I normally use 18 to 25 lb braids all the time. I have had drop shot sinkers for years, and for some reasons I just keep using slipshot sinkers with 8lb mono so it's easy to adjust and cheap.
I like to put a swivel a over the hook a little ways. Definitely has helped me eliminate line twist on a drop shot, but I will definitely give your rig a try! I really like the adjustable leader part of it.
I normally use a swivel as well, but I was never a fan of having to cut and re-tie every time I wanted to adjust the leader length. I'm too lazy to do that over and over, lol.
Really awesome difference maker you've proposed here. I am definitely going to give this a shot (no pun intended) next time I'm out on the water. Thanks. 👍🇺🇸
The first thing that came to mind when you mentioned using bobber stops was that the bait might slip downward on the line when you cast it out. Using a thicker leader line made sense. When I use a drop-shot rig I don't use the traditional drop-shot sinker. I use a Ned-Rig as my sinker, and most of the time I'll use the same type of bait on my Ned-Rig hook that I use on my drop-shot hook. It works great for me. It's kind of like a vertical Donkey-Rig presentation. The movement of the Ned-Rig on the same line, imparts a natural motion to the drop-shot bait just above it. I think my drop-shot method will work well using the bobber stops too. I'll have to give it a shot.
Ike has some good stuff, for sure! I tried using two stoppers to start with but the top one kept sliding up the line on every cast. I kept having to adjust and fiddle with it.
I'm just using a regular trick worm. 7 inches I think. And you can use pretty much whatever dropshot hook you like. I was using a Gamakatsu G Finesse hook in the video, but I also like a 2/0 O'Shaugnessy hook as well.
Great idea, but those 8lbers down here in south fla will tear that bobber stop down the line and won't be tight enough to get a good hook set. It's been tried, I learned the hard way, and was using a "small" VMC bobbber stop on 17lb flouro( it was a mission just to get the peg on the line) missed a few, put on a second bobber stop, caught em, but it was sketchy and only a 3lber. @lowbrowfishing love you're channel! Keep it up! Tight lines to ya! 🎣
That's why I added a good knot to the line just below the stopper, just in case. An 8 lb bass might do some damage to it, but then again, there isn't much a largie that big won't twist or bend. I caught a 13 lb 10 oz sow on a 3/4 ounce flipping jig once and even with a thick wire hook it was twisted up like a pretzel.
Omg L B. Ive been doing that fir a while now. I cant remember where I found the idea. Its a golden idea. Like you said before, I really didnt like to commit to all the set up. Awesome video !
Looking at your setup I see a couple of things that confuse me. 1. Is that a line knot situated below the bobber stop? 2. Is there something sitting on top of the hook eye, maybe some sort of spacer or mini washer? Or, is the setup just a bobber stopper and a hook? Thanks
The knot is below the stopper. It gives the weight stop something to bite against if a big largie hits it and the stopper slips. There's nothing on the hook eye. Just thread the line right through it.
@@LowBrowFishing the weight stop? Also, if there’s a knot, the bobber stop can’t go past that knot, right? That limits lowering of the hook to where that knot is. Can’t really shorten the distance between the hook and weight beyond the line knot stopping the bobber stop. Hmm. Thanks
That knot at the bottom better be good. The stop protects it. I guess the little drop shot weight isn't enough to give leverage to throw the hook. The hook better be darn sharp because there won't be much resistance for the hook set with it sliding. Maybe a longer pull is required.
Hey lbf...maybe try a different hook. The line tie eye on the one you are using is bent back. VMC and others make a straight shank wacky hook, or use a worm hook. Been successful with the dshot lately. Zman SMH purple rain! 🎣✌️😎
I actually prefer a straight-shank O'shaugnessy hook, but I didn't have any with me when I was rigging it up. Still most anglers prefer to use a finesse hook of some sort.
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I normally use 18 to 25 lb braids all the time. I have had drop shot sinkers for years, and for some reasons I just keep using slipshot sinkers with 8lb mono so it's easy to adjust and cheap.
Splitshot weights can be very convenient!
I like to put a swivel a over the hook a little ways. Definitely has helped me eliminate line twist on a drop shot, but I will definitely give your rig a try! I really like the adjustable leader part of it.
I normally use a swivel as well, but I was never a fan of having to cut and re-tie every time I wanted to adjust the leader length. I'm too lazy to do that over and over, lol.
I use the drop shot hooks with the swivel made through the eyelets for live shiners with ballons.
That's really cool! Sometimes the simple ideas are the best! Great job LB!
It's best to keep things simple!
Great tip low brow. Thank you for sharing this one. I will definitely try this soon
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
Ok
I’ll try that.
I’ve only ever used a Texas Rig.
So now that two new things I’ll try, the Drop Shot and a Wacky Rig.
Branching out with your techniques is a great way to catch more fish!
Good job love it man the knot is the deal man
Awesome! Thanks so much!
Great information going out in the morning will give it a try.
I think you'll find this really helps!
Really awesome difference maker you've proposed here. I am definitely going to give this a shot (no pun intended) next time I'm out on the water. Thanks. 👍🇺🇸
Awesome! I'm glad you liked it!
