Split shots are also easy to take on and off if you need to quickly change the weight on your line.
For shallow water, a combined weight of 1⁄8 ounce (3. 5 g) will do the trick.
If you don’t have needlenose pliers, try pinching the weight closed with your fingers. Be careful not to squeeze the sides completely closed since that could damage the line. Try squeezing them until they’re barely touching, then test if the line is secure.
If you need to reposition the weight because it moved, just pinch the opposite side to release it from your line.
Positioning your sinker much higher on your line may make it difficult to cast.
The motion to secure your line is similar to unwrapping a candy wrapper. If you want to remove or reposition the sinker, untwist the rubber and gently pull the line out from the rubber.
Egg sinkers work really well when you’re casting in windy conditions. Bullet sinkers are a little heavier than egg sinkers, so they’re best for catching larger fish in deep water. [10] X Research source
Remember to use a line that’s meant for the type of water where you’re fishing. [12] X Expert Source Kathy Sparrow, MAFishing Instructor Expert Interview. 1 April 2020.
Make sure that the sinker can’t slide over and off of the swivel. If it can, then slide a stop bead onto the line before adding the swivel.
The leader will float higher than the sinker, so it’s less likely to get caught on any weeds along the bottom.
You can use tied weights whether you’re fishing from the shore or a boat.
If there’s any excess line sticking out from the knot, trim it off with a pair of scissors.
If you ever want to change the weight, just slide the loop back over the bottom and pull the line out from the ring.
