When the spots are not too crowded, using a two-hook rig to hook your green crab is an excellent response to the wary and skilful king bream. Even with this set-up and by tying your crab, unsuccessful hookings will be plentiful, as dorados are so adept at outwitting our traps. One fish hooked for every 3 bites is already a very good ratio.
To make the wishbone rig, you'll need two 1/0 or 2/0 paddle hooks and 40 or 45/100 fluorocarbon.
Step 1
After tying your two single hooks. Position them parallel to each other. One will be fitted with a leader of about 1 metre and the other with a leader of about 20 centimetres.
Step 2
Position your hooks next to each other to ensure that once you've finished setting up the two stacks are the same length.
Step 3
Tie a simple knot 7-8 cm above the hooks with the two stacks.
Step 4
Take a second turn.
Step 5
Finally, make a third turn.
Step 6
Moisten your knot, then gradually tighten it so that it is about 5 cm above the hooks.
Step 7
Cut the excess wire and your assembly is ready.
How to land a crab
Now all you have to do is set up your crab.
- Start by removing the two back legs.
- Then pass each hook through the hole in the hind leg and out through the carapace.
- Finally, you can tie it for a better hold.
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