'Go to' Carp Rig | Mike Holly | Carp Fishing

[@joeyrose2481]

Mr holly , never far away from a carp. Quality angler. Top bloke . 🐟🎣💪

[@carpergolfergaz29]

Been using this rig as a pop up rig had 4 30s on it my go to rig now thanks Mike 👍👌changed my season 😃

[@BaitworksTV]

Wicked Gary, thats wonderful to hear mate.

[@brandonbr3796]

You still snowman it with a boiley under the pop up?

[@garyspence8383]

What bivvy is that ?

[@WESTYORKSCARPER]

Absolutely smashed this spring with this rig

[@davidfaherty3709]

Best i've seen versatile and VERY well explained i'm on my way to the shed to change mine TY

[@jasonrodd8013]

Really well presented with no nonsense.

[@simonkjaeldgaard-greising]

I've used a rig very similar to this about 2 years. I love the quick change option it gives (like with a multi rig). In my case I've used a kicker in order to lock the D instead of Silicone tubing but the tubing might very well be better to be honest cause I'm guessing that will grip the D a bit tighter and therefore maybe prick the fishes mouth a little bit harder. Kicker works though. I've mostly used it with small baits such as tigernuts and dumbell wafters.

[@bethelcattery4757]

Thank you for sharing. Very well explained. Will defenitly try this rig out.

[@lescooke1982.]

Best rig ever 👊 especially combined with a trig-hammer

[@nickdeakin8281]

Just wanted to say how impressed I am with your hooks, started to use the grippers and the chod hammers this season. The hook points are mega sharp out of the packed no need to sharpen. On to the rig just tied one with the gripper and shrink tube and again mega impressed can't wait to get out Friday to try it out

[@JRS_Electrical]

I second that with regards to ESP hooks. I have nothing but their hooks in my box now after trying the grippers last year. I like the size 7 as not too big and not too small. Just right

[@ZoltanHercules]

Would much prefer this rig to a spinner or 360 rig. Simple and fairly simple to have a few set up and gauge that ideal length. Great vid.

[@grahamturner8951]

Great looking rig ,and one I’ll be looking at using the next time I’m on the bank

[@SPS_survivor]

Top rig Mikey! Just got back from France after putting all 3 rods on this rig trying different presentations. My 55lb mirror fell to a pineapHell pop up with monster red and particle. Doing it for the SW. cheers mucker

[@CEOAirsoft]

I find it interesting that some rig philosophies completely contradict each other yet both work. Take, for example, the difference between this rig, and a standard bottom bait wafter rig. The idea of using a critically balanced wafter rig is for the hook to be super light and go farther back into the fishes mouth. In contrast, this rig adopts the idea of using added weight (putty) and a heavy hookbait to pull into the fishes lower lip. Both kinds of rigs would be fished in the same scenarios, both kinds of rigs do really well, but they have completely different approaches. This makes me want to see more high quality underwater footage testing different rigs like this.

[@littlesam4.931]

Good points, be very interesting

[@ESPCarpgear]

Light or heavy both serve their purposes. A lot of it comes down to how the hook hangs or how the bait is attached in both scenarios.

[@tomwinterfishing9065]

Yep. I really want to see underwater footage of big 25-30mm baits, compared to, small wafter type baits…

[@EricPollarrd]

They all contradict each other to create maximum manies in the pocketos. Take the Ronnie for example, showing the hook to be almost vertical. Yet in another rig video it’ll state no nooooooo the hook MUST be floating more horizontal, and just about every angle in between 🙄🙄🙄 Top sales pitches all round

[@BaitworksTV]

The concept for me and why I use it is a hook that swings below any bait, like a claw mate. Then the force of the bait being blown down the shank certainly helps set the hook, even when carp arent moving to tighten up the hook links. :)

[@MartinTeerly]

I never fish for carp but I'm going to try this rig 👌🏻💪🏻🔥

[@jaroslavvolak1099]

