Dropshotting, also known as dropshot fishing, is a predatory fishing technique that has been extremely popular for years. In this technique you only attach a hook to your shad without using a jighead. Attach the shad with the hook above the dropshot weight on the leader. When dropshotting, the lead bounces over the bottom and the shad makes attractive movements underwater. The difference with a standard jighead is that when dropshotting, the shad stays on the bottom a bit, whereas a shad by itself goes all the way to the bottom. Dropshotting is a great technique for fishing perch and zander, although you can also catch pike with it.

Dropshot fishing

Dropshot fishing is a very effective technique that can be used at many times and in many ways. You can use it all year round from a boat or from the shore. However, there are differences between dropshot fishing in the summer and in the winter, so it is advisable to adjust your rig accordingly. In the summer the predatory fish are very active, a very agile paddle tail shad is a good choice. Because the predatory fish are very active in the summer, you can give the shad a little extra action by jerking the rod with your wrist. In the summer, the predatory fish are often found in shallower areas, while in the winter they are often found in deep water. In the winter, the predatory fish are also more passive and can be approached more easily with a calmer lure such as a V-tail shad or a pintail shad.

Dropshot rod

If you decide to dropshot, it is advisable to use a suitable dropshot rod. The most important thing about a dropshot rod is that it is sensitive enough, because you want to feel the most careful bites. When fishing from the shore, a longer rod is a good choice; when fishing from a boat, a shorter rod is better.