Simple Kenai River Sockeye Salmon Rig
Rigging for sockeye salmon isn’t complicated, or at least it shouldn’t be. It’s best practice to use the K.I.S.S. method (keep it simple stupid) because keeping it simple will surely save you a lot of time, money, and potential anguish. With that being said, there are several slight adjustments that will make a not-so-slight difference in your success level.
Below is a super-simple setup that I’ve found to be both easy and very effective:
Materials:
7 feet of 30-40 lb. Test Maxima Ultragreen Leader
Abrasion resistant, ties good knots, and 30-40 lb. test is enough to put heavy pressure on a wild sockeye in the current.
2/0 Gamakatsu Octopus Hook
Hook choice is personal and may change with current speed, but this hook always works… Be sure to keep it sharp!
3-Way Swivel
Keeps everything in-line which decreases tangles & headaches.
Small Duo-snap
Use a small one so that if you get snagged the snap will fail and it’s the only thing that needs replaced.
Tear-Drop Sinker
Easy to change out and doesn’t snag up too bad. On the Kenai River you’ll need anywhere form 3/8 oz. to 1 oz. depending on depth, current speed, etc.
Bead?
In most areas of the Kenai and Kasilof River you do not need to add an “attractant,” but if you’re fishing in an area that requires more than a bare hook, simply slide a small bead above the hook.
There’s obviously more than one way to skin a cat, but this is an easy-peasy, consistent, & proven method that will keep you spending more time fishing (and catching), and less time re-tying, untangling, & stressing out!
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