Wacky Riggins Senkos With "o" Rings

[herruberraschen]

I get the black 250 pack of small hair bands from Wal-Mart for $0.99. You have to double them over to fit the bait which is perfect. It creates an "X" if you will to nestle my hook through and I avoid the parallel hook that I'm not a fan of. Might just be a confidence thing but I never liked the parallel hook. 

[wnybassman]

http://www.oringsandmore.com/nsf-b70-orings-size-010-price-for-100-pcs/

 

A couple years ago I bought 600 there and with the shipping it was still less than $15

 

I was concerned at first about the hook being parallel to the bait.   After a few good fish that concern goes away.

 

I have several wacky tools stashed around the boat now, and if that is what the flavor of the day is, I keep it right in my pocket.    "Is that a wacky tool in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me?"    lol

[The Fisher]

http://www.***.com/Wacky_Rigging_Tool/descpage-WACKRIG.html

I use the wacky rigging tool from TW.

Rings are real cheap. The screw can be adjusted so when you put the worm in and slide the ring off it goes on at the right spot. You can also store rings on the screw to be available to slide on. I've used this for several years and I know the rings prolong the life of worms, especially GY senkos. Don't think I've lost a fish due tot the rings.

[michang5]

I've used clear plastic-y and black rubber bands. The clear ones melt from the salt in the senko. The black ones work better, but they become loose over time. I've cast out only to launch the senko while the band is still on the hook.

I've not found any difference between hooking perpendicular versus parallel. A few months ago I was losing fish on the wacky switching from the bank to a kayak. I've practiced my hookset technique (feel tap, count to 2 while reeling down slack, and side sweep) and that has made the biggest difference. Caught three in a canoe today with textbook hook placement each time. YMMV.

The link to o-rings in my previous post and the reply above was a game changer for me. No more paying 30-50 cents each at Lowes.

[Comfortably Numb]

http://www.theoringstore.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=367_23_22&zenid=1b088fef44d57bb5655c30a8d1856309

 

#10 is the standard 1/4" ID most use but I use #9 for a tighter fit.

[Fishes in trees]

I've probably posted this before, but the correct size on o- rings is 3/8" OD (outside diameter), 1/4" ID (inside diameter).  When I bought o -rings from orings.com (and as I recall it took several starts & stops, several phone calls before I found someone who would sell me a minimum order) they were around a penny a piece.  The secretary apologized, saying if I bought more she could get me a more reasonable price.  Anyway, ten bucks will get you a lifetime supply of o-rings.

 

I've got one of those o-ring tools, but it is seldom within reach when I need it so I find that a little slobber or a squirt of aerosol fish scent helps it slide on better.  It has been years since I tore a senko putting on a o-ring.

[Crestliner2008]

I get the black 250 pack of small hair bands from Wal-Mart for $0.99. You have to double them over to fit the bait which is perfect. It creates an "X" if you will to nestle my hook through and I avoid the parallel hook that I'm not a fan of. Might just be a confidence thing but I never liked the parallel hook.

Very effective idea. I posted this technique with pictures on this link here:

 

http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/9471-wacky-rigging-my-way/

 

I like it because you can orientate the hook any way you like. And it's clear, so you do not detract from the basic Senko color pattern. That may or may not be a good thing, but it's something that gives me more confidence.

[jignfule]

No.  I use shrink tubing which works great.

 

I set up my Senkos before heading out and so far I have caught 10 largemouths on one Senko using the shrink tubing.

Shrink tubing works MUCH better for me.

[CWB]

I guess I can see why a tool is needed if you are using 1/4" I.D. O-Rings. Most senko type baits have an O.D. Of .375" +/- .015". If you use 5/16"' (.312"), 8.5 MM (.340") or 3/8" (.375") just wet the pointed end and slide it on. I can see how you could tear up a senko trying to squeeze on a 1/4" O-Ring on it.

Also, I've posted several times before that I use two and cross them and inert the hook through where they cross so it is 90 degrees to the bait. Works for me and everyone else I have shown it to. But as always, use whatever you have confidence in and you will be better off.