What is a good drop shot bait?
What is a good drop shot bait?
The 10 Best Drop Shot Baits for Bass Reviewed
- Roboworm Straight Tail Worm. Check Latest Price.
- Jackall Crosstail Shad. Check Latest Price.
- Strike King Rage Tail Craw. Check Latest Price.
- Yamamoto Senko Bait.
- Zoom Bait Finesse Worm.
- Berkley PowerBait Twitch Tail Minnow.
- Zoom Magnum Trick Worm.
- Strike King DreamShot KVD.
How deep do you fish a drop shot?
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 weight should I use for drop shot?
“Use the lightest weight you possibly can, and still be able feel your drop shot,” says Lee. “But as a rule of thumb, if you’re fishing less than 15-feet deep, try starting with a 1/4–ounce weight, and if you’re fishing those deep zones like 25 or 30 feet, it’s probably best to use a 3/8-ounce in most situations.”
What kind of rod do you use for drop shot?
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.
What size hook is best for drop shot?
size 2
The size 2 is the most commonly used hook for the drop shot technique. Each pack contains six hooks.
What size rod is best for drop shot?
between 6ft 5in to 8ft
Drop Shot Rods Rods best suited for the job are generally between 6ft 5in to 8ft in length and with a casting weight of up to 0.5 to 12grams. This is generally a good casting weight to start with and will cover most situations.
Can you use braid for drop shot?
Many will suggest that you should always drop-shot with braid because it is ultra-thin and thus, hard for the fish to see. Better yet, they’ll continue, braid doesn’t stretch so it’s highly sensitive, allowing you feel a fish sneeze. Unfortunately, all these advantages can add up to be too much of a good thing.