In reply to Post #44
On the multi rig - one thing i have discussed with mates is the preferred location of the counter weight.
Any thoughts on this?
If critically balanced then i have put it on the tag end of the loop, if over weighted then on the hooklink, the lead side of the break in the coating.
On the multi rig - one thing i have discussed with mates is the preferred location of the counter weight.
Any thoughts on this?
If critically balanced then i have put it on the tag end of the loop, if over weighted then on the hooklink, the lead side of the break in the coating.
In reply to Post #46
I always put the counter weight the lead side of the break, its been a very reliable rig for me with generally with curve shank hooks the only chod style out turned eye hook i have used is the crank chod in 4's and 6 which have also been good for me.
I always put the counter weight the lead side of the break, its been a very reliable rig for me with generally with curve shank hooks the only chod style out turned eye hook i have used is the crank chod in 4's and 6 which have also been good for me.
In reply to Post #47
What counterweight do you tend to use ? Putty or split shot ?
What counterweight do you tend to use ? Putty or split shot ?
In reply to Post #46
I always place split shot on the lead side of the break, only ever fished it as a pop up rig so never had to tinker about much, stiff rigger hook with silicon over the eye to hold it all straight and in place. I do make a point of getting high quality lead split shot from Europe mind, half the size of the regular equivalents bought from shops over here..
I always place split shot on the lead side of the break, only ever fished it as a pop up rig so never had to tinker about much, stiff rigger hook with silicon over the eye to hold it all straight and in place. I do make a point of getting high quality lead split shot from Europe mind, half the size of the regular equivalents bought from shops over here..
In reply to Post #48
i use either split shot or the fox pop up weights as they never fall off
i use either split shot or the fox pop up weights as they never fall off
I quite like the idea of a Ronnie rig running on the leader (same as chod) .... very low and no knots .... Anyone tried that?
In reply to Post #51
the fish has to literally kiss your leader to get the Ronnie section in its mouth. the chod rig was terrible for hook pulls until we started separating the lead on a different section of leadcore or using a shockleader sleeve to cushion the chod against the lead. in my opinion the Ronnie fished as a chod would be hookpull central and doesn't really offer anything a chod don't. i always use a short 2 inch boom on my chods now and i aint had a problem with hookpulls since.
the fish has to literally kiss your leader to get the Ronnie section in its mouth. the chod rig was terrible for hook pulls until we started separating the lead on a different section of leadcore or using a shockleader sleeve to cushion the chod against the lead. in my opinion the Ronnie fished as a chod would be hookpull central and doesn't really offer anything a chod don't. i always use a short 2 inch boom on my chods now and i aint had a problem with hookpulls since.
In reply to Post #51
a friend has used this - calls it (or was told it was called) the Roddie.
Not sure there is much benefit to be gained over a chod though. i know he had a few on it but cant remember if he had any issues with hook pulls etc.
a friend has used this - calls it (or was told it was called) the Roddie.
Not sure there is much benefit to be gained over a chod though. i know he had a few on it but cant remember if he had any issues with hook pulls etc.
In reply to Post #49
Thanks all - i have recently been putting it the lead side of the break. i used to always put it on the tag of the loop. i think partly due to worrying about squeezing the shot too hard onto the hooklink.
will have a play and see how they sit in a tank test.
Thanks all - i have recently been putting it the lead side of the break. i used to always put it on the tag of the loop. i think partly due to worrying about squeezing the shot too hard onto the hooklink.
will have a play and see how they sit in a tank test.
In reply to Post #53
Imo a 'roddie' takes all the worst bits of the chod and exaggerates them. I can think of no reason anyone would try that.
The chod has some serious flaws but adds value in that it can get a bite from areas otherwise unfishable. A roddie takes the inherent flaws of the chod and makes them much worse imo.
Imo a 'roddie' takes all the worst bits of the chod and exaggerates them. I can think of no reason anyone would try that.
The chod has some serious flaws but adds value in that it can get a bite from areas otherwise unfishable. A roddie takes the inherent flaws of the chod and makes them much worse imo.
In reply to Post #55
Agreed - cannot seen any benefit at all.
Though i haven't even tied up a Ronnie rig, let alone used one (nor do i feel any inclination to) so i am clearly behind the times!
Agreed - cannot seen any benefit at all.
Though i haven't even tied up a Ronnie rig, let alone used one (nor do i feel any inclination to) so i am clearly behind the times!
In reply to Post #56
You should tie one up mate. Folks say it's just the latest fashion and that it has too many bells and whistles etc, but I have now all but ditched the hinge, which I used almost exclusively for more than 20 years, for the ronnie/spinner. It is that good imo.
You should tie one up mate. Folks say it's just the latest fashion and that it has too many bells and whistles etc, but I have now all but ditched the hinge, which I used almost exclusively for more than 20 years, for the ronnie/spinner. It is that good imo.
In reply to Post #57
Yes i probably should do really. I just find it looks cluttered and have always been happy with the hinge (at a variety of heights) or the multi for pop up rigs.
Yes i probably should do really. I just find it looks cluttered and have always been happy with the hinge (at a variety of heights) or the multi for pop up rigs.
In reply to Post #58
Also both very, very effective rigs mate, as you know
Also both very, very effective rigs mate, as you know
In reply to Post #55
Maybe, but when i first saw the chod i thought wtf is that .... It will never catch
I would be interested to know if anyone has used the "Roddie" though .... ive heard rumours it is very effective ... unfortunately for me I will now have to wait until June 16th to even attempt it
Maybe, but when i first saw the chod i thought wtf is that .... It will never catch
I would be interested to know if anyone has used the "Roddie" though .... ive heard rumours it is very effective ... unfortunately for me I will now have to wait until June 16th to even attempt it