Dropper loop rig is ideal for still fishing. This rig allows you to dangle the bait down into the water column using a bobber or position the bait in the water column near the bottom using a weight. This versatile rig works well when you are fishing from a boat or from shore with either live or dead bait.

To create dropper loop rig, choose any material for the leader, then, make three dropper loops. Add the first dropper loop toward the bottom of the leader near the sinker. Next, make another loop about 1/3 of the way up from the bottom. The last loop should be made about 2/3 up from the bottom. For the final touch, grab a swivel and use it to attach the rig to your main line.

Attach the hooks and sinker to the leader line and loops by making a slipknot around each eye. When finished, the length of each loop should be 6-8 inches and your total rig should be around 24 inches.