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Anytime in the past that I have spider rigged I pretty much always use a double live minnow set up. Problem is here recently the only bait shop we have has been closed on days I would like to fish:banghead. If you don't have the option of live minnows, what is you next favorite setup and do you use single setups or run doubles? Thanks in advance for your ideas.
sometimes run single sometimes double using a variety of tubes or curly tails on ball head or horse head jigs lot of different colors until one gets more hits then change more to whatever is getting hit.
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I just noticed that I left out my main question on whether or not you all add a small type snap swivel so you can change out easier or just tie them straight?
If live isn't available get yourself some 1" gulp minnows. I use the "smelt" color pattern. These things will fish dang near as good as live bait. In the last week we have been testing the different baits. My dad will use live and I will fish the gulps next to him. It's honestly 50/50 in the last four outings. I rig mine right on my double minnow rig. I use tru-Turn #2 blood red hooks. I simply feed the gulp onto the weightless hook. It helps when the bite is light. Instead of them ripping off minnows by the tail they suck the gulps in completely. Almost every hook is in the roof of their mouths.
I recently started to push cranks but I am a novice. I can't use live bait on our home lakes , I have had good success with the gulp minnows. I like the 1 inch version in chartreuse or the smelt . Never hurts to try something different you stumble on the next big thing for your waters.
I put on a 1/2oz weight and tie a swivel on the end. If I want to run 2 then I tie another swivel about 18" above the end one with weight in the middle
I use a snap swivel on the end of my main line to make changing rigs out faster and easier. I have used all kinds of jigs on rigs and caught fish on them at times but at other times they only want live bait.
Thanks guys....I guess my main concern was using the snap swivels. I know there are varying opinions on their use, so I didn't want to hurt my chances. I don't have the best eyes in the world and retying all the time would not be a fan favorite for me!! :biggrin
thanks all, this helps me out too.
I just reread your comment and I always use a snap swivel on the end of my main line also, but what about using them on the ends of the other two lines for changing out jig head sizes/colors quicker? Do you think that having them there too would deter a bite?Quote:
Originally Posted by RogerA
About your original question. If you cannot get minnows and want to try something good, try Gulp Alive 3" minnows. I swear they are just as good as live minnows. I get hits all the time when i run out of minnows and use these. I always keep some handy just in case the minnow shops are out. Berkley® Gulp! Alive® Minnow | Bass Pro Shops
I have never tried using a snap swivel on the jigs. Years ago while casting jigs I tried it and it seemed to spook the fish off. In clear water I can see where it could create a problem but in murky water it might not. If you try it let us know how it works out.
Snap swivels are a little too bulky IMO. I use fasnaps. Way smaller and they make changing jigs/hooks a snap!!Quote:
Originally Posted by RogerA
I like using 10lb line with a 1/2 oz egg sinker and a snap swivel with 6lb 18" leader. jig tied on one end, loop knot on other. I have extra jigs tied on leaders for changing jigs for any reason.
Tried this on Monday afternoon but really didn't have much time and for whatever reason this spot I fish has never been a good afternoon spot. Bait shop was not open so I tried some double jig setups (jigs direct to a snap swivel) and also some of the Gulp alive minnows (smelt). Got a couple of small bites but nothing like normal. I may try to get out there early on Saturday morning and run a couple of poles with live minners and then a couple with the gulp version. Think I will probably stay away from the snap swivel on each jig.....as Cmj said they did look a bit "bulky".Quote:
Originally Posted by RogerA