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Drift fishing rigs
Drift fishing rigs in rivers and
streams present a bait which
will drift with the current. Light
lure tackle is best along with
waders, lure casting vest, hat
and polarised sunglasses since
the best results are likely to
come if you fish from within
the water. Start from a position
downstream and to the side,
then cast upstream across the
current and allow the bait to
drift down and across likely
spots including boulders, logs
and other cover.
It is important to select the
right weight of line. Too light
and the current will float the
bait. Too heavy may see a hang
up on the bottom.
Baits such as worms or
Mudeyes, tiny jigs or wet flies
are all suitable for drift fishing.
Lure Casting with Flies
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Knots and rigs
Rigging with split shot
Split shot can be either clamped above the
hook or onto the end of a line. The advantage
of the latter is that if the shot become snagged
it will pull straight off with minimal loss
of tackle.
Bubble float
Bubble float rigged with stopper
and Mudeye bait.
NSW Recreational Freshwater Fishing Guide