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Hi Shroomy
I find it a very therapeutic and pleasant pastime making my own rigs. Especially when there's a wee dram handy!
Also makes a change from dressing salmon and trout flies too.
In my opinion it also works out very economical, especially when you see the prices for patterns available in packets. Also, I do often worry about the reliability of some of the knots used in bought rigs; in particular, cheaper rigs from unknown manufacturers as most of these rigs are probably made by kids in 3rd world countries for a pittance. And very little quality control.
Plenty of sources for rig "patterns":
The Sea Angler's step-by-step guide to Bait and Rigs: John Wilson from Sea Angler magazine. Mine cost £8.99
http://www.planetseafishing.com Plenty of rig patterns with recipes and some video step-by steps.
Other resources are available online. Just do a search. E.g. sea fishing rigs.
Tools? A simple vice (on a firm base), (I use my fly tying vice). Small pliers, scissors/toe-nail clippers/sharp side cutters, and tweezers are useful.
Regards
Tom
I find it a very therapeutic and pleasant pastime making my own rigs. Especially when there's a wee dram handy!
Also makes a change from dressing salmon and trout flies too.
In my opinion it also works out very economical, especially when you see the prices for patterns available in packets. Also, I do often worry about the reliability of some of the knots used in bought rigs; in particular, cheaper rigs from unknown manufacturers as most of these rigs are probably made by kids in 3rd world countries for a pittance. And very little quality control.
Plenty of sources for rig "patterns":
The Sea Angler's step-by-step guide to Bait and Rigs: John Wilson from Sea Angler magazine. Mine cost £8.99
http://www.planetseafishing.com Plenty of rig patterns with recipes and some video step-by steps.
Other resources are available online. Just do a search. E.g. sea fishing rigs.
Tools? A simple vice (on a firm base), (I use my fly tying vice). Small pliers, scissors/toe-nail clippers/sharp side cutters, and tweezers are useful.
Regards
Tom
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I'll third Tombees sentiments. It is easier to buy rigs but they are often expensive and limit your options. I enjoy making my own rigs (and fly tying too incedentally) and by making them myself they are cheaper than shop bought rigs, are better quality and taylored to exactly what I want. Plus I can make some up on the spot or have fully adjustible ones to change if need be. Plus it is really satisfying to catch fish on your own rigs, it forces you to think a bit harder about your fishing
another good book is the fox sea guide to modern sea angling. it doesnt just contain rigs it has a lot of other info. it even has the loop rig. details. it costs £12.99 but it is more informative. it has sections on modern tackle, shore rigs,venues and tactics,species,the baits,bait digging and welfare,casting,etiquette rules & conservation. i also build my own rigs.
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I'll second that - This book contains load of advice on all aspects, perfect for the beginner.
As for the rigs i rally enjoy making my own rigs as by making you own your saving money, enjoying it and every one can be made just how you want it.
Whereas by buying shop rigs, not only is it more expensive in the long run, but if it isnt quite how you want it it needs money and time to alter it to your specification.
One last thing I will say is the gemini Rig Jig is a damm good piece of equipment as it allows you tie your rigs accuratley and quickly.
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The truth is that you'll settle on favouring/using probably three maybe four rigs at the most for all your shore fishing and depending on how often you go fishing you may find it just as easy to buy your rigs from the numerous rig suppliers to be found on the internet.
I agree with all thats been said by others but it does save having loads of rigs making bits and bobs all over the place ...... the older I get the lazier I seem to get!!!!
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