How You Choose A SINKER for Beach Fishing: Five ( 5 ) Key Points!

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  • @RogerOsborneFishing
    @RogerOsborneFishing  2 роки тому +6

    For all products recommended by Roger, please visit: www.rogersfishing.com/gear-resources
    NOTE: Anytime you click through to Amazon using these links, even if you end up purchasing something unrelated, I get a small commission. So thank you if you do use them - it's much appreciated and really helps me to keep producing this free content for you!

  • @armandorjusino
    @armandorjusino 3 роки тому +31

    If you want to improve your overall fishing skills finding time to watch this channel is a must, decades of knowledge from an exceptional angler, I couldn't be more thankfull Roger, much obliged.

    • @thedon9670
      @thedon9670 3 роки тому +1

      I second this. His info is always very informative and well laid out.

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  3 роки тому

      Thanks for that! A.J

  • @yiehom8166
    @yiehom8166 9 місяців тому +3

    Brilliant as always, Sir! Keep it up.

  • @cj7635
    @cj7635 Рік тому +3

    Amazing, here I was thinking the heavier bait I had on , the lighter sinker I would need! Thanks mate, will do the opposite of what I have been doing now !

  • @ZYZhang-sl4bn
    @ZYZhang-sl4bn 3 роки тому +5

    Hey I'm a beginner angler and really much enjoying your videos. I've learned a lot from them. You are not just telling ppl what gears they're gonna use but also you explain the theories/logics behind them. Really appreciate the way you do it. Thank you.

  • @amanjamwal7528
    @amanjamwal7528 Місяць тому

    This is brilliant advice. I was using a 30g sinker that just moved all across. Winds were 6mph that morning. Not too windy but not still either. It was high tide. Caught nothing. Cast length was decent but due to winds and my moving sinker, the cast was pushed back towards the coast due to a northward wind very quickly, it was annoying. Thanks Roger for the tips.

  • @robdavis4527
    @robdavis4527 8 місяців тому +3

    Thanks Roger next time I will be following your tips

  • @saltydog888
    @saltydog888 3 роки тому +2

    Fantastic Rog straight to the point without the fake ‘laughing’ commentary that certain ex footy players inflict us with

  • @PadresFaithful
    @PadresFaithful Рік тому +3

    These videos are invaluable!!!

  • @aintnoquiter
    @aintnoquiter 8 днів тому

    Thank you Roger. Just seen your channel. What a way to start 2025 in a good clear and informative way. Everything just made sence in the way you presented it. Wishing you all the best for this new year👍🏾

  • @BenLawrence-nd2ms
    @BenLawrence-nd2ms 8 місяців тому +1

    Another helpful video thanks roger! I was watching your videos a while before I came to Australia still watching and still learning but mate I just can’t stop fishing here I love it. Off to putty beach early this morning with my 10ft rod, about to sit down and get some rigs made up. Bait will be mullet fillets with some large squid to use whole on mulloway rig or in strips. Been catching lots of different species of fish thanks to your broad variety of videos with all things thought of, appreciate your time and effort really goes along way. A lot of over fishing going on in popular spots like Avoca beach rocks on a Saturday morning becoming concerning with how many lost rigs are down there and what it actually looks like down there. Video of the life under the waves be cool 👍🇦🇺

  • @philipgaffs5962
    @philipgaffs5962 Рік тому +1

    6:00 Aerodynamic,,,good point,,,I use a torpedo shape sinker rather than star sinker in surf to get bait closer to where I want it...Goes againest popular thinkin,, but,,I believe in results

  • @joelshibu1453
    @joelshibu1453 3 роки тому +6

    I need you to please upload more often!!!!!

  • @craigtompsitt4066
    @craigtompsitt4066 2 роки тому +2

    Great video Roger. One sinker you overlooked is the spoon sinker. Very common here in Western Australia. They are aerodynamic for casting and also don't roll across the sand like a star sinker. Usually not as heavy too. I have mainly used spoon sinkers for beach fishing and found they work up to a point. Once the conditions get rough, they tend to get pushed around and you need the star sinker. Also, you can't really set up a spoon sinker as a running sinking. I learnt something with your idea on using a star sinker in a running setup. Very cool idea. I am going to try this one out. Thanks for the great tips. Keep the videos coming!