Moc úžasné video, dopomohlo mi ke kaprům nad 20 kg,super a děkuji

[@terrifying7847]

Tied up one of these to try out,caught on it Saturday night and it was never falling off.Will definitely be using it more as love how easy to tie and change the hook is

[@BaitworksTV]

Great stuff Terry! great to hear it mate, glad it's working. All the best Mike

[@billydelahaye611]

@@BaitworksTV how do you get the 0.75mm tubing over the eye

[@terrifying7847]

@@billydelahaye611 I have found the best way is to get the end of the tube touching the eye of the hook then push and gentle twist the tube as you do.This seems to help it slide over the eye a little easier

[@billydelahaye611]

@@terrifying7847 nice one mate cheers toght lines

[@markbaker3528]

This has been my go to rig for years, tied exactly the same, but personally I prefer a size 4 longshank hook

[@brianmorris8434]

Hi Mike interesting rig and will give a go, one thing which might be a silly question but do you cut the silicon tube to any specific length, enjoyed the video. 😊

[@JoffreyVerkadeNietVanDeKoekjes]

Sometimes I can use the hook after catching a fish but when in doubt it comes off, really quick change, I also pre make the baits on a ring with floss, I like to do as much prep at home as I can so less faff on the bank. New hooks and bait goes on night before for next day session. Arrive, and rods are in within 10 minutes. Nice little rig setup this.

[@Gunga-Cloudtotem]

What size & pattern hook were you using btw a Curve 4 maybe ?

[@rossweaver1695]

Nice one mate 👍 tied this rig recently and I’ve had consistent results up to to 28lb common 🎣

[@Walnuts1706]

Mike Just used this 👌👏😉😉🎣really is to tie and caught 3 fish whilst using it thanks for the advice

[@JFuePlays]

Great video i caught my first Carp today using this rig my friend set it up for me and sent me this video!

[@Pauljay65]

I use slip d in my solid bag fishing and on my wafters like the idea of the tubing good little edge as you say we can clearly see looks deadly with a snowman 🎣🎣

[@simon2161]

Good video. Been carp fishing for just over a year now and been tying my own rigs for a while now just start doing pva solid bags and might give this one a try👍

[@hi.9472]

Thanks for sharing this mike luv ya vids I've been on the banks for a fair while but have deffo picked up some great tips from you 🙂 tightlines

[@BaitworksTV]

No problem at all mate, all the best for 2022, tight lines

[@hi.9472]

@@BaitworksTV nice one I'm familiar with the pits in ya vids fairplay to ya/gotta b the croc next 😊/i can remember feeding the carp in crocs pit 15 or so year ago of the decking of the building /epic 👍

[@WERONEfishing]

This rig reminds me of another good rig that i use you can use all baits change hook and use for donkey years Kevin from bait works he uses a combi and Albright but yours is much easier and awesome mechanics I also use that blob of putty near the hook so thumbs up from me . Thankyou

[@Dadddydownhill]

Fantastic 👏 The rig video I've been looking for!

[@freshwaterturks]

Very interesting thank you will try it out this weekend by one of our lakes.

[@richarddickinson7242]

Lovely looking rig definitely one I'm gonna try soon. Do you have any issues with slippage if using a clipped on bag?

[@carp.fishing]

Good solid rig Mike for most situations. Sometimes on a run of blanks its easy to chop and change when as you said with a rig like this it takes the doubt away.

[@BaitworksTV]

Thats the one mate :)

[@georgemarch2094]

Can’t believe how easy this rig is to make

[@themobileangler]

Saw this years ago from Mark Bryant, used it since and love it!

[@jamesowen4360]

Fishing a tricky lake with picky carp....i have always used a standard knotless knot. With braid or even fluro. Caught my pb of 32lb on a fluro hooklink and hair. (In france) this looks like a good simple rig to use..

