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WEIGHTS:
Weights come in many sizes and designs, and are used for a variety of functions, cocking a float and bait presentation to anchoring a bait to the bottom.
In the United Kingdom, all Freshwater leger weights and split shot must be made of non-toxic materials.
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SPLIT SHOT:
Split shot are small round shot cut to allow fixing to the line, used in float fishing to cock floats and to add weight to rigs shot is available in many sizes from dust shot to swan shot (SSG).
For legering, shot are used to lock larger weights in position and to weight light rigs.They are available in a range of sizes from dust to swan shot (SSG) close shot over the line. and open them to re position never slide them along the line or you may damage and weaken the line. |
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ARLESEY BOMBS:
Created by Richard Walker in the 1950s the Arlsey Bomb with its streamlined shape makes for casting long distances with ease,some come with a swivel attached to reduce the risk of tangling.
Probably the most widely used of all leger weights today.
Available in sizes ranging from 3.5 g to 113 g +, and some incorporate a screw-in swivel that allows the size of weight being used on a rig to be changed rapidly. |
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BULLETS
Drilled bullets are used to present a moving bait. allowing it roll freely through a swim.
BARREL
The barrel weight is as above but is designed to roll slowly along the bed of a river. |
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COFFIN WEIGHTS:
The coffin weight is perfectd for presenting static baits in running water. Its flattened shape ensure that it sits tight on the bottom.
DISC WEIGHTS: (no picture)
As above these flattened, almost-circular weights will keep baits static in fast-flowing swims.offering little resistance to the current flowing over it when it is lying on the riverbed, while its large surface area gives it a good grip on the bottom. |
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SALTWATER WEIGHTS & BOOMS
Generally a weight or sinker is anything an angler cares to put on the end of his line to take it to the seabed.
It is best to use a weight that has been designed for use in the prevailing conditions and for the type of fishing intended.
Sea angling often involves coping with strong tidal currents, deep waters, and long casting distances.
To avoid problems, make sure you have enough weight on the line to get the bait down and hold it in position, and use standoff booms to prevent traces from tangling. |
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SEA BREAKAWAYS:
The wires of a breakaway Weight dig into the seabed to anchor the bait and stop movement
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On the retrieve they will spring free allow the angler to retrieve both bait and weight.
Many sea anglers also use a slightly lighter line from swivel to Breakaway so in the event of failure you only lose weight not all tackle. |
