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Carolina Rig
A sliding egg sinker above a bead and swivel, then a leader to the hook. Covers bottom while letting the bait move naturally above the weight.
When to use it
- Bottom-dragging soft plastics for bass
- Fishing baits along the bottom
- Windy/deep conditions
Strengths
- Great bottom contact and feel
- Bait moves naturally off the bottom
- Fish don't feel the sliding weight
Weaknesses
- More components to rig
- Snags in heavy cover
Key facts
Best species: Bass; adaptable to inshore bottom fish
Common mistakes
- No bead protecting the knot
- Leader too short to let the bait rise naturally