[@PBRStreetGang68]

Love the multi rig, those hooks look awesome 👐

[@T-Ragga]

Bin using this rig a while now and it nails the fish every time. Popped up or wafting

[@philnotley5138]

Just tied one up and put it in my rig safe I’m not sure I like the overhand knot though so did figure of 8 it seemed strong on the pull test looking forward to trying it out

[@chriscarpenter8033]

Slip D,great rig 👍🏼

[@M00DS87]

Great video!

[@joshstokes1003]

Amazing informative video! Would this rig work with solid bag fishing if I shorten the length? Cheers

[@justinsteel6360]

A sharp hook and a hookbait they want. Thats all youneed. Not over complicated rigs. I fish for river carp , just strong reliable simple end tackle

[@dalefalgate2716]

Amazing rig that gives the same qualities as the slip d but on a friendly student budget. However when is your tubing coming into stock as I can't find it anywhere

[@davedoe6885]

Hi Mike, great video mate, will this rig work with size 10 & 12 hooks, and do I need to alter the tubing length or anything else on the rig Dave

[@tomwinterfishing9065]

Think I might give this a whirl. I like to use new rigs for every session, and have a cacophony of rigs in my board, some used, some not, some, who knows. This would simplify my fishing: What's not to like about that? All I'd need is a bunch of different length boom sections, then I can select a hook and a bait mounting method. It's similar to my favourite german rig, mechanically Job done.

[@theatticwoodworker4594]

simple ans nice for us weekend fishermen

[@Kb11466]

Hi Mike , coming back to this rig after using blowback rigs for a while. Just trying it as they’re so much easier to tie. Quick question, do you ever worry about the lack of ability to have a longer hair for bigger fish or longer rigs, or do you find this really makes no difference? Thanks man.

[@BaitworksTV]

Hi Mate, I've never had any issues at all, in fact I've just got back from a European trip and I've been using it with a 24mm bottom bait and 15mm topper, tight and the big fish are always hooked perfectly also. It's down to the D not being pulled to far back I feel mate so the bend of the hook is always heavy and hanging down like a claw. Good luck with it.

[@davebrown5807]

I take it when you catch a fish the loop with travel down the shank and stop at the eye? knocking the tubing off the hook. Most slip d rigs are fixed at the hook. If that makes sense

[@shaunabbey8435]

Hi Mike, are you happy with the overhand knot loops at either end? Everyone seems to advocate the figure of eight these days. Thanks Shaun

[@BaitworksTV]

Yes mate, never had it slip and I've had some hard old battles over the years Shaun.

[@darrylclarkson1799]

Absolutely no need for a figure of 8 with coated braid or straight braid, it doesn't constrict like mono.

[@jonmiller16]

Top man Mike 💪🏻👍🏻

[@ktcarp7963]

Beautiful mirror

[@PepsyTV]

damn this is so easy, can't wait to make them and start test them! thanks for the video!

[@brandonezra4231]

What hook are you using?

[@davidkis7879]

This rig looks very good but Im thinking if the D section will slip if Im casting far and I put a small pva on..?

[@BaitworksTV]

It doesn't mate, the weight of the bait keeps it in place, never had any issue with it spinning or flipping. Like you say, if worried pop a PVA nugget on it ;) Tight lines, cheers Mike

[@davidkis7879]

@@BaitworksTV Thanks for the answer bud! 😁

[@artbox23]

Nice little rig! What pattern of hook is this?

[@BaitworksTV]

A big curve style hook is my go to mate

[@brandonezra4231]

What brand? Size? Thx

[@joeroussel3761]

Hi great video, can this rig ( hooklength) be used with any lead arrangement and lake bed ??? Specifically weed ?? Tia 👍

[@christianlugerbauer4181]

Great Rig, I Just use a figure of 8 knot so the putty has even more to grip on and the knot is stronger

[@syiunshi]

I like how we get crap for using the imperial system over the pond but you guys still use it, too 😂

[@hopingowen]

Great video. Just tried to make the rig. I am really struggling to fit 0.75mm silicone over the eye of a hook. And I've tried several hooks 😫

[@ESPCarpgear]

Have you tried wetting it? It is tight but should go on fairly easily. If it is a fresh piece of silicone maybe give it a good stretch first so it is a bit more 'worn in'. Mike is using a big hook here and it goes on ok so should be easier for size 6's etc.

