Carolina Rigs for Beginners

walkeraviator · 06-16-10, 03:00 PM

Never fished a carolina rig in my life... so far i have gotten info from another forum but was hopin to get inut from you guys too...

Would a 7'6" Heavy/Fast flippin stick with 50lb braid main line and 15lb copolymer leader be an ok setup so that i can get started trying this technique without purchasing anything else???

Jrob78 · 06-16-10, 03:06 PM

That sounds like it would work to me. I use a 7' HF with 50lb braid and 17lb mono for my leader. You should be good to go.

carolina-rig-01 · 06-16-10, 03:18 PM

That setup should get you by just fine. The only thing you might lack is a little sensativity but the braid should help make up for it. The carolina rig isn't rocket science, just drag it around. Pay a lot of attention to what your bait is coming through because even if you aren't getting bit on the carolina rig it will help you find subtle differences in the bottom make up and you can go back over these sweet spots with other baits.

walkeraviator · 06-16-10, 03:38 PM

what is yoru opinion of these other than teh high price tag???
http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Top_B...age-TBCRR.html

cassidyta · 06-16-10, 04:38 PM

While I have not used that particular model, I have used some prefab carolina rigs in the past. I find that most are great at the noise portion, but are lacking when it comes to sensitivity. I do not know how well you will feel the soft bites as the sensation moves across the rig itself.

BigBassin144 · 06-16-10, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by walkeraviator

what is yoru opinion of these other than teh high price tag???
http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Top_B...age-TBCRR.html

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Originally Posted by cassidyta

While I have not used that particular model, I have used some prefab carolina rigs in the past. I find that most are great at the noise portion, but are lacking when it comes to sensitivity. I do not know how well you will feel the soft bites as the sensation moves across the rig itself.

I agree with Cass. I also don't think they'd come through cover very well. I much prefer to use a tungsten weight (or two smaller ones) with a TT Force Bead.

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walkeraviator · 06-16-10, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by BigBassin144

I agree with Cass. I also don't think they'd come through cover very well. I much prefer to use a tungsten weight (or two smaller ones) with a TT Force Bead.

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Too rich for my blood... as are the items i posted... i know people say lead doesnt do the job as well but i cant see paying tungsten prices...so i am gonna stick with lead bullet weihgts cuz that is something i already have a ton of...

Jrob78 · 06-16-10, 05:45 PM

I normally use a TT flipping weight and a TT Force Bead with one of those brass knot protector/clackers. I've never used any of the pre-rigs but I would think the wire would restrict sensitivity. Your weight is pegged to your line whereas a normal c-rig setup allows your line to slide freely through the weight. In other words, if a fish grabs your bait it doesn't have to drag around your weight.

06-16-10, 03:00 PM	#1
walkeraviator BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 1,119	Carolina Rigs for Beginners Never fished a carolina rig in my life... so far i have gotten info from another forum but was hopin to get inut from you guys too... Would a 7'6" Heavy/Fast flippin stick with 50lb braid main line and 15lb copolymer leader be an ok setup so that i can get started trying this technique without purchasing anything else???

06-16-10, 03:18 PM	#3
carolina-rig-01 BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Webb City, MO Posts: 6,387	That setup should get you by just fine. The only thing you might lack is a little sensativity but the braid should help make up for it. The carolina rig isn't rocket science, just drag it around. Pay a lot of attention to what your bait is coming through because even if you aren't getting bit on the carolina rig it will help you find subtle differences in the bottom make up and you can go back over these sweet spots with other baits. __________________ You only live once. But if you do it right, once is enough.

06-16-10, 04:38 PM	#5
cassidyta BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 2,928	While I have not used that particular model, I have used some prefab carolina rigs in the past. I find that most are great at the noise portion, but are lacking when it comes to sensitivity. I do not know how well you will feel the soft bites as the sensation moves across the rig itself. __________________ If you have ever wondered if you should retie, the answer is yes.

06-16-10, 03:06 PM	#2
Jrob78 BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 4,671	That sounds like it would work to me. I use a 7' HF with 50lb braid and 17lb mono for my leader. You should be good to go.

06-16-10, 03:38 PM	#4
walkeraviator BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 1,119	what is yoru opinion of these other than teh high price tag??? http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Top_B...age-TBCRR.html

06-16-10, 05:45 PM	#8
Jrob78 BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 4,671	I normally use a TT flipping weight and a TT Force Bead with one of those brass knot protector/clackers. I've never used any of the pre-rigs but I would think the wire would restrict sensitivity. Your weight is pegged to your line whereas a normal c-rig setup allows your line to slide freely through the weight. In other words, if a fish grabs your bait it doesn't have to drag around your weight.

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