@Huy0035]

Always wet your knots before tightening them down. Also if you add a locking swivel at the bottom you can remove you weight and clip it to the guide on the rod during transport. Space your hooks at the proper distance apart so they can be hooked to each other during transport for less mess. If you cut your drop loop down to 1 line instead of it being doubled over. There is less line for the fish to see. Just leave about 1/4-1/2" tag line.

[@yarrumelyod7259]

thanks Jeff, one of the better how to make bottom rig out there, short and basic, seen a lot of reel complicated ones thaat aren't worth attempting

[@1fish2fish10]

Right on! Thank you!

[@josephforlenza3714]

I have been doing this for years...thanks for giving away my secrets, lol. Actually I work in a tackle shop. I will be sharing this with my customers. It will save me lots of time.

[@1fish2fish10]

Glad I can help!!

[@xGSFxGoat]

1:56 2:14 2:27 2:31 2:37 2:49 3:32 3:56 5:12 6:35 Pretty good rig there, *all I gotta do* is try it some time

[@dannymarkgraf34]

great video. i am gonna try this for the next time i go fishing at the coast. a lot less hardware, i like that. thank you

[@molvimusk9991]

Big thanks, your rig works, I've caught many fish on this type / style rig

[@markmenezes17]

Thank you. I didn't know this technique and just seeing it I'm certain it's going to perform well.

[@hustlehardrecycling1567]

This is going to save me a ton on crappie rigs to fish perch in Lake Erie. Lord willing. Thank you.

[@serfish101]

Thank you for sharing, and greetings from Mediterranean Sea , Italy

[@123cdj]

Thanks for the tips, we will most definitely try this one out Tomorrow. C.J.

[@chandrakantchavan9745]

Very nice Bro.👌👌👌

[@salimban3263]

Simple and best working and easy to desmentle.. Thanks dear

[@ledforthehead23]

Good video. That's the only rig I use. Great rig for all bottom fish, especially sheepshead and Tog. 1 thing i would add although obvious is always wet your line when pulling knots tight.

[@domana100]

Yeah I was surprised when he didn’t do that

[@ledforthehead23]

@@domana100 I'm pretty sure he knows, just can't remember everything.

[@russellmcgarrity]

Well presented demo. Thanks for your time.😊

[@TheAWilloughby]

If you wrap the line around the hook a couple times after you pass it through the loop then it'll stick out straighter.

[@robertlosasso4222]

Good Idea .

[@MavrikUSMC]

Easily explained. Great vid!

[@JessieClaymore]

Your the best bro^^ Really understood your setup and its burned in my brain!

[@AngelHernandez-rh5wl]

This video actually taught me a lot, thanks i just feel bad about fishing because, man poor fish. But im planning on getting my fishing license, and this video got me pretty ready, now i just to learn how to throw the lure in, Thanks!

[@maryr6599]

Thank you for the tutorial. We r headed to the gulf of Fl in a couple of weeks and wanted t learn how to make the dbl hook and sinker❤. Do u have a video on how to attach a floater? Or do I not need it? I’m a 65 year old female 👵🏻

[@nathanz602]

I like to have a few pre made rigs if it is windy out... For some reason I suck at tying in the wind, so I make some rigs at home and then when I get out to the spot I can just clip them to a small snap swivel.

[@1fish2fish10]

That's a really good idea! People, take note!!

[@2reelyakrz481]

Have the same problem in the wind. We use 20-30 lb mono for leader (for toothy critters and oyster shells). I make some up at the house with the hooks and we use pool noodles on the yak or beach cart to keep them organized. My wife prefers Carolina rigs, which are great for feeling the bite, but the sinkers do destroy the line after a while.

[@patamats]

I pre tie a few at home and leave in ziplock bags.

[@MegaTechno2000]

Yep, get a length of mono, and tie 4 Surgeon’s Loops spaced out. The last top loop is used to clip onto your snap swivel, so you can make up a bunch of double dropper leaders ahead of time.

[@robertlosasso4222]

If it’s that windy I don’t fish .

[@JakePurvisConsulting]

Same exact rig we tie for offshore fishing. We call it the chicken rig. We add a swivel to the top and then attach to the main line. And use bigger gear of course. Usually 60lb mono and size 4/0-6/0 hooks. Great for snapper, porgy’s, trigger, and for catching larger baits like grunts.