[@hopingowen]

@@ESPCarpgear Thanks very much. I will give it a try 👍🦈

[@ESPCarpgear]

@@hopingowen Also, perhaps heating it with some steam first? Once it has been used a few times it should be easier and easier.

[@bornbredcarpgear2448]

Hi Nigel, its a tight fit mate, but as long as its the ESP 0.75mm tube I promise it does go over, it takes a little bit of wiggling over the eye but I want it tight on purpose to trap the slip D :) All the best, Mike.

[@hopingowen]

@@bornbredcarpgear2448 Thanks guys. I've ordered some esp 0.75 silicon. I've got all sorts of makes and sizes but no esp. I'm sure it will work with the proper materials 🤣👍🐳

[@markeverest1234]

how many venues allow barbed hooks these days in the UK? i fish a lot of places and they are all barbless, not even micro barbs allowed

[@Kb11466]

Really loved this rig when I first saw it but the downside is you can't really use pva mesh with it. Also find the soft D needs taping to guarantee no tangles on cast. Do you not worry that the braid section is suffering abrasions and ware and tare from the hook eye area. I tested a few times and definitely caused some whispyness

[@BaitworksTV]

Yes mate, sadly I can't use a large PVA bag on the hook but little walnut sized ones are fine, the 0.75mm tube is tight and snug so keeps the D in place. Never had any issues with the abrasions, ever with the hooks I use. I've used the same hook link, the actual one for over a year with some incredible battles, never had an issue.

[@Kb11466]

@@BaitworksTV oh hey Mark, yes I know you like this rig as well. Albrighted to fluro if I remember right 🤔 that's good about the abrasions, I used the esp tungsten loaded with muggas and definitely found the braid was getting pulled into that tiny sharpish part of the eye where it finishes off (if that makes sense) used some other braids that seem better for this. Fab rig, would be my go to if just fishing single wafter and more likely to use when expecting to change hook often. I barely catch so not so necessary :) awesome bait btw

[@BaitworksTV]

It’s Mike mate here, but yes Mark loved the same concept rig with the combi indeed. Great rig also. Can’t comment on the Muggas mate, but that tungsten hooklink is tough as old boots 👍

[@Era-DK]

@@BaitworksTV Could you not just tie the PVA mesh bag to the d section with pva tape rather than attaching it to the hook? Also how d you prevent the D section from tangles after cast or fish pick up?

[@nicosmithson5929]

Old news😂we were on this when the park 50s came out shop ran out of silicone👌😛

[@richardbarrett4104]

Is this not Nigel Sharps rig from years back, with just a kicker on the eye of the hook?

[@J_D_Adama]

Was tha shot at Coate Water?

[@captspaulding987]

What hook is it?

[@davedoe6885]

Hi Mike, great video mate, will this rig work with size 10 or 12 hooks, and would I need to change anything on the rig to accommodate the smaller hooks. Dave

[@BaitworksTV]

Hi Dave, I must admit thats a very small hook but the concept of the rig will work, but you'd have to change the components mate as I'm sure the doubled up braid section wouldn't even fit through that sized hook eye.

[@davedoe6885]

Mike I am able to thread the doubled up braid through the eye of the size 12 hook, this process can be aided with use of baiting floss if needed.

[@BaitworksTV]

@@davedoe6885 Give it a go mate :)

[@simonhodgson8077]

Mike how do you fix the boiler or pop up to the hook ring cheers

[@barrygiles8116]

Hi Mike please do not laugh, but how do you attach boilies mate

[@gdb99238]

Hi...I love the look of this rig. Correct me if I am wrong, are we relying on the 1 overhand knot to securely land the Carp with? Thanks

[@BaitworksTV]

Hi Ace, you can do a double overhand mate if you wish but I've never had the overhand go and I've had some crazy, snaggy battles. cheers mike

[@gdb99238]

@@BaitworksTV Thanks Mike. I take your word on that!

