BASIC BOBBER RIG Tie a hook on the end of your fishing line with one of your fishing knots. Pinch one or two small split shot sinkers to your main line about 6-12 inches from the hook to add a bit of weight to your line (this will keep your bait suspended vertically).

Where does the weight on a fishing line go?

Wet the line and tighten the knot slowly. Step 2: Attach 1 or 2 sinkers, 6 to 12 inches above the hook. This weight will keep your bait or lure down in the water and will help swing it away from shore.

Where does the sinker go on the line?

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How much weight should I add to my fishing line?

The strength of fishing line is called test and is measured in pounds. It should roughly match the weight of the species you are fishing for (e.g. use line in the 30-pound test for tuna in the 30-pound range). A typical line to cast for trout would be 4-pound test.

Is 6lb line enough?

The 6 Lb test strength is great for targeting multiple species. Its light enough to pull in a pile of Panfish, and heavy enough to get your Largemouth Bass dockside. for Panfish and a heavier test (8-12 Lb.) for Bass is a good rule of thumb.

How big of a fish can I catch with 6Lb test?

How big of a fish can you catch on 6lb test? Using 6 lbs test line, you can catch bigger fish than 6 pounds. You set the drag on your reel so when the drag is set, you can still pull line out without breaking the line. A big fish will get worn out pulling on your drag, and the rod will help you tire out the fish.