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Castable umbrella rigs -aka- Alabama Rig
Posted on 2/15/12 at 8:08 pm
Posted on 2/15/12 at 8:08 pm
Finally have the itch to get one, just curious if anyone has found any smaller ones. Most of the ones i see are fairly heavy and get really heavy once you add 5 jig heads/baits.
I am currently looking for a lighter rig that I could add 2-3 inch baits to.
Also looking at lower cost models just to get my feet wet. Will upgrade down the line if i have success.
So far the best one I have found is: LINK
Just curious if anyone else knows of any alternatives to the original Alabama rig.
I am currently looking for a lighter rig that I could add 2-3 inch baits to.
Also looking at lower cost models just to get my feet wet. Will upgrade down the line if i have success.
So far the best one I have found is: LINK
Just curious if anyone else knows of any alternatives to the original Alabama rig.
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Posted on 2/15/12 at 8:13 pm to computerguy
shoot, put some triple ripple grubs on the bad boy....slaughter some Sac-a-lait
Posted on 2/15/12 at 8:18 pm to Tino
exactly.
Posted on 2/15/12 at 8:22 pm to computerguy
I wonder which color would be the best
Posted on 2/15/12 at 8:30 pm to Tino
I am going with white since i plan on using some 3 inch swim style baits in a shad color.
Posted on 2/15/12 at 8:43 pm to computerguy
What kinda rod/ reel setup up planning on using?
Posted on 2/15/12 at 9:05 pm to Tino
Not going to use anything special. I have a Medium Heavy bass rod with 20# power pro that i will use. Typically use this one for 3/8's and up size spinner baits. Figure it will do the trick with a lighter umbrella rig. Hoping to get a total weight at about 1 oz.
Posted on 2/15/12 at 9:12 pm to Tino
quote:
shoot, put some triple ripple grubs on the bad boy....slaughter some Sac-a-lait
Damn, someone should invent this for sac-au-lait fishing.
Posted on 2/15/12 at 9:44 pm to Slickback
The link on my first post is actually called the "crappie umbrella rig" and is designed for smaller baits.
Posted on 2/15/12 at 10:11 pm to computerguy
Sheeeeit. I'll have to check it out then.
Posted on 2/15/12 at 10:21 pm to Slickback
Check the link, it is a much lighter version at 3/16oz than others on the market.
They have a youtube clip of the baits running and also have various size/color options which is nice.
They have a youtube clip of the baits running and also have various size/color options which is nice.
Posted on 2/15/12 at 10:24 pm to computerguy
IM gonna check it out tomorrow when I'm not on my phone. Probably gonna have to buy one.
Posted on 2/15/12 at 10:39 pm to Slickback
Yeah i did about a half hour of google searching and that was the lowest cost, lightest rig i could find. Shipping is about $6 unless you spend over $75 so that is a drag but it appears to be a decent rig from the website.
Was just curious if anyone else knew of any other options before i bought this one. Also thought others might be interested since this rig has been the hot subject recently.
Was just curious if anyone else knew of any other options before i bought this one. Also thought others might be interested since this rig has been the hot subject recently.
Posted on 2/16/12 at 1:42 am to computerguy
I would also like to try the alabama rig out. I would like to use it for specs and then also fresh water fishing. I know nothing about it so any recommendations on where I can buy one? Also, what baits to use on it? Because I know that has to get fairly heavy. Thanks in advance. 
Posted on 2/16/12 at 6:57 am to computerguy
Probably not gonna be able to use that crappie rig for bass. The larger bass baits won't be spread apart far enough resulting in the baits hooking each other all the time. I'm thinking ab using my setup on the rig and just downsizing the wire eta: and not put the lead weight
This post was edited on 2/16/12 at 6:59 am
Posted on 2/16/12 at 7:04 am to The Sportsman
even with the shipping, those are pretty good prices. Thanks for sharing, those have been impossible for me to find locally and Bass Pro wants $15 + shipping for them.
Posted on 2/16/12 at 7:05 am to The Sportsman
I am not looking to put 5" baits on it just 2-3" grubs or paddle tails. On my local lake the main forage are shad in 2-3" size so I figure i can match the hatch with a rig this size. This would also be a good size bait to target both species.
Posted on 2/16/12 at 7:09 am to computerguy
i'll probably order one of each size to play with.
You guys that are close to BR could get an order up and split the shipping.
You guys that are close to BR could get an order up and split the shipping.
Posted on 2/16/12 at 7:12 am to computerguy
I use 3" baits on mine so I'm speaking from experience... But do what u do
Eta: my wires are ab 7" long and my 3" baits get tangled from time to time.... Those are 4"
Eta2: anyone watch that video? That dudes breathing sounds like he's ab to kilt over
Eta: my wires are ab 7" long and my 3" baits get tangled from time to time.... Those are 4"
Eta2: anyone watch that video? That dudes breathing sounds like he's ab to kilt over
This post was edited on 2/16/12 at 7:17 am
Posted on 2/16/12 at 7:20 am to The Sportsman
Ah thanks Sportsman. I may have to just bite the bullet and purchase one of the more expensive rigs. Untangling baits after every couple of casts will get old pretty quick.
Do you have any suggestions on brands, sites, etc.
I am looking to target bass with 3" swim baits on fairly light jig heads.
Do you have any suggestions on brands, sites, etc.
I am looking to target bass with 3" swim baits on fairly light jig heads.
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