How do you rig waterfowl decoys?
To rig single decoys, simply fasten the line to the weights, and then fasten the line to the decoys, and throw them out. Most decoys have holes in both ends of the keel. I like to tie two out of each dozen in the back hole so all the decoys don’t face in the same direction, adding more variety to the spread.
How far apart should decoys be on a long line?
The space between the decoys needs to be more then twice the drop. So if you have 2ft drops you need to go more then 4ft between each decoy or else they can get tangled. Most people have 2-3ft drops so that is why many people will recommend 6ft between each decoy.
How big of a rig do you need for a duck decoy?
It is simply a tangle-free cord attached to the decoy via a clip. On the cord is a sliding sinker. Most Texas rigs are 36 inches long. You can also find them set at 18 inches for shallow puddles and deeper at 48 inches. Usually the 48-inch rigs have a 6-ounce sinker. The shallower rigs tend to have a 4-ounce sinker.
How does a decoy work for duck hunting?
Rigging a decoy to dive and dance on the surface will catch the eyes of passing ducks, and the water it disturbs as it bobs back up will get your whole spread moving. Making your own diving decoy is simple. It’s similar to a jerk string, but easier.
What makes rigging a decoy in Texas so easy?
What makes Texas rigs so easy is you just clip them on the decoy and you’re ready to go. The weight slides down the cord when you put it in the water, making the decoy always sit correctly. Carrying the decoys and transport is easy and the cords seldom, if ever, get fouled up.
What kind of line does Soderquist rig decoys with?
Soderquist rigs each decoy with about four feet of 500-pound-test offshore fishing line. He uses two-ounce teardrop weights (also called bank sinkers) and 2.3 mm crimps (also sold in the fishing tackle section) to secure the line.