AD Quickbite - How To Tie Phil Spink’s Big Crucian Carp Rig

Phil Spink’s BIG crucian carp rig! If you have seen Phil’s specimen series of him catching BIG crucian, you can see in this video exactly what fishing rig Phil catches them on. This is a simple yet effective method feeder setup. If you have not seen Phil's specimen crucian carp episode yet, get on over to the Specimen Series, and give it a watch! It's one not to be missed.

Items required

Step 1
Thread your method feeder onto the mainline.

Step 2
Tie a figure of eight loop in your mainline, and attach it to the connector as shown.

Step 3
Trim off 6-7inches of gravel braid, tie a small hair rig using the knotless knot.

Step 4
Tie a small figure of eight loop in your hook length, the finished hook length should be 3-4 inches.

Step 5
Attach your hook length to the connector as shown, ensure the collar is in the middle to secure both loops.

Step 6
Pull the connector into the feeder.

Step 7
Add a small blob of tungsten putty 18 inches up the mainline to help pin down your line.

Step 8
Finally, add your chosen wafter hook bait to the hair rig, load the feeder with ground bait using the mold and you're ready to fish.