A saltwater sliding-sinker rig: the main line runs through a sinker slide, then to a swivel and leader. Lets a wary fish take bait and run without feeling the weight.
When to use it
Surf and bottom bait fishing
Redfish, snapper, catfish on bait
Wary fish that drop bait if they feel weight
Strengths
Fish run freely with the bait
Sinker weight is adjustable via the slide
Great for bait soaking
Weaknesses
Not for casting lures
Can tangle on the cast if leader is too long
Key facts
Best species: Redfish, snapper, black drum, catfish, sharks
