If I plan on using 1 and 2 oz egg sinkers for my Carolina Rigs, what size bead should I uses? 6mm, 8mm 10mm?
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If I plan on using 1 and 2 oz egg sinkers for my Carolina Rigs, what size bead should I uses? 6mm, 8mm 10mm?
It depends on the diameter of your line. Use the smallest bead that will fit over your knot and rest on the swivel.
I have 20lb mono.
I would leave it off unless you are running a shock leader and pyramid weights, which I would recommend.
We do not use any beads for our Carolina rigs with egg weights, though I have not used pyramids for Carolina rigs. Seems I have been missing out on a technique. Hmmm, how does that work? When I am bumping bottom with Carolina's, I look for my bait to drift in the current. With a pyramid weight, I would not expect much, if any, drift. Some one help me out; advantages for the Pyramid weight in the Carolina rig?Quote:
Originally Posted by drumbum
You need a sinker slide for a Carolina rig with a pyramid sinker. It's a plastic/Teflon tube with a snap clip attached to it to hold the sinker. Your main line goes thru the tube the same as it would an egg sinker. The advantage of using a pyramid is that it won't travel as fast along the bottom in a heavy/moderate surf. Go to ebay and search sinker slides for a picture of what they look like. Once you see it, you'll get the idea. J&M has them. I bought a few there last year.Quote:
Originally Posted by bodebum
L I B, will wonders never cease. Not sure I will have them this trip, definitely on my new wish list. Thank you. ( I will sneak them into the cart, sweetheart will never know ).
If you don't use a bead, how do you prevent the egg sinker from pounding your knot? I always use one to protect my knot.Quote:
Originally Posted by bodebum
I'm not sure on size. I have a variety of sizes and colors. I'm not sure why some people don't recommend them, but if its because they don't want the color to show just use clear.Quote:
Originally Posted by Irish Fisherman
It depends on the size line you are using.Quote:
Originally Posted by Irish Fisherman
The primary function of a bead is to protect your knots from damage from sinkers sliding into them repeatedly.
You want a bead with an internal hole slightly larger than the diameter of your knot.
Fish attraction is a secondary function really, and was discovered by accident years ago.
But beads are NOT the best tool for protecting knots from sinkers, a sinker stop is! (cheapest too ;-)
http://www.bassfishin.com/exposure/i...er-stops-1.jpg
These provide a rubber cushion between the sinker and the knot for about 5 cents each.
If the hole in your weight is larger diameter than the sinker stop THEN use a bead with a hole slightly smaller than the diameter of the sinker stop.
But use a clear or green one, not a bright orange or red that brings attention to your terminal tackle!
And sinker slides are an effective way to Carolina Rig with a coin or pyramid sinker in slightly rough to moderate surf to keep your bait where you want it.
For smaller fish like pompano, whiting and 'puppy' drum I prefer the (small, black) Eagle Claw brand...
http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/074...g?v=1437934135
For larger fish (weights and baits) I prefer the Sea Striker style...
http://www.fishusa.com/Assets/Produc...ions/500-0.jpg
Hope this helps!