The split shot rig

A split shot rig is a finesse version of a carolina rig minus the 1oz weight, beeds, swivel and leader. It's proven deadly on lethargic bass or when fishing pressure is high on a body of water. The split shot rig is a shallow water technique fished in water 20 feet or less, the deeper you fish it the less contact you have with the bait, so I fish it around shallow points, flats or grassy flats, stumps and along the bank. My favorite plastics to use is a 3" Berkley Powerbait Chigger Craw or a Berkley Powerbait Power Lizard, but any finesse plastic will work just fine. For weight size I like to use size 2 to 4 split shots. For weight placement, I like to have it about 18 to 24 inches from the hook. Hook size is pretty simple, I'll use a Gamakatsu 2/0 offset round bend worm hook. Equipment I like to use is a 7'0" Medium to medium light spinning rod and a Abu Garcia Revo SX 30 spinning reel. For line, I like 6-8lb Trilene 100% fluorocarbon. The retrieve of the rig is fished just as you would a carolina rig, make a long cast and slowly drag it back. When should you throw it? I've had success through out the entire season, there really isn't a bad time to throw the split shot rig. I hope this tip / technique helps you out! Give it a shot, who knows maybe it will help win you your next tournament!!