Neko Rig Components

[Brett's_daddy]

Okay, I know this rig has been around a few years but I'm just showing some interest. What size/type of hooks are best? What size nail weights are best? Can regular stainless nails be used instead of specific nail weights? I would be using the 5" Yum Dingers as my bait. Is this a slow or fast technique? Thanks to any who reply!!!

[J Francho]

Same hooks you already use and like for wacky rigging senkos.

 

I just have various finish nails that I use.  If I think it needs more weight, I'll add more.  I do have a few of the tungsten nail weights that came with other baits as well.  In other words, I go by the way the bait looks in the water.  I don't think there's a bass that is thinking, well, that's not 3/32 oz. so I'm not gonna bite it.  That said, I do put a heavier weight in a Yum Dinger than I do with a senko, just because senkos sink quicker already.  Come to think, maybe that's wrong, too. 

 

Don't over think it, wacky it up and shove a nail in the bait.  It works.

[NYWayfarer]

17 minutes ago, Brett's_daddy said:

Can regular stainless nails be used instead of specific nail weights?

Yes. I buy a pack of nails from the dollar store and they work for me.

 

I also use them with the 5" swimming Dinger (a Yum Dinger with a paddle tail) and have no issues.

 

I fish the Neko rig much like a Ned Rig. Cast out let it hit bottom and slowly hop it back to the boat, bank, kayak. Most of the time the hits come on the drop.