    • @bushmanphotos
      @bushmanphotos Рік тому

      a spoon sinker is for rough ground... they're made that shape so that they plane to the surface as soon as you start winding in. They are excellent for this purpose but almost useless in any sort of current and I personally can't see any reason that you would want to use one off a beach.

  • @Cam111100
    @Cam111100 Рік тому +1

    Just found your channel and have liked at least 50 videos. First comment. You left out spoon sinker. Great for getting out of rock crevices like the barrel/torpedo but can plane above weed

  • @jakepypline4770
    @jakepypline4770 2 роки тому

    Absolute legend mate! I'm 36 yrs old and only just falling in love with fishing now! I have used a kmart rod once or twice before at fraser island with absolutely no idea. I threw it in the bin and now have 3x proper rod and reel combos i have set up and can't wait to use them! You have very informative clear and concise advice. Subscribed and liked. Cheers mate and keep the vids coming! Looking forward to a beach fishing with lures video 👍

  • @aviation-edits16
    @aviation-edits16 Рік тому +23

    Who else is watching this amazing vid in 2024 🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @michaeleverton4882
    @michaeleverton4882 6 місяців тому +1

    🎣 I have seen a video of orange painted "ground" sinkers, hopefully to attract fish to the bait,! ...
    I imagine other colours would work too, and some painted with two separate colours on a sinker/s. 🎣

  • @zubinirani6620
    @zubinirani6620 3 роки тому +1

    Welcome back Roger. Another awesome video. Thanks

  • @Sweetaccord
    @Sweetaccord 3 роки тому +7

    Thank you for the tutorial. 😊

  • @tangell481
    @tangell481 Рік тому +1

    hi robbie that trout cod must have thought it hit the Jack pot all those worms cool crays and video 😅

  • @paullee2561
    @paullee2561 Рік тому

    Hi Roger. I have watched this video and many others of yours several times. I decided to make a comment on this one. I am, as we say in Queensland " Blessed" because we have Moreton and Frazer Islands. Beach fishing heaven! I have been using the Grapnel style sinkers for about 4 years now and let me say, they are "Insanely Good" at holding ground in rough surf conditions. When I decide to reel in to check my bait, I have to struggle to break them free of the sand bottom. I use 20 and 25 lb line on my reels and sometimes I am concerned that I will break the line trying to dislodge the sinker from the sand. Many times I find the stainless wires have been rotated out of the locating slots on the side of the sinker, proof they were anchored firmly. I am about to try the pulley rig system when I head over to Moreton next month for 2 weeks, I'll let you know how it goes, maybe you use this system also? Any vids on pulley rig systems?
    I thoroughly enjoy your videos mate! Keep them coming.

  • @alisongilbert8902
    @alisongilbert8902 11 місяців тому

    Brilliant info, and you present in a way that's easy to understand what & why!!!

  • @elishahalls4674
    @elishahalls4674 3 роки тому +3

    Please make some more of this series 👌👌

  • @petert24turner71
    @petert24turner71 3 роки тому

    Hello, I've only just subscribed but the info you share is magic to me, yes I have fished on & off for many a year, now I have moved to a sea change place (now retired) with a river, large bay/ port & very long beach, have a 4wd for beach access, yes I will be fishing much more, beach & the river / port from my tinny. Thanks for your help as it has inspired me again.

  • @johnarrones5396
    @johnarrones5396 3 роки тому

    I was blind but now I see. This information is gold, thanks Roger.

  • @franksaunders6534
    @franksaunders6534 3 роки тому

    The usual top standard - feedback from one fisho to another. Keep up the great vlogs!

