3 Hook Flapper

A straightforward setup with three snoods branching from the main trace, this rig shines both up close and at long range. Triple hooks let you work three depths at once: keeping one bait mid-water, one just off the seabed while the other hugs the bottom, or drop all to the floor by fishing a slack line. Running three baits also means you can mix offerings when you’re chasing a range of species. Choose the classic flapper for general work, or opt for the distance-friendly clipped version, which incorporates a spring below the upper snood to prevent trace stretch and keep everything locked tight for streamlined casts.

Compatible with a wide range of baits – including worm, squid, and fish – this rig gives you the flexibility to experiment. A useful tip: try using different baits on each hook to see if the fish show a preference on the day.

• Main Rig Body: 70lb Asso Classic Leader
• Hook Length: 30lb Asso Oblivion
• Hooks: Sakuma – Aberdeen’s
• Swivels: Mustad
• Lead Clip: TronixPro – Rig Clip