Knots & Rigs
8 guides
The Ned Rig: A Simple Finesse Setup That Always Catches
Learn how to build and fish a ned rig for bass. Covers jighead weight, stick-bait choices, light line setup, and the slow retrieve that gets bites when nothi...
July 4, 2026
How to Rig a Slip Bobber for Live Bait
Learn the slip bobber rig step by step: bobber stop, bead, float, split shot, and hook. The clearest slip bobber setup guide for beginners.
June 28, 2026
How to Tie an Improved Clinch Knot
Learn the improved clinch knot step by step — the go-to freshwater knot for tying a hook, swivel, or lure to mono or fluorocarbon line.
June 27, 2026
How to Set Up a Drop Shot Rig
Learn how to tie a drop shot rig step by step, including hook, line, leader length, and how to fish it for bass and other freshwater species.
June 24, 2026
The Carolina Rig: Setup and When It Beats a Texas Rig
Learn how to tie and fish a Carolina rig, and find out exactly when it outperforms a Texas rig for bass and other freshwater species.
June 21, 2026
How to Tie a Texas Rig (and When to Use It)
Learn how to tie a Texas rig step by step — bullet weight, hook, and Texposed plastic — plus when to peg the weight and where this setup shines for bass.
June 14, 2026
5 Fishing Knots Every Beginner Should Know
Learn the five essential fishing knots every beginner needs: improved clinch, Palomar, uni, loop, and line-to-line knots with step-by-step tying instructions.
June 10, 2026
The Palomar Knot: The Strongest Easy Fishing Knot
Learn how to tie the Palomar knot step by step. It's the strongest easy fishing knot for hooks, swivels, and braided line — and takes under a minute to tie.
June 5, 2026