  • @paulmerriman5222
    @paulmerriman5222 2 роки тому

    I'm with you my always go too sinker is star sinker I use it everything from whiting up to jewy baits love all your videos very very informative thankyou ron

  • @ellierainin3312
    @ellierainin3312 3 роки тому +1

    Love every one of your videos, especially this new series. As someone pretty new to fishing and beach fishing especially, your content has helped me learn so much! Can't wait for the next vid

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  3 роки тому

      Thanks Ellie, much appreciated. Many more videos in the pipeline :)

  • @samiharoon4243
    @samiharoon4243 2 роки тому +1

    Good wishes for your health Roger 👍

  • @anthonys825
    @anthonys825 3 роки тому +2

    Great to see your latest video Roger, thank you. Love to see some further fish specific rod, reel, rig, bait, surf location tutorials. Absolutely love your content 👍

  • @samuelpowell811
    @samuelpowell811 3 роки тому +1

    Another great video Roger!
    Thanks heaps and please keep them coming.
    I have learnt a lot from you over the past few months and finally had the chance to put it into practice over Christmas which saw me catch a lot of Salmon and flathead off the south coast (Ulladulla/Bawley point area).
    Up until now I’ve never really had much luck fishing!
    Thanks again Roger, really appreciate all your hard work filming and putting these videos together.

  • @keithprinn720
    @keithprinn720 Рік тому

    covering ground reaching more fish definitely more important for many and often fish are feeding very close but reaching spots can be essential. I still like my overhards after fifty years. even with half ounce or an ounce for whiting with a forty plus year old ABU or Daiwa millionaire great for casting metal lures too. not for fishing pillies. The use of overheads almost rare these days. I often use light gear and a threadline too great fun.

  • @flyonthewall9697
    @flyonthewall9697 10 місяців тому +1

    Great coverage, thanks.

  • @johnpenfold8267
    @johnpenfold8267 2 роки тому

    hi i been fishing in jarvis bay for over a year with grandson from beach never caught a fish yet tryed all your rigs still no luck will keep trying one day mite get one

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  2 роки тому

      Hi John. Fish the beaches outside of the bay. Jervis Bay is more like a harbor. Try fishing the beaches around Sussex Inlet.

  • @uhhbam
    @uhhbam 3 роки тому +1

    2021 is definitely the year of more fishing mate !

  • @samiharoon4243
    @samiharoon4243 2 роки тому

    This is very helpful video.Being new angler i was a bit confused about sinkers.
    I will surely try soon.
    Thank you soo much sir 🙏

  • @ashuraprim6352
    @ashuraprim6352 3 роки тому +2

    Sir!
    Thank you very much for those wonderful information about fishing in the beach.
    How about fishing in the rocks it’s same like beach fishing?

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  3 роки тому +5

      Thanks mate. I've probably done even more rock fishing than beach fishing, and it's going to be part of another series of videos at some point in the near future

    • @ashuraprim6352
      @ashuraprim6352 3 роки тому +1

      Thanks mate I will check all your videos.
      I am learning a lot from you and I hope in the future more video from your mate 👍🏻

    • @elishahalls4674
      @elishahalls4674 3 роки тому +1

      Definetly need some rock fishing vids 💯

  • @bertmoodley3888
    @bertmoodley3888 2 місяці тому

    Thanks Roger love your vids be blessed .

  • @MaluHunterFishing
    @MaluHunterFishing 3 роки тому

    Love my surf fishing. Absolutely on point Roger.
    I love a good star sinker on a double paternoster here on NSW South Coast as well.
    That said, I do love the barrel sinkers from flathead depending on conditions.

  • @BlackBird-fb8im
    @BlackBird-fb8im 2 роки тому

    absolutely helpful. specially for me who’s 33 year old and just started fishing. By the way, i just caught a salmon here in WA with the help of your vids mate. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @Farmer_Jack
    @Farmer_Jack 3 роки тому

    Would love to see a video on best fish to go for in each state of Australia!

  • @colleenvarlow8764
    @colleenvarlow8764 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Roger

  • @osvaldolucasboldignon7215
    @osvaldolucasboldignon7215 3 роки тому +1

    Obrigado pela aula . Grandes expectativas pronto para por em prática .

  • @Shihabdeenrecreationalcyclist
    @Shihabdeenrecreationalcyclist 7 місяців тому

    In my rod mentioned casting weight 20 to 60g what's the size sinker I can use. Is Number 3 sinker ok or kills?

