Ugly Stik
2.13m
7–21 g · 6–15 lb
Rig
Flapper rig
Two or more hooks on short droppers above the sinker, to cover more of the water column with small baits.
The numbers match the parts list. The drawing is stylised, not to scale.
How it works
A flapper rig runs two hooks off a three-way swivel and a dropper loop, so you can fish two baits at different heights. It is a good choice for smaller species with small baits.
- Best for
- Smaller fish with small baits, like grunter, blacktail and white steenbras in the shorebreak.
- Conditions
- Shorebreak and calm surf.
Parts list
- 1
Main line with shock leader. Main line is tied to the top of the three-way swivel.
- 2
Three-way swivel. Holds the first snood and the sinker leader.
- 3
Short snood. About 30 cm of mono to the hook.
- 4
Hook. Small octopus or baitholder.
- 5
Dropper loop. Second hook on a dropper loop, about 40 cm below.
- 6
Sinker. Grip or flat sinker.
Build it
- 1
Tie a sinker snap or loop at the end of the leader.
- 2
Tie a dropper loop about 40 cm above the sinker.
- 3
Tie a second dropper loop about 40 cm above the first.
- 4
Tie a short snood and hook to each loop.
- 5
Bait both hooks with small baits and check the snoods do not tangle.
Strengths and trade-offs
Strengths
- Two baits covering more water
- Good for small species
Watch out for
- Tangles on the cast
- Not for big baits
Catches more kinds of fish, but tangles easily on the cast, so keep the snoods short.
Knots and hooks
Hook sizes 1/0 to 4/0 suit this rig. See the hook guide.
Rig and hook recommendations are pending review by a local angler. Check bag limits and gear rules for your area before you fish.
Gear
Gear that suits this rig
Shimano
3.05m
20–60 g · 8–17 lb
Okuma
3.96m
100–200 g · 15–30 lb
Penn
3.66m
80–150 g · 12–25 lb
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