Impact bait shields and how to attache them

Posted: Fri Dec 21, 2007 6:32 pm

Hi folks, yes I can't help myself.
I am going to build some Pennel rigs with impact shields on them but when I bought a packet of four there is an additional piece of rubber in the packet. I did try to put it over the bottom of the shield but it seems the internal diameter is too small. Is this where it is supposed to go? If not, where does it go?
I have made just about every rig but this is my first attempt at using an impact shield. Can anyone shed any light on this situation? Am I just being stupid and something is blatantly staring me in the face?
Please forgive my ignorance but I thought I had better ask before going ahead and making a mess of things.
I have looked at many diagrams of rigs but nothing explains how to add the bait shield.
Thanks
Reels

Posted: Fri Dec 21, 2007 8:12 pm

Give me an hour and you will have a step by step guide winking

Posted: Fri Dec 21, 2007 8:39 pm

Fitting an Impact Shield

Note:

For illustration purposes I have used Sufix Red Ice, so it shows up on the photos, but in the real world, I use exactly the same technique with 80 lb Shock Leader and no problems.

Step 1 – The components

1 x Impact Shield
1 Length of Tubing
Shock Leader
Crimp (optional)
Bead (optional)

Step 2 - (Optional) , feed on crimp and bead

Step 3 – Feed on Impact Shield

Make sure the impact sheild is facing away from the lead.

Step 4 – Measure our the tubing and cut

Step 5 – Feed Rubber Tubing onto line

Step 6 – Push tubing onto Impact Sheild

Note: If you find it very hard getting the rubber to slide onto the plastic, roll it about between findger and thumb to warm it up

Step 7 – (Only if crimp and bead used)

Push the whole assembly up the line to required position, and crimp so the bead is just level with the top of the impact shield

Job Done

Posted: Fri Dec 21, 2007 11:13 pm

Hi VifferRider
Thanks very much for taking the time to do this, it is really appreciated. I was on the right track but just could not get black tubing on the bottom, but I will do as you have mentioned.
This is why this is a great forum, because people take the time to do things like this especially for beginners like me.

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Many thanks
Reels

Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2007 4:28 am

If I didn't ask silly questions I'd have nothing to ask big grin

Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2007 9:50 am

Very nice useful guide indeed big grin

will make it a sticky
cheers
mrix

Guest

Hey Viff, hows about a few more big grin

Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2007 11:15 am

Quote:

Hey Viff, hows about a few more

was thinking the same thing big grin

Cheers
|2es-mrix

Joined: Nov 30, 2008 Posts: 4

I tried using one of these shields once and the hook/snood stayd clipped down when I reeled in, so i was put off from using them. Has this ever happened to anyone else?

Posted: Wed Dec 03, 2008 8:26 am

Hey Pompey, the hook will sometimes stay put but not that often if you get it right - try experimenting with the rig in a bit of deep water close in (or a pond) so you can see what is happening. Personally I often use the sinkers with their own bait clips built in for the bottom hook then "relay clips" further up for the second or third hooks. This seems to work quite well. Also, when casting, go for plenty of height - if the whole rig enters the water from an almost vertical position, the hooks are more likely to come free from the bait clips.
Very nice piece of work by Viffer, WD mate.

Posted: Wed Dec 03, 2008 8:46 am

[quote="PompeyFisher"]I tried using one of these shields once and the hook/snood stayd clipped down when I reeled in, so i was put off from using them. Has this ever happened to anyone else?[/quote]

If this happens its because the shield is gripping the line too tight and not sliding , use half the length of silicone tube below and always use a large bead above.......................sniggle