What is the best drop shot setup?

What type of rod should you use for a dropshot setup? Spinning rods perform better than casting rods when it comes to fishing with lightweight tackle, and are therefore the best choice for drop shotting.

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How deep should a drop shot be?

The drop shot rig is highly effective all year round, and can be used from 2 feet deep water all the way up to 100 feet deep water. Drop shotting was originally developed for vertical fishing in deep water, but it has since been adapted to casting tactics in shallow water, and performs equally well in both scenarios.

What kind of hook do you use for drop shot?

The size 2 is the most commonly used hook for the drop shot technique.

What rod is best for drop shotting?

Best Drop Shot Rods

Dobyns Fury Series FR 702SF.
St Croix Triumph.
3 G. Loomis GLX 822S DSR.
Fenwick Elite Tech Bass.
St. Croix Mojo Bass.

Can you drop shot from the bank?

The drop shot rig can even be fished from shore. Casting out away from the bank and letting the rig fall til it hits bottom or the line goes slack. Once the lure is on the bottom reel the line till it is taut and shake the rig in place.

What kind of line do you use for drop shot?

Drop Shot Line The drop shot rig is a finesse technique so light line with low visibility is typically what you’ll want to choose. Fluorocarbon in 6-8 lb or a lighter braided line with a 2 ft fluorocarbon leader are both great choices for most situations.

How far should the weight be from the hook on a drop shot?

Depending on the depth, the distance from the hook to the weight needs to be adjusted. For shallower water, it is recommended to place your hook three to six inches above the weight. For deeper water, the hook can be adjusted to nine inches from the weight to no more than a foot and a half because of the leverage.

Do you cast a drop shot rig?

Drop-shotting is not just for deep-water situations, try casting a drop-shot rig at weed edges and around floating docks. I cast the drop-shot rig to just about every place I would cast any other sub-surface plastic bait for bass.

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