tbone1993 Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 Alright this is probably a dumb question but do you guys strictly use flipping weights when flipping? I only use the big flipping weights when I'm punching and never with works. I generally just just worm weights with everything I own. Is there an advantage to using a flipping weight in wood? Dont see why i would buy a 1/8th oz flipping weight over a worm weight. Quote
Super User Catt Posted February 26, 2015 Super User Posted February 26, 2015 In my tackle box there is no difference 1 Quote
Global Moderator Bluebasser86 Posted February 26, 2015 Global Moderator Posted February 26, 2015 I've used egg sinkers on my T rigs in a pinch, the fish don't care. 2 Quote
Super User Sam Posted February 26, 2015 Super User Posted February 26, 2015 "Is there an advantage to using a flipping weight in wood?" None that I am aware. Quote
kikstand454 Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 Just because its tungsten, doesn't mean its a "flippin" weight. There are many advantages to tungsten over lead. The con is the price. Its up to you. Quote
Super User WIGuide Posted February 26, 2015 Super User Posted February 26, 2015 There's probably not much of a difference in how the bait comes through wood, but the flippin' style helps them come through a little better in grass because they're broader to match the bulkier bait. As far as I know though the only flippin' style weights I've seen have been tungsten so I'm not sure if this is also a tungsten vs lead question or not. If it is, there are many advantages to tungsten . Quote
tbone1993 Posted February 26, 2015 Author Posted February 26, 2015 Just because its tungsten, doesn't mean its a "flippin" weight. There are many advantages to tungsten over lead. The con is the price. Its up to you. There's probably not much of a difference in how the bait comes through wood, but the flippin' style helps them come through a little better in grass because they're broader to match the bulkier bait. As far as I know though the only flippin' style weights I've seen have been tungsten so I'm not sure if this is also a tungsten vs lead question or not. If it is, there are many advantages to tungsten . Nope, not a lead v tungsten question. They're labeled differently check it out at this site http://www.elitetungsten.com/elite-tungsten-weights-products.html . The bulky head for a bulky bait makes sense. You want to punch a bigger hole for the bait to follow through. I dont know why you would ever flip a 1/16oz though. Quote
Global Moderator Mike L Posted February 26, 2015 Global Moderator Posted February 26, 2015 Maybe I'm not understanding...If not, then disregard... A "flipping" weight to me is a heavy enough weight to get through what I want to get through. A "worm" weight to me is weight light enough to reach the depth I want to reach without impeding the action of the plastic. Mike 1 Quote
Super User ww2farmer Posted February 26, 2015 Super User Posted February 26, 2015 In my tackle box there is no difference same here Quote
kikstand454 Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 Nope, not a lead v tungsten question. They're labeled differently check it out at this site http://www.elitetungsten.com/elite-tungsten-weights-products.html . The bulky head for a bulky bait makes sense. You want to punch a bigger hole for the bait to follow through. I dont know why you would ever flip a 1/16oz though. Ahhh. ... I see now. No. .. I can't think of a real advantage either. The "flipping" shape is designed to punch grass for the most part. I can't see why it would be an advantage OR a disadvantage around other cover such as wood or what have you. Buy the cheaper one. Quote
BannedForSpamming-1234555 Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 Maybe I'm not understanding...If not, then disregard... A "flipping" weight to me is a heavy enough weight to get through what I want to get through. A "worm" weight to me is weight light enough to reach the depth I want to reach without impeding the action of the plastic. Mike Sounds right to me Quote
Super User Catt Posted February 26, 2015 Super User Posted February 26, 2015 Confusion! Is why I do not name my tackle, I buy bullet weights in various sizes then cast, flip, pitch, & punch with em. 2 Quote
Super User F14A-B Posted February 26, 2015 Super User Posted February 26, 2015 I have not noticed a real life technical advantage with the "Flipping" models, lol.. I believe it's easier to find heavier weights under the "Flipping" terminology though.. 1 Quote
Super User WIGuide Posted February 26, 2015 Super User Posted February 26, 2015 Nope, not a lead v tungsten question. They're labeled differently check it out at this site http://www.elitetungsten.com/elite-tungsten-weights-products.html . The bulky head for a bulky bait makes sense. You want to punch a bigger hole for the bait to follow through. I dont know why you would ever flip a 1/16oz though. I don't know why anyone would flip with a 1/16 oz weight either. I know some brands stop at 3/8 oz in their flippin' style. Maybe they figure people will buy them because they don't know any better? Or maybe there's people out there using finesse flippin' weights? Your guess is as good as mine on that one. Quote
Super User smalljaw67 Posted February 26, 2015 Super User Posted February 26, 2015 You can flip a weightless Senko, flipping is just using the rod with a set amount of line out to place a bait in a spot close to you. Sure, we think of it as heavy cover but really you can flip anywhere with any size weight, and to me a flipping weight is the same as a worm weight, they are both bullet weights and that is it, no difference. 1 Quote
Super User Munkin Posted February 26, 2015 Super User Posted February 26, 2015 Those names mean nothing to me and I just sort them by weight. Allen Quote
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