How To Tie on a Drop Shot

I continue to strive to become more self-sufficient and independent on the water. We don’t dropshot much on the Potomac or in Mexico, and because Pete is impatient I was afraid to ask him how to rig one up.

Still, I know that it’s a very versatile rig that can be used in a wide range of depths. It’s especially good to throw when the fish are being cautious and are less active. When we visited Table Rock in October, I asked my super guide/mentor/teacher Chad Morgenthaler to teach me how to tie one up. Click on the video below to see for yourself:

Products Used:

• Gamma Torque High Performance 100% Spectra Braid (main line)

• Gamma Edge Fluorocarbon Line (leader)

• Owner Cover Shot Hook

• Strike King Tour Grade Tungsten Drop Shot Weights

• Missile Baits Magic Worm