Where Do You Put a Sinker on a Fishing Pole?

Fishing requires the right tools, and one of the most important pieces of tackle is the sinker. While a sinker’s primary purpose is to weigh down your line so that it can reach deeper depths, where the bigger fish tend to be, there are other important factors to consider when putting a sinker on your fishing pole.

The size and shape of your sinker will depend on what type of fishing you are doing. If you are fishing in deep water, then a heavier sinker with a larger surface area is ideal as it will stay on the bottom and won’t be swept away by currents like a lighter weight one would be. On the other hand, if you are fishing in shallow water or in slow-moving streams, then a lighter weight sinker with a smaller surface area is best as it won’t get tangled up in vegetation or snags.

The type of bait you use will also affect where you should put your sinker. If you are using live bait such as worms or minnows, then it is best to attach the sinker directly to your line above the hook so that it stays out of the way and allows for natural movement of your bait. For artificial lures such as spinners or crankbaits, however, it is better to attach the sinker to a leader below the hook so that it doesn’t interfere with how the lure moves through water.

Finally, when attaching your sinker to your line, make sure that you don’t twist or kink up your line by wrapping them too tightly together. This could weaken or break your line and create an unsafe situation for yourself and any other anglers around you.

Conclusion
Where exactly you place a sinker on your fishing pole will ultimately depend on what type of fishing you are doing and what type of bait or lure you are using. The size and shape of your sinker should match up with whatever type of water depth and current speed you are dealing with while making sure not to twist or kink up your line when attaching them together. With these tips in mind, anglers can find success wherever they may cast their lines!

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Daniel Bennet