How to tie a drop-shot rig

Drop-shotting is a really effective way to catch a variety of fish species. It’s best known as a bass technique, but you can also use a drop-shot rig for walleye, crappies, perch, trout and whitefish. And the technique is incredibly simple, too, as long as you know how to tie the rig. Here’s a collection of videos that will make you an expert in tying and using one, in no time at all.

Classic drop-shot rig for bass (and more)

Kevin VanDam’s take on the drop-shot rig

One of the best bass anglers in the world demonstrates his method

Bass pro Mike Iconelli’s drop-shotting advice

Iconelli gives some valuable tips (from a food court at ICAST)