Fishing Sinkers Articles & Videos

• How to Tie Fishing Sinkers

  Fishing sinkers are an integral part of many fishing rigs in both freshwater and saltwater. They come in a variety of shapes, including pyramid, round or cannonball, and elongated, such as the bank weight. Many sinkers feature a brass wire… read more

• How do I Look for Fishing Egg Sinkers?

  An egg sinker is an important part of any bait presentation. While you may be tempted to rig your line with the nearest egg sinker that you find, doing so could interfere with your ability to drop your line to the depth at which you want to… read more

• How to Pour Your Own Fishing Sinkers

  Fishermen who prefer crafting their own lures might also try making their own lead sinkers. Used to keep the line and lures down in the water, sinkers are not difficult to make, but the process does require some precautions. By making your… read more

• How to Fish With Round Lead Sinker Molds

  Anglers often refer to round lead sinker molds as cannonball sinkers because of the smooth, round weights resemble cannonballs. Designed to get a bait down into deep waters quickly, round lead sinkers are typically large in size. Commonly a… read more

• How to Get Big Fish

  A big fish is a prize by anyone's standard. From an 8-pound Canadian walleye to a 10-pound bass, you can rig your fishing line to attract large predatory fish. By understanding where large fish commonly feed and which baits are most success… read more

• How to Attach Sinkers for Fishing

  Whether you are bottom fishing or just want to cast your fishing line to a depth where you know fish are hiding and waiting to strike, you can attach a weight, or sinker as it is also called. By adding a sinker to your fishing line, you can… read more

• How to Fish With Round Lead Sinkers

  Round lead sinkers, often referred to as split-shot sinkers, are among the most common fishing weights because of their simplistic nature. It is easy to attach split-shot sinkers to your line and requires very little time or preparation. Si… read more

• Components of Fishing Sinkers

  Fishing sinkers are simple, both in their use and their components. Although they may be a simple concept, they can produce amazing results when it comes to casting out your line or keeping your hook at the proper depth. Most sinkers have o… read more

• How to Make Round Lead Fishing Sinkers

  Sinkers are a staple item for any angler, no matter where they fish or what they fish for. Sinkers are molded lead weights that take the anglers lure or bait down to where the fish are hiding. Making your own sinkers takes some practice, bu… read more

• Why Is Lead Used in Fishing Sinkers?

  The most popular material for fishing sinkers is lead. The danger of lead to humans and animals is well-known and creates a question that bears answering: Why is lead used in fishing sinkers? read more

• How to Make Homemade Fishing Sinkers

  Compared to making fishing jigs, spoons and other lures, lead sinkers are relatively easy to make and require no specialized skills. Some expert fishermen think making sinkers is more economical in the long run, and it definitely allows you… read more

• Properties of Lead Fishing Sinkers

  The phrase "hook, line and sinker" is more than a cliché to a fisherman because a successful sport fishing expedition requires the right tackle, including sinkers. read more

• How to Make Fishing Sinkers

  Making your own fishing sinkers is a good way to get them in the exact size, shape and weight that you prefer, and do it economically at the same time. You won't have to settle for whatever limited supply and variety is available at your lo… read more

• How to Melt Lead or Copper to Make Your Own Sinkers for Fishing

  No matter what kind of fishing you do, you're bound to need sinkers at some point. Because the cost of losing these sinkers to underwater snags and dexterous fish can add up over time, some anglers choose to make their own sinkers to reduce… read more

• How to Make Sinker Molds

  Most fishermen use live bait or jigs requiring the use of a sinker on the line. An easy way to make your own sinkers at home is by using a potato to hold the melted lead. You can cut the sinker mold space any way you prefer; the most common… read more

• Types of Fishing Sinkers

  Sinkers are one of the most overlooked pieces of equipment in a tackle bag. They are often the difference between fishing and catching fish. A sinker's job is not simply to get your bait down to the fish, but to keep it there. The type of b… read more