About This Technique:

The Punching Rig is a method to rig soft plastic baits so they're extremely weedless and snag-proof, allowing you to effectively punch through heavy cover and structure with confidence. To set up a Punching Rig, start by choosing your favorite soft plastic crayfish or creature bait. Next, choose the appropriately sized straight shank flipping hook. Next, choose the appropriately sized bullet weight. The heavier the cover and structure you're fishing, the heavier the weight you'll need to punch through it. You'll want to secure the weight with a bobber stopper to keep it in place so your rig penetrates through heavy cover with ease. Menace Baits offers a variety of top quality soft plastics and the necessary tackle to make a Punching Rig. Shop our Punching Rig kits, fishing lures, and tackle below!