The first thing that came to mind when you mentioned using bobber stops was that the bait might slip downward on the line when you cast it out.
Using a thicker leader line made sense.
When I use a drop-shot rig I don't use the traditional drop-shot sinker. I use a Ned-Rig as my sinker, and most of the time I'll use the same type of bait on my Ned-Rig hook that I use on my drop-shot hook.
It works great for me. It's kind of like a vertical Donkey-Rig presentation. The movement of the Ned-Rig on the same line, imparts a natural motion to the drop-shot bait just above it.
I think my drop-shot method will work well using the bobber stops too. I'll have to give it a shot.
That's a creative way to rig a dropshot! Thanks for watching!
This is the video I needed before we go back out next week! We will also shop for some jigs soon to use next season! Thank you!
I'm glad this video was helpful!
Iconelli showed that on his channel awhile ago. He put a bobber stops ABOVE and below the hook.
Ike has some good stuff, for sure! I tried using two stoppers to start with but the top one kept sliding up the line on every cast. I kept having to adjust and fiddle with it.
Great idea LowBrow I am going to try that this weekend when I hit the lake thanks bud 👍🏻
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it!
I don't use a drop shot where I fish but that's still a neat idea.
It's a killer setup in a lot of situations!
Awesome hack!!!💪Will be trying this one for sure!! What size trick worm do you use & hook size?? Thanks again!! Stay Safe & God Bless!!🤠👍
I'm just using a regular trick worm. 7 inches I think. And you can use pretty much whatever dropshot hook you like. I was using a Gamakatsu G Finesse hook in the video, but I also like a 2/0 O'Shaugnessy hook as well.
@@LowBrowFishing Thanks for the info. 🤠👍
A dropshot is one of my main go tos. You can bet I'll be trying this out. Looks great!
You're going to love it!
Great idea, but those 8lbers down here in south fla will tear that bobber stop down the line and won't be tight enough to get a good hook set. It's been tried, I learned the hard way, and was using a "small" VMC bobbber stop on 17lb flouro( it was a mission just to get the peg on the line) missed a few, put on a second bobber stop, caught em, but it was sketchy and only a 3lber. @lowbrowfishing love you're channel! Keep it up! Tight lines to ya! 🎣
That's why I added a good knot to the line just below the stopper, just in case. An 8 lb bass might do some damage to it, but then again, there isn't much a largie that big won't twist or bend. I caught a 13 lb 10 oz sow on a 3/4 ounce flipping jig once and even with a thick wire hook it was twisted up like a pretzel.
@@LowBrowFishing my apologies I missed that part, after watching again, I think I may have to try that👍
Hey LB thanks for sharing. I’m going out today to give it a try!
Awesome! I really think you'll like it!
The mad scientist strikes again! I wish I was creative like that.
I bet you can come up with something!
Omg L B. Ive been doing that fir a while now. I cant remember where I found the idea. Its a golden idea. Like you said before, I really didnt like to commit to all the set up. Awesome video !
Most of the time the simplest way is the best way.
@LowBrowFishing By the way, I saw someone who used a Ned rig bait as the drop shot weight, and it was quite effective. I'm gonna try it out.
Interesting idea. What is the potential of the bobber stop and hook sliding off the line if the weight isn’t secured?
You answered my question at 12:40 in the video
I use a bit heavier leader and tie a good knot lower in it just as insurance.
Looking at your setup I see a couple of things that confuse me. 1. Is that a line knot situated below the bobber stop? 2. Is there something sitting on top of the hook eye, maybe some sort of spacer or mini washer? Or, is the setup just a bobber stopper and a hook? Thanks
The knot is below the stopper. It gives the weight stop something to bite against if a big largie hits it and the stopper slips. There's nothing on the hook eye. Just thread the line right through it.
@@LowBrowFishing the weight stop? Also, if there’s a knot, the bobber stop can’t go past that knot, right? That limits lowering of the hook to where that knot is. Can’t really shorten the distance between the hook and weight beyond the line knot stopping the bobber stop. Hmm. Thanks
That knot at the bottom better be good. The stop protects it. I guess the little drop shot weight isn't enough to give leverage to throw the hook. The hook better be darn sharp because there won't be much resistance for the hook set with it sliding. Maybe a longer pull is required.
I was concerned about hookups, but on a medium power rod I had no issues. The knot is just insurance.
Because if u have a floating lure it will go up the line. If u don't put one above the hook.
I didn't encounter that problem, myself. But it might if you use Elaztech or something similar.
You kids have so much crazy new stuff nowadays it's hard to keep track of it all.
It's best to just keep things as simple as you can!
Hey lbf...maybe try a different hook. The line tie eye on the one you are using is bent back. VMC and others make a straight shank wacky hook, or use a worm hook. Been successful with the dshot lately. Zman SMH purple rain! 🎣✌️😎
I actually prefer a straight-shank O'shaugnessy hook, but I didn't have any with me when I was rigging it up. Still most anglers prefer to use a finesse hook of some sort.
caught a dink every time but thats it. Perfect SHTF bait, you wont go hungry!
Thanks for sharing!