fishenfool46
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rigging for perch
hey folks taking the misses out erie this tues
was wondering how you folks rig up for perch
we will be using epinning gear spolled with six pound test
any help would be greatly appreciated.
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/01 02:28:41
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- Perch Rigs are similar to Crappie rigs in that they contain two to three hooks, spread Vertically from the line. The idea is that you will have one hook toward the bottom, and the next hook about 6 to 8 inches above that, and possible another hook 6 to 8 inches above that, so that you are fishing at slightly different depths for the perch. Sometimes, 6 or 8 inches makes a world of difference when perch fishing.
- Spreaders consist of a metal wire that is spread in the shape of an upside down 'U'. On the bottom of each 'U' there are short leads, with spinners (optional) and hooks. There is a sinker placed in the middle of the 'U' to help get the spreader to the bottom, and keep it there. This device is mostly used for fishing the bottom, or a controlled distance from the bottom. For the record, there are also different kinds of spreaders that have three leads coming from a 'T' shaped base.
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Sinker Rigging is similar to systems used for bass fishing. Basically, you tie a hook to the end of your line. You place a 1 to 4 ounce sinker between 10-18 inches from the hook, on the line. The rig is then dropped to the bottom, and vertically jigged from the bottom, or fished on the bottom.
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/01 09:48:01
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I prefer using a line that doesn't stretch, such as Berkley Fireline.
Are you going out on one of the head boats?
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pghmarty
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/01 13:01:31
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I use 10lb powerpro line with a crappie rig or a double drop rig with #6 circle hooks and a 3/8 to 1/2 oz sinker. Drop to the bottom and then bring up 1 or 2 turns. The boat rocking gives it a jigging action. Often you will catch a perch while the bait is on the way down. Non stretch line allows you to feel every nibble. If there are 2 kind of minnows buy some of each, live are best but if they run out the dead ones also work pretty good. 
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/01 13:05:25
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Yeah, what they said! Last year was the first time I tried it, actually the first time I ever tried to fish water over 25'. All I can add is that I used one of my grafite jiggin rods with 6lb(I think) fireline,1/4oz twister lead head with about a 6" floro leader to an ice spoon tipped with a piece of crawler, and actually could feel a lot of the hits, 60' of water! Most took the ice jig. Just tossed as far as I could ,free lined to bottom and SLOW jigged it back. For sure will do it again! 
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/08 20:37:28
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/08 20:40:08
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ORIGINAL: jon_e_si
TRY A SABIKKI RIG!
Not in PA
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/09 10:41:12
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thanks guys for all the info we will be using 6lb test 3/4 oz drop shot and red no.6 hooks tied to line 3 ft for first hook from weight and seconded is tied on about 12 -18 . and thanks again for all the info
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/09 13:43:12
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ORIGINAL: pghmarty
ORIGINAL: jon_e_si
TRY A SABIKKI RIG!
Not in PA
You could always cut the extra hooks off or do as i did and cut it in half and add a new loop to the cut ends and your in business.
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pghmarty
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/09 16:01:12
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3/4 oz drop shot 1/2 is probably enough " cut it in half and add a new loop to the cut ends and your in business. " I have done that
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/13 08:17:58
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What rod do you prefer for perch fishing, i'm looking for something with a sensitive tip and back bone to handle ounce and half sinkers, please don't reccomend okuma products.....
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/15 08:14:22
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Ugly Stik, 6'6", Light action.
The Shakespeare web site does not list them but while browsing in WalMart I checked the Ugly Stiks out and, to my suprise. they had them. The light action gives you the sensitivity you need to deal with the sometimes light bite.
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/15 09:03:08
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i use a 2 or smaller hook if i can use floro leader tie 2 hooks one in line of the other apporx 6 to 8 inches apart use a heavy sinker 3/4 in rough water 1oz min 40ft of water drop down till slack line give it 1 to 2 cranks off bottom use at least 8lb test on rod large fish do run the perch and you can hook up a guy bagged a 10 lb eye last week it ate his perch and did not give it up so he got both a med rod is good ive even used a noodle rod 11ft in a holder off the side of the boat makes a great rigger hope that helps id tell you another trick but that is only for peeps on the boat its a show not tell tight lines
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/16 09:52:37
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I use crappie spreaders with a bell sinker on the bottom with minnows. Or you could use a "spreader" that most bait shops sell in the Erie area. Either way is ok, but you should try to fish at leat two lines per rod, this will double your chances and many times if you get into a big school of them you can get double headers. I've even had tripples with the crappie rig. I like yo use Fireline or another braided as my main line, its way more sensitive than mono, no stretch, lets you feel the slightest nibble. Tie in a swivel and attatch you rig to it.
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RE: rigging for perch
2008/06/17 02:46:31
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Look at this site for some VERY NICE spreaders. www.crookedeye.com The weight is molded right into the spreader. I think it will keep the spreader from all going to one end or the other when you have a single hookup. I bought a couple to try since I was not real pleased with the Poor Richards spreader offerings.
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