[@terrifying7847]

Loving this rig but I have noticed the coating bunches up,I have to keep straightening it out but don't like how it looks

[@markwatkins56]

Whats the max size boilies u use with a snowman on this rig. I’m just wondering if I use and 18 and 15 like i normally do is it going to effect the hooking capabilities with the bait being so close to the hook? Thanks

[@BaitworksTV]

Hi Mark, I've used big and small snowmen and they both work exactly the same, really well mate. Give it a go. All the best, Mike

[@rhunter203]

I presume Mike is using the Cryogen curved shanx hook?

[@roycansdale5893]

Hi Mike would this work with a 22mm bottom bait ?. Used this rig for the first time Tuesday and had the biggest carp in the lake 53lb 2oz. 👍

[@carper123]

Is there a risk that when the loop tightens up to eye when playing a fish that it gets damaged in the eye gap?

[@excilien127]

is this better then a regular hair rig?

[@robm7473]

Awesome Mike, love all your content.... can listen to you for hours. What hook do you use for this rig?

[@christiancaudell5320]

How do you use PVA bags with this rig? Caught my first 40 on it last night😊

[@wNNdSharK]

Does this rig work as well if made with fluorocarbon?

[@dennisscheppers8802]

I made some rigs. Thanks.

[@barrygiles8116]

Hi Mike , can you use this rig with pva bags

[@brumboy94]

Nice rig. How long does the hook section loop need to be ?

[@BaitworksTV]

All depends on the hook size about an inch and half to two inches suits most rigs mate, all the best Mike

[@ianthomas1060]

I've been carp fishing since the 1980's and trust me, sharp hooks are needed, but do not believe what these people tell you about swapping the hook every catch, cast or sh1t you have. They only say it on line as they get free hooks for saying this.

[@martinturner1103]

Hi mare which hook are you using and size please

[@stevencrane8111]

How long is the silicone tube you use?

[@BaitworksTV]

I use it about 10mm long mate, all the best Mike

[@TempRStudios]

I’d love to know how he got .75 tubing over a hookeye, I’ve just tried and they is no chance.

[@ESPCarpgear]

It definitely goes over, although a bit tricky the first time. A few people said it was a bit tough at first but we’ve checked it and it’s definitely the right measurement. Try with dry hands and really take it from side to side as well as the pushing onto the eye motion. If you are right handed you want the silicone in the right hand first fingers, with the coated braid tensioned also by the remaining fingers in the right hand and palm. The hook in the left hand, eye facing towards the right. Once you’ve got it you’ll find it easy. Good luck 👍🏻

[@stephenport4768]

A variation on the Slip D Multi Rig

[@thomaslowry5021]

Hi I've just started carp fishing and want to try this rig but I'm not sure how you attach the boilie to the link on the hook ,what should I use ?

[@ESPCarpgear]

Hi Thomas.. To attach a bait, you want to thread some bait floss through the little swivel which is attached to the hook. You then put your bait on a baiting needle, straight through the centre, and then with the same needle pull the two strands of floss through the centre of the bait. Then you want to put your hair stop on top and tie a few knots in the floss trapping the hair stop. Hopefully this helps..

[@Karpiowy_Wilk]

Good !

[@ianredmond8389]

Mike please explain just how you get the tubing over the eye, I simply can't do it😢 What hook are you using to construct it? Please, please help me😂🎣☕

[@ESPCarpgear]

Hi Ian, sorry you are having trouble. It is a bit tight getting it on at first, but after that is a lot easier. If you can't get it on maybe go for the next size up in silicone tubing? You should be able to return the 0.75mm stuff. Mike uses large hooks size 4 or 2, so it should be easier on a 5, 6 or 4?

