Meat Rig Vendors

This is the fifth video in an educational series from Russell’s Fishing Tech. called Anglers Avenue Class.  The focus of this video is on meat rigs.

Brands Mentioned:

Key takeaways:

Customizing your own meat rigs:

  • Number 1 VMC Spark Point Hooks (best on the market)
  • space teaser flies evenly
  • use tooth pick to lock bead/fly into position

Pairing with Flashers:

  • Cold water = 8″ flashers
  • Warm water = 11″+ flashers (fishing deep)
  • Prefer ballyhoo because its tougher and will last longer
  • Skin side of meat should be facing out
  • Set hooks so they are slightly trailing behind the meat
    • use tooth pick to lock leader/hook in place
  • standard leader lengths are 4 – 6′
    • Russell prefers 54″

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