  • @martingray8350
    @martingray8350 3 роки тому

    Thanks great video. Would love a video on ‘when to strike’ different fish 😊😊

  • @MRafat
    @MRafat Рік тому

    In June and July sea is very rough, govt puts a ban on deep sea fishing only option left is beach fishing, please give some tips for beach fishing when the water is really rough.
    From Karachi Pakistan.

  • @AffectionateMountainRang-xv8gv
    @AffectionateMountainRang-xv8gv 6 місяців тому

    If i feel how relaxed i am when i watch this guy kick for post compared to manny libbok. Naas was the same. I just knew he was going to kick it over. I think he looks like he could be a factor with drop goals as well. Some players when they take the ball in their hand for a line kick it just looks different . Francy steyn wss like that and naas and this sascha

  • @JustOneKnight
    @JustOneKnight 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you now i just need to know a correct way to cast being a female with disability i have trouble casting out good distance so i will look through your vids for hints and tips. Thank you again

  • @alipapzan809
    @alipapzan809 3 роки тому

    That is very informative as usual... Thank you, Roger!

  • @nigelsparg1228
    @nigelsparg1228 Рік тому

    Hi Rodger, lover your UA-cam training, whats your thoughts on using a drone to take your line out?

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  Рік тому

      Hi Nigel, I'm not that motivated to do it. I guess I am a bit old school.

  • @jperrin5667
    @jperrin5667 2 роки тому

    Very helpful highly appreciated.I learned a couple of the things thank you.👍👍

  • @K120873
    @K120873 3 роки тому

    Would love for you to talk more about how certain weather conditions affect surf conditions. Example, Onshore vs offshore winds and how it affects wave heights, currents etc, best fish and times to target during these weather conditions etc. Would help in also helping 'read a beach'

  • @n6yun
    @n6yun 3 роки тому +1

    Good day mate from Southern California your type of fishing is a lot different than Southern California have you tried using flat sliding sinkers

  • @Griffindor21
    @Griffindor21 2 роки тому

    Great video, thanks!
    Do you find the star sinker to snag alot and lose your rig?

  • @HaiFishing
    @HaiFishing 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Roger, when you have time could you please do a tutorial video or series on beach fishing using lures?
    Love you content!

  • @richardscudds4753
    @richardscudds4753 3 роки тому

    Hi Rodger , I have just come across your videos and have had countless hours of lost sleep , Thanks , I have noticed that you mainly show and talk about side-cast and thread-line reels . since the age of 10 , I have grown and been taught by my dad in the use of overhead reels . I would love to hear what you think of these reels . and of todays video , I constantly use tear drop sinkers or the old snapper leads. the rest of your video's are definitely worth while watching , Thanks

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Richard, thanks for your comment. I have owned and used overhead reels many times, mainly for deep sea fishing. They are excellent for land based distance casting and are popular with many Snapper fishermen.

  • @jimokeeffe612
    @jimokeeffe612 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge Roger . What area are you based in . Cheers Jim

  • @piscator2813
    @piscator2813 3 роки тому +7

    I need this! My bait always get swept around in the surf.

  • @Slava777Bogu
    @Slava777Bogu 7 днів тому

    Great video!

  • @cristianociuti8206
    @cristianociuti8206 Місяць тому

    What can you do in Australia with a 7g 190cm travel road and a 3000XG Shimano wheel? Only with flat sea, sheltered places and rivers?

  • @joey243win
    @joey243win 3 роки тому +1

    Someone got a sponsor?? Good stuff loved the info thank you

  • @MarshallClarke-j1e
    @MarshallClarke-j1e Рік тому

    With 30lb plus goin for bigger fish do you prefer flouro mainline or braid

  • @abdulsamadi9592
    @abdulsamadi9592 2 роки тому +1

    Very helpful 👌

  • @pk-sy3nd
    @pk-sy3nd 3 роки тому +1

    Nice video very helpful 👍👍👍

  • @davouchi1
    @davouchi1 3 роки тому

    Luv ya work mate, I appreciate your knowledge. thanks for another video. Cheers

  • @ahmadadam5182
    @ahmadadam5182 11 місяців тому

    I’ve used heavy sinkers against strong inland wind the kind that blows particles of seawater into my face … at best the sinker will be suspended in mid air and drop mid way or even back onto the beach … the way I look at it the line was being blown by the wind and as the longer it spooled out, the more resistance it gets and no matter how balanced my gear was, I’d pack up and called it a day … the weather won …

