Esox pro Posted August 14, 2020 Posted August 14, 2020 I got the wrong size orings and i was wondering if anyone could send me a link to a lifetime supply of the right size orings (3/8”) because I couldn’t find any
Nibbles Posted August 14, 2020 Posted August 14, 2020 Ever try a small ziptie? Just tighten it around the middle of a stickbait and then clip off any excess material with nail clippers? More durable than an o-ring, less prone to slippage. Can buy them by the thousand (4" or 6" ones) online. 2
Esox pro Posted August 14, 2020 Author Posted August 14, 2020 since i have tool it just seems faster to use orings When im bored i just slide a bunch of them on tool so that when i need to i just slide two of them on senko
wis bang Posted August 14, 2020 Posted August 14, 2020 Fastenall No. 10 O rings, I think it was $2.50 for 50 of them. Same size as what came with my wacky tool years ago.
OnthePotomac Posted August 14, 2020 Posted August 14, 2020 Stick a worm in your pocket and go to either Ace or Lowes and pick the size O ring that fits your worm. Really cheap. 1
Super User J._Bricker Posted August 14, 2020 Super User Posted August 14, 2020 57 minutes ago, OnthePotomac said: Stick a worm in your pocket and go to either Ace or Lowes and pick the size O ring that fits your worm. Really cheap. ^^^^ I suggest doing what @OnthePotomac mentioned above. Then once you know what size you want, go on eBay or similar site and as @wis bang suggested buy in bulk. I did that and haven’t bought O-rings in years....
Super User BrianMDTX Posted August 14, 2020 Super User Posted August 14, 2020 A 1/4” (tighter) or 5/16” (looser) is what I use.
Super User gim Posted August 14, 2020 Super User Posted August 14, 2020 2 hours ago, Esox pro said: when i need to i just slide two of them on senko Never thought of using two of them but its something I may try now that you mention it. On occasion the stick bait will slide right off the o ring.
Fishin Dad Posted August 14, 2020 Posted August 14, 2020 Two o rings work really well when you cross them and place the hook right through the x where they cross. 3 1
galyonj Posted August 14, 2020 Posted August 14, 2020 3 hours ago, Nibbles said: Ever try a small ziptie? Just tighten it around the middle of a stickbait and then clip off any excess material with nail clippers? More durable than an o-ring, less prone to slippage. Can buy them by the thousand (4" or 6" ones) online. Those elastic hair ties that you get 100 to a sleeve at Walmart are pretty legit, too. I, uh…may have snagged a couple from the woman as a test after I saw the dude from Realistic Fishing do it. ?
Super User Fishes in trees Posted August 14, 2020 Super User Posted August 14, 2020 The correct size o-rings for a senko are 3/8" o.d. (outside dimension) x 1/4" i.d. ( outside dimension). You can get o-rings with a larger outside diameter, but I don't see the point because they don't stretch as well, and you need a little bit of stretch to get them positioned properly. The last time I needed o-rings, (and I'd run through all the ones my local hardware stores had in the proper size at 18 or 20 cents each, I found a web site called 0-rings.com. I went there, and several stops later I got a supplier on the phone in St. Louis who would sell me a minimum order. A minimum order was 1000, the guy on the phone apologized for the high price, but he had to sell them to me for a penny a piece. Shipping was a few stamps. That was in 2005 and I still have many o-rngs left
moguy1973 Posted August 14, 2020 Posted August 14, 2020 I use Goody rubber hair bands, I can get 100 of them for a couple bucks at Walmart. Double them over to make an X and put the hook through the X so it's perpendicular to the worm. Better hook ups as said above when you use 2 O rings.
Esox pro Posted August 14, 2020 Author Posted August 14, 2020 1 hour ago, Fishes in trees said: The correct size o-rings for a senko are 3/8" o.d. (outside dimension) x 1/4" i.d. ( outside dimension). You can get o-rings with a larger outside diameter, but I don't see the point because they don't stretch as well, and you need a little bit of stretch to get them positioned properly. The last time I needed o-rings, (and I'd run through all the ones my local hardware stores had in the proper size at 18 or 20 cents each, I found a web site called 0-rings.com. I went there, and several stops later I got a supplier on the phone in St. Louis who would sell me a minimum order. A minimum order was 1000, the guy on the phone apologized for the high price, but he had to sell them to me for a penny a piece. Shipping was a few stamps. That was in 2005 and I still have many o-rngs left That is the size i got 400 of off amazon for and using 2 seems to cut in the bait and not hold up and have been trying 2 for increased hook up ratio
Esox pro Posted August 14, 2020 Author Posted August 14, 2020 Personally ive heard of all the other things people use but the orings seem the softest and while having problems i have also managed to get 7 fish on one senko 1
Esox pro Posted August 14, 2020 Author Posted August 14, 2020 Could someone please just link me to 1000 orings in 3/8 of an inch Unless that is wrong size In which case link to right size in 1000
wis bang Posted August 14, 2020 Posted August 14, 2020 #10 is 1/4 ID [3/8ths OD] eventually they do cut into the senko. I slide the hook under and move it slightly every time. I keep two of each favorite color in the bag with O rings and re-use them until they finally break or the hook gets pulled into the tip which slides the O ring off...plop... Usually they die after a few years and multiple fish...
Esox pro Posted August 14, 2020 Author Posted August 14, 2020 14 minutes ago, wis bang said: #10 is 1/4 ID [3/8ths OD] eventually they do cut into the senko. I slide the hook under and move it slightly every time. I keep two of each favorite color in the bag with O rings and re-use them until they finally break or the hook gets pulled into the tip which slides the O ring off...plop... Usually they die after a few years and multiple fish... No idea what oring size chart is but should i go up one size larger then #10 unless thats the largest size 1
wis bang Posted August 14, 2020 Posted August 14, 2020 1 minute ago, Esox pro said: No idea what oring size chart is but should i go up one size larger then #10 unless thats the largest size I just matched the ones that came with my tool. They come in all sizes.
Esox pro Posted August 14, 2020 Author Posted August 14, 2020 It seems like one oring worked better but was missing fish so was seeing if using two led to this problem or was wrong size and which case what size allows me to use two but doesn’t cut in senko also i keep them on oring tool so it kinda stretches them out
Esox pro Posted August 14, 2020 Author Posted August 14, 2020 Also some of the orings designed for senkos say they are more durable is that true or just a bunch of bs Also if getting orings from hardware store there are Many different kinds like medical grade or drinking water which one should I get
OG Crankster Posted August 15, 2020 Posted August 15, 2020 Please read then watch the video ( Not mine ) https://www.m3outdoors.com/post/diy-wacky-rig-neko-rig-sleeves 1
Esox pro Posted August 15, 2020 Author Posted August 15, 2020 Alright my current oring size is the inside diameter is 1/4” and diameter of the entire oring is 3/8 I also personally like orings the best so was wondering if I should go up a size to prevent bait from tearing
5/0 Posted August 15, 2020 Posted August 15, 2020 Tearing of a Senko (GYCB) is just the nature of the beast. Even correct size o rings will tear it if not careful. Especially when putting two on and crossing them Do what Wiz Bang suggested. Rig up 2-3 each in colors you plan to take at home before you go out. I only use o rings on Senkos. For smaller diameter, less inexpensive baits like trick worms I just put the hook into the worm.
Esox pro Posted August 15, 2020 Author Posted August 15, 2020 What if i get them in one size bigger then the correct size
5/0 Posted August 15, 2020 Posted August 15, 2020 19 minutes ago, Esox pro said: What if i get them in one size bigger then the correct size Try a few to see. If they work, fine. Then go for the bulk.
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