my drop shot rig for gills when shallow includes a split shot. I have a number 3 split at the bottom with a hook about 10-12 inches above it. I haven't been able to find a small enough drop shot weight to use when fishing shallow. the heavier weights make too much noise when hitting the water and stir up too much of the bottom when dragging them. I do use a real drop shot weight when fishing on bottom in deeper water 8 ft or more.