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"Drop Shotting"
By: Chad Morgenthaler

www.chadmorgenthaler.com

Much like the Carolina rig, a drop shot rig is a finesse fishing technique. The main advantage of using a drop shot rig is the versatility. A drop shot can be used in shallow water, mid-range water, or deep water.  The best part, it can be used anytime of the year. It’s also a great way to catch cold-water fish, as well as suspended, or deep fish during the hot summer months.

To fish a drop shot try to use lighter tackle such as a spinning reel with 6–8lb. Maxima Fluorocarbon line, or light monofilament line. To rig the drop shot first tie on a #1 or #2 Diacchi drop shot, or standout hook with a Palomar knot about 18” from the bottom of the line. Next, moving down from the hook toward the end of the line about 10–12”, tie on a small weight. Cut off the excess line and the hook is ready for the bait. For this try a small finesse worm such as a Reaction Innovations Flirt in a natural color, or a 4.95 Flirt rigged wacky style.