One of the best things about Rig Mate rigs is their set-up flexibility. Whether you want a simple setup or multiple hooks in the water, you can customise your rig in just a few seconds with or without tying knots.
Check the video below for a quick guide to setting up two-loop (tied), three-loop (tied) and four loop rigs (no tying) using Rig Mate.
Two Loop Rig (optional tying)
The two-loop rig is one of the most common setups and perfect for most fishing situations.
- Pull out the line and find your two loops.
- Use the bottom loop for your sinker.
- Use the second loop for your hook.
- Chop the line just under that loop and tie it onto a swivel.
That is it your two loop paternoster rig is ready to go.
Three Loop Rig (optional tying)
If you want to run an extra hook, you can easily make a three-loop rig.
- Pull out three loops from your spool.
- Attach your sinker to the bottom loop.
- Attach hooks to the middle and upper loops.
- Cut just under the top loop and tie onto a swivel.
Now you have a three-hook rig that gets more bait in the water and gives you a better chance of hooking up.
Four Loop Rig (No Tying)
For anglers chasing bigger sessions or more bait in the water, you can also make a four-loop rig without tying any extra knots.
- Pull out four loops from your Rig Mate spool.
- Attach a sinker to the bottom loop.
- Add hooks to the three loops above.
- Instead of tying, simply use the top loop to clip directly onto your snap swivel.
That is your four loop rig done.
More Loops if Regulations Allow
If you want even more hooks in the water, just keep pulling loops from your spool and setting them up. As long as you are within local fishing regulations, you can make rigs as long as you need. Simply cut under your last loop and tie it off to finish.
The Benefit of Rig Mate Rigs
Whether you are fishing with two hooks or four, Rig Mate makes rigging quick, clean, and simple. No more wasted time tying loops. Just pull, cut, and fish!