This is part 2 to my guide on hooks and rigs. You can find part 1 here. This instalment will cover the long shank hook. This hook pattern covers many different species of fish and is often considered the number one go-to hook pattern for fishing both here in Australia for toothy sea fish and in Europe for carp fishing. These are the basic parts for this carp rig.
Coated braid, or non coated - for short distance work + small rig ring + 1 long shank hook.
Step 1 is to strip around 5 inch of the coating from the braid and tie a small loop in the end.
Step 2 tie in the rig ring 5cm up from the end of the loop.
Use a granny knot, this will align the ring at 90 degrees.
Pass the hook through the ring and the line through the back of the hook eye.
Sit the rig ring just above the bend of the hook and tie the knotless knot and at around 3cm from the eye of the hook, remove the rest of braid coating. The finished rig should look like this.
Using a baiting needle, pull the bait of your choice onto the hair and fix with a stop. The rig is now complete and ready for use.
This hook pattern is ideal for presenting bottom baits and they give excellent hook holds.
Join me again next time for a different hook pattern. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.