  • @ciscoenzo6827
    @ciscoenzo6827 Рік тому

    hi roger what sinker do you use on your stinger rig

  • @joeljacq7486
    @joeljacq7486 3 роки тому

    Hi Roger, great presentation again. Would you pls do a Rods & Reels for surf fishing. I'm just getting into light surf fishing in my senior phase of life. The only thing l've caught is salt and sunburn 👀. Cheers, mate from an Aussie subbie.

  • @harrysutherland1395
    @harrysutherland1395 3 роки тому

    I have a request for a video. Can you please do another salmon fishing video, me and my dad are going to go salmon fishing soon and we don't know much about it and usually can't catch much. Love your videos ❤️

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  3 роки тому

      Hey Buddy, you don't need another Salmon video. Everything you need to know is in the first one. Cheers

  • @DougLewis-l2t
    @DougLewis-l2t 10 місяців тому

    Thank you very much.

  • @DonGodfrey-u6y
    @DonGodfrey-u6y Рік тому

    Roger I Recently watched a video of you whiting fishing using a 2hook rig which seemed to have the sinker between the hooks. Not a normal pater noster rig
    Was I correct and if so could you show me this rig please

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  Рік тому +1

      Yes, in this case the sinker was between the 2 hooks. There are various ways that you can set up.
      I will consider going into more detail in my next Beach Fishing video

  • @sapphodesigns2377
    @sapphodesigns2377 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome info💯

  • @IrinaDenejkina-ug3jg
    @IrinaDenejkina-ug3jg Рік тому

    Good info

  • @alinkozanoglu837
    @alinkozanoglu837 3 роки тому

    Thank you for great information 😊

  • @tsakalofido
    @tsakalofido 3 роки тому +1

    Great video 👍👍 what is your opinion about fluorocarbon lines? Is it necessary? Because I see you don't use them. Greetings from Greece.

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Pheonix, Yes I use Flurocarbon as a leader and monofilament for the main line. On some of my light lines I use straight Flurocarbon. What do you use?

    • @tsakalofido
      @tsakalofido 3 роки тому

      @@RogerOsborneFishing my friend i use monofilament as a main line (0.25mm), mono shock leader (0.60mm) and fluorocarbon terminal (0.20mm) with a running rig.

  • @yassinking100
    @yassinking100 3 роки тому

    Which sinker matching on coral reefs. Duo to I usallly fishing 🎣 on shore in gulf area but so many struggling there Seeking you advice Moreover once I get fish 🐠 I hanging on the reefs

  • @abdulsamadi9592
    @abdulsamadi9592 2 роки тому +1

    Helpful.
    Love ❤️ 😍 💖 ❣️

  • @refaiabdeen5943
    @refaiabdeen5943 3 роки тому +1

    Cheers Mate!

  • @wilsonwang659
    @wilsonwang659 3 роки тому

    Thanks Roger!

  • @janicewoodhouse1409
    @janicewoodhouse1409 2 роки тому

    Good information thank you

  • @sebwaymaster3038
    @sebwaymaster3038 3 роки тому +1

    Great video u helped me and my dad catch fish last weekend. But what do u think the limit is for the height of the surf

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Sebway, the limit for me is about 2m, although if you can find a location that is protected from the swell you can still fish in big surf.

    • @sebwaymaster3038
      @sebwaymaster3038 3 роки тому

      @@RogerOsborneFishing thank you so much. I was also wondering what I should do if I cant find a gutter, any advice?

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  3 роки тому +1

      @@sebwaymaster3038 If you can’t find a gutter, if the water is deep fish close to shore. If the waves are breaking right on the shores edge you can fish only 10m or so out.

