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Home > Take Me Fishing Blog > January 2019 > How, When and Where to Put Sinkers on Fishing Line
Sinkers are weights made of poured lead that can be tied or clamped onto your fishing line to help your bait sink to certain depths. The style and weight will depend on conditions such as water depth, size of bait, and strength of the current. The key is to affix the sinker in a manner that doesn’t compromise your presentation or how attractive your bait is to the fish. In this article, we’ll cover when and where to put sinkers on fishing line and also how to put sinker on fishing line. When it comes to fishing gear and tackle, sinkers are staple items that should be stocked in your tackle box at all times.
Where to put sinkers on fishing line varies depending on the complexity of the rig and intended bait presentation. There are countless shapes and sizes of sinkers, each intended for a specific use in fishing. How to put sinker on fishing line depends on the style of the sinker. Here are the most common sinkers used in fishing.
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Alycia Downs is a freelance content creator and avid sportsman who contributes to numerous publications promoting tourism, fishing, and outdoors. Alycia is a member of the Florida Outdoor Writers Association and is actively involved with conservation and fishing non-profit organizations. Visit her personal blog at tideandtale.com or on Instagram @tideandtale.
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