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Pulley Rig rig

Rough-ground rig that lifts the lead over the snags on the retrieve. Rough ground. A hooked fish lifts the lead clear of the snags on the retrieve

1Shockleader to the rod2Pulley swivel or bead, therig body runs through it3Weak link to the lead,lighter line that snaps ifsnagged44-6 oz grip lead5Snood 40-60 lb mono, 2-3ft6Size 3/0-5/0, whole squidor crab
Rough ground. A hooked fish lifts the lead clear of the snags on the retrieve

The parts, top to bottom

  1. Shockleader to the rod
  2. Pulley swivel or bead, the rig body runs through it - The pulley: line slides through as the fish pulls
  3. Weak link to the lead, lighter line that snaps if snagged
  4. 4-6 oz grip lead
  5. Snood 40-60 lb mono, 2-3 ft
  6. Size 3/0-5/0, whole squid or crab

Choosing the parts? The guides cover line, hooks and bait.

How to fish it

Clip the hook down to a bait clip for the cast. Wind steadily once the fish is on and the lead rises above the snags.

Variations worth knowing

  • Pulley pennell for two hooks in a big bait.

Questions

What hook does the Pulley Rig use?
Size 3/0-5/0, whole squid or crab.
What line does the Pulley Rig use?
Shockleader to the rod.

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