    • @sebwaymaster3038
      @sebwaymaster3038 3 роки тому

      @@RogerOsborneFishing thank you keep up the good work

  • @Maybes152
    @Maybes152 3 роки тому

    Awesome videos, thanks for sharing your knowledge. So my question is, what’s the quickest and best way to kill a fish. Cheers.

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  3 роки тому +1

      There may be a faster way, I just cut their throat, they bleed out fairly quickly.

  • @cfonvip5151
    @cfonvip5151 3 роки тому +3

    I've born as a fisherman.
    Just watching this videos, for laugh, because it's to cold on my neck of the woods for amateur fishing now.
    Most of the time, they even aggravate me with they're stupid opinions or discovering fishing tactics, like their can read the
    fishes thought (FISH HAVE ONE OF THE MOST ELEMENTARY NERVIOUS SISTEM) and like you said THEY'RE JUST HUNGRY!!!!!
    All your explanation, (like mine) is based on experience
    Grate and honest video, based on true experience.

  • @1tr1ck
    @1tr1ck 3 роки тому

    Fantastic video mate. Cheers

  • @dongreer6717
    @dongreer6717 2 роки тому

    How about in choosing the right tides, like incoming verses outgoing. How does this affect the decision making process?

  • @idrishijazi830
    @idrishijazi830 3 роки тому

    Hi mate love your videos but just a tip if I was fishing in a boat is going near the floaters a good idea like the red and yellow floaters?

  • @davidgustin5685
    @davidgustin5685 Рік тому

    What about pulley rigs.

  • @BK-vv8oc
    @BK-vv8oc 3 роки тому +2

    Live 7pm tomorrow night 🥳🥳🥳

  • @johnmccrispy6903
    @johnmccrispy6903 3 роки тому +1

    Can you show us how to land a Jewie?

  • @geoffmay4906
    @geoffmay4906 2 роки тому

    Are beach worms only found on the east coast🎉

  • @djhigh392
    @djhigh392 3 роки тому

    Great video Roger, as usual it was very informative. What weight range rod would be best for heavier sinkers fishing for mulloway? Cheers

  • @kadaluzhavan4150
    @kadaluzhavan4150 3 роки тому +1

    Superb 👍

  • @vetiver2315
    @vetiver2315 11 місяців тому +1

    Are you in anyway related to Norman?

  • @thomasschmutter469
    @thomasschmutter469 11 місяців тому

    From Mr Thomas Schmutter Bigger Sinkers means bigger kind and, bigger bait for bigger fish shark lubbstar and prawns and fresh fresh seafood 🍣.

  • @TheBuzzawak
    @TheBuzzawak 3 роки тому

    Hi Roger, I read somewhere your rig weight should be in the upper half of the range for the ideal lure weight marked on the rod. What are our thoughts?

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  3 роки тому

      Hi Michael, I have not heard that before. I just go by what feels right when you cast.

  • @svk4580
    @svk4580 3 роки тому

    Pl do give link of your previous talk for easy reference

  • @kabalenversion1449
    @kabalenversion1449 3 роки тому

    Hi sir, is graphite or carbon rods can be use heavy weight sinker for surf fishing?thanks

  • @scottypersia5715
    @scottypersia5715 3 роки тому

    Roger with all this run off from the floods, my beach, Stockton, is brown, but the actual conditions look otherwise fishable. What is the ruling regards brown stormy water for beach fishing? And the temp has dropped to 17 degrees . Thanks Mate.

    • @RogerOsborneFishing
      @RogerOsborneFishing  3 роки тому

      I should think that the waves would be pretty big up your way today. The brown water is good, it doesn’t bother the fish. Mulloway tend to congregate near river mouths in these conditions.

    • @scottypersia5715
      @scottypersia5715 3 роки тому

      @@RogerOsborneFishing The waves aren't that big. There is a very strong westerly blowing today which will flatten out whatever there is.

  • @bushmanphotos
    @bushmanphotos Рік тому

    never fished a beach yet that didn't need a grapnel to hold it in place... in fact we commonly need a rubber band around the grapnel or even two grapnels at once... usually I fish a 6 oz grapnel with a rubber band and the lightest I've ever gotten away with is a 3 oz grapnel. None of those other sinkers would stand a chance.