TideDeck reference library

Shore fishing rigs & tactics

Match the rig to the seabed, casting requirement, tide and target species. Compare practical rig choices without losing the detail inside each guide.

Shore angler fishing from the coast
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Clean-ground rigs

Running ledgerRig guide
Rig & tactic

Running ledger

Allows a fish to move line with relatively little resistance; useful for close and medium-range bottom fishing. Where…

clean to mixed ground
basssmoothhoundsoleturbot
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Two-hook flapperRig guide
Rig & tactic

Two-hook flapper

A straightforward two-hook rig for presenting two baits at different heights or distances. Where to use it Clean…

clean to mixed ground
plaicesolewhitingdabflounder
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Rough-ground rigs

Short ledgerRig guide
Rig & tactic

Short ledger

Keeps bait close to structure with limited hooklength movement; strong abrasion-resistant tackle is useful. Where to use it…

rough ground and structure
wrasseconger
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Distance & clipped rigs

Up-and-over rigRig guide
Rig & tactic

Up-and-over rig

Designed to carry a long hooklength and substantial bait in a streamlined form. Where to use it Distance…

distance fishing over clean ground
rayssmoothhound
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Lure, feather & float methods

Shore lure fishingRig guide
Rig & tactic

Shore lure fishing

Mobile method using plugs, metals or soft plastics; match lure weight to wind, depth and current. Where to…

rockharboursurfestuary
basspollackmackerelcoalfish
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Float rigRig guide
Rig & tactic

Float rig

Suspends bait above snags or at a chosen depth; depth and tide run need regular adjustment. Where to…

rockharbourpier
mackerelgarfishpollackwrasse
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