My favorite way to rig the KC is with a bobber stop, 1/8 tungsten flipping weight, then a gambler punch skirt(trimmed down) Then a 4/0 EWG. This gives the crab a slower fall and more movement !
Has anyone tried these fished Carolina rigged with Offset EWG Worm Hook and a bullet weight? It should let the bait float naturally and it seems like it would work good.
I wish Zman would make a bait similar to the savage gear crab or the crusty crab from chase baits. I don’t care if they make it a pre rigged bait or just a plastic. I would like to see a custom jighead for it though. Personally I think a plain O,shaunessy hook with weight along the shank would be perfect. The closest thing I can think of that is similar to this would be the Tackle tactics Hidden Weight system jig head. Just without the 90 degree bend.
Matt, like you I ran across the bigger splash as an issue when sight casting to feeding red fish. Despite them nosing the grass line they weren't digging the kicker crab. After two spooks I lost confidence and went back to a slimmer profile bait.
If I don't have any of those $2 jigheads, can I rig this kinda like a carolina rig and be successful ? Looking for a cheaper way to fish it.Also , how about under a popping cork ?
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My favorite way to rig the KC is with a bobber stop, 1/8 tungsten flipping weight, then a gambler punch skirt(trimmed down) Then a 4/0 EWG. This gives the crab a slower fall and more movement !
The color of the eyes helping to keep your weights straight is such a helpful tip. Thank you!
You're welcome! Glad it was helpful!
Has anyone tried these fished Carolina rigged with Offset EWG Worm Hook and a bullet weight? It should let the bait float naturally and it seems like it would work good.
Great video Matt! Will give it a try 😎
Thanks for watching and for the support! Let us know how you do!
NICE WORK MATE VERY WELL DONE 👍
Thank you!
I wish Zman would make a bait similar to the savage gear crab or the crusty crab from chase baits. I don’t care if they make it a pre rigged bait or just a plastic. I would like to see a custom jighead for it though. Personally I think a plain O,shaunessy hook with weight along the shank would be perfect. The closest thing I can think of that is similar to this would be the Tackle tactics Hidden Weight system jig head. Just without the 90 degree bend.
More crab lures are hitting the market each year keep an eye out!
This is gonna be good !!!
For sure!
Matt, like you I ran across the bigger splash as an issue when sight casting to feeding red fish. Despite them nosing the grass line they weren't digging the kicker crab. After two spooks I lost confidence and went back to a slimmer profile bait.
Sorry it didn't work out for you there, next time!
Did you say what weight your choice for the weighted mustad's was? I missed it if so. What weight are you using there and is it a 4/0 size hook?
It is a 3/0 hooks but 4/0 will work as well with larger baits weighing 1/8 of an ounce!
If I don't have any of those $2 jigheads, can I rig this kinda like a carolina rig and be successful ? Looking for a cheaper way to fish it.Also , how about under a popping cork ?
Thanks for the question! Please visit the full blog on our website and post your question there. That way, Matt can respond back directly with this recommendation. You can find it here: www.saltstrong.com/articles/where-when-how-to-use-crab-lures/
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Actually glade I'm not the only one it bothers......every other word.... ICM
How much is this bait ?
Right here in our shop: fishstrong.com/products/z-man-kicker-crabz?variant=43162931757230
Damit I in Englewood . Lures mean nothing in Red tide killing tens of fish on my beach . Strong shouts it’s eyes to Red Tide
We hope it clears out soon!