[@leslieanderson5562]

I love that you can easily add colored beads in front of the hooks to add a splash of color to the rig.

[@ebglock]

Life long fisherman. Good job!

[@miguelnolasco3000]

Gret. Excellent. Can I use any fishing lures also on it?

[@AlergicToSnow]

that pre made hi lo rig is called a pickerel rig in Canada and has been a staple for decades. It’s caught more fish than any lures ever sold besides, possibly, basic spoons.. Used mostly with real minnows (fresh/salted or frozen) or real worms (crawlers or earthworms). The amount of hardware doesn’t seem to matter.

[@gueroloco78]

True. I've used those cheap Eagle Claw ones and never had a problem. Used the for perch, crappie and I'm on the west coast now and use them for surf perch and flounder. Never had a problem ever and they are cheap. 1.99 where I am. They also sell pre tied dropper rigs on a spool from 10lb to a 100lb so you don't have to mess around doing this crap. Doing it this way is great to know maybe in case you need to tie one spur of the moment.

[@OSUbronco]

Good info, thanks much. Will give it a shot. Couldn't see the first knot but the second one cleared it up.

[@tadastadux]

thank you for sharing - does it work with braided lines?

[@sweatyjaguar]

Love learning simple knots to completely reshape my setup, clutch✊🏼

[@surrealtrax]

Going try this tomorrow for beachcasting, thankyou buddy

[@englishandproud1949]

I really like your simplistic Rigs. My only concern is that on every knot you tie you fail to moisten the line with saliva or water to lubricate the line as you tighten the knots up. The amount of heat generated as you tighten down will cause unseen damage to the mono. This can lower the breaking strain by as much as 60%. Or put it another way, your 20lb mono will actually be only 12lbs breaking strain. Remember to do this simple thing and lubricate your mono, this could stop the chance of loosing a Trophy Fish. We all know how that feels. Being an ex Fishing boat Charter Captain here in the UK I used to drum it into my paying charter guests to do this every time they went Fishing. I have seen many Trophy Fish lost because of monofilament damage.. Tight Lines Buddy !!!

[@TheOZMOSISfull]

Good explanation , thanks from Victoria Australia

[@patmccloy3493]

Thank you for showing us this to save money and catch more.

[@samuelnsamara]

I'm using this technique this weekend gonna make a bunch of them prior to the trip thanks ☺️

[@scrobtimusprime]

Great vid! Lots of spanish mackerel schooling on bait at Gloucester Point today if you're looking for something to do tomorrow. Not sure if they'll be there or not but it was pretty cool watching them ball the bait up and hit them from the bottom and the birds crashing the ball from the air, all 5 feet from the pier. Folks were grabbing bait off the top with dip nets.

[@CampsiteCrashers]

New to saltwater fishing. I find your videos very informational. Thanks and keep posting my dude.

[@Seangamesrfx]

what do you use to tie the rig line to the main line ? can i use a clip ?

[@miguelelias2119]

This was an awesome video, set up my poles and my son's to go fishing, I appreciate it!

[@larryclark4297]

In Jacksonville Florida the old timers showed me you put a barrel swivel end of line put egg sinker above it tie about 12 in of line on the other side of the barrel swivel for your hook this way the fish can pull the line through the egg sinker and never feel the weight of the sinker I use nothing but circle hooks just pick up the rod and reel never have to set the hook🎣

[@FlyByFrancis]

I belive that's called a Carolina Rig. For anyone who wants to see pictures of what it looks like, search Carolina rig on google. ^ I could be wrong though

[@markgally731]

I use this rig for Jersey Stripers, works well. The knot he tied for the hooks is called a dropper loop. Very simple, learn it and use it !! Good luck 🎣

[@sswatson]

i'm new to fishing... couple of months old. which rig to use and when, carolina or drop shot? i like drop shot because i want to feel the fish nibbling/biting my baited hook asap and less snag. what do you suggest instead and why. thank you 😊

[@PaulDanciu]

Simple,and clearly. U have also video catching with this method

[@fishinraider3146]

Great video. Does this work for braid?

[@Ko-gl4nhfv]

Works very well, especially if the fish are not eating at sea bottom

[@babamoizuddin4906]

Good 👍 Looks pretty good and indeed cheap & less material used ....

[@markw176]

Nice! Easy and effective. I like to add a bead or two on the loop before I put the hook on.

