As an often-overlooked rig for the popular lead clip and helicopter setups, the running rig is still an incredibly effective rig that many carp anglers benefit from. In this How-To Guide, we will show you how to set up an easy running rig for carp.
Why Use a Running Rig for Carp Fishing?
The main benefit of the carp running rig is that bite indication is vastly improved. With a direct connection between the mainline, rig and hook, any movement of the rig and hookbait results in indication back at the buzzer and bobbin. On many pressured waters, the carp will shake their heads violently once hooked, which often sees the hook thrown from the fish’s mouth. Where carp associate this head shaking with getting away with it, a running rig is a great option, as it completely confuses the hooked fish.
What Do I Need to Make a Running Rig?
Distance Swivel Lead
Braid Cutting Scissors
Latch Needle
Fox Edges Angled Drop Off Run Ring
Fox Edges Curve Short Ready Rigs Weedy Green
Nash Blow Back Rig
Fox Fluorocarbon Fused Leader 30lb 115cm
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How To Set Up A Running Rig For Carp Angling
1). First take your leader, Run Ring Kit & latch needle
2). Thread the Run Ring Kit down the leader
3). Select your scissors
4). Tie your mainline to the leader
5). Trim off the tag end
6). Select your carp rig
7). Attach it to the quick change clip
8). Select your lead and attach it to the Run Ring Kit
