Splitshot Rig

[joedog]

Ok I have for sometime now heard about this setup.
I've done my usual 'research' and still have questions.

Is this any-one's 'go to rig'?

Why do you anglers feel it works better/worse than just plain weightless?

Do you guys rig using a straight stick bait or better with a fork tail worm or curly tail worm or thumper tail worm or other?

Do you anglers ever rig creatures or lizards this way or just worms?

Finally the vast majority say to use clam shell split shots as opposed to the straight circular shot. I'm told this setup is more weedless.
With clam pinchers I would think it would gather more vegetation than a cylinder type not less.

So anglers what do you think about this setup?
Figure we don't hear pros using it much cause there is no money to be made from lure makers. Doesn't mean they are not using it though.

So lets hear your thoughts and any advice you may have on using the rig. Like when and why?