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Egg Sinker

An oval sliding weight the line passes through — the heart of the Carolina/fish-finder rig. Fish pick up bait and feel little resistance.

When to use it

Carolina rig
Fish-finder rig
Sliding sinker bait presentations

Strengths

Fish don't feel the weight on pickup
Simple and versatile

Weaknesses

Rolls in strong current
Can slide to the hook without a bead/swivel stop

Key facts

Recommended sizes: 1/4–1 oz inshore; heavier in current/depth

Common mistakes

No bead/swivel to protect the knot
Too heavy and killing the natural drift