Hook direction - wacky and neko rig
Jul 18, 2021 15:11:10 #
Fredfish wrote:
I was missing a lot of fish putting the hook under the ring, inline with the worm. I started hooking a little of the worm, at a 45° angle, and it was better, but the worm gets destroyed after a couple bites. When I saw the Mustads I figured it was worth a try, and found that it's much better. Now I can catch several fish before having to replace the worm. Just make sure that the size you get is very snug on the worms you're using. Good luck and have a Wacky Blast!
Agree with Fredfish on missed hookups when inserting the hook inline under the o-ring. One solution I found is to put on two o-rings so they overlap and form an X. It's at that X where you slip the hook under so it's perpendicular to the worm. Def. increases your hookup ratio.
Jul 18, 2021 15:16:48 #
Jul 18, 2021 15:22:07 #
Just fishin wrote:
New by here can someone post a picture of this worm set up
Standard, diagonal, and perpendicular.
Jul 18, 2021 15:49:36 #
Just fishin wrote:
New by here can someone post a picture of this worm set up
Criss-cross o-rings. I typically use clear o-rings for wacky but used black here so it's easier to see.
Jul 18, 2021 16:29:02 #
Betts wrote:
Thanks, Maineboy. Do you burn through a lot of baits by going straight through them? I’m reading that with the o rings, you can cut down on some of the damage. I ordered some rings and they won’t be here till next week - but I’m stoked about trying the wacky rig and don’t want to wait that long lol.
I usually don’t. Yum dingers are fairly inexpensive and tough so I find it fine just going through instead of dealing with another step of adding the o ring in just a wacky worm
Jul 18, 2021 16:57:14 #
Maineboyfishing wrote:
I usually don’t. Yum dingers are fairly inexpensive and tough so I find it fine just going through instead of dealing with another step of adding the o ring in just a wacky worm
Whenever I open a new bag, I throw a ring on them all,. That way they're ready to go next time.
Jul 18, 2021 17:43:11 #
Fredfish wrote:
I think it's a typo.
Yep typo. Sorry bout that
1/4 inch bottoms on phone
1 1/4 inch thumbs.
Jul 18, 2021 20:03:54 #
Grizzly 17
Loc: South central Pa
Betts wrote:
Good to know, thanks, Fred! Okay, another question: I’m using 5” senkos - yum dingers. Do you know what would be the correct size o ring for these? Thanks again. 😁
Betts i dont know about the mustad o rings. The ones i use with the wacky tool ( the tube) fits well on 4" to 7". The VMC crossover rings 6mm can be used on 3" not super tight up to 7" that the biggest i have. I never notice a significant difference in hook up ratio. I may when i get a chance to use the crossover rings. I will tell you with wacky rig watch your line. Often fish will get it on the fall n swim off. You won't always feel the bite. If you pull back n it feels heavy set the hook. That's the hard part to learn. The something feels different part. You'll get the hang of it in time. 😄😄🎣🎣
Jul 19, 2021 00:34:51 #
Fredfish wrote:
I've been using "Medium " in Mustad parlance, for Powerbait Generals, also 5".I think the "Small "size would be better on a 4" size worm.
Also I used Trokar and Gamagatsu wacky style hooks, with the barbs mashed down. A bigger hook, with a big barb may be hard to get thru the little hole in the ring.
Also I used Trokar and Gamagatsu wacky style hooks, with the barbs mashed down. A bigger hook, with a big barb may be hard to get thru the little hole in the ring.
Thanks, Fred.
Jul 19, 2021 00:35:45 #
bapabear wrote:
Usually, the rings will indicate worm size on the package. I use the 3 inch and 5 inch alot, so need 2 sizes rings. The ring and tool are available in both sizes.
Thank you!
Jul 19, 2021 00:37:26 #
DCGravity wrote:
Criss-cross o-rings. I typically use clear o-rings for wacky but used black here so it's easier to see.
Thats a good one, DC - thanks for the tip!
Jul 19, 2021 18:24:12 #
Betts wrote:
Thanks, Maineboy. Do you burn through a lot of baits by going straight through them? I’m reading that with the o rings, you can cut down on some of the damage. I ordered some rings and they won’t be here till next week - but I’m stoked about trying the wacky rig and don’t want to wait that long lol.
hey, betts, using the wacky rig for bass fishing is like apple pie and ice cream; you just can't beat it. tight lines.
Jul 19, 2021 18:29:13 #
Grizzly 17
Loc: South central Pa
Bushwacker wrote:
hey, betts, using the wacky rig for bass fishing is like apple pie and ice cream; you just can't beat it. tight lines.
Bushwacker i never heard it put that way but I'll agree. I like both. Just about any pie will work. Like different color senkos brother 👌👌
Jul 19, 2021 21:37:12 #
Bushwacker wrote:
hey, betts, using the wacky rig for bass fishing is like apple pie and ice cream; you just can't beat it. tight lines.
That’s one of my all time favorite combos - I like that comparison! Thanks, Bushwacker.
Jul 19, 2021 21:44:42 #
Grizzly 17
Loc: South central Pa
Betts wrote:
That’s one of my all time favorite combos - I like that comparison! Thanks, Bushwacker.
Hi Betts. It is hard to beat pie n ice cream. My grandmother made pies all the time. I enjoyed turning the handle on the ice cream maker. Have a nice evening stay safe 😃😃
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