Every Fishing Rig Explained In 17 Minutes

The same worm on the same hook can catch nothing all day, or a fish every cast. The difference is the rig: the way you put the weight, the hook and the bait together decides where your bait sits and how it moves. In this video, we break down every fishing rig serious anglers actually use and explain exactly how each one works, from the Texas rig, Carolina rig, free rig, Tokyo rig, drop shot, shaky head, Ned rig, wacky rig, Neko rig and Alabama rig to the split shot, slip bobber, three-way, fish finder, high-low, Sabiki and bottom bouncer rigs, and the carp rigs that changed fishing: the hair rig, the method feeder and the chod rig. Whether you're fishing soft plastics for bass, live bait from a pier, a river current, or a weedy carp lake, each rig has its own advantages and trade-offs. We'll explain how each one is built, what it's for, and what you need to know to choose the right one for your next fishing trip. If you're new to fishing or just want to understand your tackle better, this is the guide for you. 👍 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more simple, visual explanations of fishing gear, tackle, and techniques. 🎣 Which rig catches you the most fish? Let us know in the comments! CHAPTERS 00:00 :Intro 00:26 :Texas Rig 01:19 :Carolina Rig 02:10 :Free Rig 03:02 :Tokyo Rig 03:49 :Drop Shot Rig 04:38 :Shaky Head 05:26 :Ned Rig 06:18 :Wacky Rig 07:03 :Neko Rig 07:51 :Alabama Rig 08:42 :Split Shot Rig 09:27 :Slip Bobber Rig 10:17 :Three-Way Rig 11:08 :Fish Finder Rig 11:53 :High-Low Rig 12:38 :Sabiki Rig 13:26 :Bottom Bouncer Rig 14:11 :Hair Rig 14:59 :Method Feeder 15:41 :Chod Rig 16:23 :Every rig at a glance Every rig starts with a knot: watch Every Fishing Knot Explained next.