Ranggong rigs are used in bottom fishing from boat, especially during night time or when current is very strong. The uniqueness of this rig is its ultra long hook line and a spreader is a must to prevent this long hook line from entangling with the main line when it is lowered to the bottom. This rig is often coupled with a heavy set of tackles for targeting big fishes.
It is an excellent rig for wreck fishing because you can lower the rig from a distance away from the wreck and let the bait drift near to the wreck. This decreases the odds of your rig getting caught in the wreck when a fish makes a dash.
Rig specifications (use default values only if you are unsure)
Section
Sugguested Length
Default length
Remarks
A
6ft - 12ft
9ft
can be longer when required
B
3ft - 5ft
3ft
can be entirely replaced with shock leader
Joint
Suggested Type
Default Type
Remarks
i
Line to line knot, Swivel
Barrel swivel / trilene knot
ii, iii
Trilene knot
Trilene knot
iv
Snelling
Common snell
Tying Procedure
to be added...
Usage
This rig is has very long hook line, it is important to put some pressure on the line when lowering the rig to the bottom. Despite having a spreader, the hook line can still get entangled with the main line if the rig is to fall freely down. The rig can be held all the way at the bottom but typically, the rig should be raised 3ft - 6ft off the seabed.