[@ESPCarpgear]

Try with dry hands and really take it from side to side as well as the pushing onto the eye motion. If you are right handed you want the silicone in the right hand first fingers, with the coated braid tensioned also by the remaining fingers in the right hand and palm. The hook in the left hand, eye facing towards the right. Once you’ve got it you’ll find it easy. Good luck 👍🏻

[@ianredmond8389]

Nash 1mm shrink tube works perfectly on size 6 Krank B's. .75? Impossible.

[@totalsoccertv5964]

What’s the point in the hook aligned when you have a counter weight with the putty?

[@ESPCarpgear]

They work together, as putty slowly guides the rig down and the aligner makes it turn to the optimum angle

[@leighherbert4325]

How come you picked up green scissors to cut the hooklength but then used black ones, korda ?? 😉

[@ESPCarpgear]

Talk about eagle eyed! We do green scissors too.. I am sure we just grabbed whatever was to hand. Never just take one pair of scissors in case you lose them! haha

[@leighherbert4325]

@@ESPCarpgear Ha Ha, 😆 loved this video watched it a few times and now use this rig myself, looking forward to seeing more from Mike 👍👍

[@tomdallimore6267]

How is the hook bait attached to the micro hood ring swivel ?

[@ESPCarpgear]

Floss pulled through 👍🏻

[@kevevans6308]

Any chance of someone north of Watford on this channel?

[@kielmitchell4706]

what size hook and pattern was you using with this rig I want to give it a try this autumn .

[@scottlongworth3615]

I'm wondering the same as he mentioned every other component apart from the hook

[@ESPCarpgear]

Curve shank, in a size 4 or a 2 works perfectly.

[@jamies4319]

Cannot get the 0.75mm tubing onto a size 4 mugga, other than that it's great!

[@bornbredcarpgear2448]

Hi Jamie, Its a tight fit but a mate uses it with the size 4 muggas and it does go over, you almost have to wiggle it over the eye. It's only the ESP 0.75mm tube that seems flexible enough, other 0.75mm tube seems too tight mate. cheers Mike

[@Kb11466]

Just shrink tube it mate

[@TheMarksman-x2w]

What is the name of the rig

[@harrison9281]

Slip-D Rig

[@seancronin547]

Hey mate cracking video, I'm currently using shrink tube to get the same outcome you have using silicone tubing, what tubing are you using most the ones I've seen are too small internal diameter to go over the eye of the hook. cheers

[@BaitworksTV]

Hi Sean, I use a 0.75mm esp silicone but if your struggling to get it over the eye then the 1mm would be perfect. All the best, Mike

[@garyspence8383]

Mark Bryant ?

[@daviddoonygreaves]

what length silicon.1cm ?

[@Kb11466]

Hi Mike, been getting some bank time with slip Ds and this multi version. Would you also use this for a bottom or double bottom bait? Something you seem to do different to most is stop the d in line with the point. Which actually makes perfect sense to me, however where would you position it if using a double bottom bait (no buoyancy) further down hook? Near bend

[@BaitworksTV]

Hi Mate, sorry for the delay, I use it exactly the same with all baits, pop ups (rarely use them) right through to baits hard on the deck, the rig has always performed really well. I like the hook bend to be heavy, I find D's further down the shank prevent this, hope that helps mate.

[@AaronCarpAngler-UK]

🔥🔥

[@brettwheldon4841]

Hi Mike, I use a similar rig but always tie figure 8 loop knots, is there any reason you use overhand knots? I'm guessing you have never had any trouble with the knots??

[@bornbredcarpgear2448]

Hi Brett, exactly that mate, never had an issue with the overhand knot mate. All the best

[@CarpyJaxx]

Literally impossible to get that 0.75 silicone on to a size 4 hook

[@carper123]

I use the ESP 0.75mm silicone and size 4 curve shanx and it goes on fine for me. I just wet it and twist it over the eye.