[@VickFit19]

What’s the purpose of that?

[@markw176]

@@VickFit19 just to add a little flash or color

[@FrankLadd]

Interesting video! Thanks for making it. I'll try the smaller hooks. I was taught a similar way except all three loops are surgeon's knots. Also I just use regular line instead of buying special leader line.

[@seanwoodburn2616]

Three is an Improved Surgeons Knot. It adds about 5% more strength if you can pull it completely tight which can be difficult with thicker line. I use it on 20lb or less generally. Depends on how supple the line is. If it DOES slip it makes the knot about 50% of the line test, just like an overhand knot.

[@andrewchalmers7422]

Special leader line is poly carbonate much stiffer for standing up straight and wears much better around structure

[@omarwilliams892]

EXCELLENT AND VERY GOOD DIRECTIONS BRO TY

[@JohnAlanDay]

So great, I've seen so many more complicated things than this, this I can do. Thank you so much

[@arnoldbailey8803]

Wow thanks so much for that. & Im just leaving bass pro shops and bought about 12 high low rigs. Smh

[@TheBeeman410]

I’ve been using this rig for years. It works very well when fishing with bait for damn near everything. I make my drop loops a bit smaller though, maybe 1 1/2” - 2” depending on the hooks I’m using. Put some circle / octopus hooks on and you’ll get a perfect hook set every time. If you’re fishing for flounder, I’d make the drop loops about 4-5” and thread on a spinner between a couple beads above the skirt & hook, and instead of using a weight at the bottom when drifting, use a jig or buck tail. (I’ve seen videos of flounder biting at the lead weight.) It works..🍻

[@stantonscott]

When you say spinner do you mean a spinner lure /spinnerbait. Can you explain that a bit better?

[@thekenmorgan]

Perfect 👌 Exactly what I was looking for! Thank you! 👍 😀

[@MitchellNabkey]

Is this a good rig for beach fishing? Sorry am pretty new to the hobby

[@clockswhiting9674]

Thanks for info. Gonna try this here in Jacksonville Florida.

[@nawazrehman2151]

Thank you so much. The best video I have ever watch

[@octaviofuentes7781]

This rig for sure will catch fish brother thanks for sharing

[@eliassanmigueliii5152]

I'll try it this weekend. Thanks

[@markhansen3111]

I like to add a surgeons knot in the dropper loop to keep it from slipping.... good tutorial.

[@rs2543]

Is this recommended for lake fishing off a boat?

[@AndreKruger-p3n]

I am glad I watched your video I always over du my rig with unnecessary swivels steel wire and jazz witch as you said scares the fish away because it doesn't look natural I am from south africa

[@jofritz]

What knot do you use to tie this rig to main line? Thx!! Awesome vid.

[@charavarifine8668]

So you never used the snell leader line from the pack correct?? This was all done with the main line? Awesome video btw

[@cookandfishing]

Who Doesn't love saving money?! Plus catching more fish at the same time?! Love that! Thank you for your advice! I'll Take it! ✌🎣😎

[@brocky]

I haven't fished in over 5 years. It was nice to get a refresher. Thanks for the vid

[@mazatrolmultiplex1113]

Thanks for your demo it is useful

[@TEAMMHSLOCOS]

Had an empty handed first day fishing, gonna feel like a pro after this

[@captsparky6566]

This works great also if your using heavy liter you only need 3 twists on your dropper loops

[@YuGo122]

Guys! Please advise as to 1) What type of line is more preferable for the hi-lo rig when porgy fishing from shore (Long Island Sound) - mono or fluoro (like Seaguar). 2) What test? Some say 40 lb, others - 20-30 lb.

[@DrDeepstack]

Thanks from across the globe

[@gpm.ent.]

What about the beeds? And shiners? Do you add them the same way?

[@mynamedoesntsayanything4318]

Excellent tutorial Brother 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Ocho-Sinko]

Thanks for the video great DIY project on the rig, I can't wait to test it 👌🏾

[@dailydoseofrips8482]

Makes a lot of sense omg the thumb nail is very good

[@jvjoe4376]

Question, what type of fish are targeting with this rig off the beach or pier?

[@pkgoldopalhunting]

great info , how do you attach the leader to the main line

[@heavyd9103]

Those red beads on the premade rigs are attractors , and the hook is less likely to wrap around the line.