How To Choose The Right Sinker

Choosing the right sinker can make a big difference to your success when fishing from the shore.

Beach fishing

Grapnel sinkers with the popout wire prongs are great for beach fishing when the is strong currents or a lot of wave action. The spikes dig into the sand and act as an anchor.

Rock Fishing

Spoon sinkers are great for fishing in rock terrain. When you start retrieving them they plane up towards the surface staying clear of all the foul ground. A ball or pyramid sinker doesn't do these and you get snagged a lot. Just the simple change to a spoon sinker can make rock fishing much more enjoyable.