Jika Rig Weight

[Will Wetline]

I'm guessing that everyone who uses a Do-It dropshot sinker mold has noticed that the specialized dropshot hardware can be turned end-for-end and that gives you a loop sticking out of the finished product rather than the pinched end that you would have to open up in order to attach a split ring. Here's a slightly fuzzy photo to illustrate:

I'm fishing for smallmouth in clear water so I've made these rigs with Gamakatsu 584 EWG hooks which I had been previously TX rigging with small creatures and 5" hula grubs.

Dressed with a Smallie Beaver, this innovative assemblage of hook, rings and weight received the seal of approval during yesterday's outing.

[loodkop]

Well done on both the smallie and the idea. I went so far as to make a tool to open up the pinched end. Thanks for sharing it will save me time and frustration.

[cadman]

I have that mold as well, and never thought of putting the clip the other way. Very clever idea. Thanks for the info.