Catfish Fishing Rigs The Carolina Rig

 In this article Justin gives some amazing catfishing tips on the Carolina rig!

The Carolina Rig for Catfish

The Carolina Rig might be of the most versatile rigs that has ever hit the fishing scene. For anyone that is new to fishing, take a look around at what most guys fish with. Not just for catfish, but for all types of fishing. You will see some form of the carolina rig being used to catch almost every type of fish alive. The rig is simply that good. This article is going to point you in the right direction on how to use the carolina rig and be successful while doing so.

The carolina rig is simply a weight that is separated from the hook by certain distance. The distance isn't important, just that the two are separated. Most people use a swivel and a leader line to create this distance while others use split shot. There are so many ways to setup a carolina rig that I could spend a whole article on it. That won't help you as much as this information.

The carolina rig excels in current and sparse cover. When it comes to catfishing, the carolina rig is perfect for suspended presentations. When I am trying to decide how much distance I want my hook to be from my weight, I focus on two things. How heavy is the cover and how fast is the current?
If the cover is really thick, you run the risk of your live bait swimming into the cover and getting tangled. If you get a big catfish to bite like this, you will struggle to pull him out of there. A short leader line will reduce the chances of this happen and will give you more control over the location of your bait.

The current will affect how well a catfish can grab the bait. In current, a carolina rig will have the bait swaying wildly in the water. A 2 foot leader will sway more wildly than a 6 inch leader. In heavy current a catfish will have trouble trying to catch that bait on longer leaders. To reduce this problem, we will down size the leader.

In my opinion, when you have super heavy cover or a strong current, a leader of 6 inches is your best option. When you have sparse and medium current, I prefer 1 foot to 1 and a half feet. And for little to no current or cover, I will use a long 2-3 foot leader.
If you follow these suggestions, you will find yourself catching more catfish and getting hung less. That means a lot less frustration and a lot more fun. Next time, I will be talking about using a carolina rig to break one of my own rules for flathead catfish. I hope that you come back for that one cause it'll be an eye opening technique.

Cat fishing is a great way to enjoy your free time and catch large fish. If you are interested in learning more about Big Catfish, you can visit http://www.HowToCatfishToday.com.
Thank You,
Justin Mott

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Catfishing Rigs How And When To Use These Three Options

Having the best catfishing rigs will dramitaccly increase your chances of landing a big catch! In this article, Keith gives 3 simple but solid options that are sure to help with your catfishing.

Catfishing Rigs - 3 Simple Options And How And When To Use Them

Catfishing rigs are simply the way you present your bait to the fish. There are a number of ways of tying on hooks and weights to your fishing line. Typically the kind of water you are fishing dictates which rig is best under the conditions. Moving water versus still water. Shallow water versus deep water. A rocky bottom versus a muddy bottom. In this article we will examine 3 simple options and when and how they work best.

The simplest and probably most common setup involves tying a snap swivel to the end of the line. The snap swivel is opened and a weight with a ring in it is put on the snap portion. A leader is either tied directly to the snap or the leader loop is placed on the snap. The snap is closed before casting.
This is a good setup for fishing water that is not moving too swiftly or slow drift fishing on soft bottoms. It can be fished in shallow or deep water. The weight will take the rig to the bottom and keep it there. The bait will typically lie on the bottom. This is a good place for the bait as catfish are typically scavengers and will be searching the bottom for food. In swift moving water the bait could be buried in moving mud, sand or silt and not be found by the catfish.

Possibly the next most common rig is using a sliding sinker. The main line is put through an egg sinker or standard sinker then a barrel swivel is tied to the end of the line. A leader is tied to the opposite end of the barrel swivel. This setup, when a fish eats your bait, allows the main line to go through the weight offering less resistance than the prior example. Oftentimes the fish will release the bait if it feels the resistance of the weight as it swims off.

A good way to keep the bait off the bottom is by using a 3-way-rig or dropper loop setup. Using a 3-way swivel is the most common. One ring of the swivel is tied to the main line. A leader for the weight is tied to what becomes the bottom ring of the swivel. And a leader for the hook is tied onto what becomes the center ring. A dropper loop is the same idea without the need for a swivel. You can vary the distance the bait stays off the bottom by adjusting the length of the weight leader and the length of the hook leader.

Tackle while catfishing should be medium heavy to heavy. Use a longer rod, 7 to 10 feet, for longer casts from shore and power to fight the fish. A minimum of 25 pound test main line and 25 pound fluorocarbon hook leader is adequate for smaller fish. Lighter line can be used for the weight leader when using the 3-way-rig or dropper loop. This allows the weight to break off if stuck in rocks or debris with a fish on.

Weights will vary in size depending on depth and current. Hooks should be larger and heavier gauge wire due to the big tough mouths of catfish. Circle hooks have become a favorite among many fishermen because they are designed to come out of the fish's throat and penetrate the side of their jaw. Treble hooks can be used for dough balls and manufactured baits.
Catfish can get pretty big and will put up a good fight. Even the small ones. Even heavier line and hooks should be used if you know there are large fish in the area. You do not want to break off a trophy fish by using too light of line. These catfishing rigs are time-tested to work in many situations. You may have a favorite you use on the waters you fish. Try experimenting with different setups when fishing in current and when there is no moving water.

Keith Abraham is a catfishing expert. For more great information on catfishing rigs, visit http://www.CatFishinginponds.com.

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Which Catfish Fishing Rigs?

Catfish rigs are always a hot topic and something I’m constantly asked about. So if you want to catch more catfish, then looking for the right rigs is essential. Here's a really good article from Chris about catfish fishing rigs.

Catfishing Rigs: Improve Your Catfishing Techniques With The Help Of Time Tested Rigs!

There are certain things you must consider when catfish fishing. It includes catfishing-rigs, using the right bait, where to fish and fishing gears.

There are different types of catfishing-rigs to choose from. However, you still need to determine the type of fish you want to catch. The result of your fishing adventure will depend on the rig you will use. This is the reason why a rig is a very effective tool for every angler. Providing yourself the right type of rig is really essential when fishing. At the same time, it doesn't cost too much and you can buy it from any tackle and bait shop. Feel free to devise your own rig.

Normally, two-hook, slip bobber and the three-way are the most type of catfish fishing rigs to use. One of the most critical parts of fishing depends on choosing the rig with the right design. The season, location and the bait you want to attach to your rig is another important factor you must consider. The two-hook rig is a flexible tool, it gives satisfactory results under any conditions. Three-way rig, on the other hand allows you to go through just above the riverbed.
Heard about Slip Sinker Rig? As a matter of fact, this rig is the anglers favorite. It works with catching a flathead, blue or channel catfish. This rig is really amazing. It's because the fish moves together with your bait while moving your main line without any hassle. Normally, the leader ranges from 12 - 18 inches with a swivel and hook affix to it.

However, if you love to catch Channel catfish, then a Slip Float or Slip Bobber rig is a must. It is because that Channel catfish are known to have shy bite. Using this rig will allow anglers to notice even the slightest bite of this cat.
Rigs provide lots of benefits in catching catfish. They are not just replaceable and cheap, but they also give you good chances of catching these cats. Rigs are excellent for beginners. It's not important whether you are fishing in rivers, streams, lakes or ponds, a rig can play well in any condition. In addition to that, patience is really vital to get better result when casting your line in the water. If the catfish wants to come to you, then it will. But most of the times, it takes a while before a catfish bites on the bait.
If you want to catch more catfish, then getting a closer look for the right rigs. It will definitely help you.

There are to many rigs available. I can't go over all the catfishing rigs in this article so for more great information and specs visit http://www.catfishanswers.com

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