Can you use a
helicopter rig
with tubing?
So, you will be pleased to hear that Korda has come up with a solution which means that the Heli-Safe can now be used with rig tubing , and unless helicopter rigs are specifically banned by the rules, it should mean that this set-up can now be used on pretty much any water in the country.
How long should hook length be on helicopter rig?
A hooklength length of 8in is recommended.
Can you use PVA bags with a helicopter rig?
2 You could use this PVA set-up with a lead clip if you wish, but the way we’ve/Nige has been doing it is with the Rotary Rig (Helicopter) However, instead of have a rubber tail over the knot from the leadcore to the lead, leave it exposed so you can tie the bag to the lead.
Whats the best rig tubing for
carp fishing
?
Anti Tangle Tungsten Rig Tubing Perfect for concealing fishing lines from wary carp. Tungsten Tubing is the fish friendly, safer alternative to Lead Core. In the unfortunate event of a crack off Tungsten Tubing easily pulls from the mainline. Tungsten Tubing also helps minimise damage to fish scales.
What is a
ronnie rig
?
The Ronnie rig is essentially a low lying pop up rig , enabling the boilie subtly sit up just off the
lake bed
making it ideal for when there is not too much weed or debris.
Can you use a bottom bait on a helicopter rig?
Aggressive casts when fishing at distance can often leave rigs prone to tangles and therefore a stiff-style rig with maximum anti- tangle properties is required. For this I use a fine-tuned ‘Bottom Bait Chod Rig’, fished helicopter style.
Is the helicopter rig any good?
The helicopter rig is a brilliant setup to use when carp fishing in lakes with weedy or silty bottoms If rigged correctly, it can prevent your hookbait from sinking into the weed or silt and give you the
perfect presentation
that no carp will be able to resist!.
Why do some fisheries ban leaders?
We are finding too many lengths of broken line and broken leaders. This is not good for the next angler in the swim or the Carp. So in order to prevent any damage to Carp being lost due to line or leader breakage , we are introducing a ban on all leaders until further notice.
What is a lead core leader?
“Leadcore is the one leader material that is perfectly suited to any lead set-up ; be it helicopter rig, lead clip, in-line or running lead, they all function perfectly well.
How does a heli safe work?
The Heli-Safe is a spring-loaded mechanism and when pressure is applied upwards to the swivel attached to main line or leader by a hooked fish, the spring tightens and the gate opens, allowing the lead to drop off. The collar restricts the movement in the spring and this keeps the lead in place.
How long should my Hooklink be?
By long, we’re realistically talking an absolute minimum of 12ins (that’s 20cm, kids!) and I would suggest 14ins as a good starting point. Adding an anti-tangle sleeve will improve the presentation further, ejecting the hooklink away from the lead at all times.
How long should you leave a PVA bag out for?
If I’m on a venue like Orchid where you’re only really fishing for one or two carp in 24 hours then I would happily give it up to 10 hours, maybe 12 hours overnight, but ideally six hours really If I was fishing a runs water and I’m on fish it could be every two hours.
How long should a carp leader be?
Short rigs: 4 to 5” or 10 to 12cms Medium rigs: 8 to 10” or 20 to 25cms Long rigs: longer than 10” or 25cms.
Does rig tubing sink?
Used on the mainline to help reduce tangles, this ultra supple, ultra heavy rig tubing will sink very quickly and hug the contours of the bottom ensuring a stealthy approach.
What is tungsten tubing used for?
Tungsten is an ultra-dense material which is used throughout the range in order to pin your tackle firmly to the venue bed – ensuring that it falls through the water column quickly and is held in the perfect position throughout your session.
Can you use a Wafter on a Ronnie rig?
Yes, you can definitely use a Ronnie (spinner) rig with a wafter hook bait I have done this myself and know many other anglers who have also fished a Ronnie rig with a wafter hook bait, with great results.
Is a Spinner Rig the same as a Ronnie?
The Ronnie or Spinner Rig as it’s referred to has become a popular specimen rig to use due to hook being free to spin 360 offering a neat low-lying presentation, especially favoured for use with popups / baits with cork inserts.
What is a snowman rig in fishing?
A snowman rig is a 2 boilie setup with a standard boilie at the bottom and a smaller pop up at the top It makes the presentation standup odd at the bottom and looks just like a snowman, hence the name.
Sources
https://www.foxint.com/home/articles/fishing-naked/