Complete Guide To The Ultralight DROP SHOT RIG

If you have been following along, you have definitely heard me talk about the ultralight drop shot rig at some point. This ultralight rig is a fantastic option to catch numerous species of fish throughout the year. I especially like using it in a little deeper water when the fish are bottom-oriented. In today's video, I break down everything you need, how to rig it, and how to fish it. Hope this helps!

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[mattyschell]

Yo Ethan. You'll appreciate this: So I believe our kids are a few months apart. For the first time, I just gave my son a half of an old ugly stick rod with an old reel on it to get used to it and man he's been goin for an hour straight pretending to catch fish and practice reeling and stuff. About 40 minutes in, I showed him your "Teaching beginners how to fish the ned rig" vid from back in the day and he's copying all your movements now from when you were wearing the go-pro. It's pretty awesome seeing an almost 3 year old so stoked on fishing already haha.

Thought you'd like to know, broski

[righteousriverfishinginoregon]

I can't remember if I told you but I tried the drop shot method with small white Berkley power grubs and caught 84 smallmouth bass on a fishing trip in Oregon. I was inspired to try this method from you and it paid off, and I love it. Thank you.

[zdenekzdun]

Great video. I really like playing with micro dropshot technique. I am recently using tiny 2cm soft plastic lure that imitate a bloodworm on the #12 hook. Perch and roach loves it. However, Instead of paying for these expensive dropshot weights I am using 1 gram or 0.8 gram olives weights with a hole through and the smallest, rubber, float stoppers to adjust the distance from the hook. To prevent the float stopper from sliding off the line a small knot can be tied at the end of the line.
For the main line I am using 0.07mm braid with about 1 meter of 0.18mm fluorocarbon tied to the end. Tiny, light lures are flying far enough.

[Lasurge]

I caught an 11 lb trout drop shotting using this same method. And then right after I smacked a 7 lber using size 8 owner mosquito hooks and a micro minnow 4 lb Fluoro. Took me a while to get them in but I prevailed in the end. One of the most epic days I’ve ever had. I will say that I wouldn’t go any smaller them size 8 I’ve had even regular size fish bend my hook out when I used size 10.

[mattmain]

Ive had a ton of success with that! 2lb test with a size 12 hook and small 1.5" plastic worm and a 1.77 gram dropshot for panfish! I end up getting a bunch of bass too!

[shawnchambers]

This is more for those looking to expand their arsenal I.E. someone like me. The narrative of your fishing thought process is great. Definitely subscribed.

[MegaDeforest]

Got a rig that will make my wife like fishing?

[MostlyHumanPowered]

I have been using an ultralight dropshot with nearly the same setup you described. In a pond with a mossy bottom it keeps me out of the moss.

I use the Owner mosquito hooks. They are very sharp and are available at Academy. I haven't had any trouble with the hooks breaking.

I smash down the hook barb so I can get the fish off easier and get my bait in the water for the next fish faster.

I often use split shot for the weight. I tie a figure 8 knot at the end of the line to keep the weight from sliding off the end of the line.

This rig also works well with live bait or frozen shrimp.

[oscaraldaiz]

I am in Springfield Mo and I do a lot of creek and stream fishing. I have bought several of your products and I like them. If you are ever in the area I would love to do some fishing with you.

[brianathern]

Definitely a good tactic to have in the fishing arsenal. I've also used a split shot as another commented but have purchased some tungsten weights now. Time for the old goalie to embrace another game changer like the wacky rig. Tons of potential with ultralight drop shot

[dietwaffles]

Yesterday, I threw around the slip float rig you showed us on 4lb line. I hooked into some decent bass and some CHUNKY bluegill. My new PB gill! Great stuff man, I'll have to give this one a go soon!

[poivnio]

Appreciate all you've taught me dude. I'm glad that my own micro dropshot concept was basically exactly what your setup is - I caught some good eating trout on them last fall! Now I don't know what I'm doing in the spring but need to throw a few more dropshots to see what I can catch.

[michaelhales-mukk]

I would like to see more
Videos like this. Thanks

[Girlwholovesfish]

My favorite fishing technique!
I also like it when bank fishing in cold weather, you can get your line out deeper w heavier weight.
Caught 12 yesterday using this technique.

Get yourself some hand warmers:-)

[fishingwithohdad]

Great video. Thanks for the ideas. Will definitely try this rig out again. Started using it about 5 years ago but got disappointed with it and gave it up. With you talking about it and another guy I met raving about it, guess it's time for it again. Thanks.

[ericsime]

I love technique videos. Especially as an angler who is starting their open water adventure. Ice fishing I know and can do this is a different story.

[mrspockal]

Great video. I've been fishing drop shot for several years and it's still a favorite. Can't wait for a bit more warmth to get out and bother the fish.

[JoseRamirez-nzzk]

A complete guide to the ultralight Texas rig you’ve used in the past, maybe? Big fan of the jack worm!

[lrSavage]

Recently got a ultralight setup and have used a inline spinner so far. Only caught a dink bass but it has been fun.

[ismaela.]

for my drop shot rig. I use a #12 hook and a 1/16oz weight. the drop is a must when it comes to UL fishing :)