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Al's Goldfish Lure Co. · Pre-Tied Rigs
Al's Goldfish Baiting Needle, 5", Pack of 4
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- Item weight
- 0.01 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 5 x 0.2 x 0.2 inches
Quick take
Stainless steel needles with open eyes for threading leader through live or dead bait on minnow rigs.
Best for
- Rigging live minnows and shiners on mono or braid
- Saltwater applications where corrosion is a concern
- Rigging delicate bait without tearing
Skip if
- You use only soft plastic baits
- You prefer to cast rather than drift or troll
Strengths
- Open-eye design threads both mono and braided leader easily
- Stainless steel won't rust in saltwater
- Simple, durable design lasts through many rigging sessions
Trade-offs
- Requires technique to use properly without damaging bait
- Not effective for very large baits or eels
- Slower method than using pre-rigged minnow rigs
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
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